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Independent Visitors RMBC Residential Provision Regulation 44

Delivery of monthly announced and unannounced visits to children's residential homes to review records, interact with staff and children, and produce evidence-based reports. The contract covers 7 currently operational homes with an additional 5 homes to be added as they receive Ofsted registration. The service requires up to 144 reports annually, totalling 576 reports over the full contract term, to ensure regulatory compliance and service improvement.

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Awarded value
£156k
As published
Published
15 December 2025
Awarded
26 May 2026
National Youth Advocacy Service (NYAS)
Contract length
48 months
Ends 5 May 2030

What the contract covers

Single-provider whole contract

Provision of independent Regulation 44 visiting services to assess quality of care and ensure compliance within children's residential homes.

  • Announced and unannounced visits to Rotherham's Children's Homes in accordance with Ofsted regulations
  • Assessment of the quality of care, interaction with children and staff, and review of the home's records
  • Reports detailing findings and recommendations to enhance home operations and ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations
  • At least monthly visits and accurate, evidence-based reports

Terms and requirements

Contract type
Single-provider whole contract
Procedure
Open procedure
Initial term
48 months
Contract dates
6 May 2026 to 5 May 2030
Certifications asked for
None stated
Lots
1
Suitable for SMEs
Yes
Category
Services
CPV codes
85311300, 85311000, 85320000

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Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council

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National Youth Advocacy Service (NYAS)

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Cite this contract

Link
https://bidskim.com/tender/339767/independent-visitors-rmbc-residential-provision-regulation-44
Buyer reference
23-247
Open contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f5c5
Last checked
5 November 2026

Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council. Independent Visitors RMBC Residential Provision Regulation 44. Contract award, 15 December 2025. BidSkim, https://bidskim.com/tender/339767/independent-visitors-rmbc-residential-provision-regulation-44 (accessed 5 November 2026).