Provider B
Hackney Council has awarded Provider B a contract to operate two new children's homes.
Hackney Council's Cabinet Procurement and Insourcing Committee awarded a contract to Provider B in June 2026 to operate two new children's homes, Blossom House and Starbright House. This decision aims to deliver residential care and support for children aged 11-17, keeping them closer to their communities. The contract is valued at up to £15.1 million over seven years.
The council opted to commission a partner provider rather than insource children's care services, with the committee citing significant financial, regulatory, and operational risks. A report noted Hackney lacked the necessary internal infrastructure, workforce, and regulatory experience for insourcing. The new homes will provide a total of six care arrangements for children with complex needs.
The contract, which began in June 2026, is for an initial five years, with an option to extend for a further two years. The council will retain ownership of the new homes. No upcoming meetings are currently scheduled where Provider B is on the agenda.
Key facts
- Hackney Council awarded a contract to Provider B on June 1, 2026, to operate two new children's homes. Source 1 Source 2 Source 3
- The contract is valued at up to £15.1 million over seven years. Source 1 Source 2
- The new homes, Blossom House and Starbright House, will provide six care arrangements for children with complex needs. Source 1 Source 2
- The Cabinet Procurement and Insourcing Committee decided against insourcing children's care services due to risks. Source
- The contract is for an initial five years, with an option to extend for a further two years. Source
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