Request for Tenders for the provision of Training on Risk and Protectiveness Assessments required in CASP / Adult cohort assessments

Request for Tenders for the provision of Training on Risk and Protectiveness Assessments required in CASP / Adult cohort assessments

Tusla Child and Family Agency

## Summary Tusla Child and Family Agency is procuring specialized training services focused on Risk and Protectiveness Assessments for the CASP framework and adult cohort evaluations. This open tender targets providers capable of delivering high-quality educational content to support child protection professionals.

## Scope & Deliverables - Delivery of comprehensive training modules on Risk and Protectiveness Assessments. - Specific focus on CASP (Child and Adolescent Support Plan) methodologies. - Training tailored for adult cohort assessments within the child protection context. - Provision of necessary learning materials and assessment tools for participants.

## Key Requirements - Eligibility for public sector procurement in Ireland. - Demonstrated expertise in child protection, social work, or psychological assessment training. - Proven experience in delivering training on risk assessment frameworks (specifically CASP or similar). - Qualified trainers with relevant academic or professional credentials in social care or psychology. - Ability to meet specific statutory or agency guidelines regarding child welfare training.

## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated value: €100,000.00 - Submission deadline: 06 August 2025 at 12:00 IST - Contract duration: Not stated - Framework/DPS: Not stated

## How to Bid - Submission method: Electronic submission via the public procurement portal (eTenders Ireland). - Language: English. - Key documents to prepare: - Completed tender forms and pricing schedules. - Company profile and relevant case studies. - CVs of proposed trainers. - Evidence of eligibility and financial standing. - Technical proposal detailing the training curriculum and methodology.

## Bid Considerations - Suitability: Ideal for established training providers with a strong track record in social care, child protection, or educational services. - Opportunity: Aligns with national priorities in child welfare; potential for long-term engagement if performance is strong. - Risk: High competition expected due to the open procedure; strict adherence to formatting and submission deadlines is critical to avoid disqualification. - Complexity: Requires deep subject matter expertise; failure to demonstrate specific knowledge of CASP or adult cohort assessment nuances may weaken the technical score.

Open procedure. Any interested supplier may submit a tender. There is no shortlisting stage — all compliant bids received by the deadline are evaluated against the published award criteria. It is the most common route for Irish public contracts and is open to SMEs and new entrants.

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