Post-announcement: direct procurement of professional foster family services for the period 1.10.2025-30.11.2026
About This Opportunity
TranslatedEtelä-Savon hyvinvointialue Eloisa (Eloisa Welfare Area of South Savo) is conducting a direct procurement for professional foster care services for two (2) open-care child protection clients. The service contract period is from 1 October 2025 to 30 November 2026. The services were initially provided by SOS Children's Villages Foundation sr from 1 October to 30 November 2025. Due to corporate restructuring, the operations were transferred to Perhe-palvelut Ruori Oy starting from 1 December 2025. Quotations for this procurement were requested via email. The estimated total value of the procurement for the contract period 1.10.2025-30.11.2026 is €24,637.00 (excluding VAT). This procurement is part of a larger service package for child protection services, the estimated total value of which exceeds the national threshold. The basis for this direct procurement is Section 110, Chapter 12 of the Act on Public Procurement and Concession Contracts (1397/2016), which allows for direct procurement in specific situations where organizing a tendering process or changing service providers would be clearly unreasonable or disproportionately impractical for the client, in order to ensure the continuity of a significant care or client relationship.
This is a services contract in the humanitarian aid, social protection and general supplies sectors. Located in Finland, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of EUR 24,637.
Published through Hilma Finland, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the humanitarian aid sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.
Description
Auto-translated from fiPost-announcement: direct procurement of professional foster family services for the period 1.10.2025-30.11.2026 Etelä-Savon hyvinvointialue Eloisa will directly procure professional foster family services for two (2) child welfare open care clients for the contract period 1.10.2025-30.11.2026.
The service was provided during 1.10.-30.11.2025 by SOS Children's Villages Foundation sr. Due to corporate restructuring, the operation has been transferred to Perhe-palvelut Ruori Oy starting from 1.12.2025.
The offer has been requested by email.
The estimated total value of the procurement is EUR 24,637.00 (VAT 0%) for the contract period 1.10.2025-30.11.2026. The procurement is part of
the child welfare services service package, the estimated total value of which exceeds the national threshold.
The basis for direct procurement is Section 110, Chapter 12 of the Act on Public Procurement and Concession Contracts (1397/2016) Direct procurement in special situations:
the contracting authority may make a direct procurement in individual cases if organizing a tender or changing the service provider would be
clearly unreasonable or particularly inappropriate for the client to ensure a significant care or client relationship.
Lot 1: Post-announcement: direct procurement of professional foster family services for the period 1.10.2025-30.11.2026
Etelä-Savon hyvinvointialue Eloisa will directly procure professional foster family services for two (2) child welfare open care clients for the contract period 1.10.2025-30.11.2026.
The service was provided during 1.10.-30.11.2025 by SOS Children's Villages Foundation sr. Due to corporate restructuring, the operation has been transferred to Perhe-palvelut Ruori Oy starting from 1.12.2025.
The offer has been requested by email.
The estimated total value of the procurement is EUR 24,637.00 (VAT 0%) for the contract period 1.10.2025-30.11.2026. The procurement is part of
the child welfare services service package, the estimated total value of which exceeds the national threshold.
The basis for direct procurement is Section 110, Chapter 12 of the Act on Public Procurement and Concession Contracts (1397/2016) Direct procurement in special situations:
the contracting authority may make a direct procurement in individual cases if organizing a tender or changing the service provider would be
clearly unreasonable or particularly inappropriate for the client to ensure a significant care or client relationship.
CPV: 85300000
Organisation: Etelä-Savon hyvinvointialue
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from Hilma Finland and was originally published on March 4, 2026. Last refreshed 45 days ago. Original language: fi. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Etelä-Savon hyvinvointialue
Etelä-Savon hyvinvointialue has issued 250 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 21 currently open and 189 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Health & Medical, General Supplies & Services, and Social Protection & Welfare. All notices are published for Finland. Notices are distributed via Hilma Finland and TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU). Most recent publication: September 24, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in Finland. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
How can I submit a bid?
Visit Hilma Finland to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.
Is this tender still open?
No — the contract has already been awarded to Perhepalvelut Ruori Oy (3487674-8). The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Etelä-Savon hyvinvointialue in Finland. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Services contract in the Humanitarian & Emergency Response sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
What is the estimated budget?
The estimated contract value is €24,637 - €24,637. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.
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