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Homecare Service Placement - ID 5017061 - Lot 3

DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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09 Apr 2026 at 11:57

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Homecare Service Placement - ID 5017061 - Lot 3" has been completed by Darlington Borough Council, located at Town Hall, Darlington, England. This tender falls under the Health and Social Work Services category, specifically within the services industry, with a delivery region in North East, United Kingdom. The procurement method employed was selective, utilizing a call-off from a framework agreement. The initial tender period concluded on 7th April 2026, followed by the contract commencement on 8th April 2026, which extends until 7th April 2030. The total contract value is £76,252.80, and the contract has been awarded to FIRSTPOINT HEALTH LIMITED.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses, particularly those in the health and social care services sector, to secure a significant contract with a reputable public sector buyer. Furthermore, the procurement process was designed to accommodate small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), providing an inclusive platform for diverse business participation. Companies specialising in home care services, with the capacity to operate in the North East region of the United Kingdom, stand to benefit considerably from engaging in such public sector contracts, thereby facilitating business growth and enhancing industry presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Homecare Service Placement - ID 5017061 - Lot 3

Notice Description

Homecare Service Placement - ID 5017061 - Lot 3

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-01850817-44bd-49fe-9b02-dad3be1b133a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/43a8c07d-37c9-48d8-a160-2443b1bdb420
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£76,252 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£76,252 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
7 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
7 Apr 2026 - 7 Apr 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DARLINGTON
Postcode
DL1 5QT
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC33 Darlington
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Darlington
Electoral Ward
Park East
Westminster Constituency
Darlington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FIRSTPOINT HEALTH

Further Information

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