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Homecare Service Placement - ID401244 - Lot 1

DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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29 Apr 2026 at 14:46

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Homecare Service Placement, identified as ID401244 - Lot 1, was conducted by Darlington Borough Council, a notable local authority in England. This contract, classified under health and social work services, involves delivering homecare services within the North East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method was selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement. It reached the award stage on 23rd March 2026, with the contract commencing on 24th April 2026 and set to conclude on 23rd April 2030. The contract, valued at £46,795.84, signifies a substantial investment in homecare services for the local community.

Darlington Borough Council's procurement provides a lucrative opportunity for businesses in the health and social work sector, specifically those adept at delivering homecare services. This tender is particularly suitable for SMEs and VCSEs eager to expand their operations in the North East. The awarded supplier, Springfield Home Care Services Limited, demonstrates the preference for established providers capable of meeting community needs effectively. Engaging in such contracts can significantly enhance the market presence of suited businesses and foster growth within this vital industry sector.

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Notice Title

Homecare Service Placement - ID401244 - Lot 1

Notice Description

Homecare Service Placement - ID401244 - Lot 1

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0e3d9f20-da43-47c2-a621-9594a2ae1928
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73dce738-fc6c-487e-ab9a-102f1a0c8f89
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
£46,795 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£46,795 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
23 Apr 2026 - 23 Apr 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

SPRINGFIELD HOME CARE SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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