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Short Stay Respite Service - Bredon - Direct Award - Creative Support

HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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11 Jun 2025 at 10:06

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process described involves a direct award for a six-month Short Stay Respite Service in Bredon, initiated by Halton Borough Council, a buyer located in Widnes, England. The contract, valued at £230,000, is for services classified under "Other community, social and personal services" within the United Kingdom. This award was made to Creative Support, a large supplier, and is currently in the award stage, having commenced on 1st March 2025 and due to conclude on 30th September 2025. Though deadlines have passed, the procurement offers a glimpse into opportunities within a specific niche in the community services sector.

This tender provides insights into potential avenues for businesses in the community and social services sector, particularly those that are Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) or Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs). Companies specialising in short-term respite care could find similar opportunities by offering competitive, quality services. Engaging in such contracts can lead to business growth by expanding service offerings and establishing reliable partnerships with local government bodies. Such opportunities can also help businesses enhance their reputation in providing community-centric services while gaining valuable public sector experience.

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Notice Title

Short Stay Respite Service - Bredon - Direct Award - Creative Support

Notice Description

Short Stay Respite Service - Bredon - Direct Award - Creative Support Six month contract with option of a further six month extension

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1a5642ef-b595-4907-9264-eb452d6b7154
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ace35c00-2725-4dd8-900e-d8409a0880f8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£230,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£115,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Feb 202512 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2025 - 30 Sep 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
WIDNES
Postcode
WA8 7QF
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD71 East Merseyside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Halton
Electoral Ward
Central & West Bank
Westminster Constituency
Widnes and Halewood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CREATIVE SUPPORT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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