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Homecare Service Placement - ID5017505

DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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25 Nov 2025 at 09:53

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Darlington Borough Council involves the "Homecare Service Placement - ID5017505", classified under the Health and Social Work Services category. The process has reached the award stage, with the contract being awarded on 23rd October 2025 and published on 25th November 2025. The contract period commences on 24th October 2025 and concludes on 23rd October 2029, with services to be delivered within the postal code area DL1 5QT in England. The procurement method used was a selective call-off from a framework agreement, and the contract is valued at £63,656.32. This tender had its tender period ending on 23rd October 2025.

This tender creates a significant opportunity for businesses involved in health and social care services, particularly those that can provide home care services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) groups would be well-suited to compete for similar future tenders, as Darlington Borough Council is open to such collaborations. Engaging in this tender can offer growth in terms of service expansion and enhanced reputation by associating with a reputable public authority. Springfield Home Care Services Limited, a large-scale supplier, was the successful bidder, indicating that competitive pricing and service capability are key for success in this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Homecare Service Placement - ID5017505

Notice Description

Homecare Service Placement - ID5017505

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-25394265-6e41-457a-b22e-6a404e4db6ec
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/766482eb-c7a1-4e1b-9b17-b5f2a89e4f15
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
£63,656 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£63,656 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
23 Oct 2025 - 23 Oct 2029 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
Not specified
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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