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CALL-OFF: Children's Services Re-Opening of the Open Select List 2025 for all Independent Placements

LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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27 Apr 2026 at 08:07

Summary of the contracting process

The Lincolnshire County Council has concluded its procurement process under the Light Touch Regime, aiming to reopen the Open Select List 2025 for all Independent Placements within Children's Services. This specific procurement, identified as CS0010-1149, falls under the Health and social work services category and is situated in the East Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement method was selective, structured as a call-off from a framework agreement, and had a tender period ending on 22nd October 2025. The contract commenced on 3rd January 2026 and will run until 30th September 2027. The procurement stage is currently at the award phase, as indicated by its active status, following the publication of the award notice on 27th April 2026.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses in the health and social work sector, especially small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that cater to children's services and independent placements. Companies like My Foster Carer Ltd, which was awarded the contract, exemplify the type of organisation well-suited to engage in such procurements. Firms focusing on community-based social services within the East Midlands can leverage this contract to expand their service offerings and solidify their market presence. The commitment to supporting SMEs and VCSEs amplifies the growth potential, encouraging diverse business participation and fostering sector innovation.

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Notice Title

CALL-OFF: Children's Services Re-Opening of the Open Select List 2025 for all Independent Placements

Notice Description

Lincolnshire Children's Services Re-Opening of the Open Select List 2025 for all Independent Placements. This procurement is under the Light Touch Regime established pursuant to Regulations 74-76 and Regulation 76(7) of the Public Contracts Regulations 20

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3b7b33d1-cb81-471a-8b9d-d4fc5f16dd01
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af835e6b-1440-4d78-a9b9-af88267e525a
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

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
22 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Jan 20264 months ago
Contract Period
3 Jan 2026 - 30 Sep 2027 1-2 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
LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LINCOLN
Postcode
LN1 1YL
Post Town
Lincoln
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Lincoln
Electoral Ward
Carholme
Westminster Constituency
Lincoln

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MY FOSTER CARER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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