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

LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Award

03 Jul 2026 at 13:06

Summary of the contracting process

Lincolnshire County Council has concluded the procurement process titled "CALL-OFF: Children's Services Re-Opening of the Open Select List 2025 for all Independent Placement" under the Light Touch Regime. This tender falls under the category of Health and social work services, with further classification in community, social, and personal services. Located in the East Midlands, United Kingdom, the process has reached the award stage with the contract period running from 23 May 2026 to 30 September 2027. The selective procurement was managed as a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender period having ended on 10 November 2025.

This procurement opportunity presents growth potential for businesses engaged in providing independent placements and services in the health and social work sectors. The procurement is open to SMEs and VCSEs, reflecting the council's aim to engage a diverse range of suppliers. Companies with expertise in providing community-oriented services, particularly those familiar with the regulatory environment of the Light Touch Regime, are well-positioned to compete for future similar procurements. The awarded contract was granted to Rabah Concept Ltd, providing an example of a larger company successfully participating in this selective framework.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

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

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
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/978abf74-f04b-40a4-8169-2aefed770b5d
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
3 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
22 May 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

RABAH CONCEPT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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