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Homecare Service Placement - ID393839

DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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15 Sep 2025 at 13:41

Summary of the contracting process

Darlington Borough Council has successfully completed the procurement process for a homecare service placement under the industry category of health and social work services. The procurement process was conducted through a call-off from a framework agreement, with a total value of £57,279.04. The contract period began on 25th June 2025 and will last until 24th June 2029, located in the postal code area of DL1 5QT, England. The award stage for this tender was concluded on 24th June 2025, with the award to Care Line Homecare Limited, a large-scale supplier. The tender was suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), indicating potential engagement with diverse business entities.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses operating in the health and social work sector, particularly those specialising in homecare services. The contract provides a stable, long-term engagement spanning four years, which can help businesses build a robust portfolio and enhance their market presence. Companies that are well-positioned to compete for similar opportunities include those with capabilities in healthcare service delivery, a strong understanding of local community needs, and the skills to fulfil public service contracts. SMEs and VCSEs in particular might find this tender a promising avenue for growth, given the indicated suitability for these types of enterprises.

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Notice Title

Homecare Service Placement - ID393839

Notice Description

Homecare Service Placement - ID393839

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5c047e80-1adf-4ed7-8dbb-7a98a78dcea8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dba04f9e-e793-4444-a596-621339665c31
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
£57,279 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£57,279 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
24 Jun 2025 - 24 Jun 2029 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
Chloe Nicholas
Contact Email
chloe.nicholas@darlington.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

CARE LINE HOMECARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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