Award

Homecare Service Placement - ID 5005568 - Lot 5

DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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09 Apr 2026 at 12:31

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Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process involves Darlington Borough Council as the buying organisation, which has awarded a contract titled "Homecare Service Placement - ID 5005568 - Lot 5" in the industry category of health and social work services (CPV 85000000). This procurement process is situated in the North East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement uses a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and the tender process is marked as complete. Key dates include the tender period end date on 22nd March 2026, and the contract period from 23rd March 2026 to 22nd March 2030. The award was made active on 22nd March 2026, with the contract subsequently published on 9th April 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for companies in the health and social services sector. It is well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), given its specific focus and the procurement approach. The contract, valued at £47,941.92, was awarded to Potens, a large supplier. Such contracts can enable businesses to expand their service offerings and establish partnerships with local governments, enhancing their profile in the public sector marketplace.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Homecare Service Placement - ID 5005568 - Lot 5

Notice Description

Homecare Service Placement - ID 5005568 - Lot 5

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-707395a6-601d-4ffd-bf0e-222b3387f4be
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/60456149-085f-4e09-9dfa-93379c5201c5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
£47,941 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£47,941 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
22 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
23 Mar 2026 - 22 Mar 2030 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
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Darlington
Electoral Ward
Park East
Westminster Constituency
Darlington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

POTENS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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