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

LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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27 Apr 2026 at 14:01

Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process involves Lincolnshire County Council as the buying organisation, focusing on reopening the Open Select List for independent placements within Children's Services. The tender falls under the health and social work services category with additional emphasis on community services, primarily located in the East Midlands, England. The procurement method employed is a call-off from a framework agreement, suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, with the procurement phase currently in the Award stage. Key dates include the contract period starting on 10th November 2025 and concluding on 30th September 2027. The initial tender ended on 22nd October 2025.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in health, social work, and community services. It facilitates engagement with Lincolnshire County Council, enabling qualified suppliers to offer independent placements. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to apply, as the procurement method accommodates these scales effectively, providing a robust growth platform for suitable enterprises looking to expand their service offerings and gain valuable public sector collaborations. Blossom Children's Homes Limited has already been recognised as an active supplier, showcasing potential for large-scale organisations as well.

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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
ocds-b5fd17-904cfa75-39c9-4cac-93ca-54d6209a83d9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/723b6d5a-e59c-4765-9544-b43cc65da270
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
10 Nov 20256 months ago
Contract Period
10 Nov 2025 - 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

BLOSSOM CHILDREN'S HOMES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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