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Specialist Drug and Alcohol Carers Service

NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Newcastle City Council has proceeded with the award stage for the contract titled "Specialist Drug and Alcohol Carers Service," classified under the health and social work services category (CPV: 85000000). This procurement process began as an open procedure, suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), and was completed with the award to PROPS North East. The service will provide practical and emotional support to families affected by drug or alcohol use and is based in the North East region of the United Kingdom. The contract commenced on 1st May 2024 and extends until 30th April 2029. Key dates include the award publication on 11th May 2026 and a contract modification notice dated 1st June 2026, which increased the contract value from £1,491,000 to £1,629,000.

This tender presents notable opportunities for businesses operating within the health and social services sector, particularly those engaged with family support and rehabilitation services. SMEs and VCSEs are especially encouraged to participate in such processes due to the specific suitability highlighted in the tender requirements. Companies looking to expand their operations in the North East of England or those with expertise in managing or delivering care services for substance misuse issues could significantly benefit from engaging with contracts of this nature, either through direct bidding for future phases or by forming collaborations with existing service providers like PROPS North East.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Specialist Drug and Alcohol Carers Service

Notice Description

This specialist provision will work with family members or carers who are affected by a loved one's drug or alcohol use, engaging them in practical and emotional support with the aim of promoting whole family recovery. The provision will be for all ages Additional information: This notice is to inform of a modification to the contract originally awarded on 01/05/2024. The total contract value has increased from PS1,491,000 to PS1,629,000 by way of contract variation This change is in accordance with the terms of the original contract and relevant procurement regulations. No other substantial changes have been made.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-963ae4ba-a72f-4b44-a3f3-7180a23824dc
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1bc47098-ce50-47da-b522-3ac7d15668f2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£1,629,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,491,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Apr 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20242 years ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2024 - 30 Apr 2029 Over 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
NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE1 8QH
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PROPS NORTH EAST

Further Information

Notice Documents

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