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Specialist Drug and Alcohol Carers Service

NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL

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Award

11 May 2026 at 15:04

Summary of the contracting process

Newcastle City Council, a prominent public authority in Newcastle upon Tyne, has successfully completed the contracting process for a project titled "Specialist Drug and Alcohol Carers Service". This contract, relevant to the Health and Social Work Services sector, is designed to support family members or carers affected by a loved one's substance use, with delivery in the North East of the United Kingdom. The procurement method employed was an open procedure above the threshold, and the award stage is completed with the contract running from 1st May 2024 to 30th April 2029. The total contract value amounts to GBP 1,491,000.

This tender presents significant avenues for business growth, particularly benefiting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to its inclusive nature. Businesses specialising in health and social services, with capabilities in providing emotional and practical support related to substance misuse, can find lucrative opportunities within this contract. Furthermore, the sustained contract period allows for long-term planning and development within the field, enabling firms to not only expand their operations but also enhance their expertise in delivering impactful societal benefits. The awarded supplier, PROPS North East, exemplifies an ideal candidate due to its scale and community-focused approach.

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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 published retrospectively to address a delay in publication. The contract was awarded on [01/05/2024] following completion of the procurement process. The delay was due to an internal administrative oversight."

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 May 20263 days 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE3 3RU
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
Kenton
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PROPS NORTH EAST

Further Information

Notice Documents

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