Award

Community Based Day Care Support Services

BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Tender

23 Oct 2025 at 07:35

Award

22 Oct 2025 at 13:35

Tender

16 Apr 2024 at 09:21

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Blackburn with Darwen Council, focuses on the provision of "Community Based Day Care Support Services" aimed at promoting independence and wellbeing among attendees. Under the CPV code 85312100 for daycare services, this open procurement procedure encompasses various regions including North East, North West, and London in the United Kingdom. The tender was first published on 16th April 2024, with the tender period ending on 16th May 2024. The contract period is scheduled from 1st October 2024 to 30th September 2026, suggesting an active procurement status. This tender, valued at £363,950.94, represents a prime opportunity for businesses to engage in a service-oriented initiative.

This contract opens up avenues for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to enhance their market presence by delivering essential care services across multiple UK regions. Businesses with expertise in healthcare and community services, especially those focused on social care and wellbeing, will be ideally positioned to compete for this opportunity. The initiative not only supports business growth but also contributes to community welfare, making it attractive to suppliers who prioritise social responsibility alongside operational success. The awarded contract has been attributed to Age UK Blackburn with Darwen, reflecting encouragement and inclusivity for the involvement of smaller yet impactful providers.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Community Based Day Care Support Services

Notice Description

The aim of the Day Care Service is to provide a safe and stimulating environment for all of the attendees. \r \r * enables and encourages attendees to maximise their independence.\r * ensures individuals wellbeing is the focus of all activities.\r * Promote good health. \r * Provide a variety of learning, educational and stimulating activities.\r * Reduce the need for people to access alternative care provision.\r * An environment where people's choices are always considered.\r * A place where new friendships can be made and developed to increase social interactions.\r * A place where individuals likes, interests and skills are promoted\r * A place where people are happy to attend and to feel part of a caring community network.\r

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-acc9d33b-b6d4-4786-b14a-065a28891d0c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e577251f-11d6-4d60-891d-0157acfb81e1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, 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

85312100 - Daycare services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£363,950 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£363,950 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Oct 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN
Contact Name
Aysha Mulla
Contact Email
aysha.mulla@blackburn.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1254585774

Buyer Location

Locality
BLACKBURN
Postcode
BB2 1DH
Post Town
Blackburn
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD41 Blackburn with Darwen
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Blackburn with Darwen
Electoral Ward
Blackburn Central
Westminster Constituency
Blackburn

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AGE UK BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN

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