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Homecare Service Provision - ID 5011390 - Lot 2

DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Darlington Borough Council has concluded its procurement process for the provision of homecare services under Lot 2, with an award issued to CARE LINE HOMECARE LIMITED. Classified within the Health and Social Work Services category under CPV code 85000000, this contract serves the North East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement process was initiated as a tender, making use of a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 30th January 2026, while the contract is set to commence on 31st January 2026 and will run until 30th January 2030, with the total contract value being £32,965.92. This contract is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), promoting wider engagement within these sectors.

This homecare service contract represents significant growth potential for businesses specialising in health and social work services. SMEs and VCSEs equipped to deliver homecare services can leverage their expertise to expand their market presence in the North East region. The contract, valued at £32,965.92, provides a stable and long-term engagement lasting four years, offering an attractive proposition for organisations seeking sustained income and opportunities for scalability. By participating in such frameworks, businesses not only enhance their portfolio but also gain visibility within public procurement markets, fostering networking opportunities that may lead to further contracts. Businesses with experience in delivering quality homecare services will likely find this contract advantageous to pursue.

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Notice Title

Homecare Service Provision - ID 5011390 - Lot 2

Notice Description

Homecare Service Placement - ID 5011390 - Lot 2

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b0fd2b09-21a7-43b5-88a6-3f221f34b368
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37890c87-2304-46db-9795-27c4bbe656c3
Current Stage
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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
£32,965 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£32,965 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Mar 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jan 2026 - 30 Jan 2030 4-5 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
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

CARE LINE HOMECARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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