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Homecare Service Placement - ID357063

DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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16 Sep 2025 at 09:43

Summary of the contracting process

Darlington Borough Council has completed a procurement process for a contract titled "Homecare Service Placement - ID357063," classified under the "Health and social work services" industry category. The tender process has reached the award stage, with an active award status as of 12th February 2025. The procurement was executed through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £82,083.04, will be implemented over four years, commencing on 13th February 2025 and concluding on 12th February 2029. Services are to be delivered to the area corresponding to postal code DL1 5QT, England. The initiative demonstrates a commitment to involving SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) in the tendering process.

This procurement opportunity presents a valuable avenue for businesses in the health and social care sectors, particularly SMEs and VCSEs, aiming to expand or consolidate their service offerings within the North East of England. The extended contract period allows for long-term growth and collaboration with local authorities. Businesses involved in providing home care services, particularly those with flexible and scalable solutions, would be well-suited to compete and benefit from this type of contractual engagement. The involvement of a reputable local authority such as Darlington Borough Council further ensures a stable partnership, fostering an environment for sustainable business development.

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Notice Title

Homecare Service Placement - ID357063

Notice Description

Homecare Service Placement - ID357063

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c89f262e-0855-483e-a033-cb9d28a7f813
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/97139e80-ead1-48c2-9ad8-880290840baf
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
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
£82,083 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£82,083 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
13 Feb 2025 - 12 Feb 2029 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
Not specified

Local Authority
Darlington
Electoral Ward
Park East
Westminster Constituency
Darlington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INSPIRE TOGETHER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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