Award

Homecare Service Placement - ID397560

DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Award

25 Nov 2025 at 10:12

Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process, managed by Darlington Borough Council, pertains to the "Homecare Service Placement - ID397560" in the health and social work services industry. The project location is identified by the postal code DL1 5QT, and the procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £47,742.24, spans from 3 November 2025 to 2 November 2029. The procurement stage has reached the "Award" phase, with the contract being finalised on 2 November 2025, and the award was published on 25 November 2025. This tender is classified under the CPV code 85000000, highlighting its focus on health and social work services.

This tender presents a strategic opportunity for businesses specializing in health and social work services, particularly those capable of expanding their operations into the Darlington area. It is well-suited for SMEs and VCSEs, indicating a strong potential for entities within these categories to secure similar contracts through framework agreements. Such organisations can leverage this opportunity to enhance their service portfolio and potentially develop long-term partnerships with local councils. The contract's multi-year span allows for sustained business growth and service development in the public sector, offering reliable work and revenue streams.

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Notice Title

Homecare Service Placement - ID397560

Notice Description

Homecare Service Placement - ID397560

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e535d850-27c6-4ea8-a06e-217dbe8dc9e8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/457eb01c-39f9-4d2c-bf69-4718adcdc8d9
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
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
£47,742 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£47,742 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
3 Nov 2025 - 2 Nov 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
Chloe Nicholas
Contact Email
chloe.nicholas@darlington.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

CARE LINE HOMECARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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