CALL-OFF: Children's Services Re-Opening of the Open Select List 2025 for all Independent Placement

LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Award

22 Jun 2026 at 09:04

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "CALL-OFF: Children's Services Re-Opening of the Open Select List 2025 for all Independent Placement" has been concluded. This tender, overseen by Lincolnshire County Council, falls under the health and social work services category, with additional classifications in other community, social, and personal services. The procurement stage is marked as complete, with the award issued on 14th May 2026. The process involved a selective procurement method using a call-off from a framework agreement. The services are to be delivered in the East Midlands, UK, starting from 14th May 2026 to 30th September 2027. The tender period ended on 10th November 2025.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses within the health and social services sector, particularly those specialising in children's services. Given the procurement method of call-off from a framework, companies that are part of this framework can potentially benefit from continued collaboration with Lincolnshire County Council. SMEs and VCSEs are particularly suitable, indicating an inclusive approach that encourages diverse organisations to compete. The award to Cherished Beginnings Ltd suggests that larger entities with robust infrastructure and proven service capability are also well-positioned to succeed in similar future tenders.

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Notice Title

CALL-OFF: Children's Services Re-Opening of the Open Select List 2025 for all Independent Placement

Notice Description

Lincolnshire Children's Services Re-Opening of the Open Select List 2025 for all Independent Placements. This procurement is under the Light Touch Regime established pursuant to Regulations 74-76 and Regulation 76(7) of the Public Contracts Regulations 20

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/713dec75-1140-47ad-b64e-6168f95c9415
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

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jun 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
10 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
13 May 2026 - 30 Sep 2027 1-2 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
LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LINCOLN
Postcode
LN1 1YL
Post Town
Lincoln
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Lincoln
Electoral Ward
Carholme
Westminster Constituency
Lincoln

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CHERISHED BEGINNINGS

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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