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Care Leavers App

CITY OF DONCASTER COUNCIL

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09 Jan 2026 at 11:00

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process led by the City of Doncaster Council involved the creation of a "Care Leavers App," a digital platform to enhance services offered to local care leavers, available on both iOS and Android systems. The procurement for this software development falls within the services category and was conducted using a direct procurement method, being below threshold and without competition. This process reached the contract award stage on 19th November 2025, with the contract slated to run from that date until December 2030. The project addresses the needs of the region coded UKE31 in the United Kingdom and aligns with legislation 2023/54. The award was finalised and made public on 9th January 2026, involving the supplier "This is Focus" based in Bordon, Hampshire. The contract value is estimated at £45,600 gross.

This procurement provides a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises in software development, specifically those specialising in custom software and consultancy services. The engagement for the "Care Leavers App" is particularly suitable for businesses experienced in creating robust digital platforms and applications for public sector clients. Companies with expertise in systems support and those familiar with local government service requirements are advantageously positioned to compete for similar contracts in the future. While this particular contract has been awarded, it exemplifies the demand for specialised tech solutions within sub-central government councils, indicating potential growth areas for businesses aiming to expand within public sector markets.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Care Leavers App

Notice Description

Software (digital platform app) that will enhance the City of Doncaster Council (CDC) Local Offer for care leavers significantly. Availability: iOS and Android

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060287
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001744-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems

72220000 - Systems and technical consultancy services

72230000 - Custom software development services

72250000 - System and support services

72262000 - Software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£38,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
19 Dec 2025 - 19 Dec 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY OF DONCASTER COUNCIL
Contact Name
Phil Harrison
Contact Email
phil.harrison@doncaster.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1302737766

Buyer Location

Locality
DONCASTER
Postcode
DN1 3BU
Post Town
Doncaster
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE35 Doncaster
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Doncaster
Electoral Ward
Town
Westminster Constituency
Doncaster Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THIS IS FOCUS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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