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003287 - NE ADASS Curators of Change

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

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18 Mar 2026 at 08:41

Summary of the contracting process

Durham County Council has completed the procurement process for the project titled "003287 - NE ADASS Curators of Change," under the services category focused on guidance and counselling. The initiative aims to engage communities in co-production through 'Over A Brew' sessions, capturing the voices and stories of individuals relying on care and support. The contracting phase was finalised with the supplier, Curators of Change, for the service period commencing on 1st March 2026 and concluding on 28th February 2027. The procurement method employed was direct and below threshold, indicating a streamlined process without competition. The procurement was completed within the United Kingdom's UKC14 region.

This contract presents growth opportunities primarily for businesses specialising in social services or guidance-oriented initiatives within the public sector. SMEs, particularly those adept in community engagement through innovative methods, would find this scope advantageous. As 'Curators of Change', a small to medium-sized enterprise based in Stockport, has successfully secured the contract, similar entities can explore potential collaborations or future procurements with Durham County Council for similar projects. Enterprises seeking to expand their market reach in community-driven practices and those with a keen interest in facilitating and coordinating social interaction events would be well-suited to compete in similar tenders.

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Notice Title

003287 - NE ADASS Curators of Change

Notice Description

Curators of Change will co-ordinate and host another year of 'Over A Brew' sessions to elevate co-production and will continue to capture voices and stories from people who draw on care and support.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066cdd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024335-2026
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

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85312300 - Guidance and counselling services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£37,980 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5WB
Post Town
Durham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Framwellgate and Newton Hall
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CURATORS OF CHANGE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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