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17 Jun 2026 at 11:22

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process titled "Community Connections" was conducted by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council, focusing on providing support services for individuals over 60 who are isolated or lonely in Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole. This falls under the health and social work services industry category, with the procurement specifically addressing the needs within the UKK24 region. The process is currently in the Award stage, having been completed, with the award dated 17 June 2026. The procurement process utilised a direct method, classified as "Below threshold - without competition", and adhered to the UK's light-touch regime guidelines. The contract, valued at £62,910, started on 1 April 2026 and is set to end on 31 December 2026.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses involved in providing support services for the elderly, particularly those focused on health and social services, to capitalise on a growing market segment driven by an ageing population. While the award was made directly to AGE CONCERN BOURNEMOUTH, businesses, especially those within the vicinity or with the capacity to service the Dorset region effectively, could consider engaging in similar future opportunities or partnerships with organisations that have secured such contracts. The procurement's specific focus on social welfare highlights a growing need for impactful community services where businesses can contribute significantly to social impact initiatives.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Community Connections

Notice Description

Support service for people over 60 in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole who are isolated or lonely, due to its preventative measures

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b6e4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057073-2026
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
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£62,910 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Mar 20263 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 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
BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BOURNEMOUTH
Postcode
BH2 6DY
Post Town
Bournemouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK63 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Electoral Ward
Bournemouth Central
Westminster Constituency
Bournemouth West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AGE CONCERN BOURNEMOUTH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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