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title: "Homecare Service Placement - ID401244 - Lot 1"
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buyer: "DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL"
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# Homecare Service Placement - ID401244 - Lot 1

Buyer: DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0e3d9f20-da43-47c2-a621-9594a2ae1928

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## Summary

The procurement process for the Homecare Service Placement, identified as ID401244 - Lot 1, was conducted by Darlington Borough Council, a notable local authority in England. This contract, classified under health and social work services, involves delivering homecare services within the North East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method was selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement. It reached the award stage on 23rd March 2026, with the contract commencing on 24th April 2026 and set to conclude on 23rd April 2030. The contract, valued at £46,795.84, signifies a substantial investment in homecare services for the local community.

Darlington Borough Council's procurement provides a lucrative opportunity for businesses in the health and social work sector, specifically those adept at delivering homecare services. This tender is particularly suitable for SMEs and VCSEs eager to expand their operations in the North East. The awarded supplier, Springfield Home Care Services Limited, demonstrates the preference for established providers capable of meeting community needs effectively. Engaging in such contracts can significantly enhance the market presence of suited businesses and foster growth within this vital industry sector.

## Notice

Homecare Service Placement - ID401244 - Lot 1

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73dce738-fc6c-487e-ab9a-102f1a0c8f89 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 23 Apr 2026 - 23 Apr 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £46,795 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £46,795 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | DARLINGTON |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL1 5QT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC33 Darlington |
| Local authority | Darlington |
| Electoral ward | Park East |
| Westminster constituency | Darlington |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SPRINGFIELD HOME CARE SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 29 Apr 2026 at 14:46 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73dce738-fc6c-487e-ab9a-102f1a0c8f89

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73dce738-fc6c-487e-ab9a-102f1a0c8f89
  29th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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