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title: "Short Stay Respite Service - Bredon - Direct Award - Creative Support"
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buyer: "HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL"
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# Short Stay Respite Service - Bredon - Direct Award - Creative Support

Buyer: HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1a5642ef-b595-4907-9264-eb452d6b7154

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## Summary

The procurement process described involves a direct award for a six-month Short Stay Respite Service in Bredon, initiated by Halton Borough Council, a buyer located in Widnes, England. The contract, valued at £230,000, is for services classified under "Other community, social and personal services" within the United Kingdom. This award was made to Creative Support, a large supplier, and is currently in the award stage, having commenced on 1st March 2025 and due to conclude on 30th September 2025. Though deadlines have passed, the procurement offers a glimpse into opportunities within a specific niche in the community services sector.

This tender provides insights into potential avenues for businesses in the community and social services sector, particularly those that are Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) or Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs). Companies specialising in short-term respite care could find similar opportunities by offering competitive, quality services. Engaging in such contracts can lead to business growth by expanding service offerings and establishing reliable partnerships with local government bodies. Such opportunities can also help businesses enhance their reputation in providing community-centric services while gaining valuable public sector experience.

## Notice

Short Stay Respite Service - Bredon - Direct Award - Creative Support Six month contract with option of a further six month extension

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ace35c00-2725-4dd8-900e-d8409a0880f8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2025 - 30 Sep 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £230,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £115,000 |
| 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 | HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | WIDNES |
| Post town | Warrington |
| Postcode | WA8 7QF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD71 East Merseyside |
| Local authority | Halton |
| Electoral ward | Central & West Bank |
| Westminster constituency | Widnes and Halewood |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CREATIVE SUPPORT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

## Release History

- 11 Jun 2025 at 10:06 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ace35c00-2725-4dd8-900e-d8409a0880f8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ace35c00-2725-4dd8-900e-d8409a0880f8
  11th June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www2.halton.gov.uk

## Provenance

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