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title: "Short Break Opportunity in County Durham 2"
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buyer: "DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2019-09-05"
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# Short Break Opportunity in County Durham 2

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-34e30759-6a94-4166-980c-48a1079e694a

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by Durham County Council, is for a tender titled "Short Break Opportunity in County Durham 2." Falling under the health and social work services category, this opportunity is located in the North East region of the United Kingdom. Currently active, the tender process is conducted via an open procedure, with a submission deadline set for 13th September 2019. The contract, expected to commence on 16th September 2019, will last until 7th September 2020, offering a total of 5 hours of service weekly during term time and 10 hours weekly during school holidays, requiring 1:1 staffing and transport arrangements.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their services in the health and social care sector. Businesses that can provide tailored staffing and transportation services are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging with this procurement could facilitate growth and bolster capabilities within the social care market, as it aligns with broader societal needs for individualised support services in the region.

## Notice

Short break required - 5 hours/week during term time - 10 hours/week during school holidays - 1:1 staffing - transport required - please view attached documentation for additional information

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c4fbdb5-ecfe-4ab4-89c5-8c830e8b3694 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Sep 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Sep 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 15 Sep 2019 - 7 Sep 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5UG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Neville's Cross |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 5 Sep 2019 at 14:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c4fbdb5-ecfe-4ab4-89c5-8c830e8b3694

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c4fbdb5-ecfe-4ab4-89c5-8c830e8b3694
  5th September 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.durham.gov.uk

## Provenance

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