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title: "Framework for the Provision of Short Break Services for Disabled Children/Young People with Special Educational Needs and Disability"
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# Framework for the Provision of Short Break Services for Disabled Children/Young People with Special Educational Needs and Disability

Buyer: DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-36f1f92b-6eb0-490f-a3e3-0f4be65075db

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## Summary

Darlington Borough Council is seeking proposals for a framework contract titled "Framework for the Provision of Short Break Services for Disabled Children/Young People with Special Educational Needs and Disability." This tender is currently active, following its publication on 21st January 2021. It falls under the health and social work services category and has a total budget of £480,000. The open procurement process invites submissions until 22nd February 2021, with the contract period commencing on 1st March 2021 and concluding on 28th January 2026. The delivery will be primarily focused in the region of England.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to expand their service offerings in the health and social care sector. Businesses with expertise in providing support services for disabled children and those with special educational needs are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this framework can enhance service capabilities and foster long-term partnerships with public organisations.

## Notice

Framework for the Provision of Short Break Services for Disabled Children and Young People with Special Educational Needs and Disability (re-opening with the addition of Lot 6)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea6125b9-433b-4196-834a-5ac5fcd682be |
| 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 | 21 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2021 - 28 Jan 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £480,000 |
| 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 | 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), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 21 Jan 2021 at 16:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea6125b9-433b-4196-834a-5ac5fcd682be

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea6125b9-433b-4196-834a-5ac5fcd682be
  21st January 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=e11890a7-035c-eb11-8106-005056b64545
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## Notice URLs

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

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