--- title: "Solo residential placement for 15 year old male DN489359" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-4b0f555f-1b77-46dc-86c6-0a656f574ba9" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4b0f555f-1b77-46dc-86c6-0a656f574ba9" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4b0f555f-1b77-46dc-86c6-0a656f574ba9.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4b0f555f-1b77-46dc-86c6-0a656f574ba9.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2020-07-27" --- # Solo residential placement for 15 year old male DN489359 Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4b0f555f-1b77-46dc-86c6-0a656f574ba9 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4b0f555f-1b77-46dc-86c6-0a656f574ba9) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4b0f555f-1b77-46dc-86c6-0a656f574ba9.json) ## Summary Durham County Council is currently seeking tenders for a solo residential placement for a 15-year-old male undergoing treatment for psychosis. The contract falls under the health and social work services category and is set to take place in the region of England, United Kingdom. The tender period ends on 10 August 2020, and the contract is expected to commence on 17 August 2020, lasting until 26 July 2021. The procurement method for this opportunity is an open procedure, inviting a wide range of suppliers to participate. This tender presents significant opportunities for service providers in health and social care, particularly those with experience in managing complex needs in young individuals. Businesses specialising in bespoke care services, training for staff, and therapeutic interventions would be well-suited to compete for this contract, especially those that are able to implement tailored support packages. Community and voluntary sector enterprises may find this opportunity particularly relevant to their services, fostering growth through impactful engagement with vulnerable youth. ## Notice Durham County Council are seeking a planned move to a solo residential placement for a 15 year old male. He is currently in hospital under Section 3 of the Mental Health Act and is receiving treatment for psychosis. His medication at present appears to be managing his ADHD and stabilising psychotic behaviours. Before moving to hospital the young person had a wide group of friends and was very sociable. he is a very likeable young man and quickly builds up rapport with staff. he has a cheeky personality a good sense of humour and can be very affectionate. his parents describe him as a caring and funny character who is very loyal to his family and friends. He is a young man who likes to be occupied with a range of interests. He engages in a variety of activities, he enjoys playing football, going swimming, going on a bus ride and playing pool. he has recently expressed an interest in outdoor pursuits. Risks include sensory seeking behaviours, absconding, aggressive impulsive behaviour, sexually inappropriate behaviour. Support package including bespoke training to staff can be arranged for the successful provider. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e00582d0-429c-49d9-bd4f-876801f7d957 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 Jul 2020 | | Submission deadline | 10 Aug 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 16 Aug 2020 - 26 Jul 2021 | | 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), 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 - 27 Jul 2020 at 15:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e00582d0-429c-49d9-bd4f-876801f7d957 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e00582d0-429c-49d9-bd4f-876801f7d957 27th July 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.durham.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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