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title: "Homecare Service Placement - ID181531 - Lot 1"
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buyer: "DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL"
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# Homecare Service Placement - ID181531 - Lot 1

Buyer: DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6087a71a-98ad-4345-bfe0-01dc050d8966

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## Summary

Darlington Borough Council has successfully completed the procurement process for the "Homecare Service Placement - ID181531 - Lot 1," focusing on health and social work services. This selective procurement was conducted as a call-off from a framework agreement, with Springfield Home Care Services Limited being awarded the contract. The procurement falls under the services category, targeting locations in Darlington, England, specifically with delivery around the postal code DL1 5QT. The contract period spans from 8th January 2026 to 7th January 2030, reflecting a substantial engagement within the healthcare sector. The tender period concluded on 7th January 2026, with the contract value recorded at GBP 47,742.24.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in health and social care. SMEs and VCSEs particularly can benefit due to the tender's suitability criteria, which encourages participation from these entities. The nature of the call-off from a framework agreement allows for select businesses with the appropriate framework agreements to compete effectively. Engaging in such contracts can foster growth by establishing long-term partnerships with local government bodies, enhancing business portfolios and expanding service reach within the public sector.

## Notice

Homecare Service Placement - ID181531 - Lot 1

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a8ecb6a-faec-4577-96f9-fb7800381b91 |
| 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 | 4 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 8 Jan 2026 - 7 Jan 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £47,742 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £47,742 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## 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

- 4 Feb 2026 at 11:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a8ecb6a-faec-4577-96f9-fb7800381b91

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a8ecb6a-faec-4577-96f9-fb7800381b91
  4th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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