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title: "P2016/1027/PE - Purchase of off framework Independent Fostering Agency for Individual - Direct Award"
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# P2016/1027/PE - Purchase of off framework Independent Fostering Agency for Individual - Direct Award

Buyer: DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-aa7eb2fd-d666-4a31-9239-7ceaaebc69b4

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## Summary

Darlington Borough Council is conducting a procurement process titled "P2016/1027/PE - Purchase of off framework Independent Fostering Agency for Individual - Direct Award". This tender falls under the education and training services category, with additional classifications in health and social work services, and it is located in the North East of the United Kingdom. The procurement method used is an open procedure, with the contract period commencing on 22 October 2016 and expiring on 21 October 2026. The tender period has ended, having concluded on 1 October 2016. The total value of the contract is £379,600.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in independent fostering agencies and related services to grow their operations. Companies that are suited for this competition include small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that can provide the necessary services within the designated regions. Engaging with the Local Authority could also lead to further contracts in the future, indicating a wholesome avenue for expansion within the social work sector.

## Notice

P2016/1027/PE - Purchase of off framework Independent Fostering Agency for Individual - Direct Award

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3bc1731c-f2e8-44dd-b7b7-83ba5c4365c2 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Apr 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Oct 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Oct 2016 |
| Contract period | 21 Oct 2016 - 21 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £379,600 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £379,600 |
| 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 | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | A1 FOSTER CARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services
- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 5 Apr 2017 at 13:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3bc1731c-f2e8-44dd-b7b7-83ba5c4365c2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3bc1731c-f2e8-44dd-b7b7-83ba5c4365c2
  5th April 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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