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title: "Community Based Day Care Support Services"
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buyer: "BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN"
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# Community Based Day Care Support Services

Buyer: BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-acc9d33b-b6d4-4786-b14a-065a28891d0c

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by Blackburn with Darwen Council, focuses on the provision of "Community Based Day Care Support Services" aimed at promoting independence and wellbeing among attendees. Under the CPV code 85312100 for daycare services, this open procurement procedure encompasses various regions including North East, North West, and London in the United Kingdom. The tender was first published on 16th April 2024, with the tender period ending on 16th May 2024. The contract period is scheduled from 1st October 2024 to 30th September 2026, suggesting an active procurement status. This tender, valued at £363,950.94, represents a prime opportunity for businesses to engage in a service-oriented initiative.

This contract opens up avenues for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to enhance their market presence by delivering essential care services across multiple UK regions. Businesses with expertise in healthcare and community services, especially those focused on social care and wellbeing, will be ideally positioned to compete for this opportunity. The initiative not only supports business growth but also contributes to community welfare, making it attractive to suppliers who prioritise social responsibility alongside operational success. The awarded contract has been attributed to Age UK Blackburn with Darwen, reflecting encouragement and inclusivity for the involvement of smaller yet impactful providers.

## Notice

The aim of the Day Care Service is to provide a safe and stimulating environment for all of the attendees. \r \r * enables and encourages attendees to maximise their independence.\r * ensures individuals wellbeing is the focus of all activities.\r * Promote good health. \r * Provide a variety of learning, educational and stimulating activities.\r * Reduce the need for people to access alternative care provision.\r * An environment where people's choices are always considered.\r * A place where new friendships can be made and developed to increase social interactions.\r * A place where individuals likes, interests and skills are promoted\r * A place where people are happy to attend and to feel part of a caring community network.\r

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e577251f-11d6-4d60-891d-0157acfb81e1 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 16 May 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £363,950 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £363,950 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN |
| Locality | BLACKBURN |
| Post town | Blackburn |
| Postcode | BB2 1DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD41 Blackburn with Darwen |
| Local authority | Blackburn with Darwen |
| Electoral ward | Blackburn Central |
| Westminster constituency | Blackburn |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AGE UK BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85312100 - Daycare services

## Release History

- 23 Oct 2025 at 07:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e577251f-11d6-4d60-891d-0157acfb81e1
- 22 Oct 2025 at 13:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2a02955-7746-45a8-aa84-270cd8a275f8
- 16 Apr 2024 at 09:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5853ad08-2cd8-4f66-88cd-c31967a02d63

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e577251f-11d6-4d60-891d-0157acfb81e1
  23rd October 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2a02955-7746-45a8-aa84-270cd8a275f8
  22nd October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5853ad08-2cd8-4f66-88cd-c31967a02d63
  16th April 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=849ca5d9-d1fb-ee11-812a-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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