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title: "P2016/1026/PE - Purchase of off framework Independent Fostering Agency for Individual - Direct Award"
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buyer: "DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2017-04-05"
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# P2016/1026/PE - Purchase of off framework Independent Fostering Agency for Individual - Direct Award

Buyer: DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d019f51c-f401-41d3-9085-859971a50b16

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Darlington Borough Council, which is seeking services in the education and training sector through a tender titled "P2016/1026/PE - Purchase of off framework Independent Fostering Agency for Individual - Direct Award." The procurement method used is an open procedure, and the contract is valued at £234,000. The award was published on 5th April 2017, with the tender period closing on 1st October 2016. The contract begins on 22nd October 2016 and runs until 21st October 2023, with delivery set for locations within the North East of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the social care and foster agency sector, particularly those classified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies that provide independent fostering services or related educational and training services would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement can allow businesses to expand their operations and contribute to the vital service of fostering within the community.

## Notice

P2016/1026/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/b1cab668-19ab-4d31-8e6e-519742299634 |
| 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 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £234,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £234,000 |
| 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 13:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1cab668-19ab-4d31-8e6e-519742299634

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1cab668-19ab-4d31-8e6e-519742299634
  5th April 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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