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title: "Retail Opportunity at Darlington Memorial Hospital"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SYNCHRONICITY CARE LTD."
published: "2024-07-29"
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# Retail Opportunity at Darlington Memorial Hospital

Buyer: SYNCHRONICITY CARE LTD.  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d193f217-961d-4d3a-a301-53418289ca67

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## Summary

The procurement process for the retail opportunity at Darlington Memorial Hospital, orchestrated by Synchronicity Care LTD., falls under the industry category of retail trade services. This tender, classified with the CPV code 55900000, pertains to the operation of a retail shop within the hospital. The retail area is strategically located at the junction of two main thoroughfares on the ground floor. The procurement method employed was an open procedure (below threshold). Key dates include the tender period ending on 10 May 2024, and the contract period starting on 15 July 2024 and concluding on 14 July 2029. The location specified for the delivery of the services is in the North East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses looking to establish a presence within a busy hospital environment. The contract, spanning five years with up to two additional one-year extensions, presents a stable and long-term growth potential for businesses, particularly those in the retail sector. Businesses that are small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be well-suited to compete in this procurement. Success in securing this contract could lead to increased visibility and customer engagement, providing a robust platform for business expansion.

## Notice

Operation of a retail shop within Darlington Memorial Hospital. The area is locatedon the ground fl oor at the junction of two main thoroughfares within the mainhospital building. This opportunity is for 5 years with 2 x 12 month optional extensions. To express an interest please follow the below link. https://www.cardea.nhs.uk/Cardea/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ViewOpportunityEvent.aspx?EventID=4623&Culture=en-GB (https://www.cardea.nhs.uk/Cardea/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportun ities/ViewOpportunityEvent.aspx?EventID=4623&Culture=en-GB)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10cc32e7-0f8c-4759-b0ae-7dd5ad7802b2 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 10 May 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Jun 2024 |
| Contract period | 14 Jul 2024 - 14 Jul 2029 |
| 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 | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SYNCHRONICITY CARE LTD. |
| Locality | DARLINGTON |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL3 6HX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC33 Darlington |
| Local authority | Darlington |
| Electoral ward | Pierremont |
| Westminster constituency | Darlington |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WH SMITH HOSPITALS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55900000 - Retail trade services

## Release History

- 29 Jul 2024 at 10:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10cc32e7-0f8c-4759-b0ae-7dd5ad7802b2
- 26 Apr 2024 at 15:12 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a5f539fb-04b2-4cb4-a641-cc84809ceb62

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10cc32e7-0f8c-4759-b0ae-7dd5ad7802b2
  29th July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a5f539fb-04b2-4cb4-a641-cc84809ceb62
  26th April 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.cardea.nhs.uk/Cardea/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportun
- https://www.cardea.nhs.uk/Cardea/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ViewOpportunityEvent.aspx?EventID=4623&Culture=en-GB

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