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title: "Contract for Individual package of community-based support for a service user with autism, emotionally unstable personality disorder, anti-social personality disorder and a learning disability"
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# Contract for Individual package of community-based support for a service user with autism, emotionally unstable personality disorder, anti-social personality disorder and a learning disability

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d99b74ab-ed81-439a-8336-e8011f596d09

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## Summary

Durham County Council is seeking potential suppliers for a contract titled "Contract for Individual package of community-based support for a service user with autism, emotionally unstable personality disorder, anti-social personality disorder and a learning disability." This procurement falls under the health and social work services category, with a value of £900,000. The tender, which is currently in the award stage, was published on 18 December 2017, and the tender period ended on 25 January 2018. The contract's duration is set from 1 April 2018 to 31 March 2021, and the service is to be delivered in the North East region of the United Kingdom.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in providing health and social care services. Businesses with experience in bespoke care packages, particularly for individuals with complex needs, would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement could enhance business visibility and growth through collaboration with a reputable local authority.

## Notice

This contract is for a bespoke package of care and accommodation for one individual who is currently living in a hospital environment and awaiting discharge. The individual has a diagnosis of Autism, emotionally unstable personality disorder, anti-social personality disorder and a learning disability

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b2f90780-88a9-4b3c-96b7-019a7c1692b4 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Feb 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Jan 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Feb 2018 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2018 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £900,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £967,104 |
| 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 | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5UL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Neville's Cross |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ESSENTIAL CARE AND SUPPORT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 26 Feb 2018 at 15:13 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b2f90780-88a9-4b3c-96b7-019a7c1692b4
- 18 Dec 2017 at 13:51 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b2f90780-88a9-4b3c-96b7-019a7c1692b4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b2f90780-88a9-4b3c-96b7-019a7c1692b4
  18th December 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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