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title: "CCS071 Children in Care Analysis - Further Competition Call-Off from ESPO Framework 664_25, Lot 4b"
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# CCS071 Children in Care Analysis - Further Competition Call-Off from ESPO Framework 664_25, Lot 4b

Buyer: DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e551e79e-e41a-4966-abc4-dabe24c712b7

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## Summary

Derbyshire County Council has awarded a contract aimed at enhancing services for children in care under the procurement title "CCS071 Children in Care Analysis - Further Competition Call-Off from ESPO Framework 664_25, Lot 4b". Classified under the industry category of Systems and Technical Consultancy Services, this contract involves addressing social care needs across multiple locations within the United Kingdom, including regions like North East, North West, and London. The procurement process reached the award stage as of 19th December 2025, with a contract period from 5th January 2026 to 4th January 2027. Conducted using a restricted procedure, the tender was valued at approximately £398,000, with the successful supplier being IMPOWER Consulting Ltd.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs, as it was conducted with a focus on enabling such businesses to participate. Organisations experienced in delivering consultancy services within the social care sector would find it particularly beneficial, providing a platform for demonstrating their value-driven approach and robust care planning capabilities. By engaging with Derbyshire County Council, businesses can leverage opportunities for long-term partnerships and further engagements within the framework, offering substantial growth prospects for businesses adept in navigating public sector requirements.

## Notice

Derbyshire County Council (the Council) is seeking to award a contract to a suitably qualified provider via the ESPO Framework 664_25, Lot 4b - Social Care (Adults and Children's). The aim of this contract is to improve outcomes for children in care by achieving greater value for money in the provision of placement services. The appointed provider will also be expected to work collaboratively with the Council to embed a clear vision and shared values around the sourcing of appropriate placements. This includes ensuring that placement decisions are driven by robust care planning rather than availability, leading to more informed and effective outcomes for children.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57a3c805-76e9-4d02-8804-15fb89c141fa |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 5 Jan 2026 - 4 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £398,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £398,552 |
| 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 | DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | MATLOCK |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE4 3AG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF13 South and West Derbyshire |
| Local authority | Derbyshire Dales |
| Electoral ward | Matlock West |
| Westminster constituency | Derbyshire Dales |
| 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 | IMPOWER CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72220000 - Systems and technical consultancy services

## Release History

- 21 Jan 2026 at 14:31 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57a3c805-76e9-4d02-8804-15fb89c141fa
- 21 Jan 2026 at 12:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d05c718-e9dc-4e8c-9495-90a1b08d665b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57a3c805-76e9-4d02-8804-15fb89c141fa
  21st January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d05c718-e9dc-4e8c-9495-90a1b08d665b
  21st January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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