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title: "CALL-OFF: Children's Services Re-Opening of the Open Select List 2025 for all Independent Placement"
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# CALL-OFF: Children's Services Re-Opening of the Open Select List 2025 for all Independent Placement

Buyer: LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e589dd08-57dc-4e81-b88e-a7aba1094924

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "CALL-OFF: Children's Services Re-Opening of the Open Select List 2025 for all Independent Placement" has been concluded. This tender, overseen by Lincolnshire County Council, falls under the health and social work services category, with additional classifications in other community, social, and personal services. The procurement stage is marked as complete, with the award issued on 14th May 2026. The process involved a selective procurement method using a call-off from a framework agreement. The services are to be delivered in the East Midlands, UK, starting from 14th May 2026 to 30th September 2027. The tender period ended on 10th November 2025.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses within the health and social services sector, particularly those specialising in children's services. Given the procurement method of call-off from a framework, companies that are part of this framework can potentially benefit from continued collaboration with Lincolnshire County Council. SMEs and VCSEs are particularly suitable, indicating an inclusive approach that encourages diverse organisations to compete. The award to Cherished Beginnings Ltd suggests that larger entities with robust infrastructure and proven service capability are also well-positioned to succeed in similar future tenders.

## Notice

Lincolnshire Children's Services Re-Opening of the Open Select List 2025 for all Independent Placements. This procurement is under the Light Touch Regime established pursuant to Regulations 74-76 and Regulation 76(7) of the Public Contracts Regulations 20

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/713dec75-1140-47ad-b64e-6168f95c9415 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 13 May 2026 - 30 Sep 2027 |
| 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 | LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LINCOLN |
| Post town | Lincoln |
| Postcode | LN1 1YL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF3 Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF30 Lincolnshire CC |
| Local authority | Lincoln |
| Electoral ward | Carholme |
| Westminster constituency | Lincoln |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CHERISHED BEGINNINGS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

## Release History

- 22 Jun 2026 at 09:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/713dec75-1140-47ad-b64e-6168f95c9415

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/713dec75-1140-47ad-b64e-6168f95c9415
  22nd June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://app.panacea-software.com/lcc/
  Click above to Apply (link to e-procurement portal)

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