--- title: "CPH130 Social Connection Service" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-059cbb" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-059cbb" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-059cbb.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-059cbb.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2026-06-02" --- # CPH130 Social Connection Service Buyer: DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-059cbb [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-059cbb) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-059cbb.json) ## Summary Derbyshire County Council has concluded the competitive flexible tender process for the "CPH130 Social Connection Service" under the Light Touch Regime of the Procurement Act 2023. This service, aimed at reducing loneliness and improving community wellbeing, was open for bids to enhance social connectedness within Derbyshire, excluding Derby City. The contract, effective from 1 November 2026, spans over 2 years with potential extension up to a total of 3 years, covering three geographical lots across the county: North East (Bolsover, Chesterfield, and North East Derbyshire), North West (High Peak and Derbyshire Dales), and South (Erewash, Amber Valley, and South Derbyshire). The procurement stage has reached completion with a contract value grossing up to £1,440,000. Notably, RETHINK TRADING LTD and Citizens Advice Mid Mercia were among the awarded suppliers, responsible for delivering services in specified regions. Key dates include the standstill period concluding on 11 June 2026 and the contract execution milestone scheduled on 12 June 2026. This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for entities capable of delivering social services focused on health and well-being. It is especially suitable for large organisations and SMEs involved in community service and social work sectors. The open procurement method ensured a competitive selection, giving room for innovative solutions to harness community assets. The service design, aiming to enhance resilience and community connection, allows businesses specialising in collaborative and integrated social service delivery to thrive. With an emphasis on being a part of local government restructuring, the contract flexibility allows adaptations to future council formations and service area adjustments, indicative of dynamic long-term partnership opportunities. ## Notice To deliver a social connection service for Derbyshire residents (excluding Derby City Residents). This service is being procured under the Light Touch Regime of the Procurement Act 2023. The service will deliver effective, prevention focused social connection initiatives to reduce loneliness, improve wellbeing, make best use of community assets, and strengthen the resilience of local communities. The contract is divided into three geographical lots across the County. Lot 1: North East - Bolsover, Chesterfield and North East Derbyshire Lot 2: North West - High Peak and Derbyshire Dales Lot 3: South - Erewash, Amber Valley and South Derbyshire The Social Connectedness Service will commence on 01 November 2026 for a period of 2 years to 31 October 2028, with an option to extend for a further 12 months. The total contract term will be up to 3 years. Prospective tenderers should note that this contract may be affected by Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). In accordance with Schedule 8 of the Procurement Act 2023, this contract may be novated to a successor council or otherwise modified to reflect the requirements of any new council arrangements arising from LGR. The exact nature of any modification or novation cannot be determined at this time, but such changes will be managed under both the Procurement Act 2023 and the contractual provisions ### Lot Information Lot 1 North East Social Connection Service Renewal: Initial contract term is for up to two year from 01 November 2026 and will run until 31 October 2028, with the option to extend for a further 12 months. The total contract term will be up to a maximum of 3 years. Lot 2 North West Social Connection Service Renewal: Initial contract term is for up to two year from 01 November 2026 and will run until 31 October 2028, with the option to extend for a further 12 months. The total contract term will be up to a maximum of 3 years. Lot 3 South Social Connection Service Renewal: Initial contract term is for up to two year from 01 November 2026 and will run until 31 October 2028, with the option to extend for a further 12 months. The total contract term will be up to a maximum of 3 years. ### Planning Information Soft Market Engagement Socially Connectedness Service (Derbyshire) Feedback Required on Draft Specification ⚠ Please note: • This is not an invitation to tender • There is no requirement to express an interest. • The draft specification is available on the following link under Public Attachments https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=aad032ef-35ed-f011-813c-005056b64545 • This activity is for feedback only What we are asking: • Providers are invited to review the draft specification and the previous supporting information • Provide feedback by answering the questions in the Microsoft Form • So we can consider feedback before the specification is finalised and put out for formal tender. Supporting Information: • https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=c90f5920-2eb3-f011-813a-005056b64545 • https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=87951c06-5dcc-f011-813a-005056b64545 Provide your feedback: https://forms.office.com/e/fBK0rsiC78 Deadline: 5:00pm Friday 16 January 2026 Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We would also like to remind you about the Procurement Information Webinar Event which will be held via MS Teams on 14 January at 10am. Please see the following link: https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=aad032ef-35ed-f011-813c-005056b64545 for the documents under public attachments for further details and a link to the MS Teams meeting which you can use to join on the appropriate day/time. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052033-2026 | | Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Large, SME | | All stages | Planning, Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 2 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 19 Mar 2026 | | Future notice date | 16 Jan 2026 | | Award date | 1 Jun 2026 | | Contract period | 1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2028 | | Recurrence | 2029-02-05 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,200,000 | | Lots value | £1,199,998 | | Awards value | £1,194,449 | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Pending | | 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 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 2 | | Supplier names | CITIZENS ADVICE MID MERCIA; RETHINK TRADING | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85000000 - Health and social work services ## Release History - 2 Jun 2026 at 15:12 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052033-2026 - 6 Mar 2026 at 08:55 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020186-2026 - 9 Feb 2026 at 09:17 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011229-2026 - 6 Feb 2026 at 11:08 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010832-2026 - 6 Feb 2026 at 10:56 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010821-2026 - 9 Jan 2026 at 11:22 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001754-2026 - 9 Jan 2026 at 10:45 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001732-2026 - 9 Jan 2026 at 09:51 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001698-2026 - 18 Dec 2025 at 08:18 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084096-2025 - 17 Dec 2025 at 10:29 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083661-2025 - 3 Nov 2025 at 15:36 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070539-2025 - 3 Oct 2025 at 11:16 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062102-2025 - 18 Sep 2025 at 07:53 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057547-2025 - 18 Sep 2025 at 07:48 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057543-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052033-2026 2nd June 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020186-2026 6th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011229-2026 9th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010832-2026 6th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010821-2026 6th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001754-2026 9th January 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001732-2026 9th January 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001698-2026 9th January 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084096-2025 18th December 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083661-2025 17th December 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070539-2025 3rd November 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062102-2025 3rd October 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057547-2025 18th September 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057543-2025 18th September 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=3fda6faf-bd02-f111-813c-005056b64545&p=527b4bbd-5c58-e511-80ef-000c29c9ba21 ## Notice URLs - http://www.citizensadvicemidmercia.org.uk/ - https://forms.office.com/e/fBK0rsiC78 - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=87951c06-5dcc-f011-813a-005056b64545 - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=aad032ef-35ed-f011-813c-005056b64545 - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=c90f5920-2eb3-f011-813a-005056b64545 - https://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/home.aspx - https://www.eastmidstenders.org - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.rethink.org/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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