---
title: "Social Care & Education Placement"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-064e54"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-064e54.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-02-11"
---

# Social Care & Education Placement

Buyer: BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-064e54

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## Summary

The procurement process led by Bristol City Council has resulted in the award of a contract titled "Social Care & Education Placement". This contract falls under the industry category of health and social work services. The procurement, conducted as a direct method below the threshold without competition, aims to deliver services within the United Kingdom, specifically in the UKK1 region. The procurement process is now complete, with the contract active from 5th February 2026 until 31st March 2030. The awarded supplier, Hartford Care Ltd, has been selected for their capabilities in this sector, cementing their role in the region's social care and education placement services.

The contract presents significant opportunities for businesses within the health and social work services sector, particularly those offering specialised care and education services. Large enterprises like Hartford Care Ltd are well-suited to fulfil the requirements due to their capacity to deliver high-quality services across extensive timeframes. Businesses operating within the public authority and sub-central government spaces can find growth potential by collaborating with local councils like Bristol City Council, identifying opportunities for partnership or expansion in similar procurement activities. This strategic partnership not only aids in business growth but also enhances the service delivery within the community.

## Notice

Social Care & Education Placement - DNYY2276

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012589-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 5 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £214,405 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 5TR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Hotwells and Harbourside |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HARTFORD CARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 11 Feb 2026 at 16:33 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012589-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012589-2026
  11th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.bristol.gov.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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