---
title: "Social Care & Education Placement"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cec4"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-20"
---

# Social Care & Education Placement

Buyer: BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06cec4

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## Summary

The procurement process facilitated by Bristol City Council pertains to the provision of social care and education placement services, with the procurement titled "Social Care & Education Placement". This contract falls within the "services" category under the health and social work services industry. The geographical focus for the project is the UKK1 region in the United Kingdom, specifically targeting Bristol. The procurement method is categorised as "direct" and was conducted without competition due to being below the financial threshold for open competition. The contract was awarded in May 2026, with completion anticipated by March 2027. The total contract value is £85,450.20, and the award was officially active from 15th May 2026.

This procurement offers substantial growth opportunities for large-scale businesses specialising in social care and related educational services, particularly those capable of meeting the unique requirements of public authorities like Bristol City Council. TIFA Life Ltd, a large supplier with established operations in the Bristol area, was considered well-suited for this project, as evidenced by their successful award of this contract. For other businesses seeking similar opportunities, developing strong local connections and expertise in light-touch regimes and direct service provision could enhance competitiveness in future tenders.

## Notice

Social Care & Education Placement - DNYY2862

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068215-2026 |
| 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 | 20 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 14 May 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £85,450 |

## 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 | TIFA LIFE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 20 Jul 2026 at 11:59 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068215-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068215-2026
  20th July 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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