Dearne Area Social Isolation Contract 2025-28

The procurement process for the Dearne Area Social Isolation Contract 2025-28 has been completed by Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council, located in Barnsley, South Yorkshire. The project focuses on delivering a social connectivity initiative aimed at supporting the aging population in the Dearne Area of Barnsley, within the health and social work industry category. The procurement was conducted using a limited method, below the threshold for open competition, and follows the legal basis outlined in the UK Public General Acts (UKPGA) of 2023.

The contract commenced on 1st July 2025 and will run until 30th June 2028, with an award value of £88,822 GBP. This contract presents growth opportunities for businesses within the services sector, particularly those specialising in health and social work services. Organisations that are well-suited for such opportunities would ideally have experience in social care provision and community development projects.

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) with a focus on delivering social-impact services could benefit from pursuing similar tenders in future procurement cycles. The contracting supplier for this procurement, B:FRIEND, exemplifies a business model well-aligned with such objectives, indicating space for similar enterprises to effectively compete in related markets.