Homecare Service Placement - ID5016212

32. This process was conducted under the 'selective' method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement focuses on services within the health and social work category, specifically at the location with postal code DL1 5QT in Darlington, England.

The contract award date was 20th October 2025, with the contract period extending from 21st October 2025 to 20th October 2029. This process has reached the 'award' stage, and the successful supplier is CARE LINE HOMECARE LIMITED. This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses involved in health and social care services, particularly those equipped to deliver homecare solutions.

The procurement process was inclusive for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), although the award was given to a large organisation. Companies with expertise in framework agreements and capable of servicing the specified area would have been well-suited for competition in this procurement. The long-term contract period of four years offers a stable growth opportunity and a steady stream of revenue for the winning business.