Out of County Residential Placement

Durham County Council, a public authority operating within sub-central government in the United Kingdom, has recently completed a procurement process for the "Out of County Residential Placement" service. The procurement, which falls within the health and social work services industry category, focuses on securing residential placements for individuals based on service user choice. Located in region UKC14, the service is offered through a direct procurement method below the threshold without competition, featuring a unique light touch regime.

The contract was awarded on 5th October 2025 and runs from 6th October 2025 to 31st March 2026, valued at £49,140 GBP. This contracting opportunity presents substantial growth avenues for large-scale businesses within the health and social work services sector that are adept in providing residential placements. The completion of this tender by Highgate Care Services Ltd suggests that similar service providers can leverage such opportunities to expand their service reach and clientele.

Organisations capable of delivering high-quality, individual-focused residential care services in specified UK regions can find valuable prospects in participating in future tenders of this nature with local councils. The procurement method's direct and non-competitive nature suggests that businesses which establish good relationships and trust with local authorities could find these processes particularly beneficial.