Out of County Specialist Residential Care Placement for an Individual

Durham County Council has completed a direct procurement process for the "Out of County Specialist Residential Care Placement for an Individual," classified under health and social work services. The procurement, with the main category being services, took place in the UKJ2 region and was executed under the light-touch regime without competition due to it being below the threshold. The contract, awarded to Trust Care Management Ltd, commenced on 4th November 2025 and is set to run until 31st March 2026, with a potential extension possible if the service user’s needs persist.

The total value of the contract amounts to £124,678.32. This contract presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in health and social care services, particularly those capable of providing specialist residential care, to engage with public sector procurement. Trust Care Management Ltd, a large-scale operation, secured this award, highlighting the opportunity for similar or mid-sized companies to consider future prospects in this sector, especially in light of such straightforward procurement processes.

The contract’s value and potential renewal also suggest long-term engagement possibilities for service providers ready to meet the specified care needs.