Out of County Supported Living for an Individual

Durham County Council has completed a public procurement process for the provision of "Out of County Supported Living for an Individual," which falls under the services category with a focus on health and social work services. This procurement was executed via a direct method, specifically "Below threshold - without competition," under the light-touch regime. The contract, valued at £92,000, was awarded to PERSONALISED 4 AUTISM LIMITED on 28th October 2025 and is active from 29th October 2025 to 31st March 2026.

The placement is located in the UKF2 region, and the contract can potentially be extended significantly, contingent on the continuing needs of the individual involved. This procurement offers prospective business growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises specialising in health and social services. Companies with expertise in providing tailored support for individuals with autism would be well-suited to compete in similar tenders.

The streamlined direct procurement method suggests that agile businesses capable of providing personalised care solutions efficiently might find similar opportunities in public sector contracts, especially under light-touch regulatory regimes.