PB2023-01372 & PB2022-00653 - Home From Hospital Service

Darlington Borough Council has awarded the contract for the "PB2023-01372 & PB2022-00653 - Home From Hospital Service" under the classification of Transport services and Health and social work services. The contract, valued at GBP 60,000, covers the North East region of the United Kingdom and will run from April 1, 2024, to March 31, 2027. The procurement process was conducted through a direct award, with the final award being made on March 30, 2024, and the contract officially published on February 11, 2025.

The procurement stage is complete with the current status being marked as active. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the transport and health sectors, particularly those equipped to provide services that assist individuals transitioning from hospital care back to their homes. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited for this contract, as specified in the suitability criteria.

The award to "Making Space" highlights the potential for similar organisations to secure contracts through non-competitive procurement methods like direct awards in the future, enabling them to grow their service offerings and capture a larger market share.