Provision of First Aid Responder For Number Forty Skinnergate Safe Space

" The contract involves the provision of trained first aiders to support staff at the council's safe space, Number Forty Skinnergate, located in the UK region of Darlington. Classified under the services category, the procurement was carried out via a direct method below the threshold, meaning it was awarded without competition. The contract period commenced on 30th March 2025 and is set to conclude by 31st March 2026, with a possible extension of up to one additional year.

This procurement process recently reached the award stage, with the active contract signed and documented on 1st October 2025. This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises like SALUS NE Ltd, the awarded supplier, which specialises in services provided by medical personnel. Businesses well-suited to compete in similar future opportunities include those with expertise in emergency medical response and staff support services.

The growing demand for specialised health and safety services in public facilities underlines a steady market. Companies offering tailored medical personnel services can leverage such contracts to establish a foothold in municipal service provision and expand their portfolios in public sector engagements.