Provision of Out of County Residential and Nursing Care for an Individual

Durham County Council has completed the procurement process for the "Provision of Out of County Residential and Nursing Care for an Individual". This tender falls under the health and social work services industry category and was handled using a direct procurement method below the threshold, meaning it was awarded without competition. Located in Durham, UK region UKC14, the council serves as the buying organisation and awarded the contract to Minster Care Management Limited.

The contract period commenced on 21st May 2025 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2026, with an estimated value of £36,248 excluding VAT. This procurement provides a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in residential and nursing care services to explore similar procurement processes. Companies that focus on health and social work services are well-suited to compete for this type of tender.

Although the contract was awarded through a direct procurement approach, firms could consider strategic partnerships or expanding their services to increase their eligibility for similar opportunities, especially those under light touch regimes. Engaging with local government councils like Durham County Council could aid in business growth by accessing public sector contracts and building a reputable partnership within sub-central government services.