Residential Care Placement for ID5017151

The procurement process initiated by Darlington Borough Council, located in Darlington, United Kingdom, has concluded with the residential care placement tender titled "Residential Care Placement for ID5017151" under the health and social work services category. This process falls under the 'services' procurement category and follows a 'direct' method, specifically a 'below threshold - without competition' process. The procurement stage has advanced to the 'award' and 'contract' state, with an active contract commencing on 30th June 2025 and concluding on 15th December 2025.

The total contract value amounts to £56,592. The associated legislation is governed by the UKPGA 2023/54 and falls under the 'light touch' regime. The awarded supplier, Eden Cottage Care Home, a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) located in Darlington, exemplifies the kind of business capable of seizing opportunities in this sector.

Businesses providing health and social work services, particularly those offering residential care, could greatly benefit from engaging in similar procurement packages. Such opportunities allow businesses to expand their service offerings within local government contracts, facilitating growth in the health and social care industry within the region of UKC13. This tender showcases the potential for SMEs to compete and deliver essential community care services within structured governmental contracting processes.