Durham County Council · Awarded contract
Awarded

Award of Supported Living Services Contract to YS Services LTD (Embracing Care) by Durham County Council

Awarded 31 Jul 2018

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Awarded31 Jul 2018
Value£15,148,761.00
SupplierYS Services LTD operating as Embracing Care
AgencyDurham County Council
RegionNorth East
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Ended 4y 3mo ago4y term
Awarded 31 July 2018Expired 30 July 2022

About

Durham County Council awarded a contract to YS Services LTD operating as Embracing Care for the provision of care and support in supported living services, including domiciliary care to individuals with eligible needs.

The contract covers support across 34 supported living properties accommodating up to 124 service users, following the Council's decision to transfer these services from its in-house provider, County Durham Care & Support, through a competitive tender divided into separate Lots.

The contract value is £15,148,761.

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