Published date: 27 July 2020

Closed opportunity - This means that the contract is currently closed. The buying department may be considering suppliers that have already applied, or no suitable offers were made.


Closing: 10 August 2020

Contract summary

Industry

  • Health and social work services - 85000000

Location of contract

England

Value of contract

£0

Procurement reference

DCC001-DN489359-60669808

Published date

27 July 2020

Closing date

10 August 2020

Contract start date

17 August 2020

Contract end date

26 July 2021

Contract type

Service contract

Procedure type

Open procedure

Any interested supplier may submit a tender in response to an opportunity notice.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

No

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

Yes

Description

Durham County Council are seeking a planned move to a solo residential placement for a 15 year old male.
He is currently in hospital under Section 3 of the Mental Health Act and is receiving treatment for psychosis. His medication at present appears to be managing his ADHD and stabilising psychotic behaviours.

Before moving to hospital the young person had a wide group of friends and was very sociable.
he is a very likeable young man and quickly builds up rapport with staff.
he has a cheeky personality a good sense of humour and can be very affectionate.
his parents describe him as a caring and funny character who is very loyal to his family and friends.
He is a young man who likes to be occupied with a range of interests. He engages in a variety of activities, he enjoys playing football, going swimming, going on a bus ride and playing pool. he has recently expressed an interest in outdoor pursuits.

Risks include sensory seeking behaviours, absconding, aggressive impulsive behaviour, sexually inappropriate behaviour.

Support package including bespoke training to staff can be arranged for the successful provider.

About the buyer

Contact name

Michelle Thompsn

Address

County Hall
Durham
DH1 5UG
United Kingdom

Telephone

+44 3000

Email

michelle.thompson@durham.gov.uk

Website

http://www.durham.gov.uk