CPH130 Social Connection Service

A Tender Notice
by DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

Source
Find a Tender
Type
Contract (Services)
Duration
2 year
Value
£1M
Sector
HEALTH
Published
06 Feb 2026
Delivery
01 Nov 2026 to 31 Oct 2028
Deadline
19 Mar 2026 11:00

Related Terms

Location

Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire:

Geochart for 1 buyers and 0 suppliers

Description

The Council is seeking providers to deliver a social connection service for Derbyshire residents (excluding Derby City Residents). This service is being procured under the Light Touch Regime of the Procurement Act 2023. The service will deliver effective, prevention focused social connection initiatives to reduce loneliness, improve wellbeing, make best use of community assets, and strengthen the resilience of local communities. The contract is divided into three geographical lots across the County. Lot 1: North East - Bolsover, Chesterfield and North East Derbyshire Lot 2: North West - High Peak and Derbyshire Dales Lot 3: South - Erewash, Amber Valley and South Derbyshire The Social Connectedness Service will commence on 01 November 2026 for a period of 2 years to 31 October 2028, with an option to extend for a further 12 months. The total contract term will be up to 3 years.

Lot Division

1 North East Social Connection Service
  • Value: £491K

The Council is seeking providers to deliver a social connection service for Derbyshire residents (excluding Derby City Residents). This service is being procured under the Light Touch Regime of the Procurement Act 2023. The service will deliver effective, prevention focused social connection initiatives to reduce loneliness, improve wellbeing, make best use of community assets, and strengthen the resilience of local communities. Lot 1: North East - Bolsover, Chesterfield and North East Derbyshire. Total maximum budget for Lot 1 over 3 years is up to £490.569.28 … A mobilisation period will run from 12 June 2026 to 31 October 2026. All mobilisation activity must be delivered within the existing allocated total financial envelope. Payments under the contract will be quarterly in advance. The Service will not include provision for residents of Derby City or services delivered within Derby City.

2 North West Social Connection Service
  • Value: £257K

The Council is seeking providers to deliver a social connection service for Derbyshire residents (excluding Derby City Residents). This service is being procured under the Light Touch Regime of the Procurement Act 2023. The service will deliver effective, prevention focused social connection initiatives to reduce loneliness, improve wellbeing, make best use of community assets, and strengthen the resilience of local communities. Lot 1: North West - High Peak and Derbyshire Dales. Total maximum budget for Lot 1 over 3 years is up to £256,960.48 (exclusive of VAT) … A mobilisation period will run from 12 June 2026 to 31 October 2026. All mobilisation activity must be delivered within the existing allocated total financial envelope. Payments under the contract will be quarterly in advance. The Service will not include provision for residents of Derby City or services delivered within Derby City.

3 South Social Connection Service
  • Value: £452K

The Council is seeking providers to deliver a social connection service for Derbyshire residents (excluding Derby City Residents). This service is being procured under the Light Touch Regime of the Procurement Act 2023. The service will deliver effective, prevention focused social connection initiatives to reduce loneliness, improve wellbeing, make best use of community assets, and strengthen the resilience of local communities. Lot 3: South - Erewash, Amber Valley and South Derbyshire. Total maximum budget for Lot 1 over 3 years is up to £452,470.24 (exclusive of VAT) … A mobilisation period will run from 12 June 2026 to 31 October 2026. All mobilisation activity must be delivered within the existing allocated total financial envelope. Payments under the contract will be quarterly in advance. The Service will not include provision for residents of Derby City or services delivered within Derby City.

Renewal Options

Initial contract term is for up to two year from 01 November 2026 and will run until 31 October 2028, with the option to extend for a further 12 months. The total contract term will be up to a maximum of 3 years.

Award Criteria

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CPV Codes

  • 85000000 - Health and social work services

Indicators

  • This is a recurring contract.
  • Renewals are available.

Other Information

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Reference

  • ocds-h6vhtk-059cbb
  • FTS 010821-2026

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