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Homelessness & Rough Sleeping Lived Experience Forum

MINISTRY OF HOUSING, COMMUNITIES AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government in England has concluded a contracting process for the "Homelessness & Rough Sleeping Lived Experience Forum." This tender falls within the social research services category, aimed at facilitating forums for individuals with lived experience of homelessness across England. The procurement method used was selective, through a call-off from the Further Competition RM6126 Research & Insights Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS). The initial contract term begins on 22 April 2026 and extends to 21 April 2027, with potential for three additional 12-month extensions at the Ministry's discretion, totalling the contract value at £150,000. The award date was 17 April 2026, and the process is currently in the award update stage, reflecting recent contract changes.

This tender presents growth opportunities particularly for SMEs and VCSEs within the social research sector, as it seeks expertise in managing and facilitating engaging programmes for homeless communities across England. Businesses with a focus on community engagement and experience in coordinating forums are well-suited to compete and contribute valuable social research insights. The contract, awarded to Expert Link, emphasises collaboration with stakeholders having direct experience of homelessness, offering a platform for SMEs specialising in social research services to expand their reach and enhance their role in public-sector initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Homelessness & Rough Sleeping Lived Experience Forum

Notice Description

MHCLG has awarded a contract for a Supplier to design, recruit for, manage and facilitate a Homelessness & Rough Sleeping Lived Experience Forum. The service will engage individuals with direct lived experience of homelessness, including rough sleeping, through a programme of online and in-person forum meetings held across England. The contract has been awarded by Further Competition RM6126 Research & Insights DPS. The initial term is for 12 months and includes three 12-month optional extension period until 21 April 2030 at MHCLGs sole discretion.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7a81d14-35b8-47f1-9de4-13bc0ee91bab
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79315000 - Social research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£38,397 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
21 Apr 2026 - 21 Apr 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF HOUSING, COMMUNITIES AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EXPERT LINK

Further Information

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