Planning

Support for those found Homeless with Complex Support Needs

SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

02 May 2025 at 13:59

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Sunderland City Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Support for those found Homeless with Complex Support Needs." This procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on social work and related services. It is located in Sunderland, within the UKC region. The open procedure procurement method will be used, and the process is above the threshold, ensuring a detailed and competitive tendering process. Key dates include the anticipated start of the contract in August 2025, spanning three years with potential extensions up to July 2031. Information is being circulated as of May 2025, with the next notice planned for, or after, 19th May 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), that have expertise in providing intensive support services for individuals with high and complex needs. The planned service aims to provide 24/7 support in a specialised accommodation setting, which includes spaces for eight individuals. By participating, businesses can strengthen their portfolio in social services and contribute to the local community by reducing homelessness and associated burdens on public resources. Organisations with experience in challenging environments and capable of delivering high-quality, person-centred support are well-suited to compete for this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Support for those found Homeless with Complex Support Needs

Notice Description

The Council has an immediate requirement to support adults who find themselves homeless in suitable safe accommodation which allows them access to intensive 24/7 support. The Council has identified a property in Sunderland for which the support can be delivered. It is expected the contract (support service) will commence approximately Summer 2025 for a period of 3 years, with the option to extend for periods at the discretion of the Council. The property will provide self-contained bedspaces, communal facilities and an office space enough to support 8 individuals. The required support service will provide 24/7 support to ensure the safe operation of the scheme and the delivery of support which facilitates stability, and ultimately safe move on to independent living and a settled life. This provision will also: Help to reduce the incidents of repeat homeless presentations and reduce the burden, both from a service demand aspect and financial aspect, on the public purse Increase the provision and quality of accommodation with support to meet service demands for those found to be homeless with complex support needs who cannot currently be assisted Reduce the risk of poor health and death by those who sleep rough in the city The client group will consist of people found homeless and experiencing high and complex needs and displaying challenging behaviours. The clients will likely have failed in other supported accommodations due to the level of support required to keep them engaged with support and moving towards independent living.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050c71
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018833-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
19 May 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
corporate.procurement@sunderland.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR1 3AA
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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