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PRS Private Rented Sector

LONDON BOROUGH OF CROYDON

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

31 Mar 2026 at 14:42

Tender

23 Sep 2025 at 12:58

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Croydon has concluded an award stage for a procurement process titled "PRS Private Rented Sector". The procurement process aimed to establish a Move-On Private rented Access Scheme (PRS) for supporting rough sleepers and individuals in temporary accommodation. The scheme is designed for all genders over 18 who are ready to undertake an Assured Shorthold Tenancy, providing resettlement and tenancy sustainment for 12 months. This public procurement falls under the real estate services industry category and took place in Croydon, United Kingdom. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, ensuring a transparent and competitive environment. Significant dates include the award announcement on 18th February 2026, with the contract slated to run from 28th April 2026 to 27th April 2031. The total award value amounts to £661,000, with The Forward Trust being the designated supplier.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in real estate services, particularly those ready to deliver comprehensive support in tenancy management and sustainment. Large organisations or those classified as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) could find this contract particularly beneficial given its scope and requirements. Businesses capable of leveraging their expertise to assist the transition of individuals from temporary housing to more stable living conditions will find opportunities for growth and market expansion through this contract. The competitive open tendering approach underscores the importance of delivering quality proposals concentrating on both price and service capabilities to secure such opportunities.

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Notice Title

PRS Private Rented Sector

Notice Description

Move-On Private rented Access Scheme (PRS) for Rough Sleepers and people in Temporary Accommodation awaiting move-on, of all genders over the age of 18, and assessed as ready to take on an Assured Shorthold Tenancy. The provider will deliver resettlement and tenancy sustainment support for 12 months after the start of the tenancy.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a029
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029883-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

70 - Real estate services


CPV Codes

70000000 - Real estate services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£675,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£675,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
£661,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
22 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
27 Apr 2026 - 27 Apr 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF CROYDON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CROYDON
Postcode
CR0 1EA
Post Town
Croydon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI62 Croydon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Croydon
Electoral Ward
Fairfield
Westminster Constituency
Croydon West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE FORWARD TRUST

Further Information

Notice Documents

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