This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

17 Jun 2026 at 13:34

Planning

29 Sep 2025 at 14:09

Summary of the contracting process

North Tyneside Borough Council, in collaboration with Northumberland County Council, has initiated an active tender process for the "Rough Sleeper Services" contract. This procurement falls under the health and social work services category, with an estimated contract value of £525,000 GBP. The service aims to support rough sleepers in regions UKC21 (Northumberland) and UKC22 (North Tyneside) in the United Kingdom. The tender is being conducted through an open procedure, fully adhering to the Procurement Act 2023. Interested parties must submit their tenders electronically by the deadline on 13 July 2026 at noon. Enquiries are welcomed until 1 July 2026, with the award period concluding on 20 July 2026. The contract period is scheduled to start on 1 September 2026 and will conclude on 31 August 2029, with potential extensions possible.

This procurement opportunity offers significant growth potential for businesses specialising in social work and health services, particularly those with experience in managing and delivering homelessness response initiatives. Eligible for participation are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), making it an inclusive opportunity for organisations focusing on social value and community impact. Businesses equipped with comprehensive plans for mobilisation, effective resource management, and a solid governance structure stand to benefit by positioning themselves as key partners in delivering tailored support services to the rough sleeping population. Additionally, the commitment to team development and performance management will be advantageous in ensuring successful outcomes aligned with the councils' objectives.

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Notice Title

Rough Sleeper Services

Notice Description

This opportunity is being conducted via the Open process under Procurement Act 2023. North Tyneside Council in partnership with Northumberland County Council are seeking a service provision to Support Rough Sleepers. Both Authorities are committed to providing tailored support to those who find themselves at risk of rough sleeping, with the overall aim of reducing the prevalence of rough sleeping and over time, bringing rough sleeping to an end. The contract, for support services for rough sleepers, forms part of a wider range of measures to support homelessness households, including rough sleepers. Contract amount - PS525,000

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Extension will be made on a 1 year plus 1 year. Total extension 2 years.

Planning Information

Expressions on Interest to be submitted via the OPEN portal reference number OPEN20251689 - Rough Sleeper Services. Event will be conducted via teams on 7th October 2025 at 2.00pm. The event will provide suppliers with information regarding current scope and procurement process and will allow suppliers to submit ideas of what should be included within the scope.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a42f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057180-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender 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

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£525,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£525,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
7 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NORTH TYNESIDE
Postcode
NE27 0BY
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC42 Northumberland
Delivery Location
TLC21 Northumberland, TLC22 Tyneside

Local Authority
Northumberland
Electoral Ward
Morpeth Kirkhill
Westminster Constituency
North Northumberland

Further Information

Notice Documents

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