Planning

Rough Sleeper Services Contract

NORTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Planning

29 Sep 2025 at 14:09

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Rough Sleeper Services Contract" is initiated by North Tyneside Borough Council in collaboration with Northumberland County Council. This contract is part of a planned effort to continue vital services under the Homelessness Response Service and Somewhere Safe to Stay (SSTS) provision, focusing on rough sleeper pathways. With a gross budget allocation of £180,000, the procurement falls under the health and social work services category, including accommodation services. The contract is planned to commence on 1st April 2026 and conclude on 31st March 2028, with the possibility of renewal until 2030. Currently, in the planning stage, a market engagement event is scheduled for 7th October 2025, providing a forum for expressing interest and contributing to the final scope of this tender.

This tender presents a promising opportunity for businesses specialising in health, social work, and accommodation services to engage with local government contracts and contribute to social welfare initiatives. The contract's emphasis on homelessness services makes it particularly suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that are well-versed in delivering community-oriented services. Companies looking to expand their service portfolios in the UK regions of North Tyneside and Northumberland should consider participating, as it aligns with the strategic objectives of fostering community support and enhancing public service delivery. This engagement not only offers financial growth but also positions businesses as pivotal contributors to societal well-being.

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Notice Title

Rough Sleeper Services Contract

Notice Description

This is a combined contract for Rough Sleeping Services running across both North Tyneside and Northumberland. The contract is for the continuation of the Homelessness Response Service and Somewhere Safe to Stay (SSTS) provision, both of which play a vital role in our rough sleeper pathways. PS150K Approx.

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/060568-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

98341000 - Accommodation services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Sep 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
7 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
ccps@northumberland.gov.uk, strategic.procurement@northtyneside.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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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