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Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) provision for rough sleepers

BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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20 Oct 2025 at 14:11

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) provision for rough sleepers" was conducted by Bedford Borough Council, a public authority in the United Kingdom. The contract, under the service industry category specifically focused on housing services, was awarded on 20th October 2025. The provision involves the availability of 20 bed spaces for rough sleepers, offering essential support during the winter months, from 1st December 2025 to 31st March 2026. The procurement method used was a direct, below-threshold procedure without competition, and the award was made to the Kings Arms Project (Bedford), indicating the procurement stage is complete.

This tender represents significant opportunities for organisations proficient in providing emergency housing, shelter services, and social care, particularly those capable of operating under severe weather conditions. Businesses in the service sector with experience in emergency support and logistics can explore partnerships or alliances for future similar projects. Firms with large operational capacities and the ability to provide 24/7 support services are well-suited to compete in such tenders, potentially expanding their portfolio by aligning themselves with public welfare initiatives.

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Notice Title

Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) provision for rough sleepers

Notice Description

Waiver - Sole Trader Reasons - Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) provision for rough sleepers, to reduce associated risks of increased harm during winter months due to weather. Provision of 20 bed spaces 7 days per week, during the active months to provide emergency shelter, support and assistance to individuals rough sleeping. Provision includes essential items to preserve life (food, clothing etc), trained support staff on site and concierge presence to maintain safety.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05cff4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066783-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

70 - Real estate services


CPV Codes

70333000 - Housing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£77,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial.hub@bedford.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BEDFORD
Postcode
MK42 9AP
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH24 Bedford
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bedford
Electoral Ward
Cauldwell
Westminster Constituency
Bedford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KINGS ARMS PROJECT (BEDFORD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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