Award

The Provision of a Private Rented Sector Support Service for the Vale of Glamorgan Council

VALE OF GLAMORGAN COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

12 Jan 2026 at 09:10

TenderUpdate

28 Nov 2025 at 14:20

TenderUpdate

25 Nov 2025 at 16:03

Tender

05 Nov 2025 at 16:27

Summary of the contracting process

The Vale of Glamorgan Council has awarded a contract for the provision of a Private Rented Sector Support Service to Pobl Care and Support. This procurement process, initiated by the Council, aims to support tenants under the Vale Assisted Tenancy Scheme, helping them to sustain their tenancies, integrate into the community, and maximise independence. Situated in Barry, the procurement falls under the 'Social work services' category and took place under Welsh devolved regulations. The process was conducted as an open competition below the threshold, classified as a 'light touch' regime. Key milestones include the award notice published on 12 January 2026, with the contract starting on 4 February 2026 and potentially extending up to 3 February 2031.

This contract offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in social work services, particularly those focusing on tenancy support and community integration initiatives. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as well as Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs), are well-positioned to benefit due to their suitability criteria. With a total value of £652,500, the opportunity allows businesses to build valuable partnerships with local government and expand their service offerings in the public sector. Engaging with such frameworks not only diversifies business operations but also enhances reputation and credibility within the industry.

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Notice Title

The Provision of a Private Rented Sector Support Service for the Vale of Glamorgan Council

Notice Description

The aim of this project is to reduce tenancy breakdowns by working directly with Service Users who are utilising the Vale Assisted Tenancy Scheme. (VATS) which is run by the Vale of Glamorgan Council Housing Solutions Team in partnership with designated Private Rented Sector landlords. The service will provide support to ensure that the service users are given the best chance of being able to sustain their Vale Assisted Tenancy, to integrate into the community and maximise their independence. The successful provider will be expected to provide Three FTE Housing Link Worker for the duration of this service.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05db4d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002104-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85300000 - Social work and related services

85310000 - Social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£652,500 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£652,500 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
£652,500 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
4 Feb 2026 - 2 Feb 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
VALE OF GLAMORGAN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Jessica Symons
Contact Email
jesymons@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BARRY
Postcode
CF63 4RU
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
TLL22 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan

Local Authority
Vale of Glamorgan
Electoral Ward
Castleland
Westminster Constituency
Vale of Glamorgan

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

POBL CARE AND SUPPORT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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