Tender

Workforce Development Programme for Rough Sleeping

SHEFFIELD CITY COUNCIL

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19 Feb 2026 at 11:48

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18 Feb 2026 at 12:17

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Summary of the contracting process

Sheffield City Council is actively seeking bids for its Workforce Development Programme aimed at addressing rough sleeping in Sheffield. This procurement process is categorised under social work and related services, with a focus on enhancing the skills of professionals who support individuals facing rough sleeping challenges. The tender is under the procurement stage, facilitated through an open competition below the threshold, allowing submission via electronic means. Interested parties should be aware that the enquiry period expires on 26th February 2026, with the submission deadline on 4th March 2026. The project location is in South Yorkshire, specifically the UKE32 region of the United Kingdom, and involves an anticipated contract period commencing on 1st April 2026 and concluding on 31st March 2027. The contract value is set at £80,000 net with a gross value of £96,000.

This tender provides a valuable opportunity for businesses in the social services industry, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs, to expand their operations and contribute to meaningful social initiatives. The programme is designed to foster professional growth by providing specialised training and development, thus enabling businesses that specialise in workforce training and development, social services, and related fields to leverage their expertise. Firms with a robust background in social work, workforce development, or community services are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract, given the emphasis on quality in the award criteria. Engaging in this tender can not only provide financial benefits but also enhance a company's reputation through active participation in addressing critical community needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Workforce Development Programme for Rough Sleeping

Notice Description

This service will design and provide a thorough training and workforce development programme for selected partners and professionals who directly support people facing rough sleeping in Sheffield, with the aim of recognising and enhancing high-quality professional practice.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0656f5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015169-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
4 Mar 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SHEFFIELD CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Richard Belk
Contact Email
procurement@sheffield.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1142734567

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 2HH
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE32 Sheffield
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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