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Award

03 Jul 2026 at 13:56

Tender

13 Mar 2026 at 12:07

Summary of the contracting process

The York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority has conducted an open procurement process titled "Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Prevention Research" aimed at developing their evidence base and strategic plan in this area. This tender, which falls under the services category, was part of a below-threshold open competition and involved research consultancy services. The geographical focus for this initiative is the United Kingdom, specifically the York and North Yorkshire region (UKE). Initially tendered in March 2026, the process has now reached the award stage, with the contract running from 18 May 2026 to 18 November 2026, and an option to extend until February 2027. The supplier awarded the contract is Economic Research Services Limited.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in research consultancy, particularly those specialising in public sector services and social research. Companies with expertise in data analysis, policy research, and developing strategic plans for governmental bodies would find themselves well-suited to such contracts. The open procurement method and emphasis on a quality-based selection criterion, with a significant weight on the quality of service provision (80% of the evaluation), make this an attractive proposition for medium to large-sized enterprises, especially those able to demonstrate innovation and experience in tackling homelessness and related social issues. Moreover, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE) are encouraged to participate, expanding chances for diverse business growth.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Prevention Research

Notice Description

Research to develop the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority's Homelessness and Rough Sleeping evidence base & strategic action plan.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Contract will be for a period of 6 months with an option to extend for a further period of 3 months. Therefore the total possible Contract duration is 9 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0669b1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062875-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£40,785 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
3 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
17 May 2026 - 18 Nov 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
YORK AND NORTH YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
YORK
Postcode
YO1 6GA
Post Town
York
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE21 York
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Micklegate
Westminster Constituency
York Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ECONOMIC RESEARCH SERVICES

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