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NCC1495 Provision of Community Welfare Advice Services in Northumberland

NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL

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27 Apr 2026 at 08:59

Summary of the contracting process

Northumberland County Council has initiated an open procurement process, titled "NCC1495 Provision of Community Welfare Advice Services in Northumberland", within the services category focusing on guidance offerings. The primary goal is to address social inequalities, helping residents lead healthier lives. This tender covers the UKC21 region in the United Kingdom, with critical deadlines set for the enquiry period ending on 22nd May 2026, tender submissions closing by 29th May 2026, and the award announcement expected by 19th June 2026. The contract is slated to commence on 1st October 2026 and potentially extend until March 2031, subject to renewal options.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses adept in community welfare and advice services. With an estimated contract value of £2,340,000, this project suits SMEs and VCSEs keen on delivering high-quality services with a focus on social guidance. The award criteria heavily weigh quality at 90%, making it ideal for businesses with robust experience in similar fields. The open procedure affords broad access, promoting diverse competitive ventures for qualifying entities. Interested parties can leverage their expertise in community services to enhance their visibility and operational reach in the public sector.

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Notice Title

NCC1495 Provision of Community Welfare Advice Services in Northumberland

Notice Description

The Contract will provide community welfare advice to support the Council's vision of closing the inequalities gap, so people are able to live a healthy and happy life for longer.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 2 x 12 month optional extension available

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068b3b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037854-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85312310 - Guidance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,340,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,340,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
29 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
2030-04-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MORPETH
Postcode
NE61 2EF
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

Local Authority
Northumberland
Electoral Ward
Morpeth Kirkhill
Westminster Constituency
North Northumberland

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