This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

15 Jul 2026 at 14:37

Planning

28 May 2026 at 13:31

Summary of the contracting process

Cambridgeshire County Council is currently in the tender phase of procuring a "26043 Warm Homes Single Point of Contact" service, with an aim to support vulnerable individuals living in cold and fuel-poor conditions. This service will provide a central referral point to offer integrated assessments and interventions to mitigate the risks of cold weather on health and wellbeing. Located in the UKH12 region, this open procedure tender has a submission deadline of 14th August 2026, with an enquiry period concluding on 1st August 2026. The award is anticipated by 28th August 2026, with the contract set to commence on 1st October 2026 through to 30th March 2029. The estimated value of the contract is £360,000, categorised under Health and social work services.

This tender presents a growth opportunity for businesses specialising in health, social work, or community service sectors, particularly those capable of delivering integrated support services. The procurement method encourages participation through an open procedure, making it suitable for a range of businesses, including small and medium enterprises. Companies with expertise in providing comprehensive assessment and referral services aimed at vulnerable populations, are well-positioned to benefit from this tender, contributing both to business growth and community welfare. Companies interested in pursuing this opportunity are encouraged to register and complete the submission process as outlined in the tender documents.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

26043 Warm Homes Single Point of Contact

Notice Description

To commission a Warm Homes single point of contact (SPoC) health and housing referral service which vulnerable people living cold and fuel poor households can be referred by themselves or professionals for an integrated assessment and tailored onward interventions. The aim is to provide a single access point to timely, effective, and appropriate support that mitigates and minimises the risks associated with cold conditions and winter weather on the health and wellbeing of our most vulnerable groups.

Planning Information

Please follow this link to view the market engagement documentation. https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=7a35c065-975a-f111-813c-005056b64545

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a7c9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066888-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, 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

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£99,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£360,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
14 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
8 Jul 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Mar 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
ALCONBURY WEALD, HUNTINGDON
Postcode
PE28 4YE
Post Town
Peterborough
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
TLH12 Cambridgeshire CC

Local Authority
Huntingdonshire
Electoral Ward
The Stukeleys
Westminster Constituency
Huntingdon

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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