Planning

Supported Accommodation for the Provision of Homeless Support

SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

28 May 2026 at 18:09

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Sunderland City Council is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process titled "Supported Accommodation for the Provision of Homeless Support." This initiative, under the social work and related services category, aims to establish a framework for supported and temporary accommodation services for homeless clients in the UKC region, United Kingdom. The process is classified as 'planned' with a procurement method of selective award under a framework, and the legal basis is governed by UKPGA 2023/54. The Council plans to publish a Preliminary Market Engagement notice to further detail the service scope. Key dates include the contract period starting on 1st February 2027 and ending on 31st January 2031. Interested parties can contact the Council via michelle.soppitt@sunderland.gov.uk for more information.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in social work and related services, especially those focused on supporting homelessness solutions. The framework is designed to be competitive, providing a pathway for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to secure a role in a vital public service domain. With a commitment to above-threshold procurement, this tender encourages diverse business participation, paving the way for both growth and impactful community support. Companies experienced in delivering large-scale social accommodation services would be well-suited to compete in this process, offering innovative solutions aligned with Sunderland City Council's strategic goals.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supported Accommodation for the Provision of Homeless Support

Notice Description

The Council is seeking to establish a framework solution for the provision of supported and temporary accommodation services for homeless clients. The scope of services are being established and will be available once the Council publish a UK2 Preliminary Market Engagement notice.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a83b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050550-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Award under framework
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2027 - 31 Jan 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR1 3AA
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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