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06 Jul 2026 at 10:40

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "YOU ONLY LIVE ONCE (YOLO) PROJECT" initiated by The Police and Crime Commissioner for Northumbria has reached the contract award stage. This project, situated in Newcastle, UK, falls under the services industry category, with a specific focus on education, training, and community services. The contract has been directly awarded to the Foundation of Light, a supplier located in Sunderland. The contract commenced on 6th July 2026 and is set to conclude by 31st January 2027, with a total contract value of £120,000. The tender process was below the standard threshold, allowing a specialised, community-focused procurement method. This initiative aims to engage vulnerable young people aged 10-16 across the Northumbria Police Force Area.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for organisations involved in educational and community services, particularly those capable of delivering tailored social initiatives. Businesses and social enterprises with expertise in youth engagement and community outreach will find this project aligns with their strengths. The focus on a niche demographic within the Northumbria Police Force Area enables businesses to enhance their community impact, supporting business growth in the public service sector through meaningful contributions to local initiatives.

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Notice Title

YOU ONLY LIVE ONCE (YOLO) PROJECT

Notice Description

The requirement is for the YOLO (You Only Live Once) project to be direct awarded to Foundation of Light club in the region and work with vulnerable young people aged 10 - 16 across the Northumbria Police Force Area.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c42e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063147-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
5 Jul 2026 - 31 Jan 2027 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
THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHUMBRIA
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE
Postcode
NE12 8EW
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)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
North Tyneside
Electoral Ward
Longbenton & Benton
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FOUNDATION OF LIGHT

Further Information

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