Tender for the Contract for the Provision of Supported Accommodation including Accommodation-Based and Dispersed for Individuals who are Homeless or at Risk of Becoming Homeless

HARTLEPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

08 Jul 2026 at 16:03

Summary of the contracting process

Hartlepool Borough Council is overseeing the tender process for the "Contract for the Provision of Supported Accommodation for Individuals who are Homeless or at Risk of Becoming Homeless." Focused on the health and social work services industry, this procurement aims to offer a coordinated supported housing service within the Hartlepool area. The tender is in the active stage, with important deadlines: the enquiry period closes on 7th August 2026, and submission of tenders by 10th August 2026. The procurement is being conducted through an open procedure, inviting potential suppliers to compete for a contract estimated at £1.75 million, extendable by two additional 12-month periods, contingent upon successful performance and budget considerations, beginning on 18th January 2027.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in social services or housing solutions. Organisations experienced in delivering outcome-focused, flexible support systems for vulnerable populations would be well-suited to bid. The service will require the appointed provider to manage both the accommodation and integrated support pathways, working collaboratively with statutory and voluntary partners. Companies adept at trauma-informed care and prevention-focused strategies could leverage this contract to expand their portfolio and contribute to improving community health and wellbeing outcomes in Hartlepool.

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Notice Title

Tender for the Contract for the Provision of Supported Accommodation including Accommodation-Based and Dispersed for Individuals who are Homeless or at Risk of Becoming Homeless

Notice Description

Hartlepool Borough Council is seeking to commission a single, integrated supported housing service for individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness with medium to high level needs. The service will combine accommodation-based provision and dispersed supported housing to deliver a coordinated pathway of support across the Borough. The service aims to provide access to safe, suitable accommodation, alongside person-centred, trauma-informed support to help individuals stabilise their circumstances, develop independent living skills, and progress into and sustain long-term housing. Delivery will include a strong focus on prevention, early intervention, partnership working, and positive move-on outcomes. The appointed provider will be responsible for sourcing and managing all accommodation, delivering a flexible, outcome-focused model, and working collaboratively with statutory and voluntary partners to improve health, wellbeing, and independence for service users. The service will contribute directly to the Council's strategic priorities of reducing homelessness, improving access to housing, and enabling residents to live healthier, safer, and more independent lives in Hartlepool.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions could be utilised depending upon budget, satisfactory performance and service delivery.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c6ce
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064404-2026
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
Not specified
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
£1,750,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,750,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Jan 2027 - 17 Jan 2030 3-4 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
HARTLEPOOL BOROUGH 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
HARTLEPOOL
Postcode
TS24 8AY
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC31 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees
Delivery Location
TLC11 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees

Local Authority
Hartlepool
Electoral Ward
Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Hartlepool

Further Information

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