--- title: "Somerset Housing First - Complex Needs Housing Pathway (East Area)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2b402536-3693-4b31-aebb-11291e3b694e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2b402536-3693-4b31-aebb-11291e3b694e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2b402536-3693-4b31-aebb-11291e3b694e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2b402536-3693-4b31-aebb-11291e3b694e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "SOMERSET COUNCIL" published: "2026-01-23" --- # Somerset Housing First - Complex Needs Housing Pathway (East Area) Buyer: SOMERSET COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2b402536-3693-4b31-aebb-11291e3b694e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2b402536-3693-4b31-aebb-11291e3b694e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2b402536-3693-4b31-aebb-11291e3b694e.json) ## Summary Somerset Council has completed the procurement process for the "Somerset Housing First - Complex Needs Housing Pathway (East Area)" project, focusing on providing housing services to individuals with complex needs in Somerset. This initiative, designed under the Housing First model, aims to offer secure, long-term housing solutions to support vulnerable individuals who have faced long-term or repeat homelessness. The procurement process was conducted through an open procedure below threshold and is now in the award stage, with the contract awarded on 22nd January 2026. The service is set to commence on 1st April 2026 and will continue until 31st March 2027. The primary service location is in Somerset, United Kingdom, although the service is projected to have far-reaching impacts. The industry classification for this tender is housing services under the CPV code 70333000. This tender presents significant opportunities for organisations specialising in housing services, particularly those experienced in delivering tailored support to individuals with complex needs. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially well-suited to participate, given the procurement's openness to these sectors. By winning contracts such as this, businesses can expand their portfolios and contribute to meaningful social impact in the Somerset region. The awarded contract to the Connect Community Trust highlights potential partnership or subcontracting opportunities for companies looking to enhance their service offerings in aligning with the Housing First model. Businesses equipped to provide administrative housing services can also benefit from potential collaborations. ## Notice The Housing First model is designed to support the most vulnerable individuals within this cohort. It offers a person-centred, holistic approach that prioritises immediate access to secure, long-term housing without preconditions. Through intensive, tailored support, Housing First aims to improve engagement, promote stability, and enable individuals to sustain their tenancies and rebuild their lives. This commissioning initiative seeks to deliver a high-impact Somerset Housing First service in Somerset for individuals with complex needs who have experienced long-term or repeat homelessness. By sourcing and providing stable housing as the foundation for recovery and inclusion, the scheme aims to reduce reliance on crisis services, improve health and wellbeing outcomes, and promote long-term tenancy sustainment. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0aed527-5d07-46b8-8140-883f7b3f544f | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | 12 Dec 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 22 Jan 2026 | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £240,618 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SOMERSET COUNCIL | | Locality | TAUNTON | | Post town | Taunton | | Postcode | TA1 4DY | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset | | ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset | | Local authority | Somerset | | Electoral ward | Bishop's Hull & Taunton West | | Westminster constituency | Taunton and Wellington | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | CONNECT COMMUNITY TRUST | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 70 - Real estate services - 75 - Administration, defence and social security services ### Codes - 70333000 - Housing services - 75123000 - Administrative housing services ## Release History - 23 Jan 2026 at 09:18 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0aed527-5d07-46b8-8140-883f7b3f544f - 22 Jan 2026 at 16:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0aed527-5d07-46b8-8140-883f7b3f544f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0aed527-5d07-46b8-8140-883f7b3f544f 23rd January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - http://ContractFinder Contract Finder ## Notice URLs - http://Contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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