--- title: "Refugee Resettlement Scheme" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-42206314-481c-4ba2-af35-fb388dcc07b9" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-42206314-481c-4ba2-af35-fb388dcc07b9" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-42206314-481c-4ba2-af35-fb388dcc07b9.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-42206314-481c-4ba2-af35-fb388dcc07b9.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "KENT COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2024-10-21" --- # Refugee Resettlement Scheme Buyer: KENT COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-42206314-481c-4ba2-af35-fb388dcc07b9 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-42206314-481c-4ba2-af35-fb388dcc07b9) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-42206314-481c-4ba2-af35-fb388dcc07b9.json) ## Summary Kent County Council is initiating a public procurement process for its "Refugee Resettlement Scheme," aimed at providing resettlement and integration support for refugees in Kent, under UK government resettlement programmes such as the United Kingdom Resettlement Scheme (UKRS), Afghan Relocation and Assistance Programme (ARAP), and Afghan Citizen Resettlement Scheme (ACRS). This tender, categorised under Health and Social Work Services with additional classification in Furniture and related products, utilises a selective procurement method via restricted procedure. The tender was published on 21 October 2024, with the submission deadline set for 11 November 2024, and the contract period beginning on 1 May 2025, and ending on 30 April 2028. This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) with expertise in resettlement services, casework support, or provision of related furniture and supplies. Organisations that can offer comprehensive support packages, including initial reception, ongoing casework, and translation services, will find this opportunity particularly suited to their capabilities. Adaptability to the diverse needs of refugee families and a commitment to fostering community integration are essential to successfully competing for this contract. ## Notice To provide resettlement and integration support for refugees relocating to Kent under the official government resettlement schemes: - UKRS: United Kingdom Resettlement Scheme - ARAP: Afghan Relocation and Assistance Programme - ACRS: Afghan Citizen Resettlement Scheme. - Any other eligible UK government resettlement programme as appropriate, as a consequence of global events and humanitarian crises. This support is likely to include but is not limited to: - Making initial reception arrangements for new arrivals - Providing ongoing casework support for new arrivals. - Registering families with local services, such as health, education and benefits. - Developing and delivering a support programme based on each individual's needs for the first 12 months after their arrival. - Ensuring translation services are available where required. - Ongoing support for families after their first 12 months, so that they are able to integrate fully into their local community. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/316e814e-b4c6-47cd-978d-91b3bb9d148d | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Oct 2024 | | Submission deadline | 11 Nov 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | KENT COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | MAIDSTONE | | Post town | Rochester | | Postcode | ME14 1XQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent | | Local authority | Maidstone | | Electoral ward | Penenden Heath | | Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 39000000 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products - 85000000 - Health and social work services ## Release History - 21 Oct 2024 at 15:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/316e814e-b4c6-47cd-978d-91b3bb9d148d ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/316e814e-b4c6-47cd-978d-91b3bb9d148d 21st October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=87145c1f-db11-ef11-812b-005056b64545 Advert ## Notice URLs - http://www.kent.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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