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title: "Refugee Resettlement Programme - Framework Agreement"
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# Refugee Resettlement Programme - Framework Agreement

Buyer: WATFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dc95283d-c57d-4554-a8de-d889a94d8304

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Refugee Resettlement Programme - Framework Agreement" was organised by Watford Borough Council, encompassing the ten district and borough councils in Hertfordshire. This procurement, falling under the social services industry category (CPV: 85320000), is located in the East of England, United Kingdom. It has reached the award stage, following an open procedure. The total value of the contract is £2,500,000 and the contract period runs from 1 October 2024 to 1 October 2032. Significant dates include the award date on 1 September 2024 and the award notice publication date on 24 September 2024. The successful suppliers are Migrant Help and British Refugee, both large-scale organisations.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses within the social services sector, specifically those experienced in refugee resettlement programmes. It is particularly suited for SMEs and VCSEs, as this procurement method favours diverse and inclusive participation. The framework agreement allows approved suppliers to collaborate within a regional scope, providing a sustained source of work over an eight-year period. This can facilitate business growth through consistent service engagement and potential for future tenders within the public sector circle in Hertfordshire and beyond.

## Notice

A Framework Agreement to provide services for the ten district and borough councils in Hertfordshire when taking part in any Refugee Resettlement Scheme. Watford BC wishes to establish a Framework Agreement for use by the following UK public sector bodies (and any future successors to these organisations) being the ten District and Borough Councils in Hertfordshire: Broxbourne Borough Council Dacorum Borough Council East Herts District Council Hertsmere Borough Council North Hertfordshire District Council St Albans City and District Council Stevenage Borough Council Three Rivers District Council Watford Borough Council Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b8d243d-bc2f-42b0-a22b-ac3019b7e5eb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2024 - 1 Oct 2032 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,500,000 |
| 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 | WATFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | WATFORD |
| Post town | Watford |
| Postcode | WD17 3EX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH27 South West Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | Watford |
| Electoral ward | Park |
| Westminster constituency | Watford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | BRITISH REFUGEE; MIGRANT HELP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85320000 - Social services

## Release History

- 24 Sep 2024 at 12:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b8d243d-bc2f-42b0-a22b-ac3019b7e5eb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b8d243d-bc2f-42b0-a22b-ac3019b7e5eb
  24th September 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=891242783
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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