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title: "715712484 - Op Fortitude MOD Veterans External Homeless Referral Pathway"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05dd4b"
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# 715712484 - Op Fortitude MOD Veterans External Homeless Referral Pathway

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05dd4b

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has concluded the procurement process for the "Op Fortitude MOD Veterans External Homeless Referral Pathway". This initiative addresses homelessness among single veterans across the United Kingdom, offering supported housing pathways and preventative advice. The procurement process utilised a selective approach via a competitive flexible procedure, reaching the awarding phase as of 16 March 2026. The awarded contract commenced on 1 April 2026 and is set to run until 31 March 2029, with possibilities for extensions until 2031. The service covers the welfare services industry and operates nationwide, with significant engagement and support provided by Riverside Group Limited. The procurement aimed at ensuring homes for veterans aligns with legislative frameworks and contributes to broader government commitments.

This tender opens avenues for businesses involved in services catering to veteran welfare and supported housing solutions. Opportunities abound for organisations equipped to deliver housing support and advisory services, particularly large-scale enterprises and VCSEs capable of managing flexible procurement requirements. Businesses that have strong networks within veteran support or social welfare and experience in handling government contracts could significantly grow their service offerings and market presence. Riverside Group Limited, as a supplier, exemplifies the type of organisation that could successfully engage with such government initiatives, benefiting from collaboration with central government agencies like the Ministry of Defence. As this tender is nationwide, the scope for impact and growth extends throughout the UK.

## Notice

Op FORTITUDE is a UK-wide referral service for single veterans at risk of or experiencing homelessness. This service provides a pathway into veteran single-occupancy supported housing for those veterans most in need, as well as a range of preventative advice and other housing support. Veterans themselves or anyone in contact with a veteran (including friends, families, statutory providers and charities) can make a referral to the service either via a phoneline or online form. The service contributes towards the Prime Minister's commitment to ensure homes will be there for heroes across the UK.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: 2 option years included, to be adopted subject to the Authority (MoD) wishes.

Renewal: Extension subject to adoption of option years by the Authority (MoD)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023392-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,528,800 |
| Lots value | £1,528,800 |
| Awards value | £1,514,541 |
| Contracts value | £1,514,541 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active, Pending |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 8JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RIVERSIDE GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 85312400 - Welfare services not delivered through residential institutions
- 98513310 - Home-help services

## Release History

- 16 Mar 2026 at 11:06 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023392-2026
- 9 Feb 2026 at 14:22 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011429-2026
- 10 Nov 2025 at 09:57 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072264-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023392-2026
  16th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011429-2026
  9th February 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072264-2025
  10th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=60481
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-defence
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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