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title: "NCC1495 Provision of Community Welfare Advice Services in Northumberland"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068b3b"
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buyer: "NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-27"
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# NCC1495 Provision of Community Welfare Advice Services in Northumberland

Buyer: NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068b3b

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## Summary

Northumberland County Council has initiated an open procurement process, titled "NCC1495 Provision of Community Welfare Advice Services in Northumberland", within the services category focusing on guidance offerings. The primary goal is to address social inequalities, helping residents lead healthier lives. This tender covers the UKC21 region in the United Kingdom, with critical deadlines set for the enquiry period ending on 22nd May 2026, tender submissions closing by 29th May 2026, and the award announcement expected by 19th June 2026. The contract is slated to commence on 1st October 2026 and potentially extend until March 2031, subject to renewal options.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses adept in community welfare and advice services. With an estimated contract value of £2,340,000, this project suits SMEs and VCSEs keen on delivering high-quality services with a focus on social guidance. The award criteria heavily weigh quality at 90%, making it ideal for businesses with robust experience in similar fields. The open procedure affords broad access, promoting diverse competitive ventures for qualifying entities. Interested parties can leverage their expertise in community services to enhance their visibility and operational reach in the public sector.

## Notice

The Contract will provide community welfare advice to support the Council's vision of closing the inequalities gap, so people are able to live a healthy and happy life for longer.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 2 x 12 month optional extension available

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037854-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 29 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | 2030-04-01 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,340,000 |
| Lots value | £2,340,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | MORPETH |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE61 2EF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC42 Northumberland |
| Local authority | Northumberland |
| Electoral ward | Morpeth Kirkhill |
| Westminster constituency | North Northumberland |
| Delivery location | TLC21 Northumberland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85312310 - Guidance services

## Release History

- 27 Apr 2026 at 08:59 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037854-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037854-2026
  27th April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.northumberland.gov.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.open-uk.org/

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