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title: "Coordination of Rough Sleeping Initiative and Rapid Rehousing Pathway Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069873"
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buyer: "DOVER DISTRICT COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-14"
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# Coordination of Rough Sleeping Initiative and Rapid Rehousing Pathway Services

Buyer: DOVER DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069873

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## Summary

Dover District Council is inviting tenders for the Coordination of the Rough Sleeping Initiative and Rapid Rehousing Pathway Services, with the procurement targeting both Dover and Folkestone and Hythe District Councils. The tender falls under the health and social work services industry category, located in the UKJ44 region. This procurement process is currently in the Tender stage with an open competition method. Key dates to note include the submission deadline for tenders, which is set for 10th June 2026, and the commencement of the contract on 3rd July 2026, lasting for a period of 2 years and 9 months. Businesses interested in this opportunity should submit their tenders via the Kent Business Portal before the specified deadline.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in providing health and social work services, with a contract value of up to £165,000. The procurement process, leveraging an open competition below threshold methodology, is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of delivering high-quality services in community welfare initiatives. The focus on rough sleeping and rapid rehousing presents a niche yet critical market segment, ideal for businesses looking to expand their portfolio in social services while making a tangible impact in local communities. Interested parties should ensure readiness to meet Dover District Council's criteria to maximise their competitive advantage.

## Notice

Dover District Council wishes to select and appoint a suitable Provider for the Coordination of the Rough Sleeping Initiative and Rapid Rehousing Pathway Services on behalf of Dover District Council and Folkestone and Hythe District Council and invites tenderers to submit a tender to meet the Council's requirements. The Contract is anticipated to commence 3rd July 2026 and will continue for a period of 2 years and 9 months. Expressions of interest will only be accepted via the Kent Business Portal. The completed ITT response is to be submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 12:00 hours on 10th June 2026. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Dover:-Health-and-social-work-services./J9J3G6TGEB To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/J9J3G6TGEB

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044245-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Jul 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £137,500 |
| Lots value | £137,500 |
| 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 | DOVER DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | DOVER |
| Post town | Canterbury |
| Postcode | CT16 3PJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent |
| Local authority | Dover |
| Electoral ward | Whitfield |
| Westminster constituency | Dover and Deal |
| Delivery location | TLJ44 East Kent |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

## Release History

- 14 May 2026 at 09:13 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044245-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044245-2026
  14th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/J9J3G6TGEB
- https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Dover:-Health-and-social-work-services./J9J3G6TGEB
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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