WP4179 Walsall Resettlement Support Service - Afghan Resettlement Scheme
Description: The Council is seeking to commission a service provider to deliver a Resettlement Support Service for eligible Afghan refugees who are supported under the legacy Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy (ARAP), the Afghan Citizen Resettlement Scheme (ACRS), and the current Afghan Resettlement Programme. The commissioned provider will be expected to deliver a comprehensive programme of support to enable individuals and families to settle successfully within the borough and begin to integrate into their local communities. This support is likely to include, but is not limited to: * Making initial reception and orientation arrangements for new arrivals. * Providing ongoing casework and practical support to individuals and families. * Assisting families with registration to key local services, such as healthcare, education, and welfare benefits. * Developing and delivering a (read more...)
Summary: Walsall Council is currently in the planning stage of its procurement process for the Resettlement Support Service under the Afghan Resettlement Scheme, focusing on providing support services for Afghan refugees. The procurement is aimed at the provision of services to the community and falls within the services category under the "light touch" regime. The planning phase includes a Preliminary Market Engagement (PME), scheduled to conclude on 7th April 2026, to gather market intelligence and understand potential suppliers' capacity. The contract, valued at £1,200,000, is set to commence on 1st December 2026 and conclude on 30th November 2028, with the possibility of renewal extending until 2030.