Care and Support Within Supported Accommodation at Vailant Close, Cork Street, Sunderland

Sunderland City Council has completed the procurement process for a contract titled "Care and Support within Supported Accommodation at Vailant Close, Cork Street, Sunderland" under the industry category of Health and social work services (CPV: 85000000). The procurement, classified under services, aimed at providing 24-hour personal care and support to adults aged 18 and over in supported living accommodation.

The contract, worth £2,500,000, was awarded on 27th February 2025 to North East Disability Resource Centre. The procurement method employed was a limited award procedure without prior publication due to the absence of competition for technical reasons as stated under Regulation 32b. It is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with experience in providing high-quality, personalised care and support services.

Companies capable of delivering 24-hour care and maintaining an on-site presence would benefit most from similar future tenders. Such contracts not only offer substantial revenue but also contribute to the well-being of vulnerable adult populations by enabling them to live independently in supported accommodations.