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. This tender provides significant business growth opportunities, particularly for businesses specialising in healthcare and social support services. 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.