Community Guardianship scheme

" This procurement process focuses on the management of funds directed towards Town Pastors, aimed at enhancing safety measures in Bournemouth. The industry category includes services, specifically health and social work services, as well as other community, social, and personal services. The location for the delivery of these services is Bournemouth, UK, under region code UKK24.

The procurement method used was direct, below threshold without competition, and is classified under a light touch regime. The tender process has been completed, and the contract commenced on 22 March 2025, ending on 31 March 2025, with a total contract value of £9,000. This procurement presents a significant business opportunity, particularly for organisations experienced in social services and community safety initiatives.

Large-scale VCSEs (Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises) like Faithworks, who were awarded the contract, demonstrate the suitability for organisations within this sector. The project’s funding aimed at enhancing public safety provides a stable source of income and impactful work for businesses committed to community development. The concise and direct procurement process emphasises potential growth in services provided under government funding, encouraging similar entities to explore and bid for future opportunities.