Direct Award of Contract for Homes for Ukraine (HFU) Move on Support Programme

East Sussex County Council has concluded a public procurement process through a direct award for the "Homes for Ukraine (HFU) Move-On Support Programme," classified under health and social work services (CPV code: 85000000). The contract, valued at £161,564, will manage the grant funding programme for HFU, with the awarded firm being Sussex Community Development Association Ltd, a local SME and VCSE. Located in Lewes, England, the procurement was updated on 12th January 2026, marking the completion of the tender now extended to end on 31st March 2026.

This process follows the direct award method, concluding the tender stage in October 2024, with the contract period initiated from 1st November 2024. The direct award approach provides opportunities, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs, due to its simplified process, lowering the threshold for potential bidders who provide health and social services within the UK, especially near Lewes. Businesses that specialise in community support and have existing frameworks for grant management are particularly well-positioned to benefit from such contracts.

By engaging in such programmes, businesses not only expand their portfolio but also enhance their presence and reputation within the community service sector. This contract exemplifies the focus on locally-embedded companies that contribute to social initiatives, offering avenues for sustainable business growth and community impact.