Housing Support Service for Vulnerable Adults

The London Borough of Sutton is in the planning stage of a procurement process for the "Housing Support Service for Vulnerable Adults", focusing on providing essential housing support to single adults with mental health needs, substance misuse issues, or a history of offending who are at risk of homelessness. This project falls under the "Social work and related services" industry category and will be located within the UKI63 region. The Council is currently conducting market engagement, with responses due by 2 January 2026, to shape the service specification for this initiative.

The procurement operates under a light-touch regime, suitable for services above the threshold, with future communications scheduled for 9 February 2026. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), that specialise in social work services or housing management. Providers will not only manage short-term supported accommodation but will also engage in housing management and service-level agreements with social landlords, making it ideal for organisations with expertise in these areas.

Businesses capable of meeting these requirements will benefit from a contract period starting on 1 April 2027 and running through to 31 March 2030, allowing for sustained involvement and growth in support service delivery.