In-reach Housing First and outreach rough sleeping support

The procurement process carried out by Wokingham Borough Council, titled "In-reach Housing First and outreach rough sleeping support," focuses on providing health and social work services to individuals at risk of rough sleeping and rough sleepers across various locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement, valued at £272,272, was conducted through a direct award method and has reached the award stage as of 4th November 2025. The contract period spans from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026, following the tender period which ended on 19th March 2025.

This tender creates substantial opportunities for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs), especially those in the health and social work sector. Businesses equipped with expertise in outreach and housing support services, particularly those experienced in addressing homelessness, would be ideal competitors for similar future contracts. The awarded supplier, Two Saints, classified as an SME and VCSE, exemplifies the type of organisation well-suited for such projects, providing a model for other businesses seeking growth within this industry category.