Outreach and prevention service

Leeds City Council is overseeing the procurement of an Outreach and Prevention Service aimed at engaging with street drinkers in the Harehills area of Leeds, United Kingdom. The contract, valued at £55,270, was awarded to Touchstone-Leeds on 4th August 2025, following a direct award process under the Health Care Services Provider Selection Regime. The contract period begins on 1st April 2025 and ends on 31st March 2026, focusing on community health services to reduce street drinking and associated anti-social behaviour.

This tender falls within the services category and has reached the Award stage, with details clarified under the Health Care Services regulations rather than the standard Public Contracts Regulations 2015. This contract presents an opportunity for businesses in the community health services sector, particularly those with experience in implementing local outreach programmes. The initiative aligns with Leeds City Council's priority to improve accessibility to support services and reduce health inequalities, thus fostering potential growth for businesses capable of delivering quality, value-driven interventions.

Organisations similar to Touchstone-Leeds, which have a strong local presence and infrastructure, would be well-placed to compete for similar tenders, providing innovative approaches to health improvement and community safety initiatives.