P-0376 New Refugee Housing Integration Hub

Manchester City Council has initiated a procurement process to establish a New Refugee Housing Integration Hub in Manchester, aimed at supporting refugees currently sleeping rough. The contract, valued at £320,000, falls under the health and social work services category, using an open procedure procurement method. The award stage of the process is complete, with the contract being granted to 'The Mustard Tree' as the supplier, effective from 1st July 2025 to 30th June 2027.

This initiative forms part of Manchester City Council's commitment to addressing homelessness and supporting vulnerable community members, with the initial tender documents made available from 12th February 2025 and submissions closed by 14th March 2025. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses within the social care and housing sectors, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), to engage with the council in delivering essential services to the refugee community. Firms specialising in health, social work services, and community integration are ideally placed to compete for such contracts, offering innovative solutions to enhance service delivery and foster community engagement in Manchester.

Engaging in this procurement process allows businesses to expand their portfolios, increase their visibility in public sector contracts, and contribute positively to societal issues.