Refugee Resettlement Support Contract - VEAT

Halton Borough Council has awarded a contract for Refugee Resettlement Support Services to Plus Dane Group. This contract, classified under the Health and Social Work Services industry category, will be effective from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2027, with an option to extend for an additional 12 months. The procurement process, carried out under a limited award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, observed a 10-day standstill period from 15th January 2025 to 24th January 2025 in compliance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.

The contract is valued at £593,880 and will support refugee resettlement services in Halton, located in the UKD71 region. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the health and social services sector, especially those with expertise in refugee support and community integration services. Companies that can provide consistent, high-quality support to refugee populations, with the capability to promote social integration and alleviate pressure on existing frontline services, will find this contract particularly beneficial.

The engagement of Plus Dane Group, a large-scale provider, reflects the importance of experience and capability in successfully delivering such essential services. This contract not only secures business continuity for the incumbent provider but also demonstrates the potential for additional growth through possible extensions and associated services.