Refugee Support Services

The procurement process executed by St Albans City & District focuses on providing "Refugee Support Services" in the South East region of the United Kingdom. This tender falls under the Health and Social Work services category and was conducted through a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The total value of the contract awarded is £541,120, with the contract period spanning from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2028.

The procurement stage is the Award stage, with a completion status, and involved key dates such as the award date on 21st March 2025. The council, represented by Nicholas Baxter, was seeking a partner to support Afghan families in the district. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in health and social work services, especially those classified as Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) or Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs).

The Refugee Council, an SME and VCSE, was awarded the contract, highlighting the potential for organisations with a focus on social services and community support to compete successfully. Businesses offering comprehensive support services tailored to refugee needs, with the capacity to operate across the United Kingdom, particularly in the South East, would be well-positioned to benefit from such procurement opportunities.