Rough Sleeper Outreach Support Workers

Durham County Council has concluded the procurement process for "Rough Sleeper Outreach Support Workers" under the services category. This initiative, based in Durham in the UK, falls within the health and social work services sector and aims to provide two outreach workers focused on supporting rough sleepers. Key responsibilities include conducting outreach in early mornings or late nights and collaborating with the rough sleeping team for holistic support.

The contract, signed on 28th July 2025, is valued at £35,000 and spans from July 2025 to June 2026, with a possibility for renewal based on performance and funding. This was a direct procurement method conducted below the threshold without competition, within a light touch regime. This tender provides significant opportunities for growth, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs operating within the health and social care sector.

Businesses adept at providing outreach services and capable of collaborating with government bodies to address homelessness will find this contract beneficial. It offers a stable contract duration, with potential for an extension, appealing to organisations seeking to expand their footprint in public health services while contributing to community welfare objectives.