Rough Sleepers Outreach Service

East Staffordshire Borough Council has completed the procurement process for its Rough Sleepers Outreach Service, which is part of the welfare services category. The procurement was conducted through an open competition method below the threshold. The contract has been awarded to BURTON UPON TRENT AND DISTRICT YMCA, a large VCSE organisation, and is now active from 21st November 2025 to 31st October 2028.

The buying organisation is located in Burton upon Trent, United Kingdom, with a focus on sub-central government responsibilities. Important stages of the procurement process included the tender phase which ended on 17th September 2025, with inquiries concluding on 10th September 2025. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in welfare services, particularly those adept at providing outreach services for rough sleepers.

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as well as VCSEs, are suitable candidates for similar opportunities, given the criteria in this tender. The emphasis on open competition below threshold allows a diverse range of businesses to bid, fostering growth and collaboration within the beneficiary community. The contract’s value highlights the importance placed on service quality and cost-effectiveness, with precise weightage on price and quality aspects during the selection process.