Rough Sleepers Substance Misuse Community Outreach Service

Slough Borough Council, located at Observatory House, 25 Windsor Road, Slough, is in the Award stage of a procurement process for a "Rough Sleepers Substance Misuse Community Outreach Service". This contract, valued at £712,810, involves providing drug and alcohol outreach services for individuals who are rough sleeping or at risk of doing so. The procurement method used is a direct award under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) rather than the Procurement Act 2023.

The process includes key dates, such as the standstill period ending on 11th March 2025, a future signature date by 14th March 2025, and the contract period lasting from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026, with the possibility of a 12-month extension. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in health and social work services, particularly those with experience in community outreach and substance misuse support. Firms such as TURNING POINT, located in London, which are adept at handling sensitive social initiatives, are well-suited for this procurement.

By securing such contracts, businesses can expand their portfolio, enhance community impact, and solidify their presence within the public health sector. Given the nature of the services required, companies with robust frameworks for delivering health-related support in challenging environments will find this tender particularly beneficial for growth.