Short Term, Temporary Supported Housing for Single Homeless Clients in Sunderland Aged 18-25 Years (Washington)

Sunderland City Council has completed the procurement process for a contract titled "Short Term, Temporary Supported Housing for Single Homeless Clients in Sunderland Aged 18-25 Years (Washington)." Categorised under health and social work services, this contract involves the provision of intensive temporary homeless supported accommodation. The tender was conducted using an open procedure, with services having commenced on 6th October 2025 and expected to conclude on 5th October 2028.

The successful supplier for this contract, valued at £744,668, is The Cyrenians (Changing Lives), a large-scale organisation. The primary location for this contract is in the North East region of the United Kingdom. This procurement offers significant business growth opportunities for companies involved in health and social work services.

Businesses that specialise in providing temporary and supported housing, particularly those comfortable with public sector contracts, would be well-suited to similar future opportunities. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could also find this sector promising due to the suitability parameters favouring SMEs showcased in this award. This contract underlines the potential for firms to engage with public sector buyers like Sunderland City Council and establish a foothold in the supported housing sector.