Statutory Homeless Services - Negotiated Procedure

The public procurement process, initiated by the City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council, involves a contract award for Statutory Homeless Services under a Negotiated Procedure. The procurement falls within the health and social work services industry category, specifically targeting homeless services for women, families, and individuals with a history of serious offending. The contracts were signed on 31 March 2025, with potential extensions bringing the end date to 31 March 2031.

This procurement process reached the award stage using a limited procurement method without prior publication of a call for competition, due to no suitable tenders received in response to the original open procedure. The services are to be delivered within the UKE41 region. This tender offers significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for providers specialising in social services and community care.

Firms like Waythrough, Horton Housing Support Limited, and Bradford Cyrenians Limited have been successful in securing contracts, illustrating opportunities for both large-scale companies and SMEs in this sector. Businesses that focus on delivering social work services, housing assistance, and supporting vulnerable populations are well-suited to compete in tenders of this nature, as they align with the overarching goals of the procurement process. The ability to extend contracts for up to 36 months further incentivises participation by offering opportunities for long-term engagements.