VEAT Notice for the Rough Sleeping Outreach Service

The procurement process, commissioned by The Mayor and Commonalty and Citizens of the City of London, revolves around the Rough Sleeping Outreach Service, classified under the Health and social work services (CPV Code 85000000). This tender, currently at the Award stage, involves a modification to extend the Street Outreach Service contract originally awarded on 1st November 2020, now set to expire on 31st October 2026. The extension is crucial in ensuring the continuity of support for rough sleepers within the City of London.

This limited contract expansion provides a safety net for vulnerable individuals while the service undergoes a redesign to align with new challenges and innovation in the sector. The procurement method followed is a limited award procedure, executed without prior publication of a call for competition, justified under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, Regulation 72(1)(b). This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for entities specialising in health and social work services aimed at homelessness solutions.

The existing contract holder, Thames Reach Charity, exemplifies the type of organisation adept at fulfilling contract requirements. Businesses equipped with expertise in outreach services, resettlement solutions, and support programs for the homeless will find this procurement especially relevant. As the service redesign unfolds, there will likely be significant opportunities for innovative solutions enhancing the overall aim of reducing rough sleeping in the City.

This service contract offers not just continuity but also a potential competitive edge for businesses poised to deliver compassionate and effective outreach services in the urban environment of London.