Scope
Description
This is a directly awarded short term block contract awarded to the incumbent supplier to ensure continuity of service provision while the Council carry out a re-procurement exercise commencing early 2026 for a new longer term contract commencing 1 September 2026.
The Service Provider will take the lead for the local third sector by:
• Supporting local voluntary organisations to access external funding.
• Having oversight and responsibility for volunteer recruitment and support.
• Leading the development of the local third sector, via partnerships, collaboration and consortia.
• Being 'the voice' of the local third sector and contributing to the strategic priorities of the South Tyneside Alliance and Health and Wellbeing Board.
• Providing support for key strategic developments in relation to Health and Social Care Integration and A Better U etc.
Contract 1. Local Voluntary Community Sector Infrastructure Support Service
Supplier
Contract value
- £57,068.50 excluding VAT
- £68,482.20 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Date signed
30 September 2025
Contract dates
- 1 October 2025 to 31 March 2026
- 6 months
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services
Contract locations
- UKC22 - Tyneside
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - without competition
Special regime
Light touch
Supplier
Inspire South Tyneside
27 Beach Road
South Shields
NE33 2QA
United Kingdom
Region: UKC22 - Tyneside
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): Yes
Contract 1. Local Voluntary Community Sector Infrastructure Support Service
Contracting authority
South Tyneside Borough Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PYPB-8737-VBHG
Town Hall and Civic Offices, Westoe Road
South Shields
NE33 2RL
United Kingdom
Region: UKC22 - Tyneside
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government