Scope
Description
The authority is procuring two separate contracts:
1. VCSE Infrastructure Support
2. Volunteer Support Service.
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 August 2026 to 31 July 2029
- 3 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services
Contract locations
- UKC22 - Tyneside
Engagement
Engagement deadline
21 October 2025
The engagement was carried out before this notice was published.
Engagement process description
Between September - October 2025, the Council undertook stakeholder engagement with 66 VCSE organisations by survey, 6 VCSE organisations in one-to-one feedback meetings and 150 individuals representing organisations attending four Neighbourhood network meetings, alongside organisations involved in partnering with the Housing and Communities team. Additionally, 17 representatives from across the Council took part in a survey and Q&A meeting.
Provider engagement took place in Newcastle upon Tyne on the 20 October 2025.
Expressions of interest and clarification questions were fielded via the OPEN portal.
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Contracting authority
Newcastle City Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PBHM-6848-TWYG
Civic Centre
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE1 8QH
United Kingdom
Region: UKC22 - Tyneside
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government