Scope
Description
Cumberland Council is commissioning a replacement for two contracts which end 31st March 2026:
• Provision of Emergency Temporary Accommodation Service for Young People aged 16-24
• Housing Support linked to Short Term Accommodation for Young People
It is envisioned that the new contract will start 1st April 2026. As part of the Commissioning process the Council is keen to hear the views Providers of Housing who can deliver housing related support, who are interested in delivering services within Cumberland.
Total value (estimated)
- £588,398.73 excluding VAT
- £706,078.48 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027
- Possible extension to 28 February 2028
- 1 year, 10 months, 28 days
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85311000 - Social work services with accommodation
Contract locations
- UKD1 - Cumbria
Engagement
Engagement deadline
10 October 2025
Engagement process description
To start the engagement process, the Council would welcome feedback within this short survey that can be accessed in the link below:
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Cumberland Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PJGX-9191-DYLV
Cumbria House, 107-117 Botchergate
Carlisle
CA1 1RD
United Kingdom
Region: UKD12 - East Cumbria
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government