Scope
Reference
C BBC EN 07146
Description
Waiver - Sole Trader Reasons - Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) provision
for rough sleepers, to reduce associated risks of increased harm during winter months due to weather. Provision of 20 bed spaces 7 days per week, during the active months to provide emergency shelter, support and assistance to individuals rough sleeping. Provision includes essential items to preserve life (food, clothing etc), trained support staff on site and concierge presence to maintain safety.
Contract 1
Supplier
Contract value
- £77,000 excluding VAT
- £92,400 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Date signed
20 October 2025
Contract dates
- 1 December 2025 to 31 March 2026
- 4 months
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 70333000 - Housing services
Contract locations
- UKH24 - Bedford
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - without competition
Supplier
Kings Arms Project (Bedford)
245 Ampthill Road
Bedford
MK42 9AZ
United Kingdom
Email: info@kingsarmsproject.org
Region: UKH24 - Bedford
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1
Contracting authority
Bedford Borough Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PLCV-4616-VTHL
Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street
Bedford
MK42 9AP
United Kingdom
Region: UKH24 - Bedford
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government