Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: September 25, 2025

Purpose: This report seeks Cabinet approval to recommission the city’s core Street Outreach Service and related homelessness support contracts ending in March 2026. It outlines the proposed procurement process, key timelines, and strategic alignment with the Council’s emerging Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy, while also addressing future plans for Housing First and Transition & Resettlement services.

Content: 1)             Cabinet agrees to recommission the SOS ending 31 March 2026, for 3-years, with a possible extension of up-to 4-years (2+ 2+ years) with an estimated value of £1,635,000 over three years.   2)             Cabinet delegates authority to Corporate Director – Homes and Adult Social Care to procure and award the new contract commencing April 2026, in consultation with Cabinet Member for Homes.