Local Voluntary and Community Sector Infrastructure Support Service

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.