Tender

CBC-1816-T-TH Accommodation Based Support

CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL

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06 Aug 2025 at 07:10

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09 Jul 2025 at 10:01

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Central Bedfordshire Council is seeking to procure accommodation and support services for single homeless people in two distinct locations within Central Bedfordshire. The procurement process, currently at the tender amendment stage, is open until 6th August 2025. This tender, titled "CBC-1816-T-TH Accommodation Based Support," falls under the housing services category and invites proposals for either one or both of the lots available. The contract is expected to commence on 1st October 2025 and run for a year with an option to extend by another year. Located in the United Kingdom, the Council is using an open procedure for this procurement, encouraging competitive bidding above the threshold value.

This procurement presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in housing services, particularly those with the capacity to support vulnerable populations such as homeless individuals. With a strong emphasis on quality (65%), cost efficiency (25%), and social value (10%), the tender aligns with businesses that can offer high-quality accommodation solutions while contributing positively to social outcomes. This opportunity is best suited for those with experience in housing services and a readiness to provide detailed service proposals meeting specific requirements. Although not focused on SMEs or VCSEs, the tender is inclusive of comprehensive service offerings that address local needs effectively.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CBC-1816-T-TH Accommodation Based Support

Notice Description

Central Bedfordshire Council seeks to procure accommodation and support for single homeless people in two locations, one to the north of Central Bedfordshire, one to the south. These services are offered as two separate lots, and prospective providers are welcome to bid on either one or both lots. Broad specifications are set out below, that are applicable to both lots. Prospective providers are invited to set out, in detail, what service they can offer, to how many people, within these specifications. Each lot has a maximum contract value of PS63 000. The contract is for a term of one year with the option to extend for a further year. Bids will be assessed 65% quality, 25% cost and 10% Social Value. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/672f6fab-8b62-4faa-9b22-3696f4764d0a
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

70 - Real estate services

CPV Codes

70333000 - Housing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Oct 2025 - 30 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFORD
Postcode
SG17 5TQ
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH25 Central Bedfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Central Bedfordshire
Electoral Ward
Shefford
Westminster Constituency
Hitchin

Further Information

Notice Documents

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