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Asylum Accommodation and Support Services Contract

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Planning

27 Jul 2017 at 15:18

Planned Procurement Notice
Planning

26 Jul 2017 at 15:41

Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office is planning to initiate the Asylum Accommodation and Support Services Contract, with a total budget of £600 million for the fiscal year 2019/2020. This contract, which is currently in the planning stage, aims to provide accommodation and support for asylum seekers in the UK under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999. The contract period is set to commence on 1st September 2019 and conclude on 30th August 2024. Interested parties can find additional details in the planned procurement notices published on relevant platforms, with further communications expected by 7th November 2017.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in the accommodation and transport sectors, particularly those experienced in providing services to vulnerable populations. With a focus on initial and dispersal accommodation, as well as transport for asylum applicants, companies that offer property management, public transport services, or social support systems would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Furthermore, businesses looking to expand into government contracts or those aiming to enhance their corporate social responsibility initiatives may find this opportunity particularly appealing.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Asylum Accommodation and Support Services Contract

Notice Description

Under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999, UKVI has an obligation to provide accommodation & support to asylum seekers who would otherwise be destitute. The service user support services will include the provision of: Accommodation Accommodation is provided to support asylum applicants and their dependents who would otherwise be destitute. Accommodation is to be provided by the service provider(s) covering a number of regions in the UK. Accommodation provision is through local authorities, private and other accommodation providers e.g. housing associations. Accommodation is paid for on the basis of usage only, with the provider taking the void risk. Three types of accommodation services required are: 1. Initial accommodation where a destitute asylum applicant and their dependents will reside before a decision is made on their support claim. 2. Dispersal accommodation where an asylum applicant's claim for asylum support has been approved, they and their dependents are moved to dispersal accommodation whilst their asylum claim and any subsequent appeal are processed. 3. Accommodation for failed asylum applicants and immigration detainees released on bail who may be eligible for support if there is a legitimate barrier to their removal. Transport Transport is provided for asylum applicants and their dependents during their asylum application process to ensure they arrive at required destinations for interview appointments. Service users needing accommodation are transported from the point of claim to the allocated site on the initial accommodation estate. Once a claim for support has been agreed the service users are transported from initial accommodation to the assigned dispersal address. Project Vision Asylum Accommodation and Support Contract aims to deliver a VfM and affordable accommodation and support system which effectively delivers the UK's statutory and international obligations to asylum seekers, supporting the operation of effective immigration controls. The system will ensure the safety and security of service users and their host communities. Services will be delivered as consistently & efficiently as possible at a level which is proportionate in comparison with the services offered to UK nationals: * Service users will experience an accessible and easy to navigate system, which delivers consistent and compassionate support. The system will protect the vulnerable, keep service users safe, orientate them to live in their communities and prepare them to act on the outcome of their asylum claim. * Providers will supply a service of which they are proud, securing a broad supply of accommodation and appropriate support services. The department will take practical steps to give them greater certainty on demand, with a sustainable balance of risk, an appropriate rate of return and scope for innovation in delivery. * Communities will feel involved in the support of destitute asylum seekers, working in partnership with UKVI. Additional information: The contract end date is to be confirmed in due course.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/00c48c77-6e89-4b77-9fac-65104453c74e
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

70 - Real estate services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

85 - Health and social work services

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

55250000 - Letting services of short-stay furnished accommodation

60112000 - Public road transport services

60120000 - Taxi services

60130000 - Special-purpose road passenger-transport services

60140000 - Non-scheduled passenger transport

70330000 - Property management services of real estate on a fee or contract basis

79900000 - Miscellaneous business and business-related services

85144000 - Residential health facilities services

85300000 - Social work and related services

98334000 - Wellness services

98341000 - Accommodation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jul 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
7 Nov 2017Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2019 - 30 Aug 2024 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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