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Short, medium and long term block bed accommodation & support provision

BIRMINGHAM CHILDREN'S TRUST COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY

This public procurement record has 6 releases in its history.

PlanningUpdate

12 Dec 2025 at 10:38

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
PlanningUpdate

12 Dec 2025 at 09:53

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
PlanningUpdate

11 Dec 2025 at 17:49

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Planning

16 Jul 2025 at 15:37

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Planning

16 Jul 2025 at 14:40

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

23 May 2025 at 10:45

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Birmingham Children's Trust Community Interest Company is in the planning stage of a procurement process for the provision of accommodation and support services for young people. This initiative aims to cater to various groups, including 16-17-year-olds, vulnerable 18-year-olds, unaccompanied asylum-seeking children, and mothers-to-be under 18. The project, with an estimated value of £10,000,000, focuses on welfare services for children and young people within the UKG3 region. The procurement method is a competitive flexible procedure, with considerations for initial pilot projects to test the delivery models. Important dates include a future competitive tender publication in July 2026, following the completion of a mini-competition pilot from January 2026 to January 2027. The planned contracts will commence on 27th January 2027, running until 26th January 2033, with potential extensions subject to compliance with the Procurement Act 2023.

This tender offers lucrative opportunities for firms specialising in welfare services, particularly those experienced in managing block accommodation and support for vulnerable groups. The framework will allow businesses to participate in mini-competitions and contribute innovative delivery models, potentially enhancing their service portfolio and market footprint in the public sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to engage, particularly those with scalable service models and high quality assurance standards. The light-touch regime aligns with the interests of service providers capable of adapting to the flexible needs of young people transitioning towards independent living, thus fostering business growth and establishing valuable partnerships with local authorities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Short, medium and long term block bed accommodation & support provision

Notice Description

Short, medium and long term block bed accommodation & support provision for distinct cohorts (to be determined) but could include yp including 16-17 yo, vulnerable 18 year olds, UASC 18 year olds, homeless yp and mothers to be who are under 18. Estimated value for 3 + 2 contract = PS10,000,000.

Lot Information

16-17-year-olds, looked after children, and children subject to S17 in Registered provision

Short, medium, and long-term provision for 16-17-year-olds, looked after children, and children subject to S17 in Registered provision

Renewal: The intended duration of the dynamic market is still under review. It is expected to be a multi-year arrangement, potentially up to the maximum permitted under the Procurement Act 2023. Final term and any extension options will be confirmed at the point of publication.

Vulnerable care leavers 18-year-olds +

Short, medium, and long-term provision for vulnerable 18-year-olds leaving care

Renewal: The intended duration of the dynamic market is still under review. It is expected to be a multi-year arrangement, potentially up to the maximum permitted under the Procurement Act 2023. Final term and any extension options will be confirmed at the point of publication.

Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) aged 18+

Short, medium, and long-term provision for unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) aged 18+

Renewal: The intended duration of the dynamic market is still under review. It is expected to be a multi-year arrangement, potentially up to the maximum permitted under the Procurement Act 2023. Final term and any extension options will be confirmed at the point of publication.

Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking children 16 - 18 - Registered provision

Short, medium, and long-term provision for unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking children 16 - 18 - Registered provision

Renewal: The intended duration of the dynamic market is still under review. It is expected to be a multi-year arrangement, potentially up to the maximum permitted under the Procurement Act 2023. Final term and any extension options will be confirmed at the point of publication.

Mothers-to-be, or young mums under 18

Short, medium, and long-term provision for Mothers-to-be, or young mums under 18

Renewal: The intended duration of the dynamic market is still under review. It is expected to be a multi-year arrangement, potentially up to the maximum permitted under the Procurement Act 2023. Final term and any extension options will be confirmed at the point of publication.

Planning Information

Pre-Tender Market Engagement Questionnaire Provision of Accommodation and Support Services for Young People The Trust intends to commission interrelated accommodation services to support vulnerable young people to overcome the multiple disadvantages they face in order to prevent or delay the need for higher cost care and support services whilst improving key outcomes. This proposal will provide additional regulated under 18 capacity and provide accommodation and support for over 18s. This is a new commissioning offer that will prepare young people for living independently and provide a buffer whilst accommodation is being sourced, or planned independent support takes place to ensure that they are ready for tenancy. We are inviting providers to participate in a market engagement exercise to help shape the future commissioning of accommodation and support services for these young people. This includes short, medium, and long-term provision for the following cohorts: - 16-17-year-olds, looked after children, and children subject to S17 in Registered provision - Vulnerable 18-year-olds - Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) aged 18+ - Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking children 16 - 18 - Registered provision - Mothers-to-be, or young mums under 18 This is a valuable opportunity to inform the design and delivery of a future block contract for bed-based services. It is accepted that as a provider you may be able to offer all or parts of this service, and we welcome your insights, innovations, and feedback through this Pre-Tender Market Engagement Questionnaire. 1. Organisation Details • Organisation Name: • Contact Name: • Email Address: • Telephone Number: • Registered Address: • Type of Organisation (e.g., Charity, Private Provider, Housing Association): 2. Service Overview Please indicate your organisation's experience and capacity to provide accommodation and support for the following cohorts (tick all that apply): - 16-17-year-olds, looked after children, and children subject to S17 in Registered provision - Vulnerable 18-year-olds - Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) aged 18+ - Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking children 16 - 18 - Registered provision - Mothers-to-be, or young mums under 18 For each selected cohort, please briefly describe your current or previous service provision, including: - Type of accommodation (e.g., shared, self-contained) - Support model (e.g., 24/7 staffing, floating support) - Outcomes achieved 3. Capacity and Delivery - What is your current capacity (number of beds) for each cohort? - What is your potential capacity to scale up within 3-6 months? - What geographical areas do you currently operate in or could expand to? - What is your preferred contract length (e.g., 1 year, 3 years, 5 years)? 4. Service Design and Innovation - What models of support do you believe are most effective for each cohort? - How do you ensure trauma-informed, culturally competent, and age-appropriate support? - What innovations or best practices would you recommend for this service? - Would your offer include step down provision to post 18 accommodation and if so, how you deliver this service (for example satellite provision, changing bed spaces etc.) 5. Quality and Safeguarding - How do you ensure quality assurance and continuous improvement? - What safeguarding policies and procedures do you have in place? - How do you involve young people in service design and feedback? 6. Commercial and Contracting - What pricing models would you propose (e.g., block contract, spot purchase, tiered pricing)? - What is your indicative weekly cost per bed for each cohort? - What are your views on risk-sharing and performance-based payments? 7. Additional Comments Please provide any other suggestions, considerations, or feedback that could help shape the future tender. Submission Instructions Please return your completed questionnaire to carol.woodfield@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk by Friday 1st August 2025.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052134
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082337-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic, Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85311300 - Welfare services for children and young people

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Dec 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jul 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Jan 2027 - 26 Jan 2033 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BIRMINGHAM CHILDREN'S TRUST COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B6 4DU
Postcode Area
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG3 West Midlands, TLG31 Birmingham
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Nechells
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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