Planning

Supported Living Framework

DUDLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Planning

23 May 2025 at 13:24

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is being overseen by Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council, focusing on a "Supported Living Framework" initiative. This falls within the services category, specifically targeting social work services with accommodation. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a future notice date set for 1 August 2025. The contract is expected to cover the region of UKG36 in the United Kingdom. The contract period is planned from 2 March 2026 to 1 March 2031, with a potential extension to 1 March 2033. Businesses should note that this is a framework agreement under a light-touch regime and is valued at £257 million net, grossing up to £308.4 million.

This opportunity paves the way for substantial business growth for entities specialising in supported living services. Enterprises suited for this tender include small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) that can provide tailored support and promote autonomy for individuals. Engaging in this framework could greatly enhance the profile and reach of organisations committed to innovative and person-centred social care solutions, thereby expanding their market presence in the public sector.

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Notice Title

Supported Living Framework

Notice Description

Supported living is a person-centred approach to housing and support that enables people to live independently within their communities. Unlike traditional residential care settings, supported living promotes autonomy, choice, and inclusion by offering flexible support tailored to each person's preferences and needs in response to the Council's strategic vision.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052314
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026501-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85311000 - Social work services with accommodation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£257,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Mar 2026 - 1 Mar 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DUDLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
corporate.procurement@dudley.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
DUDLEY
Postcode
DY1 1HF
Post Town
Dudley
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG36 Dudley
Delivery Location
TLG36 Dudley

Local Authority
Dudley
Electoral Ward
St. James's
Westminster Constituency
Dudley

Further Information

Notice Documents

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