Planning

BC - Supported Living Provision

WOLVERHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

23 May 2025 at 13:53

Summary of the contracting process

The City of Wolverhampton Council is in the planning stage of a public procurement process for their "BC - Supported Living Provision" project. This tender falls under the services category, with a special focus on social work and related services, as indicated by the supplementary CPV code 85300000. The procurement aims to re-tender existing supported living services specifically designed for adults with autism and associated needs, located in Wolverhampton, UKG39 region. Key dates include a notice publication on 23rd May 2025, with further updates expected by 3rd November 2025. The contract is planned to commence on 1st May 2026 and conclude on 30th April 2032.

This procurement opportunity is well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), particularly those specialising in person-centred care for individuals with mental health challenges, autism, or learning disabilities. The tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses to contribute to community-based supported living and engage with clients transitioning from institutional settings. Companies adept at addressing complex sensory and environmental needs, with capacity for delivering 24-hour re-ablement programmes, would find this opportunity aligned with their expertise. Engaging in this project not only supports business growth but also aids in fulfilling social responsibility commitments by positively impacting vulnerable populations.

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Notice Title

BC - Supported Living Provision

Notice Description

The City of Wolverhampton Council is reviewing the market with a view to re tendering our existing supported living provision. BC* is a City of Wolverhampton Council building that was specifically set up to ensure suitable supported living which is specialised in person-centred care and support service for adults (aged 17+) with autism, particularly those within the Transforming Care cohort who may also have forensic needs, learning disabilities, or mental health difficulties. The scheme comprises of 7 one-bedroom flats for adults aged 17 and above with complex mental health needs. BC* Supported Living Service supports people with complex mental health needs to individuals who have had chaotic lifestyles and who would benefit from a re-ablement programme delivered within a 24-hour service. They will generally be: Aged 17+ years and over. Have autism or autistic traits, often with significant sensory and environmental needs. Are part of the Transforming Care cohort, which includes individuals transitioning from hospital or institutional settings into community-based living. May have forensic needs, meaning they have a history of behaviours that are considered challenging or risky, and may have been involved with the Criminal Justice System or specialist hospital services. May also have learning disabilities, mental health difficulties, or co-occurring conditions. Require specialist, person-centred support to live as independently as possible in a community setting.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05236b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026607-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
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
3 Nov 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2032 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
WOLVERHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
corporate.procurement@wolverhampton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WOLVERHAMPTON
Postcode
WV1 1SH
Post Town
Wolverhampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG39 Wolverhampton
Delivery Location
TLG39 Wolverhampton

Local Authority
Wolverhampton
Electoral Ward
St Peters
Westminster Constituency
Wolverhampton West

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