Tender

Provision of Temporary Accommodation Services

SOUTH HOLLAND DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The South East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership, comprising the South Holland District Council, Boston Borough Council, and East Lindsey District Council, is seeking suppliers through an open procedure for a framework agreement on the "Provision of Temporary Accommodation Services." This partnership is the largest council collaboration in the UK, serving over 300,000 residents across a substantial area. The tender invites bids for providing temporary accommodation, aiming to regularise expenditure and ensure high standards of service. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with submissions accepted until 19th November 2025. The contract period starts on 6th January 2026 and can extend till 5th January 2030, offering a potential one-year renewal extension. The procurement method is an open procedure without reopening competition, focusing on service quality and pricing standards. The process is managed by Public Sector Partnership Services Ltd, located in Salford, UK.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in hotel and accommodation services, marked by classifications in CPV as hotel and hotel accommodation services. Companies experienced in providing temporary housing solutions, especially those catering to specialised needs such as substance misuse support or culturally sensitive accommodations, are well-positioned to benefit. The framework encourages participation from SMEs and VCSEs, broadening the scope for diverse suppliers. With a total framework value of approximately £1.9 million net, this procurement could significantly contribute to business growth for qualified suppliers aiming to expand their market presence in public sector contracts within the Lincolnshire region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Temporary Accommodation Services

Notice Description

The South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership (SELCP) is a collaboration between three councils: Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council, and South Holland District Council. It is the largest council partnership in the UK, serving over 300,000 residents across 1,112 square miles. In South and East Lincolnshire, there is an ongoing demand for temporary accommodation. To meet this ongoing demand for temporary accommodation, the Councils have become increasingly reliant on nightly-purchased accommodation from a wide range of providers. It is important that the Councils regularise their expenditure on temporary accommodation with its appointed suppliers to ensure its compliance with procurement regulations and legislation, and to ensure the provision of safe and high-quality accommodation standards for its residents. This framework seeks to identify efficiencies in temporary accommodation services. The Councils are inviting tenders for a multiple-supplier framework agreement, for the provision of Temporary Accommodation.

Lot Information

Boston Borough Council

Boston Borough Council area

Renewal: 1 Year extension period

East Lindsey District Council

East Lindsey District Council area

Renewal: 1 Year extension period

South Holland District Council

South Holland District Council area

Renewal: 1 Year extension period

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058d98
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070213-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

55100000 - Hotel services

55110000 - Hotel accommodation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,900,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,950,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Oct 20252 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
19 Nov 20253 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Jan 2026 - 5 Jan 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH HOLLAND DISTRICT COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

BOSTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

EAST LINDSEY DISTRICT COUNCIL

PUBLIC SECTOR PARTNERSHIP SERVICES LTD

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@pspsl.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SPALDING
Postcode
PE11 2XE
Post Town
Peterborough
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Ordsall
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Further Information

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