Tender

Supported Accommodation Framework

GLOUCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

21 Nov 2025 at 16:35

Planning

03 Nov 2025 at 15:42

Summary of the contracting process

Gloucestershire County Council is currently in the tender stage of procuring services under the "Supported Accommodation Framework". This involves the delivery of high-quality accommodation and support for young people aged 16-25, particularly focusing on looked after children and care leavers. The primary goal is to enhance or maintain their ability to live independently within the community. The procurement method follows an open procedure within the health and social work services category, covering the UKK13 region. Key dates include the tender end date on 7th January 2026 and the award period concluding on 1st April 2026. The total value of the contract is £48,000,000, with the potential for framework agreements extending until April 2031.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in health and social work services, particularly those experienced in providing supported accommodation. The open procurement procedure invites a competitive environment where SMEs and VCSEs have an equal opportunity to bid. With a framework allowing for both standard and reopened competition, businesses capable of adapting to changing needs and demonstrating high-quality service delivery will be well-suited to compete. The potential contract value and extension possibilities foster a stable environment for business growth, facilitating long-term partnerships with the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supported Accommodation Framework

Notice Description

Delivery of high quality accommodation and/or support for 16-25-year olds, with a specific focus on looked after children and care leavers. Services will work towards developing or sustaining a young person's capacity to live independently within the community and avoid unnecessary use of more intensive forms of support. Supported accommodation plays a valuable contribution towards enabling young people to prepare for independence and to develop practical living skills. 3 year contract with 2 x 12 month extension period.

Lot Information

Solo 24H

Solo placement accommodation with staff on site 24 hours a day (waking 7.30am to 10.30pm, sleep in staff 10.30pm to 7.30am) 7 Hours of key work per week (This support will be flexible to fit the needs of the individual and will take place in planned sessions between 7am and 10pm Monday - Sunday each week) Registered as with Ofsted as Category 1

Renewal: 2 x 12 month optional extensions

Lot 1 (b) Solo - Nights

Solo placement accommodation without staff on site 24 hours a day, but with sleep in staff on site 7 days a week. 7 Hours of key work per week (This support will be flexible to fit the needs of the individual and will take place in planned sessions between 7am and 10pm Monday - Sunday each week) Registered as with Ofsted as Category 1

Renewal: 2 x 12 month optional extensions

Lot 1 (c) Solo -Key work

Solo Placement accommodation (2 or more bedrooms for residents) without staff on site, and without sleep in staff. 7 Hours of key work per week (This support will be flexible to fit the needs of the individual and will take place in planned sessions between 7am and 10pm Monday - Sunday each week) May be single or mixed gender Registered with Ofsted as Category 2 or 3

Renewal: 2 x 12 month optional extensions

Lot 2(a) Multi 24hr

Multi-occupancy accommodation (2 or more bedrooms for residents) with staff on site, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week (waking 7.30am to 10.30pm, sleep in staff 10.30pm to 7.30am) . 7 Hours of key work per week (This support will be flexible to fit the needs of the individual and will take place in planned sessions between 7am and 10pm Monday - Sunday each week) May be single or mixed gender Registered with Ofsted as Category 2 or 3

Renewal: 2 x 12 month optional extensions

Lot 2(b) Multi Night

Multi-occupancy accommodation (2 or more bedrooms for residents) without staff on site 24 hours a day, but with sleep in staff on site 7 days a week. 7 Hours of key work per week (This support will be flexible to fit the needs of the individual and will take place in planned sessions between 7am and 10pm Monday - Sunday each week) May be single or mixed gender Registered with Ofsted as Category 2 or 3

Renewal: 2 x 12 month optional extensions

Lot 2(c) Multi Key work

Multi-occupancy accommodation (2 or more bedrooms for residents) without staff on site, and without sleep in staff. 7 Hours of key work per week (This support will be flexible to fit the needs of the individual and will take place in planned sessions between 7am and 10pm Monday - Sunday each week) May be single or mixed gender Registered with Ofsted as Category 2 or 3

Renewal: 2 x 12 month optional extensions

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d932
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076188-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, 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

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£48,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£48,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Nov 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jan 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
21 Nov 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 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
GLOUCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
rhiannon.wardle@gloucestershire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
GLOUCESTER
Postcode
GL1 2TG
Post Town
Gloucester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK73 Gloucestershire CC
Delivery Location
TLK13 Gloucestershire CC

Local Authority
Gloucester
Electoral Ward
Westgate
Westminster Constituency
Gloucester

Further Information

Notice Documents

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