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Open Framework for Supported and Temporary Accommodation Market Engagement

STOCKTON ON TEES BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Planning

23 Jun 2026 at 12:57

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

23 Dec 2025 at 16:58

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

06 Nov 2025 at 14:13

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Stockton on Tees Borough Council is initiating a public procurement process aimed at establishing an Open Framework for Supported and Temporary Accommodation. This procurement, classified under the service category of "social work and related services," is currently in the planning stage. The framework includes extensive support services for Children, Young People, Adults, and Families, with the procurement planned to commence from 1st October 2026 and extend until 30th September 2030, and potentially up to 30th September 2034. The procurement, structured into several lots, will be conducted under an Open procedure, emphasizing light-touch regime regulations. Businesses can engage in a scheduled market presentation by 8 am on 26th June 2026, providing an opportunity to gain insights and engage with the council effectively. The venue for service delivery is based in Stockton on Tees, UKC11 region, United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity for organisations specialising in social work and accommodation services. The framework's inclusive design, with lots focusing on various support levels, offers a unique platform for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) to participate. Companies with expertise in providing services to vulnerable groups, such as children, young people, and families in need of accommodation and support, will find this opportunity particularly aligned with their capabilities. The procurement process also indicates an annual opening of the framework, allowing for continual business growth and engagement possibilities with Stockton on Tees Borough Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Open Framework for Supported and Temporary Accommodation Market Engagement

Notice Description

Stockton-On-Tees Borough Council is seeking to procure an Open Framework for the provision of supported accommodation. The framework will include variable levels of support for Adults, Children, Young People and Families. The framework will be split into the following lots: * Lot 1 - Solo accommodation with on-site support (Children and Young People) * Lot 2 - Shared accommodation with on-site support (Children and Young People) * Lot 3 - Dispersed accommodation (16+) (Children and Young People) * Lot 4 - Care Leavers accommodation (Children and Young People) * Lot 5 - Floating support (Children and Young People) * Lot 6 - Temporary Accommodation (Adults & Families) * Lot 7 - Supported Accommodation (Adults & Families)

Planning Information

Interested providers are encouraged to access the opportunity on OPEN with the reference OPEN20261394. Alternatively, the opportunity can be accessed through the following link: https://www.open-uk.org/opportunities/overview/public/c50181cf-166a-4c14-9ea8-c4d898b47269 Providers must inform the Council of the intention to attend the market engagement presentation via the Open Portal's clarification feature no later than 8am on Friday 26th June 2026.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05dbe3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058970-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement 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

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 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
3 Jul 2026Today
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2030 4-5 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
STOCKTON ON TEES BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STOCKTON ON TEES
Postcode
TS17 6BJ
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC31 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees
Delivery Location
TLC11 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees
Local Authority
Stockton-on-Tees
Electoral Ward
Mandale & Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Middlesbrough and Thornaby East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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