Planning

Temporary Accommodation, Supported Accommodation and Floating Support

EXETER CITY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

PlanningUpdate

06 Feb 2026 at 11:42

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
PlanningUpdate

12 Dec 2025 at 08:34

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

11 Dec 2025 at 17:32

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Exeter City Council is in the planning stage for a contracting process titled "Temporary Accommodation, Supported Accommodation and Floating Support". This procurement falls under the services category in the social work services sector, with a key focus on areas such as homelessness prevention and support for vulnerable individuals and families. The procurement, set to span from 1st August 2026 to 31st July 2030, involves a framework agreement with four lots covering various services, including short-term temporary accommodation and medium-term supported living arrangements. The Council is conducting a pre-market engagement process ending on 31st March 2026 to invite supplier feedback and refine the approach to meet the statutory obligations under the Housing Act 1996 and other relevant regulations. The location for service delivery primarily covers the South West of England, particularly the Exeter area.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for service providers specializing in social care and housing support. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to express interest, as these types of businesses will be suitable for the framework's emphasis on flexibility and responsiveness to local needs. Businesses that excel in providing compliance with safeguarding requirements, real-time data reporting, and adherence to environmental sustainability objectives are likely to be well-positioned to compete. The procurement process plans to incorporate outcomes-based payment mechanisms, creating incentives for innovative service delivery models that ensure tenant sustainment and successful move-on outcomes.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Information

Notice Title

Temporary Accommodation, Supported Accommodation and Floating Support

Notice Description

Exeter City Council seeks to establish a four-lot framework to secure accommodation and support services to meet statutory duties relating to homelessness prevention, relief, and placement; safeguarding of vulnerable adults and families; and delivery of outcome focused support. The framework will enable call offs (Mini competitions or direct awards, where permitted) across the following lots: Lot 1: Temporary Accommodation (TA) - Short-term, reactive placements, to include placements out of hours, (incl. nightly paid) for individuals/families pursuant to duties under Part 7 of the Housing Act 1996 (as Amended). Lot 2: Off the Streets Accommodation - Emergency beds and rapid access units (including respite provision) for same day placements for rough sleepers, people at immediate risk of rough sleeping and those not eligible for statutory support. Lot 3: Supported Accommodation - Medium-term accommodation with intensive housing management function; will support tenants with pathway progression to independence. Lot 4: Floating Support - support that is not linked to any specific property; will support individuals to sustain tenancies and prevent homelessness. The Authority currently has confirmed funding for the initial contract term only. At this stage, there is no guarantee of further funding beyond this contract. However, if additional funding becomes available in future, the Authority reserves the right to award a new contract directly under Section 41 of the Public Procurement Act 2023 (PA2023), where the relevant conditions are met - including where additional services are similar to those provided under this contract, and the supplier has performed satisfactorily. This clause does not constitute a commitment to future funding or a binding obligation to proceed with any such direct award. What we want feedback on Market and Delivery * Market capacity and available delivery models. * Property sourcing and location strategies (how suppliers secure properties, ensure they meet local demand, and provide coverage in priority areas). Standards and Performance * Service standards, KPIs, and outcome-based payment mechanisms. * Data and reporting capabilities (real-time occupancy, outcomes, KPIs; proposals for monitoring and reporting frameworks). Compliance and Risk * Compliance with safeguarding requirements, property standards, and the Homelessness Code of Guidance. * Risk management approaches (safeguarding, compliance, reputational risk, and contingency planning for peak demand). Social and Environmental Impact * Social value commitments, including local employment opportunities. * Environmental sustainability measures (energy efficiency standards and alignment with ECC's Net Zero 2030 goals). Implementation and Barriers * Mobilisation timelines for contracts commencing after April 2026. * Barriers to entry (anticipated challenges in bidding or service delivery and support ECC could provide to enable participation). Note: ECC is not guaranteeing volumes at this stage.

Planning Information

Exeter City Council (ECC) is inviting suppliers to take part in a pre-market engagement process to help shape the future procurement of Temporary Accommodation, Supported Accommodation, and Floating Support services. How to Participate 1) Register to our procurement portal www.advantageswtenders.co.uk 2) Follow our direct link to the opportunity > https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=fc797f12-4a03-f111-813c-005056b64545&p=69ce52d6-e03c-e511-80ed-000c29c9ba21 3) Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) and keep up to date with notifications and engagement activities All communication, sharing of documents and engagement activities will be directed through our procurement portal.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f455
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010878-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement 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

85310000 - Social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
31 Mar 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EXETER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Sarah Hambleton
Contact Email
sarah.hambleton@exeter.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX1 1JN
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK4 Devon
Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
St David's
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

View full OCDS Record for this contracting process

Download

The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts. 

{
    "tag": [
        "compiled"
    ],
    "id": "ocds-h6vhtk-05f455-2026-02-06T11:42:17Z",
    "date": "2026-02-06T11:42:17Z",
    "ocid": "ocds-h6vhtk-05f455",
    "initiationType": "tender",
    "parties": [
        {
            "id": "GB-PPON-PCHX-3846-DMNW",
            "name": "Exeter City Council",
            "identifier": {
                "scheme": "GB-PPON",
                "id": "PCHX-3846-DMNW"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "Civic Centre",
                "locality": "Exeter",
                "postalCode": "EX1 1JN",
                "country": "GB",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom",
                "region": "UKK43"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "name": "Sarah Hambleton",
                "email": "sarah.hambleton@exeter.gov.uk"
            },
            "roles": [
                "buyer"
            ],
            "details": {
                "url": "http://www.exeter.gov.uk",
                "classifications": [
                    {
                        "id": "publicAuthoritySubCentralGovernment",
                        "scheme": "UK_CA_TYPE",
                        "description": "Public authority - sub-central government"
                    }
                ]
            }
        }
    ],
    "buyer": {
        "id": "GB-PPON-PCHX-3846-DMNW",
        "name": "Exeter City Council"
    },
    "planning": {
        "milestones": [
            {
                "id": "engagement",
                "type": "engagement",
                "description": "Exeter City Council (ECC) is inviting suppliers to take part in a pre-market engagement process to help shape the future procurement of Temporary Accommodation, Supported Accommodation, and Floating Support services. How to Participate 1) Register to our procurement portal www.advantageswtenders.co.uk 2) Follow our direct link to the opportunity > https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=fc797f12-4a03-f111-813c-005056b64545&p=69ce52d6-e03c-e511-80ed-000c29c9ba21 3) Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) and keep up to date with notifications and engagement activities All communication, sharing of documents and engagement activities will be directed through our procurement portal.",
                "dueDate": "2026-03-31T23:59:59+01:00",
                "status": "scheduled"
            }
        ],
        "documents": [
            {
                "id": "082233-2025",
                "documentType": "marketEngagementNotice",
                "noticeType": "UK2",
                "description": "Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender",
                "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082233-2025",
                "datePublished": "2025-12-11T17:32:35Z",
                "format": "text/html"
            },
            {
                "id": "082267-2025",
                "documentType": "marketEngagementNotice",
                "noticeType": "UK2",
                "description": "Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender",
                "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082267-2025",
                "datePublished": "2025-12-12T08:34:10Z",
                "format": "text/html"
            },
            {
                "id": "010878-2026",
                "documentType": "marketEngagementNotice",
                "noticeType": "UK2",
                "description": "Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender",
                "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010878-2026",
                "datePublished": "2026-02-06T11:42:17Z",
                "format": "text/html"
            }
        ]
    },
    "tender": {
        "id": "PR432025",
        "legalBasis": {
            "id": "2023/54",
            "scheme": "UKPGA",
            "uri": "https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents"
        },
        "title": "Temporary Accommodation, Supported Accommodation and Floating Support",
        "description": "Exeter City Council seeks to establish a four-lot framework to secure accommodation and support services to meet statutory duties relating to homelessness prevention, relief, and placement; safeguarding of vulnerable adults and families; and delivery of outcome focused support. The framework will enable call offs (Mini competitions or direct awards, where permitted) across the following lots: Lot 1: Temporary Accommodation (TA) - Short-term, reactive placements, to include placements out of hours, (incl. nightly paid) for individuals/families pursuant to duties under Part 7 of the Housing Act 1996 (as Amended). Lot 2: Off the Streets Accommodation - Emergency beds and rapid access units (including respite provision) for same day placements for rough sleepers, people at immediate risk of rough sleeping and those not eligible for statutory support. Lot 3: Supported Accommodation - Medium-term accommodation with intensive housing management function; will support tenants with pathway progression to independence. Lot 4: Floating Support - support that is not linked to any specific property; will support individuals to sustain tenancies and prevent homelessness. The Authority currently has confirmed funding for the initial contract term only. At this stage, there is no guarantee of further funding beyond this contract. However, if additional funding becomes available in future, the Authority reserves the right to award a new contract directly under Section 41 of the Public Procurement Act 2023 (PA2023), where the relevant conditions are met - including where additional services are similar to those provided under this contract, and the supplier has performed satisfactorily. This clause does not constitute a commitment to future funding or a binding obligation to proceed with any such direct award. What we want feedback on Market and Delivery * Market capacity and available delivery models. * Property sourcing and location strategies (how suppliers secure properties, ensure they meet local demand, and provide coverage in priority areas). Standards and Performance * Service standards, KPIs, and outcome-based payment mechanisms. * Data and reporting capabilities (real-time occupancy, outcomes, KPIs; proposals for monitoring and reporting frameworks). Compliance and Risk * Compliance with safeguarding requirements, property standards, and the Homelessness Code of Guidance. * Risk management approaches (safeguarding, compliance, reputational risk, and contingency planning for peak demand). Social and Environmental Impact * Social value commitments, including local employment opportunities. * Environmental sustainability measures (energy efficiency standards and alignment with ECC's Net Zero 2030 goals). Implementation and Barriers * Mobilisation timelines for contracts commencing after April 2026. * Barriers to entry (anticipated challenges in bidding or service delivery and support ECC could provide to enable participation). Note: ECC is not guaranteeing volumes at this stage.",
        "items": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "additionalClassifications": [
                    {
                        "scheme": "CPV",
                        "id": "85310000",
                        "description": "Social work services"
                    }
                ],
                "deliveryAddresses": [
                    {
                        "region": "UKK4",
                        "country": "GB",
                        "countryName": "United Kingdom"
                    },
                    {
                        "region": "UKK4",
                        "country": "GB",
                        "countryName": "United Kingdom"
                    },
                    {
                        "region": "UKK4",
                        "country": "GB",
                        "countryName": "United Kingdom"
                    }
                ],
                "relatedLot": "1"
            }
        ],
        "value": {
            "amountGross": 2400000,
            "amount": 2000000,
            "currency": "GBP"
        },
        "mainProcurementCategory": "services",
        "specialRegime": [
            "lightTouch"
        ],
        "aboveThreshold": true,
        "lots": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "contractPeriod": {
                    "startDate": "2026-08-01T00:00:00+01:00",
                    "endDate": "2030-07-31T23:59:59+01:00"
                },
                "status": "planning",
                "suitability": {
                    "sme": true,
                    "vcse": true
                }
            }
        ],
        "status": "planning",
        "amendments": [
            {
                "id": "082267-2025",
                "description": "Amendment to 'initial ideas' section in the description"
            }
        ],
        "techniques": {
            "hasFrameworkAgreement": true
        }
    },
    "language": "en"
}