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Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Services procurement

EAST SUFFOLK COUNCIL

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02 Feb 2026 at 18:44

Summary of the contracting process

East Suffolk Council has initiated a tender for procuring services to address homelessness and rough sleeping within East Suffolk, focusing on building sustainable support pathways from 2026 to 2029. The process, currently in the tender stage, is guided by the open procedure method and invites submissions by 6th March 2026. Located under the UKH14 region, the project involves two lots: a 'Safe to Stay Hub' in Lowestoft with a minimum of 12 beds, and the 'Rough Sleeping Initiative' across East Suffolk. The industry category spans short-stay accommodation construction and housing services, with significant opportunities arising in infrastructure and support services. The enquiry period ends on 16th February 2026, and the procurement has a gross value estimate of £873,992.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in short-term accommodation development and management, as well as those offering comprehensive housing services. Companies experienced in managing accommodation services can leverage their expertise to win either of the lots, benefitting from contracts extending potentially to 2030 with renewal possibilities. With a focus on service quality and comprehensive provision, both local and national service providers have the opportunity to enhance their portfolio and contribute meaningfully to social welfare initiatives within East Suffolk.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Services procurement

Notice Description

East Suffolk Council (ESC) intends to commission key services across the District under Homelessness and Rough Sleeping from 2026-2029. The Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Grant 2026-2029 will build on past successes, provide ongoing support to those who need it and continue the work to reduce and ultimately end rough sleeping in East Suffolk through building sustainable pathways and preventing rough sleeping. Lot 1. Safe to Stay Hub x 12 beds (minimum of 12 beds, all under one roof). This will also include any staffing costs to deliver the service. Location to be in Lowestoft. Lot 2. Rough Sleeping Initiative Beds x 10 (Across East Suffolk - can be dispersed or under one roof to cover both North and South under one supplier). ESC will provide staffing support through the inhouse Outreach Team for these beds' spaces.

Lot Information

Safe to Stay Hub in Lowestoft

Safe to stay hub Safe to Stay Hub with a minimum number of 12 bed spaces.

Renewal: optional 1 year extension subject to availability of funding and approval

Rough Sleeping Initiative

Rough Sleeping Initiative Beds x 10 across East Suffolk (North and South).

Renewal: optional 1 year extension subject to availability of funding and approval

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0614c9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009207-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

70 - Real estate services


CPV Codes

45212413 - Short-stay accommodation construction work

55110000 - Hotel accommodation services

55250000 - Letting services of short-stay furnished accommodation

70333000 - Housing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£640,928 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£873,992 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Apr 2026 - 30 Mar 2029 2-3 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
EAST SUFFOLK COUNCIL
Contact Name
Emma Akpan
Contact Email
procurement@eastsuffolk.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01394444676

Buyer Location

Locality
WOODBRIDGE
Postcode
IP12 1RT
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
TLH14 Suffolk CC

Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Melton
Westminster Constituency
Suffolk Coastal

Further Information

Notice Documents

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