Tender

Provision of Temporary Emergency Accommodation

FALKIRK COUNCIL

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Tender

12 Feb 2026 at 15:16

Summary of the contracting process

Falkirk Council is in the tender stage for a contract titled "Provision of Temporary Emergency Accommodation", with an industry classification for services provided by bed and breakfast establishments. This service contract is targeted to support individuals and households experiencing homelessness. The procurement aims to establish a framework for emergency accommodation ideally within Falkirk or within a 30-mile radius of West Bridge Street, Falkirk, FK1 5RS. The tender is part of an open procedure, open to new entrants, with key deadlines including a closing date for electronic submissions on 4th March 2026. The procurement is characterised by community benefits and requires suppliers to offer fully furnished accommodation under strict health and safety standards.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses within the hospitality sector, particularly those offering hotel and bed & breakfast accommodations. Firms with the capability to provide safe, warm, and well-managed facilities are well-suited to compete, especially those experienced in accommodating individuals with complex needs. Businesses located near Falkirk or those willing to facilitate transport services can take advantage of this framework by utilising available public transport links. With a budget of GBP 300,000 and a room price cap set at GBP 100 per night, this contract offers a viable revenue stream and growth opportunity for qualifying hospitality providers. Firms must meet specific criteria, including sufficient insurance coverage and the ability to handle same-day placements with robust incident management protocols.

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Notice Title

Provision of Temporary Emergency Accommodation

Notice Description

Falkirk Council wishes to establish a framework for the Provision of Temporary Emergency Accommodation for individuals and households experiencing homelessness, including customers with complex needs in the area, ideally within Falkirk but are open to businesses within 30 miles radius of West Bridge Street, Falkirk, FK1 5RS. Emergency Accommodation is Hotel or Bed & Breakfast (B&B) style accommodation which the Council may need to use when there is no other form of temporary accommodation available to meet demand. The council will be purchasing a room on a per night basis only and will have no responsibility for any aspect of the accommodation. The proposed contract duration is two years, with an optional extension of one additional year.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Falkirk Council wishes to establish a framework for the Provision of Temporary Emergency Accommodation for individuals and households experiencing homelessness, including customers with complex needs in the area, ideally within Falkirk but are open to businesses within 30 miles radius of West Bridge Street, Falkirk, FK1 5RS. Emergency Accommodation is Hotel or Bed & Breakfast (B&B) style accommodation which the Council may need to use when there is no other form of temporary accommodation available to meet demand. The council will be purchasing a room on a per night basis only and will have no responsibility for any aspect of the accommodation. Providers will offer fully furnished, safe, warm, and well managed rooms suitable for single people, couples, families, and individuals with complex needs, including those experiencing trauma, addiction, exploitation, mental health issues, or other vulnerabilities. Each household (usually an individual or a couple but may at times also include children) must have their own lockable bedroom and access to a bathroom. Falkirk Council expects the rate per night not exceeding GBP 100 per room, inclusive of all essential utilities and statutory safety requirements. Additional information: The proposed contract duration is two years, with an optional extension of one additional year.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0652f8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013029-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

55110000 - Hotel accommodation services

55270000 - Services provided by bed and breakfast establishments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Mar 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FALKIRK COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
cpu@falkirk.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1324506070

Buyer Location

Locality
LARBERT
Postcode
FK5 4RU
Post Town
Falkirk and Stirling
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM12 Falkirk
Delivery Location
TLM76 Falkirk

Local Authority
Falkirk
Electoral Ward
Bonnybridge and Larbert
Westminster Constituency
Alloa and Grangemouth

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