Planning

SOL30264 Supported Living Framework ME

SOLIHULL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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09 Apr 2026 at 14:41

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "SOL30264 Supported Living Framework ME" is currently in the planning stage and is being conducted by Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council. The framework aims to provide supported living placements where providers have the chance to bid for work, giving individuals the choice over their support arrangements. Scheduled key dates include the submission of a Market Engagement Questionnaire by 30th April 2026. This process falls under the services category, specifically health and social work services, and takes place within the region of Solihull, UKG32 in the United Kingdom. The procurement value is set at £2,000,000, and the process will be conducted with a light-touch regime using a framework agreement.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in health and social care services. SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) and VCSEs (Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises) are particularly encouraged to participate, as their involvement can support maximising client independence through innovative solutions. The contract spans from 1st July 2027 to 30th June 2033, allowing organisations to build long-term relationships and stability in service provision. This initiative not only supports the local community but also allows businesses to showcase their capabilities in delivering high-quality services and achieving client outcomes effectively.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SOL30264 Supported Living Framework ME

Notice Description

Our aspiration is to have all supported living placements made through the framework where providers have equal opportunity to bid for work and people who draw on services have choice over who, where and how they are supported to live. Solihull wants people to receive the support they need, when they need it and for as long as it is needed. We want people to maximise their independence and remain in their homes for as long they want to or can do so We want to work with providers who can demonstrably support people to achieve their outcomes and seek solutions when challenges and issues arise that affect the existing support plan.

Planning Information

Submission of Market Engagement Questionnaire

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067f51
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032542-2026
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

85000000 - Health and 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
9 Apr 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Apr 202712 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2027 - 30 Jun 2033 Over 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
SOLIHULL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOLIHULL
Postcode
B91 3QB
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG32 Solihull
Delivery Location
TLG32 Solihull
Local Authority
Solihull
Electoral Ward
St Alphege
Westminster Constituency
Solihull West and Shirley

Further Information

Notice Documents

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