Planning

Market Engagement for the Provision of Post 16 Supported Accommodation and Support Services-Framework (2)

BRADFORD CHILDREN & FAMILIES TRUST

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09 Apr 2026 at 18:30

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Bradford Children & Families Trust is currently in the planning stage for a framework agreement. The tender, titled "Market Engagement for the Provision of Post 16 Supported Accommodation and Support Services-Framework (2)," focuses on the social work services industry, specifically for youth support services. The engagement event is scheduled to take place on 22nd April 2026 via Microsoft Teams, with potential bidding documentation to be released by 5th May 2026. The trust, a public authority under sub-central government, is located in Bradford (BD5 0QL), United Kingdom, and the procurement process is focused on the Yorkshire and the Humber region. Notably, the procurement value is projected at £11,100,000 gross over the contract period from December 2026 to November 2034.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in providing social work services with accommodation, particularly those capable of delivering outcomes for young people aged 16 to 25, including looked-after children and care leavers. Businesses that are small to medium enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) will find the procurement especially well-suited due to the emphasis on having a diverse, high-quality provider base. Engaging with this tender could offer long-term growth prospects by establishing a relationship with a key local authority buyer and gaining involvement in a framework agreement that supports critical social care services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Market Engagement for the Provision of Post 16 Supported Accommodation and Support Services-Framework (2)

Notice Description

Purpose of the event: The session will provide an opportunity to: * Outline BCFT's commissioning intentions for Lots 2 to 6 * Clarify the scope, service models, and expectations across these Lots * Discuss key quality, compliance, and outcome requirements, including alignment with the Supported Accommodation (England) Regulations 2023 * Enable providers to ask questions and seek clarification in advance of the formal tender publication. The event forms part of BCFT's wider engagement with the market to ensure the Framework supports a diverse, high-quality provider base and delivers improved outcomes for young people aged 16 to 25, including looked-after children, care leavers, and unaccompanied asylum-seeking children (UASC). Framework Lots - Scope The Market Engagement Event will focus on Lots 2 to 6 only. Providers with an interest in delivering services within these Lots are strongly encouraged to attend. Further details on individual Lot requirements will be provided during the session. Event Details * Event: Additional Market Engagement Event * Focus: Lots 2-6 - Post 16 Supported Accommodation and Support Services Framework * Location: Microsoft Teams * Date and Time: Wednesday 22nd April - 11:00 until 11:45 Registration To register your interest in attending this Market Engagement Event, please email: ChildrensCommissioning@bradford.gov.uk . Please use the subject line: Market Engagement Event - Post 16 Supported Accommodation Framework (Lots 2-6). Joining instructions and further details will be shared with registered attendees ahead of the event. Procurement Portal. The formal procurement opportunity will be published via eu supply.com. Providers are advised to ensure they are registered on the portal to access documentation and submit any future bids.

Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=104486&TID=100109650&B=

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067f7e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032619-2026
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

85311000 - Social work services with accommodation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£9,250,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
5 May 20264 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2026 - 30 Nov 2034 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
BRADFORD CHILDREN & FAMILIES TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD5 0QL
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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