Planning

SOL30357 SOL Ofsted-Dual Reg Accommodation Young People 16-25

SOLIHULL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Planning

24 Apr 2026 at 12:48

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council is currently in the planning stages of a procurement process titled "SOL30357 SOL Ofsted-Dual Reg Accommodation Young People 16–25" within the social services sector. This initiative aims to explore market interest regarding accommodations for young people aged 16–25, including dual registered accommodation with Ofsted and CQC and Ofsted-only registered accommodation for care leavers. The council is calling for providers and interested organisations to register and complete a questionnaire by 22nd May 2026, which will help shape future commissioning decisions. This procurement is being setup for contracts scheduled to begin on 1st May 2027 and conclude by 30th April 2031, located in the region UKG32, United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in social work services with accommodation, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs, given its especial regime approach for light-touch services above the threshold. Businesses equipped to deliver innovative and robust models for dual registered or supported accommodations could benefit from engaging in this market exploratory phase, thereby positioning themselves for potential future invitations by the council. Engaging now in this planning process allows businesses to influence commissioning considerations and establish relationships with Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council, enhancing their growth potential in the youth accommodation services sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SOL30357 SOL Ofsted-Dual Reg Accommodation Young People 16-25

Notice Description

Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking to understand the level of market interest, potential delivery models, operational considerations, and commercial viability associated with the development of future commissioning of: 1. Dual registered accommodation (Ofsted + CQC) for young people aged 16-25 who may have eligible care and support needs under the Care Act 2014, and 2. Ofsted only registered accommodation for young people aged 16-17 and care leavers aged 18-25, who may require supported accommodation but are not Care Act eligible.

Planning Information

Providers and interested organisations are invited to register and download/complete a questionnaire from the Council's Atamis procurement portal https://solihull.my.site.com/s/ this will be used to shape future commissioning decisions.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068abc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037609-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

85311000 - Social work services with accommodation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Oct 20266 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2027 - 30 Apr 2031 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
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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