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FH - Supported Living Provision

WOLVERHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL

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07 May 2026 at 14:14

Summary of the contracting process

The City of Wolverhampton Council is preparing a procurement process for the "FH - Supported Living Provision" aimed at enhancing supported living services for individuals with mental health needs. This procurement falls under the health and social work services category, with the main location being in the UKG39 region, United Kingdom. Currently in the planning stage, the process will employ the open procedure method. Key dates include the publication of a future notice by 1st October 2026, with the contract period expected to commence on 1st May 2027, extending until 30th April 2033. This initiative aims to maximise independence and self-determination for residents through recovery programmes within a 24-hour service framework.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for service providers experienced in health and social work services, including SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies specialising in mental health recovery support that foster community connections and promote positive mental health strategies will find this opportunity well-suited to their expertise. Engaging in this procurement process can enhance a company’s portfolio, increase visibility within the public sector, and facilitate partnerships with registered providers responsible for housing management. The open procedure ensures transparency and equal opportunity, encouraging diverse business participation in delivering these crucial services.

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Notice Title

FH - Supported Living Provision

Notice Description

The City of Wolverhampton Council is reviewing the market with a view to re tendering one of our existing supported living provisions. FH Supported Living Service supports people with mental health needs who benefit from a recovery programme delivered within a 24-hour service. The service is designed to: * Maximise the capacity for independence and self-support, through appropriate models of recovery/reablement. * Support residents to live their idea of a good life and improve their capacity for self-fulfilment. * Assist with personal and domiciliary support tasks as necessary. * Increase the person's connections with and involvement in their social networks and local community. * Maximise capacity for self-determination and control over their own life. * Promote positive attitudes to mental health related issues. * Reduce risk of relapse and recall to hospital. * Provide an alternative to permanent residential or nursing care. * Develop positive working relationships with key partners to ensure a multi-agency approach. All residents hold individual tenancies and will be supported in an enabling way, with flexible care and support in response to individual need and outcomes to be as independent as possible. The building is owned by a registered provider (RP) who oversee all housing management responsibilities; a service level agreement will be established between the RP and care provider outlining responsibilities.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0693a9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042059-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Oct 20265 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2027 - 30 Apr 2033 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WOLVERHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WOLVERHAMPTON
Postcode
WV1 1SH
Post Town
Wolverhampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG39 Wolverhampton
Delivery Location
TLG39 Wolverhampton

Local Authority
Wolverhampton
Electoral Ward
St Peters
Westminster Constituency
Wolverhampton West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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