Tender

Provision of Temporary Emergency Accommodation

FALKIRK COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Falkirk Council is currently in the tender stage of procuring services for the provision of temporary emergency accommodation for individuals and households experiencing homelessness. This tender focuses on general public services within the UKM76 region, with the primary location being Falkirk, though accommodations may be accepted within a 30-mile radius of West Bridge Street, Falkirk. The procurement follows an open procedure, inviting electronic submissions until 4th March 2026 at 11:00 AM. The contract is valued at £300,000 GBP and is active with a proposed duration of two years, extendable by one additional year. Interested bidders are expected to adhere to industry standards and provide their financial assurances, as specified in the tender documents available on the Public Contracts Scotland website.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in providing hotel or bed and breakfast accommodations, particularly those equipped to handle complex needs such as mental health or addiction issues. By offering safe, well-managed, and fully furnished rooms, businesses can tap into a consistent demand for emergency housing services. Suitable businesses include those capable of offering comprehensive amenities with private bedrooms and essential utilities, with an emphasis on safeguarding arrangements and incident reporting as per Falkirk Council's requirements. Additionally, firms with experience in handling sensitive customer needs and maintaining compliance with health, safety, and fire regulations are encouraged to compete for inclusion in the framework, offering prospects for long-term collaboration with the council. The nightly rate for provided rooms should not exceed £100, making well-prepared establishments well-suited to benefit from this procurement initiative.

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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.. The proposed contract duration is two years, with an optional extension of one additional year.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000822867
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549479
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts)
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549479
    Provision of Temporary Emergency Accommodation - 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.

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