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title: "Britannia Gate - Supported Living for People with Mental Health Needs"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02c14c"
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current_stage: "Tender"
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published: "2021-06-29"
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# Britannia Gate - Supported Living for People with Mental Health Needs

Buyer: BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02c14c

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## Summary

The Bedford Borough Council is currently at the tender stage for the contract titled "Britannia Gate - Supported Living for People with Mental Health Needs." This procurement falls under the health and social work services industry category, located in Bedford (UKH24). The open procedure procurement method allows potential providers to submit their tenders until the deadline on 16 July 2021 at 12:00. The contract period is set for 1080 days with the possibility of extension, and the service will provide 24/7 support in eighteen newly developed one-bedroom flats specifically designed for individuals with mental health needs.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in supported living and social care services, particularly those experienced in catering to mental health requirements. Organisations that provide training and support for Autism Spectrum Disorder, Learning Difficulties, or Physical/Sensory Disabilities are well-suited to compete for this contract. Additionally, companies adept in providing services aligned with risk assessment and support for individuals with substance use challenges may find this opportunity particularly relevant for growth.

## Notice

Bedford Borough Council ('the Council') is inviting Tenders from organisations wishing to provide Supported Living for People with Mental Health Needs at Britannia Gate in Bedford Borough. The service is comprised of eighteen (18) newly developed self-contained one bedroom flats. The Provider will enter into a Service Level Agreement (SLA) with Grand Union Housing Group in their role as the accommodation landlord. The Services will provide 24 hours a day, seven days a week support and will be accessible for people with Mental Health needs who may also have additional care and support needs. This includes, but is not limited to, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), a Learning Difficulty or mild to moderate Learning Disability, Physical/Sensory Disability and communication support needs. People who use drugs and alcohol may also be considered for the Service following an individual risk assessment.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Bedford Borough Council ('the Council') is inviting Tenders from organisations wishing to provide Supported Living for People with Mental Health Needs at Britannia Gate in Bedford Borough. The service is comprised of eighteen (18) newly developed self-contained one bedroom flats. The Provider will enter into a Service Level Agreement (SLA) with Grand Union Housing Group in their role as the accommodation landlord. The Services will provide 24 hours a day, seven days a week support and will be accessible for people with Mental Health needs who may also have additional care and support needs. This includes, but is not limited to, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), a Learning Difficulty or mild to moderate Learning Disability, Physical/Sensory Disability and communication support needs. People who use drugs and alcohol may also be considered for the Service following an individual risk assessment. To access this opportunity you will need to Register an account with Bedford Borough Council's In-tend at www.in-tendhost.co.uk/bedford/aspx/Home and search for this opportunity by the title of project reference: Britannia Gate - Supported Living for People with Mental Health Needs (Project reference is BBC AD 01453).

Renewal: Three (3) Years with Option to extend for two (2) years delivered in two (2) twelve (12) month instalments.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014809-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jul 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | BEDFORD |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK42 9AP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH24 Bedford |
| Local authority | Bedford |
| Electoral ward | Cauldwell |
| Westminster constituency | Bedford |
| Delivery location | TLH24 Bedford |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 85311000 - Social work services with accommodation

## Release History

- 29 Jun 2021 at 11:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014809-2021

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bedford/aspx/Home
- https://www.bedford.gov.uk

## Provenance

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