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title: "Short, medium and long term block bed accommodation & support provision"
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buyer: "BIRMINGHAM CHILDREN'S TRUST COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY"
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# Short, medium and long term block bed accommodation & support provision

Buyer: BIRMINGHAM CHILDREN'S TRUST COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-052134

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## Summary

Birmingham Children's Trust Community Interest Company is in the planning stage of a procurement process for the provision of accommodation and support services for young people. This initiative aims to cater to various groups, including 16-17-year-olds, vulnerable 18-year-olds, unaccompanied asylum-seeking children, and mothers-to-be under 18. The project, with an estimated value of £10,000,000, focuses on welfare services for children and young people within the UKG3 region. The procurement method is a competitive flexible procedure, with considerations for initial pilot projects to test the delivery models. Important dates include a future competitive tender publication in July 2026, following the completion of a mini-competition pilot from January 2026 to January 2027. The planned contracts will commence on 27th January 2027, running until 26th January 2033, with potential extensions subject to compliance with the Procurement Act 2023.

This tender offers lucrative opportunities for firms specialising in welfare services, particularly those experienced in managing block accommodation and support for vulnerable groups. The framework will allow businesses to participate in mini-competitions and contribute innovative delivery models, potentially enhancing their service portfolio and market footprint in the public sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to engage, particularly those with scalable service models and high quality assurance standards. The light-touch regime aligns with the interests of service providers capable of adapting to the flexible needs of young people transitioning towards independent living, thus fostering business growth and establishing valuable partnerships with local authorities.

## Notice

Short, medium and long term block bed accommodation & support provision for distinct cohorts (to be determined) but could include yp including 16-17 yo, vulnerable 18 year olds, UASC 18 year olds, homeless yp and mothers to be who are under 18. Estimated value for 3 + 2 contract = PS10,000,000.

### Lot Information

16-17-year-olds, looked after children, and children subject to S17 in Registered provision

Short, medium, and long-term provision for 16-17-year-olds, looked after children, and children subject to S17 in Registered provision

Renewal: The intended duration of the dynamic market is still under review. It is expected to be a multi-year arrangement, potentially up to the maximum permitted under the Procurement Act 2023. Final term and any extension options will be confirmed at the point of publication.

Vulnerable care leavers 18-year-olds +

Short, medium, and long-term provision for vulnerable 18-year-olds leaving care

Renewal: The intended duration of the dynamic market is still under review. It is expected to be a multi-year arrangement, potentially up to the maximum permitted under the Procurement Act 2023. Final term and any extension options will be confirmed at the point of publication.

Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) aged 18+

Short, medium, and long-term provision for unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) aged 18+

Renewal: The intended duration of the dynamic market is still under review. It is expected to be a multi-year arrangement, potentially up to the maximum permitted under the Procurement Act 2023. Final term and any extension options will be confirmed at the point of publication.

Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking children 16 - 18 - Registered provision

Short, medium, and long-term provision for unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking children 16 - 18 - Registered provision

Renewal: The intended duration of the dynamic market is still under review. It is expected to be a multi-year arrangement, potentially up to the maximum permitted under the Procurement Act 2023. Final term and any extension options will be confirmed at the point of publication.

Mothers-to-be, or young mums under 18

Short, medium, and long-term provision for Mothers-to-be, or young mums under 18

Renewal: The intended duration of the dynamic market is still under review. It is expected to be a multi-year arrangement, potentially up to the maximum permitted under the Procurement Act 2023. Final term and any extension options will be confirmed at the point of publication.

### Planning Information

Pre-Tender Market Engagement Questionnaire 
Provision of Accommodation and Support Services for Young People
The Trust intends to commission interrelated accommodation services to support vulnerable young people to overcome the multiple disadvantages they face in order to prevent or delay the need for higher cost care and support services whilst improving key outcomes. This proposal will provide additional regulated under 18 capacity and provide accommodation and support for over 18s. This is a new commissioning offer that will prepare young people for living independently and provide a buffer whilst accommodation is being sourced, or planned independent support takes place to ensure that they are ready for tenancy.
We are inviting providers to participate in a market engagement exercise to help shape the future commissioning of accommodation and support services for these young people. This includes short, medium, and long-term provision for the following cohorts:
- 16-17-year-olds, looked after children, and children subject to S17 in Registered provision 
- Vulnerable 18-year-olds
- Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) aged 18+ - Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking children 16 - 18 - Registered provision 
- Mothers-to-be, or young mums under 18
This is a valuable opportunity to inform the design and delivery of a future block contract for bed-based services. It is accepted that as a provider you may be able to offer all or parts of this service, and we welcome your insights, innovations, and feedback through this Pre-Tender Market Engagement Questionnaire.
1. Organisation Details
• Organisation Name:
• Contact Name:
• Email Address:
• Telephone Number:
• Registered Address:
• Type of Organisation (e.g., Charity, Private Provider, Housing Association):
2. Service Overview
Please indicate your organisation's experience and capacity to provide accommodation and support for the following cohorts (tick all that apply):
- 16-17-year-olds, looked after children, and children subject to S17 in Registered provision 
- Vulnerable 18-year-olds
- Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) aged 18+ - Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking children 16 - 18 - Registered provision 
- Mothers-to-be, or young mums under 18
For each selected cohort, please briefly describe your current or previous service provision, including:
- Type of accommodation (e.g., shared, self-contained)
- Support model (e.g., 24/7 staffing, floating support)
- Outcomes achieved
3. Capacity and Delivery
- What is your current capacity (number of beds) for each cohort?
- What is your potential capacity to scale up within 3-6 months?
- What geographical areas do you currently operate in or could expand to?
- What is your preferred contract length (e.g., 1 year, 3 years, 5 years)?
4. Service Design and Innovation
- What models of support do you believe are most effective for each cohort?
- How do you ensure trauma-informed, culturally competent, and age-appropriate support?
- What innovations or best practices would you recommend for this service?
- Would your offer include step down provision to post 18 accommodation and if so, how you deliver this service (for example satellite provision, changing bed spaces etc.)
5. Quality and Safeguarding
- How do you ensure quality assurance and continuous improvement?
- What safeguarding policies and procedures do you have in place?
- How do you involve young people in service design and feedback?
6. Commercial and Contracting
- What pricing models would you propose (e.g., block contract, spot purchase, tiered pricing)?
- What is your indicative weekly cost per bed for each cohort?
- What are your views on risk-sharing and performance-based payments?
7. Additional Comments
Please provide any other suggestions, considerations, or feedback that could help shape the future tender.
Submission Instructions
Please return your completed questionnaire to carol.woodfield@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk by Friday 1st August 2025.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082337-2025 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic, Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | 1 Jul 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 27 Jan 2027 - 26 Jan 2033 |
| 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 | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BIRMINGHAM CHILDREN'S TRUST COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B6 4DU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England), TLG3 West Midlands, TLG31 Birmingham |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85311300 - Welfare services for children and young people

## Release History

- 12 Dec 2025 at 10:38 - PlanningUpdate - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082337-2025
- 12 Dec 2025 at 09:53 - PlanningUpdate - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082308-2025
- 11 Dec 2025 at 17:49 - PlanningUpdate - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082241-2025
- 16 Jul 2025 at 14:37 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040604-2025
- 16 Jul 2025 at 13:40 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040556-2025
- 23 May 2025 at 09:45 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025891-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082337-2025
  12th December 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082308-2025
  12th December 2025 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082241-2025
  11th December 2025 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040604-2025
  16th July 2025 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040556-2025
  16th July 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025891-2025
  23rd May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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