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title: "Supported Lodgings Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0560fb"
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# Supported Lodgings Framework

Buyer: BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0560fb

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## Summary

Bedford Borough Council has initiated a procurement process for its "Supported Lodgings Framework," aimed at providing social work services with accommodation for young people transitioning from care to independent living. Located in Bedford, this initiative falls under the services industry category and is part of a structured framework agreement. The open procedure procurement method, suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises and voluntary, community, and social enterprises, ensures inclusivity. The tender process reached its completion stage with a cancellation notice due to no compliant bids on 19th December 2025. Interested parties were invited to participate in a planning engagement event on 30th July 2025, preceding the tender's opening on 5th September, with submissions required by 5th October. The framework was originally set for a contract period starting on 10th November 2025 through to 2027, with potential extensions available until 2029.

This procurement process represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in social work services to contribute to community development by offering accommodation and support to young people. Suitable candidates would include organisations capable of providing supportive and stable environments for young individuals aged 16-25, facilitating their skills for independent living. By engaging with this framework, businesses can expand their portfolios and establish significant partnerships with Bedford Borough Council, driving impact through meaningful social work services. The open procedure and emphasis on qualitative and price criteria allow a diverse range of providers to compete effectively, enhancing their visibility and growth potential within the public sector.

## Notice

The Supported Lodgings service in Bedford provides a vital resource for young people transitioning from care to independent living. The supported lodgings service offers young people aged between 16-25 a safe and supportive environment where they can develop the skills needed for independent living. Hosts play a crucial role in providing stability and guidance during this transitional period. Objectives for project 1. Increase Host Recruitment: Drive a targeted recruitment campaign to attract more hosts. 2. Strengthen the Current Model: Explore alternative providers and create a framework to encourage participation. 3. Optimise Placements: Maximise the number of hosts and move young people from costly provisions to supported lodgings, generating savings and ensuring local placements.

### Planning Information

We are pleased to invite you to an early engagement virtual meeting on Wednesday 30th July 2025, where we will be discussing the development and future commissioning of Supported Lodgings in Bedford.
This session is an opportunity for providers to:
Learn more about our vision for Supported Lodgings
Share your insights and experiences
Help shape the service model and commissioning approach
Your input is highly valued, and we hope you can join us for this important conversation.
Please email zoe.shrehane@bedford.gov.uk with any questions and to request a invitation to the event.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085367-2025 |
| Notice type | UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | 1 Sep 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 10 Nov 2025 - 9 Nov 2027 |
| Recurrence | 2029-09-01 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £530,832 |
| Lots value | £530,832 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Cancelled |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | Missing |
| 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 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire, TLF25 North Northamptonshire, TLH11 Peterborough, TLH12 Cambridgeshire CC, TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire, TLJ12 Milton Keynes |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85311000 - Social work services with accommodation

## Release History

- 22 Dec 2025 at 12:35 - TenderCancellation - UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085367-2025
- 5 Sep 2025 at 09:45 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054183-2025
- 17 Jul 2025 at 10:08 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040834-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085367-2025
  22nd December 2025 - Procurement termination notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054183-2025
  5th September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040834-2025
  17th July 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bedford/aspx/Home
  All documents relating to the tender can be downloaded free of charge through Bedford Borough Council's E-Procurement Portal, In-Tend.

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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