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title: "SOL Homes for Ukraine (Ukrainian Host & Guest Support) 2026"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05918c"
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buyer: "SOLIHULL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL"
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# SOL Homes for Ukraine (Ukrainian Host & Guest Support) 2026

Buyer: SOLIHULL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05918c

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## Summary

Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council is initiating a procurement process entitled "SOL Homes for Ukraine (Ukrainian Host & Guest Support) 2026." This tender falls under the services category, specifically focusing on social work and community services, with the main delivery region being Solihull, UK (UKG32). It is currently at the tender stage, with crucial deadlines including the end of the enquiry period on 22nd June 2026, submission deadline on 10th July 2026, and contract commencement set for 1st December 2026. The council seeks to commission support services for both Ukrainian guests and UK sponsors under the Homes for Ukraine Sponsorship Scheme. The procurement method is open, adhering to an open procedure as per The Procurement Act 2023, with an estimated contract value including extensions up to £1,008,000 over a three-year duration, potentially extendable by two additional years.

This tender represents a robust opportunity for businesses, especially those experienced in delivering social work and support services, to expand their service offerings and establish themselves in the public sector domain. Suitably, the tender is open to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), provided they meet economic criteria, including a minimum turnover threshold and the acceptance of a fixed payment rate. The tender prioritises quality evaluation, making it ideal for businesses with innovative and effective service delivery models that can enhance the resettlement process for Ukrainian refugees. The competitive landscape requires firms to demonstrate technical expertise and sustainability in managing sponsorship schemes, thus presenting a unique opportunity for businesses to intertwine social impact with commercial growth.

## Notice

The Council is looking to commission a service to support individuals and families displaced by the conflict in Ukraine through the Homes for Ukraine Sponsorship Scheme. Solihull Council delivers the Homes for Ukraine (HfU) scheme locally, ensuring that both Ukrainian guests and their UK sponsors receive appropriate advice, support, and access to services. The service has two main functions: * Sponsor Support: To ensure host households are equipped and supported to sustain sponsorship arrangements. * Guest Support: To help Ukrainian arrivals settle into life in Solihull, access services, and receive tailored assistance where needed. This tender opportunity falls under The Procurement Act 2023 Estimated contract value including extension options PS1,008,000. Contract duration: 3 years with the option to extend for up to a further 2 years. Relevant CPV codes: 85300000 Social work and related services 85312000 Social work services without accommodation 98000000 Other community, social and personal services Selection includes a minimum turnover threshold and acceptance of a fixed payment rate per individual, and evaluation will be against Quality, as per the associated tender documents. The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at https://solihull.my.site.com/s/ Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted electronically via https://solihull.my.site.com/s/ Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted to the above-mentioned address

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Up to 2 years to no later than 30/11/2029

Renewal: Up to 2 years

### Planning Information

Anticipated Process/Timescales* Market testing sent out: 2nd September 2025 Deadline for return from providers: 30th September 2025 Finalising Specification: November 2025 New tender released : December 2025 / January 2026 New model operational: 1st April 2026 *Subject to change

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053271-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| 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 | 5 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | 3 Nov 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2026 - 30 Nov 2029 |
| Recurrence | 2029-05-29 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,008,000 |
| Lots value | £1,008,000 |
| 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 | SOLIHULL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | SOLIHULL MBC |
| Locality | SOLIHULL |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B91 3QB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG32 Solihull |
| Local authority | Solihull |
| Electoral ward | St Alphege |
| Westminster constituency | Solihull West and Shirley |
| Delivery location | TLG32 Solihull |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 85300000 - Social work and related services
- 85312000 - Social work services without accommodation
- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

## Release History

- 5 Jun 2026 at 10:54 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053271-2026
- 1 Sep 2025 at 14:54 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052901-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053271-2026
  5th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052901-2025
  1st September 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://solihull.my.site.com/s/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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