--- title: "Temporary Accommodation, Off-the-Streets Accommodation, Accommodation-based Services and Floating Support Framework" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05f455" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05f455" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05f455.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05f455.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "EXETER CITY COUNCIL" published: "2026-07-06" --- # Temporary Accommodation, Off-the-Streets Accommodation, Accommodation-based Services and Floating Support Framework Buyer: EXETER CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f455 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05f455) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05f455.json) ## Summary Exeter City Council has initiated an open tender process to establish a framework for providing accommodation and support services under the Light Touch Regime. This initiative, titled "Temporary Accommodation, Off-the-Streets Accommodation, Accommodation-based Services and Floating Support Framework," focuses on homelessness prevention and support services targeting vulnerable adults and families. The procurement process is structured into four lots, each addressing different aspects of accommodation and support needs. The tender process is currently in the tender stage, with a closing date for submissions on 28 August 2026. The procurement is valued at £18 million and covers regions within the United Kingdom with delivery expected to commence on 1 October 2026 and run through to 31 March 2031. The framework presents numerous opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses specialised in social work services with accommodation. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate due to the nature of the projects that allow for flexibility, such as direct awards and mini-competitions within the framework. The open procurement method enhances accessibility for diverse businesses, fostering competitive growth within the accommodation and support services industry. Suitable candidates would ideally have experience or interest in social welfare, emergency housing solutions, and tenant support services. This initiative not only addresses urgent social needs but also stimulates local economic activity, aligning with Exeter City Council’s commitment to social value and community welfare. ## Notice Exeter City Council seeks to establish a four-lot framework under the Light Touch Regime to secure accommodation and support services to meet statutory duties relating to homelessness prevention, relief, and placement; safeguarding of vulnerable adults and families; and delivery of outcome focused support. The framework will enable call offs (Mini competitions or direct awards, where permitted) across the following lots: Lot 1: Temporary Accommodation (TA) - Short-term, reactive placements, to include placements out of hours, (incl. nightly paid) for individuals/families pursuant to duties under Part 7 of the Housing Act 1996 (as Amended). Lot 2: Off the Streets Accommodation - Emergency beds and rapid access units (including respite provision) for same day placements for rough sleepers, people at immediate risk of rough sleeping and those not eligible for statutory support. Lot 3: Accommodation-based Services - Accommodation with intensive housing management function; will support tenants with pathway progression to independence. Lot 4: Floating Support - support that is not linked to any specific property; will support individuals to sustain tenancies and prevent homelessness. Note: ECC is not guaranteeing volumes at this stage. ### Lot Information Temporary Accommodation (TA) Short-term, reactive placements, to include placements out of hours, (incl. nightly paid) for individuals/families pursuant to duties under Part 7 of the Housing Act 1996 (as Amended). Off-the-Streets Accommodation Emergency beds and rapid access units (including respite provision) for same day placements for rough sleepers, people at immediate risk of rough sleeping and those not eligible for statutory support. Accommodation-based Services Accommodation with intensive housing management function; will support tenants with pathway progression to independence. Floating Support Support that is not linked to any specific property; will support individuals to sustain tenancies and prevent homelessness ### Planning Information Exeter City Council (ECC) is inviting suppliers to take part in a pre-market engagement process to help shape the future procurement of Temporary Accommodation, Supported Accommodation, and Floating Support services. How to Participate 1) Register to our procurement portal www.advantageswtenders.co.uk 2) Follow our direct link to the opportunity > https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=fc797f12-4a03-f111-813c-005056b64545&p=69ce52d6-e03c-e511-80ed-000c29c9ba21 3) Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) and keep up to date with notifications and engagement activities All communication, sharing of documents and engagement activities will be directed through our procurement portal. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063240-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender 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 | 6 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 28 Aug 2026 | | Future notice date | 1 Jul 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 31 Mar 2031 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £18,000,000 | | Lots value | £13,700,000 | | 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 | EXETER CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | EXETER | | Post town | Exeter | | Postcode | EX1 1JN | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon | | ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC | | Local authority | Exeter | | Electoral ward | St David's | | Westminster constituency | Exeter | | Delivery location | TLK4 Devon | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85311000 - Social work services with accommodation - 85312000 - Social work services without accommodation ## Release History - 6 Jul 2026 at 13:26 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063240-2026 - 23 Jun 2026 at 07:04 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058734-2026 - 25 Mar 2026 at 11:33 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027243-2026 - 25 Feb 2026 at 10:54 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016776-2026 - 6 Feb 2026 at 11:42 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010878-2026 - 12 Dec 2025 at 08:34 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082267-2025 - 11 Dec 2025 at 17:32 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082233-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063240-2026 6th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058734-2026 23rd June 2026 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027243-2026 25th March 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016776-2026 25th February 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010878-2026 6th February 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082267-2025 12th December 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082233-2025 11th December 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - www.advantageswtenders.co.uk All tender documents will be available exclusively via procurement portal (www.advantageswtenders.co.uk). Registration is free of charge. Direct Link (LIVE FROM 6 JULY 2026) - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=881b5b6d-1e6e-f111-813c-005056b64545&p=69ce52d6-e03c-e511-80ed-000c29c9ba21 ## Notice URLs - https://exeter.gov.uk/ - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=881b5b6d-1e6e-f111-813c-005056b64545&p=69ce52d6-e03c-e511-80ed-000c29c9ba21 - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=fc797f12-4a03-f111-813c-005056b64545&p=69ce52d6-e03c-e511-80ed-000c29c9ba21 - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05f455. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05f455.json.