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title: "AT1482 Supported Accommodation 16 & 17, 18-25 Years in Luton"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0646d2"
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current_stage: "Planning"
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published: "2026-02-04"
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# AT1482 Supported Accommodation 16 & 17, 18-25 Years in Luton

Buyer: LUTON COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0646d2

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## Summary

Luton Council is initiating a procurement process titled "AT1482 Supported Accommodation 16 & 17, 18-25 Years in Luton," focused on the social services industry within the UKH21 region. The project involves commissioning Ofsted registered Supported Accommodation Services for young people aged 16 and 17, along with services for those aged 18–25. The procurement is in the planning stage, with a significant milestone being a "Meet the Buyer" event scheduled for 24 February 2026. Interested parties should contact Caroline Sturman for participation. The procurement will progress through a light touch open framework, adhering to the Procurement Act 2023, and is set to offer a framework agreement with a contract period from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2036.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses, especially SMEs and VCSEs, within the supported accommodation sector. Those with active facilities located within a 30-mile radius of Luton Town Hall, possessing Ofsted registration for the provision of services to 16-17-year-olds, and demonstrating value for money, stand a competitive chance. The initiative aims to create a nurturing environment for young individuals transitioning to independence, making it a promising venture for providers committed to quality care and support services.

## Notice

Luton Council wish to commission Ofsted registered Supported Accommodation Services for young people aged 16 & 17 and services for 18 - 25 years, (Ofsted don't require accommodation for 18-25 years to be registered). The term 'young person' or 'young people' includes any person who is a looked after child or care leaver who is living in supported accommodation either through a placement or arrangement by the local authority. Supported accommodation is intended to provide high quality accommodation with support to enable young people to live semi independently, develop skills and prepare for adult life while keeping them in a safe, homely and nurturing environment. The Supported Accommodation (England) Regulations 2023 (the Regulations) requires all supported accommodation providers to register with Ofsted if they are providing care for young people aged 16 and 17 years of age. There will be 7 Lots in total split between 16-17 years and 18+ years care leavers. The Lots are aligned to the Categories of Accommodation as detailed in the Ofsted regulations. The procurement process will be a light touch open framework under Procurement Act 2023. Further information on the process will be given at the event. Please note: * This is not a contract for domiciliary care services * This is not a contract for supported living services for adults aged 18+ * You must have active accommodation and be an experienced, established provider ready to receive referrals from the start of the contract * If providing services for 16-17 years you must be Ofsted registered * Accommodation must be within a 30 mile radius of the town hall * Providers must be able to demonstrate value for money A Meet the Buyer event will take place on 24 February 2026 @ 4pm (16:00) via Microsoft Teams and if you would like an invite to find our more about the opportunity please email Caroline.sturman@luton.gov.uk and you will be sent an invite.

### Planning Information

Luton Council wish to commission Ofsted registered Supported Accommodation Services for young people aged 16 & 17 and services for 18 – 25 years, (Ofsted don’t require accommodation for 18-25 years to be registered). The term ‘young person’ or ‘young people’ includes any person who is a looked after child or care leaver who is living in supported accommodation either through a placement or arrangement by the local authority. Supported accommodation is intended to provide high quality accommodation with support to enable young people to live semi independently, develop skills and prepare for adult life while keeping them in a safe, homely and nurturing environment. 
The Supported Accommodation (England) Regulations 2023 (the Regulations) requires all supported accommodation providers to register with Ofsted if they are providing care for young people aged 16 and 17 years of age. 
There will be 7 Lots in total split between 16-17 years and 18+ years care leavers. The Lots are aligned to the Categories of Accommodation as detailed in the Ofsted regulations.
The procurement process will be a light touch open framework under Procurement Act 2023. Further information on the process will be given at the event. 
Please note: 
• This is not a contract for domiciliary care services
• This is not a contract for supported living services for adults aged 18+
• You must have active accommodation and be an experienced, established provider ready to receive referrals from the start of the contract
• If providing services for 16-17 years you must be Ofsted registered
• Accommodation must be within a 30 mile radius of the town hall
• Providers must be able to demonstrate value for money 
A Meet the Buyer event will take place on 24 February 2026 @ 4pm (16:00) via Microsoft Teams and if you would like an invite to find our more about the opportunity please email Caroline.sturman@luton.gov.uk and you will be sent an invite.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009931-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 3 Mar 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2036 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £18,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LUTON COUNCIL |
| Locality | LUTON |
| Post town | Luton |
| Postcode | LU1 2BQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH21 Luton |
| Local authority | Luton |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Luton South and South Bedfordshire |
| Delivery location | TLH21 Luton |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85311000 - Social work services with accommodation

## Release History

- 4 Feb 2026 at 12:11 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009931-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009931-2026
  4th February 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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