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title: "Temporary / Emergency Accommodation"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067b2f"
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buyer: "DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# Temporary / Emergency Accommodation

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067b2f

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## Summary

Durham County Council has initiated an open procurement process for the provision of temporary and emergency accommodation within County Durham and its neighbouring authorities. The tender, titled "Temporary / Emergency Accommodation," falls under the services category and is valued at approximately £7.5 million. This opportunity is currently in the tender stage and employs an open procedure, allowing accommodation providers to apply to be included on the list throughout the contract's lifetime without exclusivity or guaranteed service volumes. Providers must adhere to relevant legislation, and applications can be submitted until 21st April 2026, with the award period concluding on 1st May 2026. Accommodation is needed in a variety of forms, including self-contained units, B&B, hotel rooms, and accessible options.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for accommodation providers, especially those specialising in hotel accommodation services, camping sites, and other non-hotel accommodation or general accommodation services. Businesses equipped to offer short-notice and adaptable accommodation solutions within the specified geographical area are particularly well-suited. Additionally, the open nature allows small to medium enterprises to participate. With no weighted criteria or price inputs influencing evaluations, the application process focuses on quality and suitability based on service requirements and professional judgement, making it accessible to diverse suppliers. The contract offers flexibility with direct call-offs, further aiding business expansion within the accommodation sector.

## Notice

Durham County Council is seeking to establish a list of accommodation providers who can provide temporary and emergency accommodation within the boundaries of County Durham and its neighbouring authorities. Accommodation required includes self-contained units, B&B / hotel rooms, and accessible options. Accommodation may be required at short notice and for varying durations. Providers must comply with all relevant legislation including the Housing Act 1996, Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, HHSRS, Equality Act 2010, and UK GDPR. This open list will allow the Council to make individual placement requests based on need, suitability, and availability. Acceptance onto the list provides for no form of exclusivity or volume guarantee by the Council for Services from the Provider and the Council is at all times entitled to enter into other contracts and agreements with other Providers for the provision of any Services. This list is an open list and accommodation providers can apply throughout the lifetime of the contract, please request and submit an application form either via www.open-uk.org or Corporate.Procurement@Durham.gov.uk A standstill period is not being applied to this opportunity

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: This contract is based on demand therefore the value may increase or decrease depending on usage.

Renewal: One extension of 12 months available subject to budget and commissioner approval

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030585-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,500,000 |
| Lots value | £7,500,000 |
| 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 | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5WB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Framwellgate and Newton Hall |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 55110000 - Hotel accommodation services
- 55200000 - Camping sites and other non-hotel accommodation
- 98341000 - Accommodation services

## Release History

- 1 Apr 2026 at 15:52 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030585-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030585-2026
  1st April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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