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title: "Market Engagement for the Provision of Post 16 Supported Accommodation and Support Services-Framework (2)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067f7e"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "BRADFORD CHILDREN & FAMILIES TRUST"
published: "2026-04-09"
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# Market Engagement for the Provision of Post 16 Supported Accommodation and Support Services-Framework (2)

Buyer: BRADFORD CHILDREN & FAMILIES TRUST  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067f7e

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Bradford Children & Families Trust is currently in the planning stage for a framework agreement. The tender, titled "Market Engagement for the Provision of Post 16 Supported Accommodation and Support Services-Framework (2)," focuses on the social work services industry, specifically for youth support services. The engagement event is scheduled to take place on 22nd April 2026 via Microsoft Teams, with potential bidding documentation to be released by 5th May 2026. The trust, a public authority under sub-central government, is located in Bradford (BD5 0QL), United Kingdom, and the procurement process is focused on the Yorkshire and the Humber region. Notably, the procurement value is projected at £11,100,000 gross over the contract period from December 2026 to November 2034.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in providing social work services with accommodation, particularly those capable of delivering outcomes for young people aged 16 to 25, including looked-after children and care leavers. Businesses that are small to medium enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) will find the procurement especially well-suited due to the emphasis on having a diverse, high-quality provider base. Engaging with this tender could offer long-term growth prospects by establishing a relationship with a key local authority buyer and gaining involvement in a framework agreement that supports critical social care services.

## Notice

Purpose of the event: The session will provide an opportunity to: * Outline BCFT's commissioning intentions for Lots 2 to 6 * Clarify the scope, service models, and expectations across these Lots * Discuss key quality, compliance, and outcome requirements, including alignment with the Supported Accommodation (England) Regulations 2023 * Enable providers to ask questions and seek clarification in advance of the formal tender publication. The event forms part of BCFT's wider engagement with the market to ensure the Framework supports a diverse, high-quality provider base and delivers improved outcomes for young people aged 16 to 25, including looked-after children, care leavers, and unaccompanied asylum-seeking children (UASC). Framework Lots - Scope The Market Engagement Event will focus on Lots 2 to 6 only. Providers with an interest in delivering services within these Lots are strongly encouraged to attend. Further details on individual Lot requirements will be provided during the session. Event Details * Event: Additional Market Engagement Event * Focus: Lots 2-6 - Post 16 Supported Accommodation and Support Services Framework * Location: Microsoft Teams * Date and Time: Wednesday 22nd April - 11:00 until 11:45 Registration To register your interest in attending this Market Engagement Event, please email: ChildrensCommissioning@bradford.gov.uk . Please use the subject line: Market Engagement Event - Post 16 Supported Accommodation Framework (Lots 2-6). Joining instructions and further details will be shared with registered attendees ahead of the event. Procurement Portal. The formal procurement opportunity will be published via eu supply.com. Providers are advised to ensure they are registered on the portal to access documentation and submit any future bids.

### Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=104486&TID=100109650&B=

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032619-2026 |
| 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 | 9 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 5 May 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2026 - 30 Nov 2034 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £9,250,000 |
| 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 | BRADFORD CHILDREN & FAMILIES TRUST |
| Locality | BRADFORD |
| Post town | Bradford |
| Postcode | BD5 0QL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE41 Bradford |
| Local authority | Bradford |
| Electoral ward | City |
| Westminster constituency | Bradford West |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85310000 - Social work services
- 85311000 - Social work services with accommodation

## Release History

- 9 Apr 2026 at 18:30 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032619-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032619-2026
  9th April 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=104486&TID=100109650&B=
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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