---
title: "CBC-1985-FW-SK - Sixteen Plus Accommodation Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068e82"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-30"
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# CBC-1985-FW-SK - Sixteen Plus Accommodation Framework

Buyer: CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068e82

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## Summary

Central Bedfordshire Council has initiated a tender process for the "CBC-1985-FW-SK - Sixteen Plus Accommodation Framework", aimed at establishing a framework with suppliers to provide accommodation and support to care-experienced young people and unaccompanied asylum-seeking youth aged 16-18. The procurement falls under the social work and welfare services industry, covering multiple regions in the UK including UKH25, UKH24, and others. The procurement stage is currently in planning with a key deadline for document completion set for 18th May 2026. The process is under the framework agreement method, with the framework period running from 1st February 2027 to 1st February 2030. Future notices are scheduled for 1st November 2026, and engagement arrangements can be accessed through Central Bedfordshire Council's procurement portal.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in youth accommodation and welfare services, particularly those that are experienced in working with young vulnerable groups. It is particularly suited for SMEs looking to establish lasting partnerships in the public sector. Businesses that can offer innovative support solutions and have a robust understanding of the needs of this demographic may find this tender beneficial for expanding their service offerings and scaling their operations. The framework agreement aspect provides businesses the potential for stable and consistent work over several years, fostering growth and sustainability within the sector.

## Notice

Central Bedfordshire Council aims to establish a Framework between the Council and suppliers for the supply of accommodation and support to care experienced young people and unaccompanied asylum seeking young people aged 16-18 years only.

### Planning Information

Please review and complete the documents for the RFI which are on https://in-tendhost.co.uk/centralbedfordshire/aspx/Home

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040176-2026 |
| 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 |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Nov 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2027 - 1 Feb 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | SHEFFORD |
| Post town | Stevenage |
| Postcode | SG17 5TQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH25 Central Bedfordshire |
| Local authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Shefford |
| Westminster constituency | Hitchin |
| Delivery location | TLF24 West Northamptonshire, TLF25 North Northamptonshire, TLH12 Cambridgeshire CC, TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire, TLH21 Luton, TLH23 Hertfordshire CC, TLH24 Bedford, TLH25 Central Bedfordshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85311000 - Social work services with accommodation
- 85311300 - Welfare services for children and young people

## Release History

- 30 Apr 2026 at 16:12 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040176-2026
- 29 Apr 2026 at 16:50 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039501-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040176-2026
  30th April 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039501-2026
  29th April 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/centralbedfordshire/aspx/Home
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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