--- title: "CT0627 - Temporary Accommodation & Associated Services Flexible Purchasing System (re-opening 2025)" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000797560" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000797560" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000797560.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000797560.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL" published: "2025-05-07" --- # CT0627 - Temporary Accommodation & Associated Services Flexible Purchasing System (re-opening 2025) Buyer: THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000797560 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000797560) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000797560.json) ## Summary The City of Edinburgh Council is reopening its flexible purchasing system for temporary accommodation and associated services, presenting a significant opportunity for suppliers in 2025. This procurement, titled "CT0627 - Temporary Accommodation & Associated Services Flexible Purchasing System (re-opening 2025)", falls under the industry category of general public services and is specifically targeted at increasing Edinburgh’s capacity for temporary accommodation. The procurement stage is currently active with the tender process ongoing, and interested suppliers should liaise with the Council by March 31, 2026. This initiative encompasses regions like Edinburgh (UKM75) and is conducted through an award procedure without prior publication, emphasising both cost-efficiency and quality, with values estimated around GBP 430 million. This tender offers dynamic growth opportunities for businesses in the housing and accommodation sector, especially those specialising in private rented accommodations, home shares, and shared housing. Businesses with innovative solutions for adaptable, resident-focused accommodation services can benefit significantly. Participation does not require immediate availability of properties, thus allowing a broader range of suppliers to engage. The Council encourages training on the PCS-Tender portal, thus equipping businesses to navigate the procurement system effectively. Companies with robust insurance, financial stability, and proficiency in property management are well-suited to compete, fostering an environment of continuous service improvement and enhancing their portfolio in the public sector market. ## Notice The City of Edinburgh Council is re-opening its flexible purchasing system for temporary accommodation to invite new suppliers to provide services in 2025. This is a long-term opportunity with the aim to further increase Edinburgh's capacity for temporary accommodation. The Council require accommodation and associated services which are tailored to resident's needs, can adapt by flexing capacity whilst having a focus on value for money and allows continued change and improvement. This re-opening of the purchasing system will apply to the following within Category 1 - Temporary Accommodation with Access to Visiting Support. Category 1a - Private Rented Accommodation, Category 1b - Home Share, Category 1c - Shared House. Any providers with potential capacity should email ruth.lavery@edinburgh.gov.uk or kat.mcclory@edinburgh.gov.uk to express interest ahead of completing your tender submission. Please note, providers will not be required to have a property currently available to engage with the opportunity. The Council will be using the PCS-Tender online portal to run and manage the opportunity, and as such strongly encourage interested potential providers to attend training on the operation of the purchasing system and PCS-T. The estimated framework value indicated in this notice is the original value which has been utilised from the start of the FPS via call-off. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Providers will be required to provide accommodation and property management only. Which should allow access to visiting support services if required by residents. This category is designed to provide accommodation, through various types of accommodation to households who are assessed as homeless. Sub-Categories will be used to further detail the requirements for the specific types of accommodation. Temporary Accommodation which the Council has an immediate need for (please see individual specifications for more information); - Private Rented Accommodation - Home Share - Shared House (preferred Shared House Accommodation would be self-contained flats within a block). There may be further sub-categories added at a later date, this will be clearly communicated and operated in line with the Council's requirements and preferred forms of accommodation.. Please see Bidder Guidance Document for more information on the operation of the Purchasing System and how to apply. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY529795 | | Notice type | OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts) | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Limited | | Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 7 May 2025 | | Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £430,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | 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 | THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL | | Locality | EDINBURGH | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH8 8BG | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh | | Local authority | City of Edinburgh | | Electoral ward | City Centre | | Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh | | Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85300000 - Social work and related services - 85310000 - Social work services - 85311000 - Social work services with accommodation ## Release History - 7 May 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY529795 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY529795 CT0627 - Temporary Accommodation & Associated Services Flexible Purchasing System (re-opening 2025) - The City of Edinburgh Council is re-opening its flexible purchasing system for temporary accommodation to invite new suppliers to provide services in 2025. This is a long-term opportunity with the aim to further increase Edinburgh's capacity for temporary accommodation. The Council require accommodation and associated services which are tailored to resident's needs, can adapt by flexing capacity whilst having a focus on value for money and allows continued change and improvement. This re-opening of the purchasing system will apply to the following within Category 1 - Temporary Accommodation with Access to Visiting Support. Category 1a - Private Rented Accommodation, Category 1b - Home Share, Category 1c - Shared House. Any providers with potential capacity should email ruth.lavery@edinburgh.gov.uk or kat.mcclory@edinburgh.gov.uk to express interest ahead of completing your tender submission. Please note, providers will not be required to have a property currently available to engage with the opportunity. The Council will be using the PCS-Tender online portal to run and manage the opportunity, and as such strongly encourage interested potential providers to attend training on the operation of the purchasing system and PCS-T. The estimated framework value indicated in this notice is the original value which has been utilised from the start of the FPS via call-off. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.edinburgh.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000797560 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ssi/2015/446/contents/made - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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