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Provision of Post 16 Supported Accommodation and Support Services Framework (2)

Bradford Children & Families Trust · Tender notice on Find a Tender

Tender information last checkedLast checked 2 Oct 2026, 10:56.

Opportunity overview

Bradford Children & Families Trust (BCFT) intends to procure a new Open Framework Agreement for the provision of Supported Accommodation and Support Services for vulnerable young people aged 16 to 25, including looked-after children, care leavers, and unaccompanied asylum-seeking children (UASC). The proposed Framework will support the delivery of a wide range of accommodation models and associated support designed to promote independence, improve outcomes, and reduce off-framework placements. BCFT seeks to work with providers who can demonstrate continuous improvement in delivering value for money by adopting efficient and innovative approaches to meet the needs of children and young people. Providers must be able to deliver services in accordance with the Children Act 1989, the Care Leavers (England) Regulations 2010, and the Supported Accommodation (England) Regulations 2023, among other statutory requirements. The will consist of 5 Lots, which are as follows: Lot 2: Single Occupancy / Supported Tenancy, Lot 3: Specialist UASC Accommodation (Shared & Single), Lot 4: Emergency and Crisis Accommodation, Lot 5: Supported Accommodation in Private Residence (Supported Lodgings), and Lot 6: Outreach and Floating Support. The Framework will commence from 1st December 2026, for a period of up to 8 years.

Classification

  • CPV85300000 — Social work and related services
  • CPV85311000 — Social work services with accommodation

Lots

  • Lot 2: Single Occupancy / Supported Tenancy£4.5m
  • Lot 3: Specialist UASC Accommodation (Shared & Single)£4m
  • Lot 4: Emergency and Crisis Accommodation£100k
  • Lot 5: Supported Accommodation in Private Residence (Supported Lodgings)£500k
  • Lot 6: Outreach and Floating Support£150k

Documents and notices

Published notice details

Additional information from the published procurement release. Fields appear only when supplied by the source; check the original notice and tender documents before acting.

Scope, procedure and submissions

Id
T
Status
active
Procurement Method
open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Main Procurement Category
services
Above Threshold
Yes

Legal basis

Id
2023/54
Scheme
UKPGA

Special regime

lightTouch

Techniques

Has Framework Agreement
Yes

Framework Agreement

Method
withAndWithoutReopeningCompetition
Type
closed
Description
Once a supplier has successfully passed the Pre-Selection Questionnaire (PSQ) stage, they must achieve a minimum pass mark of 70% at the tender evaluation stage to be considered for inclusion in the framework. This ensures that only suppliers meeting the required quality and compliance standards progress to the framework agreement. If a provider is unsuccessful, they will have the opportunity to bid in March 2027.

Submission terms

Electronic Submission Policy
allowed

Languages

en

Tender Period

Ends
1 Jun 2026, 11:00

Enquiry period

Ends
19 May 2026, 17:00

Expected award period

Ends
11 Aug 2026, 23:59

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
LOT-0001
Title
Lot 2: Single Occupancy / Supported Tenancy
Description
Solo placements for young people with higher or risk-managed needs. 24/7 crisis support available. Individualised support focused on safety, resilience, and independence. Accommodation must be within 20 miles of Bradford. Properties can be provider-owned, private, or social landlord. Minimum support: 3 hrs/week (16–17), 1 hr/week (18+). Extra support hours are purchasable via Lot 6. Providers must complete Location Risk Assessments for each property.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes

Value

Including VAT
5,400,000
Amount
4,500,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Quality Criteria

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
60
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
price
Name
Price

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Dec 2026, 00:00
Ends
30 Nov 2031, 23:59
Max Extent Date
30 Nov 2034, 23:59

Renewal

Description
1+1+1
Entry 2
Id
LOT-0002
Title
Lot 3: Specialist UASC Accommodation (Shared & Single)
Description
• Tailored for Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC), aged 16–17. • Trauma-informed, culturally sensitive support with access to interpreters and legal advice. • Staff must understand the asylum process and provide emotional, educational, and practical support. • Accommodation can be shared or single, with 24/7 on-site staff. • Minimum of 3 hours/week support (16–17), 1 hour/week (18+). • Emphasis on integration, independence, and community participation.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes

Value

Including VAT
4,800,000
Amount
4,000,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Quality Criteria

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
60
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
price
Name
Price

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Dec 2026, 00:00
Ends
30 Nov 2031, 23:59
Max Extent Date
30 Nov 2034, 23:59

Renewal

Description
1+1+1
Entry 3
Id
LOT-0003
Title
Lot 4: Emergency and Crisis Accommodation
Description
• Short-term emergency placements (max 28 days) for 16–17-year-olds. • Used in cases of immediate homelessness or placement breakdown. • Preferably located adjacent to group living facilities with 24/7 staffing. • Must comply with Ofsted regulations. • Available 365 days a year
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes

Value

Including VAT
120,000
Amount
100,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Quality Criteria

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
60
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
price
Name
Price

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Dec 2026, 00:00
Ends
30 Nov 2031, 23:59
Max Extent Date
30 Nov 2034, 23:59

Renewal

Description
1+1+1
Entry 4
Id
LOT-0004
Title
Lot 5: Supported Accommodation in Private Residence (Supported Lodgings)
Description
• Young person lives in a private home with a trained host (not as a family member). • Offers a safe, supportive environment to build independence. • Hosts are recruited and supported by a registered provider. • Bridges the gap between care and independent living. • Must meet minimum safer recruitment standards.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes

Value

Including VAT
600,000
Amount
500,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Quality Criteria

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
60
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
price
Name
Price

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Dec 2026, 00:00
Ends
30 Nov 2031, 23:59
Max Extent Date
30 Nov 2034, 23:59

Renewal

Description
1+1+1
Entry 5
Id
LOT-0005
Title
Lot 6: Outreach and Floating Support
Description
• Community-based support for young people in their own tenancies. • Focus on tenancy sustainment, emotional resilience, and life skills. • Support available 7 days a week, 8am–8pm, with 24/7 crisis access. • Staffing ratio: 1 staff to 8 young people (max). • Providers must have local knowledge and support positive neighbour relations. • Support is flexible, creative, and outcome-focused
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes

Value

Including VAT
180,000
Amount
150,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
quality
Name
Quality Criteria

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
60
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
price
Name
Price

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
30
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Dec 2026, 00:00
Ends
30 Nov 2031, 23:59
Max Extent Date
30 Nov 2034, 23:59

Renewal

Description
1+1+1

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
LOT-0001
Related Lot
LOT-0001

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
85311000
Description
Social work services with accommodation
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
85300000
Description
Social work and related services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKE
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 2
Id
LOT-0002
Related Lot
LOT-0002

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
85311000
Description
Social work services with accommodation
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
85300000
Description
Social work and related services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKE
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 3
Id
LOT-0003
Related Lot
LOT-0003

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
85311000
Description
Social work services with accommodation
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
85300000
Description
Social work and related services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKE
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 4
Id
LOT-0004
Related Lot
LOT-0004

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
85311000
Description
Social work services with accommodation
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
85300000
Description
Social work and related services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKE
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 5
Id
LOT-0005
Related Lot
LOT-0005

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
85311000
Description
Social work services with accommodation
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
85300000
Description
Social work and related services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKE
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom

Published documents

Entry 1
Id
conflictOfInterest
Document Type
conflictOfInterest
Description
Not published
Entry 2
Id
040757-2026
Document Type
tenderNotice
Notice Type
UK4
Description
Tender notice on Find a Tender
Published
1 May 2026, 21:00
Format
text/html

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Name
Bradford Children & Families Trust
Id
GB-PPON-PRBL-9974-CGBN

Identifier

Scheme
GB-PPON
Id
PRBL-9974-CGBN

Address

Street Address
Sir Henry Mitchell House, 4 Manchester Road
Locality
Bradford
Postal Code
BD5 0QL
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Region
UKE41

Contact

Name
BCFT Procurement
Telephone
+44 01234567890

Roles

buyer

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
UK_CA_TYPE
Id
publicAuthoritySubCentralGovernment
Description
Public authority - sub-central government

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · Bradford · UKE41 · BD5 0QL · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKE · United Kingdom

Notice and amendment history

1 published notice version reviewed by ProcuraAxis.

1 VERSION
  1. 040757-2026Tender notice on Find a Tender ·