Bridgend County Borough Council Provision of an Older Persons Housing Related Support Service
Description
Scope
Reference
OPEN20261076
Description
An Open Framework for Supported and Temporary Accommodation for Children, Young People, Adults and Families. The lotting structure for the framework is as per the following:
Lot 1 – Solo accommodation with on-site support (Children and Young People)
Lot 2 – Shared accommodation with on-site support (Children and Young People)
Lot 3 – Dispersed accommodation (16+) (Children and Young People)
Lot 4 – Care Leavers accommodation (Children and Young People)
Lot 5 – Floating support (Children and Young People)
Lot 6 – Temporary Accommodation (Adults & Families)
Lot 7 – Supported Accommodation (Adults & Families)
Commercial tool
Establishes an open frameworkWhat is an open framework?
Total value (estimated)
- £75,000,000 excluding VAT
- £90,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 October 2026 to 30 September 2034
- 8 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85300000 – Social work and related services
Contract locations
- UKC11 – Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees
Lot 1. Solo accommodation with on-site support (Children and Young People)
Description
The accommodation will be designed
for the sole use of the young person
placed there, or for the young person
and others that may live as part of their
family unit, for example, their partner,
sibling and children.
The support provided will be flexible to
meet the needs of young people and
will be aligned to their assessment.
Support will be expected to be tailor
Lot value (estimated)
- £75,000,000 excluding VAT
- £90,000,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. Shared accommodation with on-site support (Children and Young People)
Description
Young people will have their own
bedroom, may have their own
bathroom, may share communal areas.
There will be support on site available
24 hours per day with flexibility to offer
direct l 1:1 support for each young
person.
Lot value (estimated)
- £75,000,000 excluding VAT
- £90,000,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 3. Lot 3 – Dispersed accommodation (16+) (Children and Young People)
Description
This accommodation will be designed to
support young people who do not need
24-hour on-site support but have
support available to them on a regular
basis. Support provided will be flexible
to meet the needs of young people in
line with their assessed need
Lot value (estimated)
- £75,000,000 excluding VAT
- £90,000,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 4. Care Leavers accommodation (Children and Young People)
Description
This accommodation will be designed to
support Care Leavers who can be
supported under this model.
Lot value (estimated)
- £75,000,000 excluding VAT
- £90,000,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 5. Floating support (Children and Young People)
Description
Service Providers will provide support
to eligible young people residing in
property owned or rented by either
themselves or the Council.
Support will be time limited for young
people transitioning to independence.
Lot value (estimated)
- £75,000,000 excluding VAT
- £90,000,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 6. Temporary Accommodation (Adults & Families)
Description
The accommodation required under this lot is temporary accommodation units for individuals and families identified as having non-complex needs.
Lot value (estimated)
- £75,000,000 excluding VAT
- £90,000,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 7. Supported Accommodation (Adults & Families)
Description
The accommodation required is supported accommodation for
individuals/couples identified as having complex needs and who need support to achieve independent living.
Lot value (estimated)
- £75,000,000 excluding VAT
- £90,000,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Framework
Open framework scheme end date (estimated)
30 September 2034
Maximum number of suppliers
Unlimited
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
When it becomes necessary to call off from the specific Framework lot the Council may use either of the options below at its discretion:
1. Orders may be placed directly with the Framework Provider under the following conditions:
1A) Continuity of Care Direct Award
The Authority may directly award a Block Contract to an incumbent Framework Supplier where:
– the accommodation units are currently occupied by Service Users receiving support services from that Supplier;
– the Authority has undertaken an assessment of the impact of transferring the Service Users to an alternative Provider;
– the Authority reasonably concludes that continuity of care is necessary because changing Provider would present a material risk to one or more Service Users, including risks relating to safeguarding, wellbeing, stability of placement, continuity of support, recovery outcomes, tenancy sustainment or other care and support outcomes; and
– the Authority records the reasons for its decision in writing.
Where this Clause applies, the Block Contract shall be awarded to the incumbent Framework Supplier delivering the services from the relevant accommodation units.
1B) Purpose-Built Accommodation Direct Award
The Authority may directly award a Block Contract where:
– the accommodation is purpose-built, specifically adapted or uniquely configured for the delivery of the Services required under the Call-Off Contract;
– the accommodation is owned, leased, operated or otherwise controlled by a Framework Supplier;
– the Authority reasonably determines that the accommodation constitutes a material feature of the Service requirement and that equivalent accommodation is not reasonably available without significant disruption, delay or additional cost; and
the Authority records the reasons for its decision in writing.
Where this Clause applies, the Block Contract may be awarded to the Framework Supplier controlling the relevant accommodation.
1C) Individual Placement Agreements
Where the Authority requires accommodation and support for an individual Service User, the Authority may issue a Value in Care form to all Framework Suppliers within the relevant Lot.
The Value in Care From may be updated when deemed necessary depending on the requirements of the Call-Off but will include:
– the Service User’s assessed needs;
– required outcomes;
– risk information;
– accommodation requirements;
– support requirements; and
– any other information considered relevant by the Authority.
Framework Suppliers will be invited to submit a Value In Care Proposal in the form specified by the Authority.
Assessment of Individual Placement Proposals
The Authority shall establish a Brokerage Panel comprising appropriately qualified officers. The Brokerage Panel shall assess all compliant Individual Placement Proposals received against the following criteria:
– suitability of the accommodation;
– ability to meet the assessed needs of the Service User;
– safeguarding and risk management arrangements;
– ability to achieve identified outcomes;
– location and accessibility requirements;
– value for money; and
– any other criteria specified within the Individual Placement Request.
The Brokerage Panel shall score or evaluate proposals in accordance with the assessment methodology set out in the Individual Placement Request.
Following evaluation of Individual Placement Proposals, the Authority may directly award an Individual Placement Agreement to the Framework Supplier whose proposal is determined by the Brokerage Panel to provide the Most Suitable Placement.
The decision of the Brokerage Panel shall be documented and retained by the Authority as the objective mechanism for supplier selection under this Framework.
2. A mini competition may be carried out, in which case all contractors appointed to the Framework lot will be invited to bid.
Mini Competition Criteria Mini Competition Weighting
Quality – to be set by Council Officer conducting further competition based on the Percentage Weighting Range 0% – 100%
Price – to be set by Council Officer conducting further competition based on the Percentage Weighting Range 0% – 100%
Award method when using the framework
Either with or without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Participation
Particular suitability
Lot 1. Solo accommodation with on-site support (Children and Young People)
Lot 2. Shared accommodation with on-site support (Children and Young People)
Lot 3. Lot 3 – Dispersed accommodation (16+) (Children and Young People)
Lot 4. Care Leavers accommodation (Children and Young People)
Lot 5. Floating support (Children and Young People)
Lot 6. Temporary Accommodation (Adults & Families)
Lot 7. Supported Accommodation (Adults & Families)
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
1 September 2026, 11:59pm
Tender submission deadline
7 September 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
The deadline for responding to this Invitation to Tender (ITT) is before 12:00 (noon) on 07th September 2026. Submissions including uploading of all Procurement Documentation must be completed before 12:00 (noon). See ‘Procurement Timetable’ and ‘How to respond to this opportunity’.
Any Tender received after 12.00 noon will not be accepted.
Tenders must be submitted electronically via the Open system (www.open-uk.org) within Questionnaire(s) via the Answer Summary section. Submissions received through any other means may be rejected.
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Tenders submitted via postal, or email methods will not be accepted.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
15 September 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Ofsted Registration Status (Lots 1-3) | Quality |
| Organisational Status (Lots 4 & 5) | Quality |
| Organisational Status (Lots 4 & 5) | Quality |
| Licensing (lots 4,6,7) | Quality |
| Licencing (lots 4,6,7) | Quality |
| Licences (lots 1-7) | Quality |
| Licences (Lots 1-7) | Quality |
Weighting description
The award criteria to be awarded a place on the framework is through a series of Pass/ Fail questions.
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
ProcedureProcedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Stockton on Tees Borough Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PCVQ-6435-GNMW
Dunedin House, Columbia Drive, Thornaby
Stockton on Tees
TS17 6BJ
United Kingdom
Email: jacob.headlam@stockton.gov.uk
Region: UKC11 – Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees
Organisation type: Public authority – sub-central government
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