Scope
Description
Bedford Borough Council is looking for a provider for Temporary Accommodation Support Service with a focus on multi tenure support, tenancy sustainability, homelessness prevention and supported move on.
Contract dates (estimated)
- 2 November 2026 to 1 November 2029
- Possible extension to 1 November 2031
- 5 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85300000 - Social work and related services
Contract locations
- UKH24 - Bedford
Engagement
Engagement deadline
24 February 2026
Engagement process description
Online Event Details:
Date: 24.02.2026
Time: 14:00 - 15:00
Location: Microsoft Teams Meeting
Dear Provider,
We are pleased to invite you to a Market Engagement Event regarding an upcoming tender opportunity for a Temporary Accommodation Support Service.
The purpose of this session is to:
• Share an overview of the proposed service
• Outline the commissioning intentions and anticipated procurement timeline
• Provide an opportunity for providers to ask questions and share feedback ahead of the formal tender process
Please note that this service will not include any regulated care activities.
We encourage all interested providers to attend, particularly those with experience in delivering housing-related support, tenancy sustainment, or similar enabling services.
If you would like to attend, please express your interest by emailing adultsstrategiccommissioning@bedford.gov.uk
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
20 March 2026
Procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Bedford Borough Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PLCV-4616-VTHL
Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street
Bedford
MK42 9AP
United Kingdom
Contact name: Claire Churchley
Email: adultsstrategiccommissioning@bedford.gov.uk
Website: https://www.bedford.gov.uk/
Region: UKH24 - Bedford
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government