Scope
Reference
SOL30097
Description
This service is to provide information, advice, and support services to Ukrainian refugees and their sponsors under the Solihull Homes for Ukraine scheme. Project Background Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council (SMBC) delivers the Homes for Ukraine (HfU) scheme locally, ensuring that both Ukrainian guests and their UK sponsors receive appropriate advice, support, and access to services. Since April 2024, this support has been delivered by an external voluntary sector partner with specialist experience in refugee resettlement. The service has two main functions: • Sponsor Support: To ensure host households are equipped and supported to sustain sponsorship arrangements. • Guest Support: To help Ukrainian arrivals settle into life in Solihull, access services, and receive tailored assistance where needed. The Council is preparing for the next phase of the programme, which will run from 1 April 2026 for one year, with the option to extend for a further two years (subject to funding). This exercise is being carried out to support future delivery planning.
Total value (estimated)
- £1,500,000 excluding VAT
- £1,800,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029
- 3 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85312000 - Social work services without accommodation
- 85300000 - Social work and related services
- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services
Contract locations
- UKG32 - Solihull
Engagement
Engagement deadline
30 September 2025
Engagement process description
Anticipated Process/Timescales* Market testing sent out: 2nd September 2025 Deadline for return from providers: 30th September 2025 Finalising Specification: November 2025 New tender released : December 2025 / January 2026 New model operational: 1st April 2026 *Subject to change
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
3 November 2025
Procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Solihull MBC
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PGWC-7578-LYDG
The Council House, Manor Square
Solihull
B91 3QB
United Kingdom
Contact name: Corporate Procurement Service
Telephone: 0121 704 6089
Email: procteam@solihull.gov.uk
Website: https://solihull.my.site.com/s/
Region: UKG32 - Solihull
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government