Scope
Description
Reading BC are completing an ITT exercise for the provision of Supported Living Framework
This Supported Living Framework will seamlessly replace the existing framework which is due to expire on 31 March 2026.
The new framework includes 3 lots and will seek to address gaps in the market and areas where improvement is required. These include:
Services that support complex needs.
Community Support options, particularly for those with care packages for minimal hours per week.
Self-contained accommodation options for Individuals who struggle to share facilities.
Move on options and pathways through the service to support people to greater independence.
Transition services for young adults.
Our aspirations for Supported Living will focus upon the following key areas:
Supporting the Life that Matters to You
Suitable Accommodation
Collaboration
Health
Stable staffing
Suppliers that would like to take part in this process are invited to "Express Interest" upon which they will be given access to the full documentation delivered through this portal. Documents can be accessed from the "My Tenders" area of this website by selecting the "View Details" button for the project.
Expressions of interest will only be accepted until 14.00hrs Monday, 27 October 2025.
Any questions relating to this opportunity should be made via the correspondence link on this portal.
Total value (estimated)
- £120,000,000 excluding VAT
- £150,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2031
- Possible extension to 1 April 2036
- 10 years, 1 day
Description of possible extension:
The Council believes that 5 years plus up to 5 years is an appropriate and proportionate model for the type of services being commissioned and the wider supported living market. This duration will help in fostering productive relationships with suppliers; will help to ensure that competition and value for money are maintained over time and will also enable the Council to focus on innovation and continuous improvement whilst creating a less potentially disruptive impact on Individuals who use the Service.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 75200000 - Provision of services to the community
- 85310000 - Social work services
- 85312000 - Social work services without accommodation
- 85323000 - Community health services
- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services
Lot 1. Lot 1 - Supported Living (Accommodation-Based)
Description
This is an accommodation-based lot where the Individual would have a separate contract for their tenancy, the property is usually sourced by the care provider.
Please note there will be no cap on the number of qualifying suppliers for this particular Lot.
Lot value (estimated)
- £96,000,000 excluding VAT
- £120,000,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. Lot 2 - Community Support
Description
This lot involves supporting an individual from their own home, which could be their own property, rented accommodation or living with family or friends. The provider would not source the accommodation.
Please note this particular lot will be limited up to a maximum of the 5 qualifying suppliers who exceed the set scoring threshold. These will be the 5 highest scoring suppliers during the tender qualitative award process. This Lot requires a minimum of 3 suppliers to operate, but the Council reserves the right to amend the minimum threshold where this is considered necessary to achieve the minimum level required.
Lot value (estimated)
- £9,600,000 excluding VAT
- £12,000,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 3. Lot 3 - Complex Needs
Description
This Lot could be either a Lot 1 Accommodation-Based Service or a Lot 2 Community Support Service; however, the Individual's needs are of such a complexity that they exceed Lot 1 and 2's capabilities and require a provider with additional resources and specialisms.
Please note there will be no cap on the number of suppliers for this particular Lot.
Lot value (estimated)
- £14,400,000 excluding VAT
- £18,000,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Participation
Particular suitability
Lot 1. Lot 1 - Supported Living (Accommodation-Based)
Lot 2. Lot 2 - Community Support
Lot 3. Lot 3 - Complex Needs
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
17 October 2025, 2:00pm
Tender submission deadline
27 October 2025, 2:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
15 January 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Simple description | RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Mobilisation, Service Capacity and Delivery Housing Resource and Oversight SUPPORT PLANNING Support Plan (redacted example) Community Engagement and Inclusion Support Staff Working with... |
Price |
Weighting description
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Mobilisation, Service Capacity and Delivery
Housing Resource and Oversight
SUPPORT PLANNING
Support Plan (redacted example)
Community Engagement and Inclusion
Support Staff Working with Individuals (Working Together Group led question)
TRAINING and DEVELOPMENT
Staff Training, Learning and Development
Staff Training, Learning and Development (Enhanced)
OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT
Service Coverage and Accessibility
Co-Production and Collaborative Working
SOCIAL VALUE AND CARBON MINIMISATION...
Other information
Payment terms
30 days
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Reading Borough Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PWBJ-9435-VXQQ
Bridge Street
Reading
RG1 2LU
United Kingdom
Contact name: Natalie Powell
Email: pchub@reading.gov.uk
Region: UKJ11 - Berkshire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government