Scope
Reference
715712484
Description
Op FORTITUDE is a UK-wide referral service for single veterans at risk of or experiencing homelessness. This service provides a pathway into veteran single-occupancy supported housing for those veterans most in need, as well as a range of preventative advice and other housing support. Veterans themselves or anyone in contact with a veteran (including friends, families, statutory providers and charities) can make a referral to the service either via a phoneline or online form. The service contributes towards the Prime Minister’s commitment to ensure homes will be there for heroes across the UK.
Total value (estimated)
- £1,528,800 excluding VAT
- £1,836,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029
- Possible extension to 31 March 2031
- 5 years
Description of possible extension:
Extension subject to adoption of option years by the Authority (MoD)
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
2 option years included, to be adopted subject to the Authority (MoD) wishes.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 98513310 - Home-help services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
Legal and financial capacity conditions of participation
NA
Technical ability conditions of participation
As per PSQ Selection Criteria
https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=60481
Submission
Enquiry deadline
10 December 2025, 11:59pm
Submission type
Requests to participate
Deadline for requests to participate
10 December 2025, 11:59pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Suppliers to be invited to tender
2 to 10 suppliers
Selection criteria:
Procurment Specific Questionnare (PSQ) scores
Award decision date (estimated)
19 March 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Most Advantegous Tender (MAT) | Weighted Value for Money |
Price |
Weighting description
70/30
Other information
Payment terms
Payment monthly in arrears
Description of risks to contract performance
Unforeseen circumstances
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
- Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Competitive flexible procedure
Competitive flexible procedure description
formal ITT to follow
Documents
Documents to be provided after the tender notice
Formal ITT will be issued
Contracting authority
Ministry of Defence
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHVX-4316-ZVGZ
Abbeywood
Bristol
BS34 8JH
United Kingdom
Email: amina.ayandele100@mod.gov.uk
Website: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-defence
Region: UKK12 - Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Organisation type: Public authority - central government