Scope
Reference
CWC25143
Description
There has been a significant increase in the expectation from Central Government on all local authorities including Wolverhampton to assist Secretary of State to exercise powers under sections 98 and 95 of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999; to provide accommodation for those seeking Asylum in the UK.
Additionally, there has been increasing demand to offer holistic and needs led assistance to those arriving at the UK via safe and legal routes which includes the provision of needs led housing to mitigate rooflessness, and safeguard households from destitution.
To make certain we can promote fair and equal access to services, meet the needs of arriving households, and meet the mandatory requirements ` Central Government the council does employ an internal Migration Team. The team support strategic, and operational coordination, whilst responding to unplanned pressures of migration.
There are four available lots under Our Communities Specialist Support Tender:
Lot 1 - Specialist Advice & Support Service
Lot 2 - Raising Standards - Private Rented Sector
Lot 3 - Tenancy Sustainment
Lot 4 - Resettlement
This Procurement is being conducted in accordance with the Act using the Open Procedure (Section 20 (2(a)). This document describes how the Procurement will be conducted, including details of the associated Procurement timetable, award criteria and how to respond to this opportunity. Suppliers are strongly encouraged to read this document before preparing their submission.
The initial term will be for 3 (three) years, with the option for 3(three) 1(one) year extensions. The contract will be based on minimum acceptable performance (map) being met by the tenderer as identified via key performance indicators. The total contract term will not exceed 6(six) years (3 + 1 + 1 + 1).
The Contract is intending to commence on 1st April 2026 or as otherwise agreed between the parties.
The deadline for responding to this ITT is 12:00pm Friday 19th December 2025. See 'Procurement timetable' and 'How to respond to this opportunity'.
Total value (estimated)
- £3,330,000 excluding VAT
- £3,996,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029
- Possible extension to 31 March 2032
- 6 years
Description of possible extension:
3 Optional 1 Year Extensions (3 + 1 + 1 + 1)
Main procurement category
Services
Contract locations
- UKG39 - Wolverhampton
Lot constraints
Maximum number of lots a supplier can bid for: 2
Maximum number of lots a supplier can be awarded: 2
Not the same for all lots
CPV classifications are shown in Lot sections, because they are not the same for all lots.
Lot 1. Lot 1 - Specialist Advice & Support Service
Description
Specialist advice, guidance, and support for new and arriving migrant households; adults and children
Lot value (estimated)
- £945,000 excluding VAT
- £1,134,000 including VAT
CPV classifications
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. Lot 2 - Raising Standards - Private Rented Sector
Description
Skilled housing decoration and preparation, with reusable and upcycled furniture and basic household items to make a house a home, whilst educating households on how to maintain their home environments.
Lot value (estimated)
- £795,000 excluding VAT
- £954,000 including VAT
CPV classifications
- 39000000 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
- 44800000 - Paints, varnishes and mastics
- 50850000 - Repair and maintenance services of furniture
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 3. Lot 3: Tenancy Sustainment
Description
Outreach intervention to support move on and the resettlement of households into the private rented sector. This will mitigate the risk of tenancy failures and improving relationships with landlords
Lot value (estimated)
- £735,000 excluding VAT
- £882,000 including VAT
CPV classifications
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 4. Lot 4: Resettlement and Crisis response
Description
Outreach intervention to support move on and the resettlement of households into the private rented sector. This will mitigate the risk of tenancy failures and improving relationships with landlords.
Lot value (estimated)
- £855,000 excluding VAT
- £1,026,000 including VAT
CPV classifications
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Participation
Legal and financial capacity conditions of participation
Lot 1. Lot 1 - Specialist Advice & Support Service
Lot 2. Lot 2 - Raising Standards - Private Rented Sector
Lot 3. Lot 3: Tenancy Sustainment
Lot 4. Lot 4: Resettlement and Crisis response
Detailed in ITT
Technical ability conditions of participation
Lot 1. Lot 1 - Specialist Advice & Support Service
Lot 2. Lot 2 - Raising Standards - Private Rented Sector
Lot 3. Lot 3: Tenancy Sustainment
Lot 4. Lot 4: Resettlement and Crisis response
Detailed in ITT
Particular suitability
Lot 1. Lot 1 - Specialist Advice & Support Service
Lot 2. Lot 2 - Raising Standards - Private Rented Sector
Lot 3. Lot 3: Tenancy Sustainment
Lot 4. Lot 4: Resettlement and Crisis response
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
9 December 2025, 11:59pm
Tender submission deadline
19 December 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
27 February 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality 80% - Lot Specific |
Quality | 80% |
| Social Value | Social Value - 10% |
Quality | 10% |
| EDI | EDI - 10% |
Quality | 10% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Wolverhampton City Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVBV-7568-LBLL
Civic Centre, St Peter's Square
Wolverhampton
WV1 1SH
United Kingdom
Region: UKG39 - Wolverhampton
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government