Scope
Reference
Project_838 - ASAP - Asylum Support and Accommodation Programme
Description
The Future Asylum Contracts Transformation (FACT), formerly Asylum Support and Accommodation Programme (ASAP), is a long-term transformation programme in the delivery of asylum support and accommodation services.
This Notice is part of Preliminary Market Engagement on Asylum Support and Accommodation Programme (ASAP) and more details can be found about the wider programme here - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077001-2025
The Home Office will be going to market for supplier(s) who can:
Arrange, manage, and deliver a 24/7/365 transportation service that is safe, timely, and responsive to asylum seeker needs in line with Home Office policy, whether independently or as directed by the Home Office. This includes the use of suitable, appropriately equipped, roadworthy vehicles and professional drivers, supported by an appropriate IT booking system, and ensuring the transport of asylum seekers, their dependents, and permitted belongings with appropriate assistance and within agreed timescales.
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The Home Office intends to procure a significant proportion of the services under the Light Touch regime in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023.
**The content of this Notice, including the nature of works and services including start date of contract, may be subject to change.**
Total value (estimated)
- £0 excluding VAT
- £0 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 September 2029 to 31 August 2036
- Possible extension to 31 August 2039
- 10 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 63515000 - Travel services
- 63516000 - Travel management services
- 63520000 - Transport agency services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Engagement
Engagement deadline
27 February 2026
Engagement process description
Please refer to the 'Engagement' section of the Master PMEN for Asylum Support and Accommodation Programme (ASAP) using the link - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077001-2025
Notice identifier: 2025/S 000-077001
Procurement identifier (OCID): ocds-h6vhtk-052777
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
11 September 2026
Contracting authority
Home Office
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PWGC-6513-PQLZ
2 Marsham Street
London
SW1P 4DF
United Kingdom
Contact name: ASAP Commercial Team
Region: UKI32 - Westminster
Organisation type: Public authority - central government