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The CAS3 provision emphasises the prevention of homelessness and the reduction in reoffending. \nManchester City Council is seeking to engage with existing and potential providers of support and accommodation services to understand the market's capabilities in providing short-term support and accommodation for people who have recently left custody.\nIt is anticipated that any future service model would adopt a trauma-informed approach, recognising the diverse experiences and support needs of people leaving custody. The proposed model is intended to provide access to accommodation alongside person-centred support to address homelessness, improve wellbeing, increase independence and support positive move-on outcomes.\nThe proposed service is expected to operate collaboratively with statutory and voluntary sector partners, including Probation, local authorities, Greater Manchester Police and other relevant agencies, to support effective risk assessment, risk management and information sharing.\nAt this stage, the Council is considering a model that may include separate accommodation and support elements. To inform this approach, the Council is seeking feedback from the market regarding capacity, deliverability and potential service design considerations.\nThe accommodation element could include a minimum of 66 lettable self-contained single-sex units and/or compliant single-sex shared accommodation, available for occupation by CAS3 residents for up to 84 nights per placement. 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Submissions should be sent to Shealah Garvey and Tonia Murphy at commissioning.consultation@manchester.gov.uk by 12th December 2025. \nIn the brief, Manchester City Council seeks to understand the market's capacity to deliver the following services and requests providers to include indicative financial costs for each element for the full financial period. \nFor proposals relating to accommodation services, providers should explain how costs are calculated and include a detailed breakdown of these figures. The Council is particularly interested in exploring fixed-term pricing models while assessing provider viability. Alternative approaches to pricing scheduling will also be considered to understand the market's overall capacity. \nProviders may submit proposals for accommodation services, support services, or both. When submitting your proposal, please detail your integrated approach to delivering the CAS3 provision, whether that be in full, or in part. \nAccommodation- \nBackground \nThe accommodation criteria for CAS3 includes lettable units that will be made available from the landlord for a maximum of 84 nights per individual CAS3 resident. The accommodation must be: \nSuitable for individuals with low to high risk assessments, including those with sex offender and arson convictions or behaviours.\nAble to accommodate individuals of any gender and those with disabilities.\nSingle-gendered.\nFully self-contained or compliant with HMO licensing.\nCompliant with Decent Homes Standard.\nApproved/licensed by Manchester City Council's Regulatory Services.\nFurnished and equipped as per the list below- \nOne towel \nSet of toiletries \nKitchen utensils \nNon-perishable food and refreshments \nFlame retardant Bedding and curtains /blinds \nWardrobe, drawers, bedside cabinet \nSingle bed \nCooker \nFridge \nCutlery \nCooking items; saucepan, frying pan \nCleaning materials and equipment \nTea towel and cloths \nSeating and table in kitchen/living area \nTV in communal area \nThe landlord is expected to adhere to the following property management requirements- \nAll routine repairs and maintenance including out of hours service.\nWeekly cleaning of communal areas, \nWeekly inspection to assess the property's condition and usage.\nUtilities costs.\nCouncil tax payment.\nGardening (Schedule to be agreed).\nWindow cleaning (internal and external schedule to be agreed).\nRepair of any and all damages incurred, be they intentional or accidental.\nAttendance at all accommodation sign ups.\nRequirements \nProviders are asked to detail their ability to meet the following requirements: \nThe provision of a minimum of 63 units of accommodation within Manchester, used within the term exclusively for CAS3, and the ability to provide more than the minimum required units if required \nIf a minimum of 63 units of accommodation cannot be provided, the number of units which could be provided \nPlease specify the type of accommodation available (e.g., HMO or self-contained). If the accommodation is an HMO, include the total number of units within the building, as well as the number of bathroom and kitchen facilities. \nThe number of units which would be suitable for people with disabilities, included but not limited to hearing or visual impairment, physical disabilities, including wheelchair users. \nThe capacity to turn around voids and the timeframe in which this could be achieved \nAccess to maintenance and repair services, and the timeframe in which any repairs could be carried out; capacity to carry out routine maintenance \nExperience with working in partnership with statutory agencies for the purposes of risk management \nExperience of partnership working \nAreas of Manchester in which the accommodation will be made available \nCapacity to adhere to ICT security requirements and cyber security essentials, as outlined in the National Cyber Security Centre guidance (https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/guidance) \nSupport \nBackground \nThe purpose of the support service is to ensure that the residents across a minimum of 63 units of CAS3 accommodation are supported during their 84-night stay within the provision. 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