Bath and North East Somerset Stepdown Pathway - Accommodation-Based Support

Bath and North East Somerset Council has completed a public procurement process titled "Bath and North East Somerset Stepdown Pathway - Accommodation-Based Support". This initiative, categorised under Social Work Services with Accommodation, is designed to facilitate the reablement of adults discharged from hospitals by providing short-term accommodation. The procurement was finalised through a direct method, below threshold, without competition, using the light touch regime.

The process reached completion, with the contract signed on 28th April 2025, for a period extending from 1st April 2025 to 31st December 2025. The services will be delivered in the UKK12 region, with a gross contract value of £130,425. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in social work services and rehabilitative assistance, particularly those possessing expertise in supporting individuals with diverse and complex needs, including mental health challenges and substance misuse.

CURO CHOICE, designated as the supplier, exemplifies the kind of small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) with a community interest orientation that may find success in this procurement space. Organisations within the realms of healthcare support services, hospital discharge operations, and residential rehabilitation can benefit from engaging in similar tenders to expand their service offerings and grow their business portfolio.