Bedford Borough Council Supported Living and Community Based Support Services

Bedford Borough Council has completed the contracting process for its "Bedford Borough Council Supported Living and Community Based Support Services" tender. The procurement, classified under the "Social work and related services" industry category, was managed through an open procedure and entailed a multi-provider framework agreement. It targeted supported living services for individuals in the UKH24 region, specifically focusing on working-age adults, older people, and individuals with disabilities or complex needs.

The framework agreement began in August 2025, with the contract awards being signed on 18th August 2025. The tender comprised two main lots: "Individual Supported Living Placements" and "Targeted Whole or Multiple Supported Living Services," both oriented towards varying levels of individual support needs. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the social care sector, especially those experienced in providing supported living and community-based support services.

The open procurement method allowed for extensive participation, with substantial bid submissions, including a significant proportion from SMEs. Businesses that are well-suited to compete are those with expertise in handling complex care needs, such as disabilities or mental health challenges, and those capable of delivering sustained service quality across multiple localities. Successful participants can expect a stable business growth opportunity through engagement in long-term framework agreements with the council.