CT0627-272_U Category 1 A - Private Rented Accommodation

The procurement contract titled "CT0627-272_U Category 1 A - Private Rented Accommodation" was initiated by The City of Edinburgh Council, located at Waverley Court, 4 East Market Street, Edinburgh. The procurement focused on services within the industry category of general public services, specifically catering for private rented accommodation for homelessness within the locality of Edinburgh (UKM75). This procurement reached the award stage as of 30th May 2025, with the contract being signed on 1st May 2025.

The procurement method employed was a restricted procedure under a selective approach. The awarded contract, valued at £3,651,825 GBP, was assigned to the supplier VivreStays, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) based in Birmingham, UK. This tender provides significant business growth opportunities, particularly for organisations specialising in housing and support services for vulnerable populations.

SMEs operating within the accommodation and social services sector could benefit from similar contracts that demand specialised support and housing solutions. Since the tender was a direct award through a framework system, businesses experienced in government frameworks and capable of providing targeted accommodation services were well-suited to compete. This contract underscores the importance of fulfilling housing support needs for homeless individuals and emphasises prompt payment and ethical employment practices, such as the commitment to pay staff the real Living Wage, fostering a fair business environment.