(ISAP) Ipswich Supported Accommodation Pathway - Framework

Ipswich Borough Council has successfully awarded the contract for the Ipswich Supported Accommodation Pathway (ISAP) Framework, focusing on social work services with accommodation. This open procedure procurement process, under the CELEX legal basis 32014L0024, involves multiple lots designated for specific needs and age groups: High and Complex Needs (25 plus) 5 beds, All Male (25 plus) 5 beds, All Female (25 plus) 5 beds, Young Person (18-24) 22 beds, and Adult (25 plus) 30 beds. The total framework duration is from 1 January 2025 to 31 December 2029, providing comprehensive support services in the UKH14 region.

Contracts have been signed with selected suppliers, including Anglian Care Trust, Mega Care, Orwell Housing Association, YMCA, The Salvation Army, and Sanctuary Housing Association, from 23 December 2024, ensuring the framework's operational status by early 2025. This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in social work services with accommodation, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) which have been actively involved in the awards, such as Anglian Care Trust and Mega Care. By securing part of this framework, companies can bolster their portfolio, enhance their service delivery capabilities, and scale their operations within the public sector market.

The procurement emphasises quality, creating an environment for businesses focused on high-standard service delivery to thrive. Engaging with this framework will enable suppliers to gain long-term contracts, establish strong local partnerships, and potentially leverage this experience for future tenders.