Market Engagement for the Provision of 16+ Supported Accommodation and Support Services

The Bradford Children & Families Trust, a public authority in the sub-central government category, is planning a procurement process for a framework agreement concerning the provision of 16+ Supported Accommodation and Support Services. This initiative is currently in the planning stage, with market engagement efforts in progress to refine the tender specification. The focus is on services for vulnerable young people aged 16 to 25, including looked-after children, care leavers, and unaccompanied asylum-seeking children, to improve independence and outcomes.

A preliminary market engagement event is scheduled for 16th June 2025, from 12:00 to 15:00, via Microsoft Teams. This falls under the “social work services with accommodation” industry category, with the contract’s geographical focus within the United Kingdom, specifically the UKE region. Stakeholders are encouraged to register by contacting the Children's Commissioning team at the Trust.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in social work services with accommodation to engage in a lucrative contract worth up to £70 million. Ideal candidates include SMEs and VCSEs proficient in delivering innovative, value-driven services that cater to the specific needs of youth. The framework agreement structure provides flexibility and potential for renewal, allowing providers to secure long-term partnerships.

By participating in the market engagement event, businesses can influence the final service specifications to better align with current industry developments, thus positioning themselves advantageously in this competitive procurement process.