Supported Accommodation for Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children (Age 16+)

The procurement process initiated by Manchester City Council focuses on delivering supported accommodation services for unaccompanied asylum-seeking children aged 16 and above. This contract falls under the category of social work services with accommodation and aims to provide both emergency and long-term placements. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with anticipated milestones including a market engagement event and a planned procurement notice.

Interested parties should note the key date of 14th November 2025 for engagement, and further communication is expected by 5th January 2026. The contract, scheduled to begin on 10th June 2026 and end by 9th June 2031, involves the block purchase of up to 55 units in the region of UKD33, in the United Kingdom, with a budget of £2,640,000. The procurement process follows a 'light-touch' regime and is above the threshold value.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in social work services, particularly those experienced in handling sensitive and diverse needs of asylum-seeking children. SMEs (Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises) and VCSEs (Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises) are well-suited to bid due to the stated suitability preferences. Engaging in this contract can provide businesses with a stable long-term project lasting up to five years, allowing for strategic growth and positioning within the public sector.

Companies with proven expertise in accommodation services and experience in dealing with asylum-seeking demographics will be particularly competitive in this tender process.