Supported Accommodation Project

Exeter City Council has completed the procurement process for the "Supported Accommodation Project," a contract designed to provide housing support to 55 units for single homeless households and rough sleepers. The procurement, categorized under social work services with accommodation, took place in Exeter, UK. The project began on 1st August 2025 and will run until 31st March 2026.

Utilizing a direct procurement method, the contract was awarded below threshold, without competition, to the sole capable supplier, Exeter City Community Trust. The contract has been active since 1st August 2025, with a total value of £158,000 (gross amount £189,600). Key procurement documents were published on 1st October 2025.

This contract presents substantial business growth opportunities for organisations experienced in social work and accommodation services, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Organisations with expertise in providing comprehensive housing support services could uniquely benefit from participating in such tenders in the future. As this contract was awarded without competition, businesses in this niche should focus on establishing or enhancing their unique service capabilities to directly serve public organisations like Exeter City Council in similar projects.