16+ Supported Accommodation Framework and Block - Market Engagement Event
Main contract details
Opportunity Id
DN831772
Title
16+ Supported Accommodation Framework and Block - Market Engagement Event
Categories
85300000-2 - Social work and related services
Description
Plymouth City Council would like to invite providers to an initial market engagement session to help shape the future 16+ Supported Accommodation Framework and block.
It is proposed to commission a five-year framework contract, with the option to extend for a further three years, for 16+ supported accommodation. The framework will be structured into three distinct Lots:
•Lot 1: Block-purchased provision within Plymouth.
This will consist of properties commissioned in their entirety, rather than individual placements. This approach enables greater control over quality, cost, and safeguarding arrangements.
•Lot 2: Spot-purchased provision within Plymouth and within a 20-mile radius.
•Lot 3: Spot-purchased provision outside of a 20-mile radius.
This session will provide an opportunity to discuss our early thinking, hear your views on the proposed service model, and gather feedback that will help inform the development of the framework and block prior to procurement. We would also like to use this opportunity to understand the market's appetite and capacity to deliver accommodation and support for young people experiencing or at risk of homelessness, and how this could be reflected within the future lot design.
Ahead of the session, we will share a first draft of the service specification to allow providers time to review the proposals and identify any areas for discussion. We welcome constructive feedback and look forward to working collaboratively with the market to develop a framework and block that delivers high-quality, sustainable services for Plymouth's young people.
Where: Crownhill Court, Tailyour Road, Crownhill, Plymouth, PL6 5DH
Date: Tuesday 20th October
Time: 10.00 - 13:00
How to book a place: please email jointcommissioning@plymouth.gov.uk with the subject field of 16+ Supported Accommodation Market Event.
Places will be restricted to 2 per organisation.
It is proposed to commission a five-year framework contract, with the option to extend for a further three years, for 16+ supported accommodation. The framework will be structured into three distinct Lots:
•Lot 1: Block-purchased provision within Plymouth.
This will consist of properties commissioned in their entirety, rather than individual placements. This approach enables greater control over quality, cost, and safeguarding arrangements.
•Lot 2: Spot-purchased provision within Plymouth and within a 20-mile radius.
•Lot 3: Spot-purchased provision outside of a 20-mile radius.
This session will provide an opportunity to discuss our early thinking, hear your views on the proposed service model, and gather feedback that will help inform the development of the framework and block prior to procurement. We would also like to use this opportunity to understand the market's appetite and capacity to deliver accommodation and support for young people experiencing or at risk of homelessness, and how this could be reflected within the future lot design.
Ahead of the session, we will share a first draft of the service specification to allow providers time to review the proposals and identify any areas for discussion. We welcome constructive feedback and look forward to working collaboratively with the market to develop a framework and block that delivers high-quality, sustainable services for Plymouth's young people.
Where: Crownhill Court, Tailyour Road, Crownhill, Plymouth, PL6 5DH
Date: Tuesday 20th October
Time: 10.00 - 13:00
How to book a place: please email jointcommissioning@plymouth.gov.uk with the subject field of 16+ Supported Accommodation Market Event.
Places will be restricted to 2 per organisation.
Region(s) of supply
South West (England)
Estimated value
N/A
Keywords
Supported Accommodation, 16+, Placements, Childrens homes, residential special schools, Foster care
Key dates
Estimated contract dates
Start date
01/07/2027
End date
30/06/2035
Expression of interest window
From 05/10/2026 11:30 to 19/10/2026 11:00
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Contact details
Buyer
Plymouth City Council
Contact
Mrs Natasha Yeoman
