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Supported Lodgings Framework

Bedford Borough Council

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: Bedford Borough Council

Buyer Address: Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford, UKH24, MK42 9AP, United Kingdom

Contact Name: Zoe Shrehane

Contact Email: Commercial.Hub@bedford.gov.uk

Status
active
Procedure
open
Value
530832.0 GBP
Gross: 663540.0 GBP
Published
05 Sep 2025, 09:45
Deadline
05 Oct 2025, 11:00
Contract Start
n/a
Contract End
n/a
Category
services
CPV
85311000 - Social work services with accommodation
Region
n/a
Awarded To
n/a
Official Source
Open Find a Tender

Description

The Supported Lodgings service in Bedford provides a vital resource for young people transitioning from care to independent living. The supported lodgings service offers young people aged between 16-25 a safe and supportive environment where they can develop the skills needed for independent living. Hosts play a crucial role in providing stability and guidance during this transitional period. Objectives for project 1. Increase Host Recruitment: Drive a targeted recruitment campaign to attract more hosts. 2. Strengthen the Current Model: Explore alternative providers and create a framework to encourage participation. 3. Optimise Placements: Maximise the number of hosts and move young people from costly provisions to supported lodgings, generating savings and ensuring local placements.

Linked Documents

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Opportunity Context

More Information Links

External Link: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bedford/aspx/Home

Link Description: All documents relating to the tender can be downloaded free of charge through Bedford Borough Council's E-Procurement Portal, In-Tend.

External Link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054183-2025

Link Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender

Lots

Lot 1 Status: active

Lot 1 Value: AED 530,832.00

Lot 1 Value (Gross): AED 663,540.00

Lot 1 Contract Start: 2025-11-10T00:00:00+00:00

Lot 1 Contract End: 2027-11-09T23:59:59+00:00

Lot 1 Award Criterion (price): Simple description

Documents

Document Description: All documents relating to the tender can be downloaded free of charge through Bedford Borough Council's E-Procurement Portal, In-Tend.

Document Description: Not published

Document Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender

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