Homelessness and Social Inclusion Services 2027 – 2030

Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council is inviting tenders from providers to deliver housing-related support for vulnerable people who are rough sleeping or at risk of rough sleeping, with an estimated total contract value of £2,743,517.66 excluding VAT.

The contracts will provide emergency homelessness accommodation, targeted outreach and homelessness prevention services across Basingstoke.

Service Lots

The procurement is divided into two lots:

• Lot 1 – 24/7 Emergency Access Homelessness Accommodation and Support (at May Place House): £1,699,228.66
  Operation of May Place House, providing 24/7 waking support and emergency short-term accommodation for up to 18 single adults aged 18 and over. The refurbished property will have 18 en-suite bedrooms and five kitchenette areas.
• Lot 2 – Targeted Rough Sleeping Outreach and Homeless Prevention: £1,044,289
  Targeted outreach and rapid support to prevent rough sleeping and help people move away from the streets. This lot also includes the management and support of four move-on bed spaces at Viables Farm Cottages.

Both lots are suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs).

Contract Information

• Buyer: Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council
• Deadline: 26 November 2026, 4:00pm
• Enquiry Deadline: 13 November 2026, 4:30pm
• Contract Value: £2,743,517.66 (excluding VAT)
• Delivery Length: Initial contracts run until 31 March 2030, with two possible annual extensions, potentially until 31 March 2032
• Contract Start: 1 March 2027 for Lot 1 and 1 April 2027 for Lot 2
• Tender Reference: PA0090 (DN833412)
• Tender Link: https://procontract.due-north.com/
• Award Decision Date: 11 December 2026 (estimated)
• Award Criteria: Quality 95%; Cost 5%

The procurement will be managed electronically through the ProContract e-procurement system. Clarification questions must be submitted through the platform, where responses will be published.

Supplier Requirements

Providers must demonstrate their ability to deliver appropriate housing-related support for people experiencing homelessness or at risk of rough sleeping.

Lot 1 requires the capacity to operate emergency accommodation with 24/7 waking support for up to 18 single adults. Lot 2 focuses on targeted outreach, rough sleeping prevention and support for people moving through the housing pathway, including the management of four move-on bed spaces.

The opportunity may suit homelessness charities, supported accommodation providers and organisations experienced in outreach and housing support.

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