Furnished Accommodation for Families with No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF) and Care Leavers

Worcestershire County Council is seeking providers to deliver furnished accommodation for families with No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF) and care leavers across three districts in Worcestershire.

The contract will provide accommodation for vulnerable young adults and families with children under 18, including unaccompanied asylum-seeking children awaiting decisions on their Leave to Remain status. The Council is looking to accommodate up to 18 young adults and/or six families through furnished two or three-bedroom properties.

Service Lots

The opportunity is divided into three geographical lots:

• Lot 1 – Worcester City: £568,168 excluding VAT (£681,802 including VAT). Furnished two or three-bedroom accommodation for young adults and families, close to transport links, schools, colleges and community services.
• Lot 2 – Redditch: £568,168 excluding VAT (£681,802 including VAT). Furnished two or three-bedroom accommodation for young adults and families in Redditch, with access to essential local services.
• Lot 3 – Kidderminster: £568,168 excluding VAT (£681,801 including VAT). Furnished two or three-bedroom accommodation for young adults and families in Kidderminster, close to transport links, education and community facilities.

Service Requirements

The appointed provider(s) will supply furnished accommodation for vulnerable young adults and families with children under 18 who require housing support from Worcestershire County Council.

The service will:

• Provide furnished two or three-bedroom accommodation.
• Accommodate up to 18 young adults and/or six families across the three geographical lots.
• Support families with No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF), including those with unsettled immigration status.
• Provide accommodation for unaccompanied asylum-seeking children and young adults where required.
• Support care leavers in line with the Council’s statutory leaving care responsibilities.
• Ensure properties are located close to good transport links, schools, colleges and other community services.

Contract Information

• Buyer: Worcestershire County Council
• Enquiry Deadline: 20 November 2026, 4:00pm
• Submission Deadline: 3 December 2026, 4:00pm
• Contract Value: £1,704,504 (excluding VAT)
• Contract Value Including VAT: £2,045,405
• Contract Start: 1 April 2027
• Contract End: 31 March 2032
• Contract Duration: 5 years
• Tender Reference: CSC25166
• Award Decision Date: 26 February 2027 (estimated)
• Procedure: Competitive flexible procedure (light-touch regime)
• Tender Portal: Worcestershire In-Tend Portal
• Submission Method: Electronic submissions
• Framework Lots: Three geographical lots

Supplier Requirements

The opportunity is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs).

Suppliers must complete and return the Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) and selection-stage Quality Questionnaire in accordance with the procurement timetable and tender instructions.

The procurement will follow a two-stage process:

• Stage 1 – Assessment: Suppliers will undergo an assessment of their PSQ, including a quality and price assessment. Successful suppliers will be shortlisted for the next stage.
• Stage 2 – Site Visits: Shortlisted suppliers will be invited to participate in site visits.

Providers should consult the tender documents for the full accommodation specifications and selection requirements. Registration with the In-Tend portal is required to access and apply for the opportunity.

Evaluation Criteria

• Pricing Schedule: 65%
• Quality Assessment: 35%

Commercial Relevance

This opportunity offers potential contracts for housing providers, accommodation specialists, property management organisations and charities supporting vulnerable young adults, care leavers and families with NRPF. Providers with access to furnished two or three-bedroom properties across Worcester City, Redditch and Kidderminster may find the opportunity particularly relevant.

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