Provision of Single Homelessness Short Term Supported Accommodation Service

Descriptions

Halton Borough Council is looking to commission a Short-term Supported Accommodation service for Single Homeless people. The Service will accommodate and support single homeless persons who have housing support needs, aged 18 years and over. The Service will provide supported accommodation for up to twelve months, during which time the Provider will support individuals to develop capacity, self-esteem and life skills, to break the cycle that has led to homelessness and enable people to move on into independent, settled accommodation. The ethos of the Service is to focus on what matters most to each individual, empowering them to build better lives on their own terms, and helping them to achieve the personal change necessary to break the cycle that has led to them becoming homeless. Approximately 300 - 350 referrals are received into the Service annually. The average length of stay is typically 168 days, however some individuals will require a longer period of support to move-on into independent accommodation. The Service will be delivered from two sites across the borough of Halton, with accommodation at Brennan Lodge in Widnes and Halton Lodge in Runcorn. TUPE will apply to this contract. Important Note - Central Digital Platform Registration: As the total contract value exceeds the relevant threshold, suppliers must be registered on the Central Digital Platform (CDP) prior to submitting a bid. Failure to register will result in automatic disqualification from the procurement process. The estimated value of this contract is £625,514.83 per annum, exclusive of VAT. How to Access the Tender Documents To view the full specification and access the ITT documentation and requirements, please register your interest in this opportunity via The Chest e-tendering portal: www.the-chest.org.uk Search for Project ID: DN783200 Communication and Deadlines All questions must be submitted via the Chest messaging facility only. Telephone enquiries will not be answered during the live tender process. Closing date for questions: Friday 19th September 2025 at 4:00pm Closing date for Submissions: Monday 29th September 2025 at 2:00pm