Further Competition from EMP for 16+ Supported Accommodation Service January - March 2026
About This Opportunity
This is a services contract in the health and medical services sector, with a focus on Primary Healthcare. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.
Published through UK FTS - Find a Tender Service, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the health and medical services sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.
Description
The Council of the Borough of Kirklees (the "Council") is conducting this procurement exercise, in accordance with the Light Touch Regime of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (SI 2015/102), and intends to establish an Electronic Market Place ("EMP") with Providers with relevant experience and ability for the provision of Supported Accommodation to looked after or care leavers aged 16+. The Council established a 16+ Supported Accommodation Electronic Market Place (EMP) to meet its duties under the Childrens Act 1989 & 2004 when securing a Supported Accommodation placement for either;
· a looked after child is placed in an 'other arrangements' placement or
· a care leaver is placed in 'suitable
accommodation'
The Council requires four types of provision, which are aligned with Ofsted's four
categories of supported accommodation, as set out below:
· Category 1 - Supported Accommodation in a self-contained unit
The accommodation is for the sole use of the child or for the child and other individuals living with the child (For example; partner, sibling or children) as agreed by the Council.
· Category 2 - Supported accommodation in a shared or group living situation (Ring fenced for looked after children and care leavers only)
The accommodation is for looked after children and care leavers only. There may be care leavers over the age of 18 living at the accommodation. Each child will have their own bedroom but will share communal areas (For example: kitchen, or a living area.)
· Category 3 - Supported accommodation in a shared or group living situation (Not limited to looked after children and care leavers)
The supported accommodation in a shared or group living situation in premises which are not limited to accommodating looked after children and care leavers. Each child will have their own bedroom but will share communal areas (For example: kitchen, or a living area.)
· Category 4 - Supported accommodation provided by an individual or individuals in a private residence (which is the main residence of that individual or individuals) Children are accommodated in a private residence. This is accommodation hosted by an individual (or
Individuals) such as supported lodgings.
Supported accommodation, provides support to young people aged 16+ who are either looked after by the local authority or care leavers. The aim of supported accommodation is to help these young people develop their independence in preparation for adulthood whilst keeping them safe in a homely and nurturing environment.
This EMP is anticipated to run from 01 April 2024 to 31 March 2034.
Call off for the provision of Supported
Accommodation Services 16+ for the council o f the borough of Kirklees. Proposals
were invited from the Council from shortlisted capable economic operators
currently on the Electronic Marketplace KMCCYP-192 for the period of 1st January 2026 - 31st March 2026
The Council of the Borough of Kirklees (the "Council") is conducting this procurement exercise, in accordance with the Light Touch Regime of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (SI 2015/102), and intends to establish an Electronic Market Place ("EMP") with Providers with relevant experience and ability for the provision of Supported Accommodation to looked after or care leavers aged 16+.
The Council established a 16+ Supported Accommodation Electronic Market Place (EMP) to meet its duties under the Childrens Act 1989 & 2004 when securing a Supported Accommodation placement for either;
· a looked after child is placed in an 'other arrangements' placement
or
· a care leaver is placed in 'suitable accommodation'
Category 1 - Supported Accommodation in a self-contained unit.
The accommodation is for the sole use of the child or for the child and other individuals living with the child (For example; partner, sibling or children) as agreed by the Council.
Further Competitions for January 2026 - March 2026
The Council of the Borough of Kirklees (the "Council") is conducting this procurement exercise, in accordance with the Light Touch Regime of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (SI 2015/102), and intends to establish an Electronic Market Place ("EMP") with Providers with relevant experience and ability for the provision of Supported Accommodation to looked after or care leavers aged 16+.
The Council established a 16+ Supported Accommodation Electronic Market Place (EMP) to meet its duties under the Childrens Act 1989 & 2004 when securing a Supported Accommodation placement for either;
· a looked after child is placed in an 'other arrangements' placement
or
· a care leaver is placed in 'suitable accommodation'
Category 2 - Supported accommodation in a shared or group living situation (Ring fenced for looked after children and care leavers only).
The accommodation is for looked after children and care leavers only. There may be care leavers over the age of 18 living at the accommodation. Each child will have their own bedroom but will share communal areas (For exam
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and was originally published on June 12, 2026. Last refreshed 2 days ago. Reference: 055657-2026. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About The Council of the Borough of Kirklees
The Council of the Borough of Kirklees has issued 83 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 13 currently open and 56 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Governance & Public Administration, Health & Medical, and Construction & Civil Works. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK FTS - Find a Tender Service. Most recent publication: June 18, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by The Council of the Borough of Kirklees in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Services contract in the Health & Medical sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
How much was the contract awarded for?
Apex Pathway was awarded the contract for £143,257. The figure reflects the value disclosed by the contracting authority in the award notice.
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
How can I submit a bid?
Visit UK FTS - Find a Tender Service to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference 055657-2026 when communicating with the contracting authority.
Is this tender still open?
No — the contract has already been awarded to Apex Pathway. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.
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