Supported Temporary Accommodation Framework (STAF)
Bristol City Council · Local authority
In brief
Bristol City Council awarded care work to Livewest Homes Limited, Sanctuary Home Care Limited and Dawson Housing Limited and 4 others on 12 June 2026.
It is a framework worth up to £26,730,931 excluding VAT: the most the buyer expects to spend across all suppliers, not one contract.
The contract runs for 5 years, up to 8 years with extensions, starting 1 July 2026.
It is split into 3 lots, so a supplier can bid for part of the work.
The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
Built from the notice's own fields. Always check the official notice before you bid.
What the notice says
Lots
| Lot | Trade | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Lot 1 - Family Low Support 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2031 What this lot coversWe require self-contained units of dispersed accommodation suitable for families, within the city. Self-contained family units should have between one and five rooms suitable for sleeping. There should not be more than 4 units in one building where the entrance is shared. | Social and domiciliary care | £26,730,931 |
| Lot 2 - Family Medium Support 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2031 What this lot coversMedium support family accommodation will have staff working at least 9am-5pm Monday-Friday, either on-site or nearby (as in a hub and spoke model). Properties can be either shared or self-contained. The layout of and access to the property must be suitable for residents with medium support needs, this includes a suitable location for meeting clients confidentially and allowing a staff presence on site. | Social and domiciliary care | £26,730,931 |
| Singles Low/Medium Support 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2031 What this lot coversBristol City Council requires a mixture of high-quality shared accommodation for singles and self-contained units for couples throughout the city, on a split of approx. 80% shared and 20% self-contained. Houses of multiple occupancy should have no more than 6 units at one address. | Social and domiciliary care | £26,730,931 |
Who won
| Winner | Lot | Value | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Livewest Homes Limited Sanctuary Home Care Limited Dawson Housing Limited (SME) Ashley Community & Housing Ltd (SME) Places for People Living+ Limited Ymca North Tyneside | Lot 1 - Family Low Support, Lot 2 - Family Medium Support, Singles Low/Medium Support | £26,730,931 | Awarded 12 June 2026 |
| Livewest Homes Limited Dawson Housing Limited (SME) Ashley Community & Housing Ltd (SME) Places for People Living+ Limited Ymca North Tyneside 14 bids received | Lot 1 - Family Low Support | £26,730,931 | Awarded 12 June 2026 |
| Livewest Homes Limited Dawson Housing Limited (SME) Places for People Living+ Limited Ymca North Tyneside Nest & Rest Property Rentals Ltd (SME) 13 bids received | Lot 2 - Family Medium Support | £26,730,931 | Awarded 12 June 2026 |
| Sanctuary Home Care Limited Dawson Housing Limited (SME) Ashley Community & Housing Ltd (SME) Places for People Living+ Limited Ymca North Tyneside Nest & Rest Property Rentals Ltd (SME) 14 bids received | Singles Low/Medium Support | £26,730,931 | Awarded 12 June 2026 |
Values as the award notice gives them, excluding VAT where stated.
Timeline
- Preliminary market engagement notice · UK2, notice 062718-2025
- Preliminary market engagement notice · UK2, notice 062721-2025
- Tender notice · UK4, notice 030770-2026
- Contract award notice · UK6, notice 055857-2026
About the buyer
Procurements
566Awards
354Suppliers it has used most for care
- Phoenix Learning & Care Holdings Limited10 contracts
- Ruskin Mill Trust Limited10 contracts
- Aspris Children's Services Limited8 contracts
- Blue Sky Fostering Limited7 contracts
- Harbour Healthcare (North) Ltd7 contracts
Similar open tenders
All open care tenders- £82kestimated
- £1.2mestimated
- £2.34mestimated
- £370kframework ceiling
- £16.5mestimated
From notice 062718-2025 on Find a Tender, first published 7 October 2025, last updated 12 June 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.