How to win: 26-0099 Managed Student Accommodation Services (South London)

About this contract

Managed Student Accommodation Services (South London) A South London university invites Expressions of Interest from experienced student accommodation management companies to deliver a fully managed halls of residence service on a short-term contract of approximately three (3) years. The appointed provider will be required to deliver an integrated service, including (but not limited to): •Hard FM and Maintenance (statutory compliance, lifecycle maintenance, responsive and planned works) •Soft FM Services (cleaning, waste, grounds as applicable) •24/7 Security and Operational Management •Porter and Front-of-House Services •Pastoral Care, Resident Advisor and Student Wellbeing Support •Student Experience, Engagement and Community-building Services •Room allocation and marketing services, which may or may not be included within the scope and will be confirmed through the procurement process Bidders should demonstrate a proven track record in operating large, UK university halls( c 500 beds) , with strong governance, safeguarding, wellbeing provision, and performance management frameworks. The university seeks a partner able to mobilize quickly, assure compliance and safety, and delive

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• ✓Answer against the marking scheme, not the question text — City St Georges University of London scores each response, so map your evidence to the published criteria and weightings.
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• ✓Show recent, comparable delivery: name similar services contracts you've delivered for public bodies, with measurable outcomes.
• ✓Start early: it closes 10 April 2026 and a strong bid takes iteration.

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