How to win: Flexible Supported Accommodation

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Hampshire County Council's Children Services Directorate is seeking to commission Flexible Supported Accommodation Services, for Young People aged 16-21. These placements are for those who require varying levels of short-term support before transitioning to independent living or lower levels of supported accommodation. The requirement is for this service to provide short-term, person-centred and outcome-focused support, with the intention of supporting Young People to move towards more independent living. The requirement is for a service which offers both accommodation and flexible support, aimed at increasing independence. There is a requirement for providers to provide suitable accommodation, in line with the Supported Accommodation (England) Regulations 2023, as part of this service. All providers will require suitable properties available in order to Tender for this opportunity. The contract is for an initial period of 4 years, with two further 2 year extension opportunities to a maximum of 8 years. The contract will start on 04 January 2027. Hampshire County Council is seeking suitable and qualified providers for this service, to support Hampshire's Looked After Children and S

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• ✓Answer against the marking scheme, not the question text — Hampshire County Council scores each response, so map your evidence to the published criteria and weightings.
• ✓At £173,708,000, expect quality and social value to carry a large share of the score — price alone rarely wins services work.
• ✓Show recent, comparable delivery: name similar services contracts you've delivered for public bodies, with measurable outcomes.
• ✓Start early: deadlines are tight and a strong bid takes iteration.

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