Interim Accommodation S188
The contract covers the provision of interim accommodation under Section 188 of the Housing Act for disadvantaged and vulnerable people who have become homeless. Norwich City Council, a local government authority responsible for housing and related public services, is seeking accommodation services to provide immediate housing assistance to eligible homeless households. The supplier’s scope is to provide a range of suitable accommodation arrangements and associated support expected under the council’s S188 duties, meeting the needs of vulnerable service users during the interim period. The estimated contract value is £2,500,000, although the contract duration is not stated in the available information. Delivery is required within the UKH15 region, covering Norwich and the surrounding area in the United Kingdom. The critical qualification is the ability to lawfully provide accommodation that meets Norwich City Council’s Section 188 interim housing requirements for homeless applicants.
Buyer: Norwich City Council. Source: Find a Tender. Updated 20 Oct 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: £2.5m
- Bids close: 10 Nov 2026
- Location: Norwich and East Norfolk
- Procedure: Competitive flexible procedure
- Contract period: 1 Dec 2026 to 30 Nov 2029
- Category: Housing services (70333000)
From the official notice
To provide a range of S118 accommodation help for disadvantaged and vulnerable sections of the community who have in one way or another become homeless.
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Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 10 Nov 2026.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is £2.5m.
Who can apply?
The buyer has marked it as suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
How do I bid?
Open the official notice, register on the buyer's portal and submit your bid before the deadline.
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