Bristol City Council has published a procurement opportunity for oldland common enhanced care, support & enablement services with an estimated value of an undisclosed value. The submission deadline is the date stated in the official notice, giving eligible UK suppliers a limited window to prepare and submit bids through the official Find a Tender portal.

Published on 2026-04-09, this contract is open to suitably qualified suppliers across the United Kingdom. All businesses interested in bidding should review the full tender documentation and confirm they meet all eligibility requirements before the closing date.

Contract overview

Bristol City Council (BCC) as the Lead Authority in an agreement with South Gloucestershire Council and North Somerset wishes to appoint a Supplier to provide enhanced care and enablement support services within a Highly Bespoke Environment. This will be a bespoke service to be provided to Service Users over the age of 18 years with learning disabilities and/or autism, with a high level of complex needs (which may include forensic risk) due to the nature and intensity of their behaviour. This includes Service Users with communication and /or sensory needs who require more specialist support including environmental, and contingency management to enable successful and positive community living, thereby reducing the likelihood of out of areas placements or admission/re-admission to hospital. The scheme is a 6 bedded unit accommodation at Oldland Common - (Phase C, Chief Trading Post, Barry Road, Oldland Common, BS30 6QT) situated in South Gloucestershire.

Bristol City Council is the contracting authority. The estimated value is an undisclosed value and the deadline is the date stated in the official notice. Download the full specification from the official portal before preparing a bid.

Is your business eligible?

This contract is most relevant to healthcare providers, social care organisations, NHS suppliers. Suppliers typically need to demonstrate experience delivering similar contracts, appropriate financial standing, and hold CQC registration, DBS checks, clinical qualifications.

Under the Procurement Act 2023, Bristol City Council must actively consider SME participation. Check whether this contract has been structured into lots.

• Proven track record in health & nhs contracts of comparable scope
• Financial standing appropriate for a an undisclosed value contract
• Relevant certifications: CQC registration, DBS checks, clinical qualifications
• Capacity to mobilise within Bristol City Council’s required timeframe

How to submit a bid

• Step 1 — Access the notice: Visit Find a Tender at https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032239-2026
• Step 2 — Register free: Create or log in to your supplier account
• Step 3 — Download documents: Read the full ITT before preparing your response
• Step 4 — Raise clarifications: Submit questions early — Q&A typically closes 1–2 weeks before the deadline
• Step 5 — Submit before the date stated in the official notice: Late submissions are not accepted

What the buyer will evaluate

Bristol City Council will assess all compliant bids against published criteria. Buyers typically apply a 60% quality and 40% price weighting. Under the Procurement Act 2023, social value is a mandatory evaluation criterion.

Writing a winning bid

• Lead with an executive summary addressing Bristol City Council’s objectives directly
• Provide two or more case studies with measurable outcomes from comparable contracts
• Include specific, costed social value commitments
• Price to win but ensure your margin covers full delivery

Frequently asked questions

Can SMEs bid for this contract?

Yes. The Procurement Act 2023 requires Bristol City Council to consider SME suitability and remove unnecessary barriers.

Is registration on the portal free?

Yes. Registering as a supplier on Find a Tender is completely free.

Where are the full tender documents?

All documents are on the official Find a Tender listing at https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032239-2026.

This article is for informational purposes only. Always verify all details on the official procurement portal before submitting a bid. Kael Tripton is not affiliated with or endorsed by Bristol City Council or the UK government.