Manchester City Council is commissioning a short-term supported accommodation service for young people aged 16-25 who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, or transitioning from care. For this service Manchester is looking to commission a supported accommodation that is different from other supported accommodation and follows the ´Foyer´ model of accommodation. The service will provide an integrated model combining: • Safe, high-quality accommodation • Education, training, and employment support • Personal development and life skills • Health and wellbeing support The overall aim is to enable young people to: • Achieve independence • Secure and sustain appropriate accommodation • Improve their wellbeing • Engage in meaningful education, employment, or training The model must be outcomes-focused, strengths-based, and trauma-informed, with a strong emphasis on early move-on planning and prevention of repeat homelessness. The contract will run from 1 February 2027 for 5 years.