Mandatory requirements:

A. Provision of a minimum 30 bed direct access hostel accommodation in Yeovil;

B. Provision of a minimum 10 emergency beds;

C. Provision of rough sleeper outreach service;

D. Provision of support for all customers tailored and suitable to their individual needs.

Aim of service:

— to deliver accommodation and associated support for individuals who are homeless in South Somerset,

— the service is aimed at adults who are homeless or at risk of homeless as referred by SSDC,

— the service is largely for single adults and established couples with medium to high support needs,

— the service is for the provision of hostel accommodation in Yeovil and associated housing management and support; it is expected that the costs of accommodation will largely be met by the service users through an occupancy agreement. It is anticipated service users will be in receipt of housing benefit and/or universal credit,

— the service provider will be expected to work closely with other local partners/delivery organisations to support customers and reduce homelessness in South Somerset.

Mandatory requirements:

A. Provision of a minimum 30 bed direct access hostel accommodation in Yeovil;

B. Provision of a minimum 10 emergency beds;

C. Provision of rough sleeper outreach service;

D. Provision of support for all customers tailored and suitable to their individual needs.