Social-housing Fraud investigative services

PHOENIX COMMUNITY HOUSING

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Tender

09 Jun 2026 at 16:45

Summary of the contracting process

Phoenix Community Housing, located in London, is currently at the tender stage for a contract titled "Social-housing Fraud investigative services." This procurement falls under the industry category of Investigation and Security Services (CPV code: 79700000) and aims to minimise social housing fraud by ensuring properties are occupied by rightful tenants through detailed investigative services. The procurement process started with a publication date of 9th June 2026, with a tender submission deadline on 30th June 2026. The contract is set to run from 1st August 2026 to 31st July 2029. This open procedure, suitable for entities beyond the threshold, offers an estimated contract value between £45,000 and £55,000.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in investigation and security services, particularly those experienced in fraud detection and legal compliance in accordance with the Police and Criminal Evidence Act (PACE). Companies capable of conducting thorough investigations, producing detailed reports, and participating in legal proceedings will find this contract particularly advantageous. While small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSE) are welcome to express interest, the tender primarily suits firms with established capacity and expertise in handling long-term investigative contracts. This opportunity enables companies to expand their portfolio and enhance their credibility in the public sector by partnering with Phoenix Community Housing.

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Notice Title

Social-housing Fraud investigative services

Notice Description

To provide Fraud investigation services. To ensure that our properties are occupied by the rightful tenants and investigate statutory sales applicants that have been referred. Ensuring the risk to the business of social housing fraud is minimised. Output Technical Specification: Interim and final investigation reports to be submitted in writing, detailing investigative actions taken and evidentiary basis for decision and recommendations. Investigations and reporting to be in compliance with Police and Criminal Evidence Act (PACE). Investigating Officer must be able to produce written witness statements for Court and be able to attend and submit evidence in person. Monthly review meetings to take place throughout the lifespan of the contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4985a9a3-1ebd-476e-8dc1-a97ad86f89f5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f38eed4-b08d-49f2-bd1c-b806f2cff7fa
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79700000 - Investigation and security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£55,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 20263 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PHOENIX COMMUNITY HOUSING
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE6 2RP
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Lewisham
Electoral Ward
Catford South
Westminster Constituency
Lewisham East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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