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Contract for the Provision of Windrush Compensation Scheme Claims Assistance Service

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14 Feb 2025 at 14:34

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Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office, acting through UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI), has awarded a contract for the provision of independent advisory services to support claimants of the Windrush Compensation Scheme. This procurement falls under the industry category of General Personnel Services for the government and has been classified with CPV code 75131100. The awarded contract, valued at GBP 1,264,993.89, is set to commence on 5th May 2025 and will run until 4th May 2028, with possible extensions of up to two further 12-month periods. The procurement process utilised was an open procedure above the threshold as per the Public Contract Regulations 2015. The service encompasses multiple regions including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for firms specialising in government advisory services and support for immigration-related claims. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) can find significant prospects in providing services to individuals affected by the Windrush scandal. Businesses with experience in providing personnel services and expertise in legal or claims assistance are especially well-suited to compete for and thrive in this contract, given the crucial nature of the support needed by the Windrush claimants.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Contract for the Provision of Windrush Compensation Scheme Claims Assistance Service

Notice Description

The Secretary of State for the Home Department as part of the Crown, acting through UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) (the "Home Office"), has completed an Open Procurement Procedure under the Public Contract Regulations 2015 and is awarding a contract for an independent advisory service to support Claimants of the Windrush Compensation Scheme. The Home Secretary announced in April 2019 the launch of the Windrush Compensation Scheme ("the Scheme"). It was announced as part of a suite of measures to right the wrongs suffered by those of the Windrush generation and their descendants who faced difficulties in demonstrating their Lawful Immigration Status. In 2021, the end date for the Windrush Compensation Scheme was removed and the Scheme is expected to continue in the foreseeable future. The Scheme Rules set out who is eligible to apply under the Scheme, what losses can be claimed for and how the Scheme operates. Further detailed information on the Compensation Scheme, including Scheme Rules, Claim Forms and associated Guidance on completing claim forms is available here: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/windrush-compensation-scheme As part of this Scheme, the Buyer has appointed a Contractor to provide independent advisory services for those wishing to make a claim under the Scheme and support those who require additional support to complete the claim form and / or probate applications. This is an optional service that can be availed by Claimants but is not a requirement to submit their claims. A three year contract term will commence on 5th May 2025, concluding on 4th May 2028. The Contracting Authority has the option to extend the contract by two further 12-month periods, at its discretion.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a7359013-7774-41e2-ac09-a971215399a5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db259dde-4b10-4641-8d46-20891480e190
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

CPV Codes

75131100 - General personnel services for the government

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,264,993 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,264,993 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
4 May 2025 - 4 May 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WE ARE GROUP HOLDINGS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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