Tender

Independent Visitors for Looked After Children

LONDON BOROUGH OF LEWISHAM

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Tender

29 Oct 2019 at 14:39

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Lewisham is currently seeking an open tender for the commissioning of an Independent Visitor service for Looked After Children. The procurement process, which is at the tender stage, aims to enlist a service provider to recruit, train, and support volunteers who will engage with these children to foster their self-esteem and confidence. The deadline for submission is 28th November 2019, and the proposed contract is set to commence on 1st March 2020 and last until 28th February 2023. This opportunity falls under the welfare services for children and young people category and will be situated in London, United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses focused on social services, particularly those with experience in engaging with youth and community development. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in providing support services or volunteer management would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. By participating, these organisations can enhance their service offerings and expand their reach within the community, ultimately contributing to their growth and sustainability.

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Notice Title

Independent Visitors for Looked After Children

Notice Description

The London Borough of Lewisham is seeking to commission an Independent Visitor service for Looked After Children. The service will recruit, train and support volunteers to visit and befriend children and young people. The aim of the Independent Visitor role will be to help these young people to develop self-esteem and confidence through providing consistent and reliable friendships and sharing interests and activities.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cb3de89d-cd5b-494b-b800-e04d7534bcf7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9ca364e-dc6a-4d8c-b243-9fd0cea28bd1
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
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85311300 - Welfare services for children and young people

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Oct 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Nov 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2020 - 28 Feb 2023 2-3 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
LONDON BOROUGH OF LEWISHAM
Contact Name
Emily Newell
Contact Email
emily.newell@lewisham.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2083149254

Buyer Location

Locality
CATFORD
Postcode
SE6 4RU
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
Rushey Green
Westminster Constituency
Lewisham East

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