Tender

Provision of Drug and Alcohol Support for Rough Sleepers

LONDON BOROUGH OF CAMDEN

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Tender

28 Apr 2026 at 15:19

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Camden is seeking to award a contract for the provision of drug and alcohol support tailored for rough sleepers. This invitation to tender is categorised under health services, with a focus on delivery across various locations in England. The tender is currently active and follows a selective procurement method using a competitive dialogue approach. Businesses interested must submit their tenders before the deadline on 28 May 2026 at noon. The contract is set to commence on 5 October 2026, spanning an initial 30 months, with an optional extension of six months. The total budget allocated for this service is £1,875,000.

This tender represents a critical opportunity for businesses operating within the healthcare sector, especially those specialising in complex needs and outreach services. Companies with robust experience in structured drug and alcohol treatment, inpatient detox, and residential rehabilitation will be well-positioned to compete. Although this tender is not aimed at SMEs or voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations (VCSE), significant opportunities exist for larger established firms with capabilities in coordinating comprehensive mental and physical health services. By engaging in this contract, businesses can play an instrumental role in supporting vulnerable populations while potentially expanding their service offerings and regional presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Drug and Alcohol Support for Rough Sleepers

Notice Description

This invitation to tender is from the London Borough of Camden ('the Authority') who are seeking to award a contract for the provision of Drug and Alcohol Support for Rough Sleepers. Drug and Alcohol Support for Rough Sleepers Service delivers support specifically to rough sleepers, and those at risk of rough sleeping. The service comprises a number of dedicated roles including specialist drug and alcohol outreach workers, a nurse prescriber, complex needs worker, and specialist women's worker with staff receiving supervision sessions via a dedicated psychologist. The service works with people across a range of locations including sleep sites, emergency accommodation and the street outreach service hub. The service delivers structured drug and alcohol treatment, facilitate rapid access to in-patient detox and resident rehabilitation provision, and support rough sleepers to access other services including mental health and physical health. "The maximum budget for these services is PS1,875,000. The Authority reserves the right to reject any Tender with a tender price in excess of this budget". The contract will be for an initial period of 30 months commencing on or around 5 October 2026 with the option further six (6) months extension. Full details of the requirements are set out in the Specification and other documents that for part of this tender pack.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e43cc48-3e24-46ec-a2ca-84d1aed4da57
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive dialogue (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,875,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
28 May 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Oct 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF CAMDEN
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
N1C 4AG
Post Town
North London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
King's Cross
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Further Information

Notice Documents

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