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2425-0402 Individual Placement Support

ISLINGTON COUNCIL

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Award

10 Jul 2025 at 11:48

Award

23 Apr 2025 at 12:44

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, conducted by Islington Council, focuses on the delivery of "2425-0402 Individual Placement Support," aimed at providing rehabilitation services under the CPV code 85312500. This service is essential for individuals with current or past drug or alcohol issues in Islington, London, UKI. The procurement stage is complete, resulting in an awarded contract to VIA Community Service Ltd. The contract commenced on 23 April 2025 and is expected to continue until 31 March 2026, with a possible extension to 31 March 2027. The procurement was executed under the Provider Selection Regime, allowing for a limited procurement method without prior competition publication, which is outside the typical directives' scope.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in rehabilitation services, particularly those experienced in integrating employment support with substance misuse recovery. Companies with expertise in developing intensive, personalised support programmes would find this tender particularly beneficial for expansion. As the contract was awarded directly, potential suppliers should understand that similar future opportunities might arise under specific regulations that bypass traditional public tendering processes, which could provide openings for well-prepared SMEs or large companies like VIA Community Service Ltd. This contract, valued at £360,000, highlights the importance of working closely with local authorities to align service offerings with targeted community needs.

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Notice Title

2425-0402 Individual Placement Support

Notice Description

The Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Drug and Alcohol Service in Islington is designed to help individuals aged 18 and over who have current or past drug or alcohol issues and are unemployed. The service aims to support these individuals in returning to employment through intensive, personalised support, rapid job searches, placement in paid employment, and ongoing support for both employees and employers. The IPS service model integrates employment and vocational services with drug and alcohol support, focusing on the needs of individuals seeking education or employment. It includes time-limited on-the-job training and post-placement support to help participants adjust to job demands and assist employers.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The procurement for the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Drug and Alcohol Service in Islington is governed by the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) regulations under CPV code '85312500-4 Rehabilitation services'. This service is uniquely designed for individuals who are open to receiving clinical support within the commissioned drug and alcohol treatment service. The IPS team is fully integrated into the core drug and alcohol treatment service, providing targeted support for the rehabilitation of those with substance use needs as part of a holistic approach. Additional information: This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) confirmation of contract award notice. This contract has been awarded under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award. This contract has now been formally awarded using direct award process C.

Procurement Information

This was conducted under the Provider Selection Regime.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050652
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038925-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85312500 - Rehabilitation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£810,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 202510 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ISLINGTON COUNCIL
Contact Name
Tassa Dimtropoulos
Contact Email
procurement@islington.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
N1 2UD
Post Town
North London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
St Mary's & St James'
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

VIA COMMUNITY

VIA COMMUNITY SERVICE

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