Planning

Information Advice Guidance ( IAG )

LONDON BOROUGH OF HAVERING

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Planning

23 May 2025 at 10:14

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Havering is planning a public procurement process titled "Information Advice Guidance (IAG)," targeting services in the health and social work industry. This procurement aims to fulfil statutory obligations related to educational guidance for young people, particularly those not in education, employment, or training. The project, classified under public authority (sub-central government), is situated in Romford, United Kingdom, within the UKI region. It follows a "light touch" special regime, with the procurement currently in the planning stage. Important dates include the publication of the pipeline notice on 23 May 2025 and a future notice expected by 1 August 2025, with the planned contract period spanning from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029. Interested parties should reach out to LBH Procurement for further details.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in educational support and consultancy services for young people facing significant challenges. Organisations capable of delivering tailored advice and guidance services stand to benefit, particularly those with expertise in fostering resilience and career planning for youths. The procurement's focus on aiding young people in their educational and employment endeavours may also entice businesses engaged in social work and community engagement activities. Companies that can offer innovative solutions to meet the needs of young people in the UKI region could leverage this opportunity to expand their service offerings and establish a prominent role within the community.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Information Advice Guidance ( IAG )

Notice Description

This is a five year contract with an extension period of 2 years. In total, over the 7 years of the contracts, the value will be PS4.060m for the targeted careers information, advice and guidance service. This service is commissioned by London Borough of Havering (LBH) to fulfil the Council's statutory obligations as outlined in the Education and Skills Act 2008, Education & Skills Act 2011 and the Children's and Families Act 2014. Information, advice and guidance (IAG) for young people is a key element in developing personal resilience and capacity to deal positively with challenges in their lives that may influence their choice of career and aspirations. The focus on young people not in education, employment or training (NEET) and their re-engagement in meaningful learning contributes significantly to their individual skill sets but also impacts upon their parents, families and communities. The focus of this service is to ensure that young people facing significant challenges in their lives will be well supported, enabling them to access impartial and high quality advice about developing their plans to progress in learning and employment, thereby improving their future prosperity.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05216d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025963-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF HAVERING
Contact Name
LBH Procurement
Contact Email
procurement.support@havering.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
ROMFORD
Postcode
RM1 4GR
Post Town
Romford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI5 Outer London - East and North East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI52 Barking & Dagenham and Havering
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Havering
Electoral Ward
Marshalls & Rise Park
Westminster Constituency
Romford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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