Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Barnet is in the planning stage of a procurement process for care and support services for the Wood Court Extra Care Housing Scheme located in Edgware, London (postcode HA8 0BF). This procurement falls under the health and social work services industry category and the contract, valued at £2,975,000, will run from 1st April 2026 to 31st January 2029, with the possibility of renewal until 31st March 2031. The procurement process kicked off with a preliminary market engagement notice, published on 26th June 2025, and includes a Supplier Engagement Event scheduled for 15th July 2025, where potential suppliers can engage in discussions and gain insights into the service requirements. Interested suppliers should engage in registration activities by confirming participation by 10th July 2025. This process is guided by sections 16 and 17 of the Procurement Act 2023, and outlines a structured engagement with market players prior to a formal tender process.

This tender offers businesses an opportunity to establish or strengthen their presence in the care services sector, specifically in the provision of high-quality, person-centred care within an extra care housing setting. Businesses that specialise in health and social care services, particularly those experienced in fostering community well-being and collaborative service delivery, will find this an attractive growth opportunity. The involvement of 39 one-bedroom flats underlines the project’s scale, while the partnership with the housing provider Peabody Trust suggests a collaborative approach. Companies interested in contributing innovative, client-focused care solutions and promoting independence and dignity among residents are well-suited to compete in this tender. The indicative procurement timeline provided during the Supplier Engagement Event will assist businesses in planning their participation actively and potentially winning this significant contract.

Planning

Procurement of care and support services for Wood Court Extra Care Housing Scheme in Barnet

LONDON BOROUGH OF BARNET

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

26th June 2025 13:05:59 PM

Planning Deadline

30th July 2025 22:59:59 PM Expired
Contract Summary

The London Borough of Barnet (the “Council”) is seeking to engage with the market in preparation for the procurement of care and support services at the existing Extra Care Housing (ECH) scheme in Barnet, Wood Court, South Road, Edgware, HA8 0BF. This notice is issued in accordance with sections 16 and 17 of the Procurement Act 2023 to seek market input before the commencement of a formal procurement process. This notice is issued to inform and invite potential providers to participate in early market engagement activities. This is not a call for competition. The Council intends to commission a provider to deliver high-quality, person-centred care and support services at Wood Court. The scheme comprises 39 one-bedroom flats, of which 11 are not currently in scope for this contract. The successful provider will be expected to: •Deliver flexible, responsive care tailored to individual needs. •Promote independence and dignity among residents. •Collaborate effectively with the housing provider (Peabody Trust) and other local services. •Foster a vibrant, inclusive community within the scheme. Note: This contract will not include housing provision or housing management services, which are managed separately by Peabody Trust under individual tenancy agreements. To view this notice, please click here: https://londonbarnet.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=958613428
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-05543c

Publication Source

Find a Tender Service

Procurement Stage

Planning

Procurement Method

N/A

Procurement Method Details

N/A

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

CPV Division(s)
Awarding Authority

LONDON BOROUGH OF BARNET

Buyer Name

Magdalena Magliulo

Buyer Email

procurement@barnet.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

020835904349

Buyer Address

2 Bristol Avenue, Colindale

London

NW9 4EW

United Kingdom

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Procurement of care and support services for Wood Court Extra Care Housing Scheme in Barnet

LONDON BOROUGH OF BARNET

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