Tender

Occupational Therapy Service

LONDON BOROUGH OF LEWISHAM

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

05 Jan 2026 at 13:42

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

30 Sep 2025 at 15:33

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

London Borough of Lewisham is currently in the tender stage of procuring an Occupational Therapy Service under the Integrated Neighbourhood model. This initiative, with an industry focus on health and social work services, aims to deliver comprehensive, community-based care that enhances independence and wellbeing for adults with physical disabilities. Key dates include the tender period ending on 6th February 2026, with the contract period commencing on 1st April 2026, and concluding on 31st March 2029. The procurement adopts an open procedure, inviting submissions in English through electronic means. The tender is valued at £450,000 GBP and encompasses the provision of assessments and interventions in the London region identified as UKI44.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in health and social services, particularly those experienced in occupational therapy and community-based care models. Companies capable of providing thorough assessments and managing a potentially high volume of cases monthly will find this opportunity particularly appealing. Additionally, businesses with a focus on delivering quality service and social value, as reflected in the award criteria, stand a strong chance of success in this competitive procurement process. Firms with a track record of adaptability and effectiveness in multidisciplinary environments are also well-positioned to compete for this contract, fostering potential growth in both capability and market reputation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Occupational Therapy Service

Notice Description

The Integrated Neighborhood model aims to deliver holistic, community-based care that promotes independence and wellbeing for adults with physical disabilities. Within this framework, Occupational Therapy (OT) plays a critical role in enabling individuals to live independently by providing timely assessments and interventions tailored to their functional needs.The Occupational Therapy Service will support the delivery of assessments for adults with physical disabilities and or low-level dementia, with the aim of promoting independence. The Occupational Therapy service will include, but is not limited to: * Assessment of adults with physical disabilities to promote independence. * Complete at least up to 40 cases; aborted cases will be replaced to reach this total. * In the event cases do not amount to 40 in that month, the difference will be carried over to the following month. * In-person assessments are required. After the initial 40 cases, additional referrals will be made in agreed-upon batches. Providers must supply a valid reason for any cancelled, aborted, or terminated case and, where requested, provide supporting evidence. No payment will be made for cancelled, aborted, or terminated cases where the reason for cancellation is attributable to the provider or their staff.

Planning Information

Lewisham Council is seeking to engage with the market ahead of a forthcoming procurement for the provision of Occupational Therapy Services. This notice is issued to raise awareness and to identify suppliers who may be interested in bidding for the upcoming opportunity. If you would like to express your interest or have any questions, please contact: lewisham.procurement@lewisham.gov.uk The tender will be published via the Proactis e-tendering portal. Suppliers who wish to take part should ensure they are registered on Proactis. Registration is free and can be completed via the following link: Register on Proactis:- https://procontract.due-north.com/Register

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a549
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000323-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

71317200 - Health and safety services

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
31 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF LEWISHAM
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
lewisham.procurement@lewisham.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Local Authority
Lewisham
Electoral Ward
Rushey Green
Westminster Constituency
Lewisham East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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