Tender

Diversion from offending & early intervention programme

LONDON BOROUGH OF BRENT

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Tender

03 Dec 2025 at 16:32

Planning

06 Nov 2025 at 13:38

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Brent is seeking to implement a Diversion from Offending and Early Intervention Programme through a public procurement process. The tender focuses on the provision of services to the community, specifically targeting health and social work services within the United Kingdom, particularly in London. As part of the ongoing tender stage of the process, the final submission deadline is set for 5th January 2026, with enquiries closing on 19th December 2025. The programme is intended to support individuals at risk of offending through street-based outreach, prison-based support, and assistance at the point of release, with a focus on flexible, user-oriented service delivery. This contract commences on 1st April 2026 and concludes on 31st March 2029, with a total contract value estimated at £509,592 through an open competition method, falling below the threshold for more restrictive competitions.

This tender provides significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in community service, youth justice interventions, and rehabilitative support. Businesses experienced in delivering flexible support services and solutions tailored to individual needs, such as mentoring programs, housing assistance, health care, and substance abuse interventions, would be ideal candidates to apply for this contract. The focus on social value, alongside quality and price, within the award criteria, further highlights the importance of having impactful community engagement capabilities. For interested businesses, this initiative not only presents the chance to forge a lasting partnership with Brent Council but also contributes to societal advancement by reducing reoffending and supporting rehabilitation efforts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Diversion from offending & early intervention programme

Notice Description

Brent Council requires the provision of a Diversion from Offending and Early Intervention Programme. The programme will have multiple functions for the duration of this contract and will provide support in the following ways: Provide a street based outreach service to enable earlier identification and intervention of those on the cusp of offending or not yet known to statutory services and at risk of increased offending; Gaining access to the main London prisons such as HMP Wormwood Scrubs, Wandsworth and Feltham Young Offenders Institute to be able to provide support to cohort offenders prior to release; Meet the targeted cohort at the prison gate (London only) when released and escort to release appointments; Provide flexible working hours to meet the needs of the service users to be able to accommodate work and school hours, shift work outside of Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm dependent on a case by case basis. Provide assistance with appointments as required i.e. escort to probation appointments, health appointments etc. Provide support around the pathways of reoffending e.g., housing support and assistance securing housing, education, training and employment, with the aim of securing employment and support with drug and alcohol needs. Provide a mentor which specialises in youth justice interventions to focus on young offenders and their rehabilitation.

Planning Information

We are seeking expressions of interest prior to publishing this tender on 18/11/2025

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05dbd9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079479-2025
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

75200000 - Provision of services to the community

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£509,592 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£509,592 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Dec 2025Yesterday
Submission Deadline
5 Jan 20261 months to go
Future Notice Date
18 Nov 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 BRENT
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
robin.goodacre@brent.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WEMBLEY
Postcode
HA9 0FJ
Post Town
Harrow
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI72 Brent
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Brent
Electoral Ward
Wembley Park
Westminster Constituency
Brent West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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