Planning

Weight Wellness & Activity Service

LONDON BOROUGH OF HAVERING

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PlanningUpdate

01 Dec 2025 at 09:11

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

26 Nov 2025 at 15:05

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Havering is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process involving a "Weight Wellness & Activity Service." This initiative, underpinned by the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, aims to provide comprehensive weight management support within the health and social work services industry. Located in Romford, UK, the service will cater to the UK's region UKI52. Key upcoming dates include a deadline for expressing interest by 5th December 2025, followed by a Market Engagement event on 9th December 2025. The initiative aims for a planned contract period starting from 1st September 2026 to 1st September 2028, with potential renewal options extending till 2030.

This tender presents a promising opportunity for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in health and wellness services. Businesses capable of delivering evidence-based weight management solutions, including personalised dietary plans and behavioural therapies, stand to benefit from engaging in this initiative. With a focus on fostering healthier communities, participants could significantly grow their impact and service offering by demonstrating innovative approaches to weight management education and support. This is a valuable prospect for businesses looking to expand into the public sector health services market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Weight Wellness & Activity Service

Notice Description

We are pleased to announce our intention to develop a Weight Wellness & Activity Service aimed at providing comprehensive support for individuals seeking to achieve and maintain a healthier weight. This service will include Tier 1 & 2 Weight Management Services as well as cater to those who require more intensive intervention than Tier 1 services, including personalised dietary plans, physical activity guidance, behavioural therapy, and regular monitoring and support to ensure sustained progress. The objective is to empower individuals with the tools and knowledge necessary to manage their weight effectively, improve their overall health, and enhance their quality of life. We are considering various approaches and service models that demonstrate the capability to deliver high-quality, evidence-based weight management solutions. This initiative aims to foster healthier communities through effective weight management programs tailored to the needs of our population.

Planning Information

Interested parties are invited to contact alain.rosenberg@havering.gov.uk by the deadline date of the 5th December 2025, 12pm noon, to express of interest for this opportunity. Upon receipt of your Expression of interest, you will be invited to an online Market Engagement event on 9th December 2025. This procurement process will be conducted under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 ('PSR'). Please note that this is an informal market engagement and does not commit to any future formal processes or procurement activities.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e96d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078325-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
1 Dec 20253 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
23 Feb 20263 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 1 Sep 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF HAVERING
Contact Name
Not specified
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
TLI52 Barking & Dagenham and Havering
Local Authority
Havering
Electoral Ward
Marshalls & Rise Park
Westminster Constituency
Romford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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