Tender

London Borough of Bromley Sensory Support Service

LONDON BOROUGH OF BROMLEY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

19 Feb 2026 at 14:21

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

17 Dec 2025 at 11:37

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Bromley is actively seeking to commission its Sensory Support Service, catering to adults over 18 with sensory impairments. This procurement process, currently at the tender stage, involves an open procedure for the provision of health and social work services within Bromley's regional area (UKI61). The deadline for tender submissions is 17 March 2026, with enquiry submissions concluding on 12 March 2026. Potential contractors should submit bids via the Proactis portal in English. The contract award is contingent upon meeting criteria focusing 60% on price and 40% on quality, and the engagement lasts from October 2026 to September 2029, with possible extensions at the council's discretion.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in health and social work services, especially those experienced in supporting individuals with hearing and vision challenges. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate. Prospective bidders will find room for growth through direct involvement with the community and potential contract renewals based on performance. A provider engagement event is scheduled for 13 January 2026, inviting businesses to understand expectations and engage with Bromley's commissioning team, fostering a collaborative approach to service delivery.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

London Borough of Bromley Sensory Support Service

Notice Description

The London Borough of Bromley is re-commissioning its Sensory Support Service for adults aged 18+ with hearing impairment, vision impairment, or dual sensory loss. The service aims to promote independence, improve wellbeing, and ensure residents have access to appropriate specialist support. The Service will provide practical, emotional support and information advice and guidance to the residents of the Borough.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Extension to be applied at the sole discretion of the council upon review of contract performance during the initial contract period.

Planning Information

A Provider Engagement Event will be held on Tuesday 13 January 2026 at 10:00 AM via MS Teams. The event will outline the expectations for the forthcoming tender for the sensory Support Services in Bromley and to engage with experienced providers of these services. Suppliers interested in attending this event should read the briefing note attached to Proactis reference number DN800857 and send their details to CommunityCommissioningTeam@bromley.gov.uk including the company name, name of delegates attending, and email address of where the MS Teams invite should be sent.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f7a0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015292-2026
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,393,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,393,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
17 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
2 Feb 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 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 BROMLEY
Contact Name
procurement
Contact Email
procurement@bromley.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BROMLEY
Postcode
BR1 1AD
Post Town
Bromley
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI61 Bromley
Delivery Location
TLI61 Bromley
Local Authority
Bromley
Electoral Ward
Bromley Town
Westminster Constituency
Bromley and Biggin Hill

Further Information

Notice Documents

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