VRU Parental Wellbeing and Boundaries Training and Support Programme

MAYOR'S OFFICE FOR POLICING AND CRIME

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

19 May 2026 at 09:18

TenderUpdate

19 Dec 2025 at 14:05

Tender

18 Dec 2025 at 10:05

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process conducted by the Mayor's Office For Policing And Crime has reached the contract award stage. The tender titled "VRU Parental Wellbeing and Boundaries Training and Support Programme" is focused on delivering training services under the CPV code 80500000, with a primary focus on specialist training services (80510000). This programme aims to empower parents and carers through accredited training, foster sustainable support networks, and enhance family resilience. Located in London, this contract started on 1st April 2026 and is set to continue until 31st March 2027, with an option for a one-year extension. The procurement method employed was an open competition under a light-touch regime. Lifeline Community Projects has been selected as the supplier for this service, with a contract value of £230,786.40.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in training and support services, particularly those adept in community development and vocational training. SMEs and organisations with experience in educational services, community engagement, or social enterprise sectors are well-positioned to benefit and expand their capabilities by participating in similar future opportunities. The focus on creating sustainable networks and accreditation pathways suggests that providers with innovative techniques in knowledge transfer and empowerment will find ample scope for impact and growth.

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Notice Title

VRU Parental Wellbeing and Boundaries Training and Support Programme

Notice Description

The Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) is seeking providers through this Invitation to Tender to deliver parental wellbeing and boundaries training and support. The commissioned programme will strengthen parent and carer networks through accredited training and a train the trainer model, enabling wider access to qualifications and peer led support. The focus of the programme will be on: *Delivery of accredited training to empower parents and carers *Building sustainable networks through train-the-trainer approaches *Supporting parents and carers to gain recognised accreditations *Enhancing emotional resilience and strengthening boundaries within families This next phase will invest in training and support that equips parents and carers with the skills to foster resilience, set healthy boundaries, and extend support across their communities. By embedding accreditation and peer-led delivery, the programme aims to create lasting impact and stronger family networks and communities.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f8a2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045647-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80500000 - Training services

80510000 - Specialist training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£230,786 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MAYOR'S OFFICE FOR POLICING AND CRIME
Additional Buyers

MAYORS OFFICE FOR POLICING AND CRIME

Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 0LL
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
TLI London

Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
Borough & Bankside
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LIFELINE COMMUNITY PROJECTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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