Tender

Intensive Housing Advice and Support Service

LONDON BOROUGH OF LEWISHAM

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TenderUpdate

25 Mar 2026 at 13:55

Tender

24 Mar 2026 at 16:59

Planning

07 Jan 2026 at 16:20

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Lewisham invites suppliers to tender for the "Intensive Housing Advice and Support Service," aiming to deliver intensive, housing-related support across Lewisham. The procurement process adheres to the Procurement Act 2023 under the Competitive Flexible Procedure, currently active, and includes both stages of a Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) followed by Invitation to Tender (ITT). The service falls under the category of Health and Social Work Services and seeks to prevent homelessness and aid service users in sustaining independent accommodation. The tender process is open, and the deadline for submissions is 24th April 2026, with final awards expected by 18th May 2026.

This procurement offers ample opportunities for businesses, particularly SMEs and VCSEs, with a focus on sustaining tenancies and addressing crises in service users' lives. Organisations with expertise in housing support and crisis management would be well-suited to bid for this contract, which spans several years up to 2030, with a potential two-year extension. Engagement in this tender could bolster a business's presence in social work sectors, enhancing its portfolio and opening further avenues in public sector collaborations. The procurement encourages participation through a comprehensive evaluation based on Financial, Quality, and Social Value criteria, making it a ripe opportunity for organisations excelling in these areas.

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Notice Title

Intensive Housing Advice and Support Service

Notice Description

London Borough of Lewisham invite suppliers to tender for a floating support service providing brief but intensive support to adults Lewisham with additional support needs. The Intensive Housing Advice and Support Service (IHASS) will deliver brief, intensive housing-related support to service users whose accommodation is at risk, or who would be at risk of losing their accommodation without timely intervention. This may include providing targeted support to service users requiring resettlement. The service has focus on tenancy sustainment and resolving immediate crisis in people's lives. The service operates across Lewisham. The aim of the service is to prevent homelessness and to support service users to develop the skills, confidence, and stability required to sustain independent accommodation and independent living.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: There is a possible extension period of two years at the Council's discretion.

Planning Information

London Borough of Lewisham are inviting providers to attend a market warming event on the 3rd February 2026 at 2pm to learn more about the services and the procurement process. The event will provide an overview of service requirements and the competitive tendering process, including timelines. Interested organisations are encouraged to attend to engage with commissioners and ask questions ahead of the formal tender launch. The Council would like to extend this pre-market engagement invitation to companies and organisations of all sizes including local SME's. Members of the Council's Supported Housing Commissioning Team and Procurement team will be in attendance to discuss the details of the opportunities, services required and the procurement process. To register for the event please email lewisham.procurement@lewisham.gov.uk by 12pm Friday 30th of January 2026. Following confirmation of your attendance, a Microsoft Teams link will be issued closer to the time.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060151
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027360-2026
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
Competitive flexible procedure
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
£1,627,040 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,627,040 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
3 Feb 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF LEWISHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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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