Planning

Care and support at six supported living sites for adults with Mental Health Difficulties

LONDON BOROUGH OF BRENT

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Planning

23 Jan 2026 at 16:09

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Brent is currently in the planning stage for a tender titled "Care and support at six supported living sites for adults with Mental Health Difficulties," under the industry category of social work and related services (CPV 85300000). This procurement process, initiated on 23 January 2026, involves providing care services at six supported living sites for adults with mental health difficulties in the UKI72 region. Key upcoming dates include a market engagement event scheduled for 11 February 2026, which will be conducted online via Microsoft Teams. Interested suppliers should express interest by 10 February 2026 to receive a link to the event. With an estimated contract value of £7,566,793 for an initial term of five years with a possible two-year extension, this opportunity focuses on delivering essential services to vulnerable adults. The procurement method follows a "lightTouch" regime and is above the threshold, allowing for wide participation.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in social care services, particularly those with experience in supporting individuals with mental health challenges. It is well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) aiming to expand their client base by engaging with public sector contracts. The structured engagement with Brent Council provides an excellent platform for suppliers to better understand the requirements and tailor their offerings to meet the needs of this critical service area. Participating in this tender could enhance a business's profile, demonstrate its capability in delivering complex care solutions, and foster long-term relations within public sector procurement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Care and support at six supported living sites for adults with Mental Health Difficulties

Notice Description

This tender which is for care and support services at the six supported living sites for adults with mental health difficulties. The six sites are dedicated to serving vulnerable adults with varying levels of mental illness and who may: be in receipt of clinical treatment, have previously been detained under the Mental Health Act 1983, use drugs and/or alcohol, have a 'dual diagnosis', have been or be involved in the criminal justice system. These adults may be using secondary mental health services coordinated by Brent Mental Health Service staff and will have been assessed as eligible to move into supported accommodation. All six sites currently accommodate 33 existing service users. The total contract value for all services for the initial contract term of five years and two year extension (7 years) is estimated to be PS7,566,793.00. The Council will be running a market engagement event to inform suppliers of the upcoming opportunity. The event scheduled for 11 February 2026 will begin at 10.30am and be delivered online via Microsoft Teams. Suppliers interested in attending the market engagement should express an interest in the opportunity to be sent a message from the Council requesting information on attendees. Please express an interest no later than 5pm, 10/02/2026 in order to receive the invitation link via the messaging facility on the London Tenders Portal. Link to opportunity: https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=76c9cd40-75f8-f011-813c-005056b64545&p=2241eb95-058a-e511-80f7-000c29c9ba21

Planning Information

The Council will be running a market engagement event to inform suppliers of the upcoming opportunity. The event is scheduled for 11 February 2026 will begin at 10.30am and be delivered online via Microsoft Teams. Suppliers interested in attending the market engagement should express an interest in the opportunity to be sent a message from the Council requesting information on attendees. Please express an interest no later than 5pm, 10/02/2026 in order to receive the invitation link via the messaging facility on the London Tenders Portal. Link to opportunity: https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=76c9cd40-75f8-f011-813c-005056b64545&p=2241eb95-058a-e511-80f7-000c29c9ba21

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060db2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006340-2026
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

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,566,793 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jan 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
18 Feb 20262 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2031 Over 5 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 BRENT
Contact Name
Bhavin Mistry
Contact Email
procurement@brent.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2089373615

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
TLI72 Brent
Local Authority
Brent
Electoral Ward
Wembley Park
Westminster Constituency
Brent West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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