This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

28 May 2026 at 16:03

Planning

13 Mar 2026 at 17:44

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Lewisham is currently at the tender stage for a procurement process concerning the Calabash Centre's "Building Based Day Service for Older Adults and Lead Agency Responsibilities". This opportunity falls under the industry category of "Other community, social and personal services" and is set to occur in Catford, United Kingdom. The open procurement procedure will follow the guidelines set forth in the Procurement Act 2023. The contract is valued at a maximum of £424,000 per annum, spanning from 1st November 2026 to 31st October 2029, with a potential extension of an additional two years. Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 26th June 2026, with the award period ending on 31st August 2026.

The tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses that specialise in community and social services, particularly those capable of managing day services for older adults. Businesses that have competency in cultural and community-focused care models and who are aligned with the objectives of promoting health, independence, and social interaction, would find this contract beneficial to their growth. Especially well-suited are those organisations with strong experience in leasing and operating care facilities. The procurement values quality, social value, and partnership working, making it ideal for businesses that can deliver high standards in these areas.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Building Based Day Service for Older Adults and Lead Agency Responsibilities - Calabash Centre

Notice Description

Lewisham Council (the Council) invites you to submit a Tender for the Building Based Day Service for Older Adults and Lead Agency Responsibilities - Calabash Centre be undertaken to support the delivery of day service for older adults and their families during the day, in particular, older adults who have needs for social interaction, or families for day respite, on the terms and conditions set out in the invitation to tender (ITT) and the attached Contract Documentation. The contract will be between the successful Tenderer and the Council for the period of three years from 1 November 2026 to 31 October 2029 with an option to extend for a further 2 years. This contract will be procured through an open procurement process in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023. The maximum contract value is PS424,000 per annum. If your proposed figure is above this price, your tender will be excluded. The contract will include the provider leasing the building as outlined in the Summary of Terms included with the tender documents. The annual rent value will be PS24,600.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 1.3 The contract will be between the successful Tenderer and the Council for the period of three years from 1 November 2026 to 31 October 2029 with an option to extend for a further 2 years.

Planning Information

Engagement Process Scope of the Engagement This engagement provides an opportunity for potential providers to understand the future commissioning approach for Calabash and the proposed long-term procurement. The session will outline the vision for Calabash as a cultural, community and wellbeing centre, share insights from community engagement and co-production activity, and present the proposed future service model and commissioning priorities. Participants will also be able to ask clarification questions regarding the procurement. Engagement Event An online engagement event will be held on Friday 10 April, 11:30am-12:30pm via Microsoft Teams. Session Overview Welcome and Purpose - Positioning Calabash as a cultural, community and wellbeing centre. Background and Context - Overview of the rationale for undertaking a new long-term procurement and a summary of community engagement findings, including maintaining successful elements, strengthening the cultural offer, and enhancing intergenerational activity. Outline of the Future Service Model - Presentation of the proposed service approach. Commissioning Priorities - Insights from co-production, community meetings and research, highlighting cultural competence requirements, core day service delivery, community hub use during evenings and weekends, and expected outcomes. Quality and Evaluation Expectations - Emphasis on the high weighting for quality, including cultural competence, social value, partnership working and performance management expectations. Questions and Discussion - Opportunity for participants to raise questions and seek clarification. Registration and Expressions of Interest Organisations interested in attending the engagement event should register by emailing Lewisham.procurement@lewisham.gov.uk A Microsoft Teams link will be shared with registered participants. Clarification Questions Any clarification questions in advance of the session should also be submitted to Lewisham.procurement@lewisham.gov.uk

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066a66
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050527-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,120,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,120,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
8 Apr 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2031-04-01

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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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