Tender

Music therapy - Brixton Scrubs

NORTH LONDON FOUNDATION TRUST

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Tender

01 Apr 2026 at 15:44

Summary of the contracting process

The North London Foundation Trust, acting as the buying organisation, has initiated a tender process for a music therapy service at HMP Brixton. This service falls under the health and social work services category and is located in London, United Kingdom. The procurement method is open competition below threshold, allowing for broad participation. The current stage of the procurement is tendering, with crucial deadlines including an end date for both tender and enquiry periods on 15th April 2026. The contract period is set to commence on 1st May 2026 and conclude on 1st October 2026, with possible extensions based on performance and funding availability.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in music therapy and those with expertise in engaging hard-to-reach individuals. The contract requires a provider capable of offering a range of services, including live music, instrument learning, and song writing, which can boost the motivation of individuals involved in mental health or substance misuse services. Small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as voluntary sector organisations, are particularly encouraged to participate, given the contract's suitability for such entities. The criteria for awarding the contract include meeting specific requirements, providing necessary information, and offering competitive pricing.

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Notice Title

Music therapy - Brixton Scrubs

Notice Description

NLFT require a musician in residence to attend HMP Brixton in person for 1 full days per week / 2 sessions per site to provide music sessions that focus on but not limited to: * Live music * Instrument learning * Music appreciation * Song writing and performance The chosen supplier must showcase they are successful in engaging and increasing the motivation of hard-to-reach individuals including those accessing mental health/substance misuse services and those who don't engage effectively with the more traditional educational activities.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract shall be for an initial period of 5 months with a view to reviewing for an optional 19 months extension if funding is available, and the supplier meets KPI's. The contract commences on the date listed on the NHS T&C.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067b24
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030572-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
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
£13,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£13,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
15 Apr 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 1 Oct 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH LONDON FOUNDATION TRUST
Additional Buyers

NORTH EAST LONDON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
NW1 0PE
Post Town
North West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI5 Outer London - East and North East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI53 Redbridge and Waltham Forest
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Redbridge
Electoral Ward
Seven Kings
Westminster Constituency
Ilford South

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