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Summary of the contracting process

Westminster City Council focuses on enhancing mental health pathways through the extension of supported accommodation services under the project titled "Mental Health Pathways Extension Lot 1: Shirland West Recovery Cluster." The procurement process, categorised under residential health facilities services, aims to provide specialised accommodation and support for adults with mental health needs within the UKI region, particularly in London. The procurement, which adheres to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, is currently in the award stage, with an active contract that was signed on 9 April 2026. The contract value, post-modification, amounts to £6,640,827 and has been extended until 30 April 2027, reflecting the complex requirements and interdependencies of the service.

The tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the health services sector, particularly those specialising in mental health support and accommodation. Firms with expertise in delivering structured recovery-focused interventions and managing high-risk clientele, alongside collaborative clinical work and statutory service integration, will find this contract particularly aligned with their capabilities. This project encourages a proactive approach to community engagement and responsible procurement, promising growth for businesses to showcase their expertise in handling KPIs related to resident satisfaction, staff training, and digital inclusion. Large enterprises with proven experience in similar services, like Look Ahead Care and Support Limited, are well-positioned to compete due to the contract's demands for robust service delivery and management expertise.

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Notice Title

Mental Health Pathways Extension Lot 1: Shirland West Recovery Cluster

Notice Description

Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of specialist supported accommodation for adults with mental health needs, including those eligible under Care Act 2014 and Section 117 aftercare. Operation of multiple 24/7 supported accommodation schemes across four clusters. Delivery of structured recovery-focused interventions, daily living skills support, and personalised support planning. Management of forensic and high-risk clients, with embedded multi-agency clinical collaboration. Integrated working with ASC Mental Health, CNWL, the Integrated Care Board, and other statutory partners. Support for move-on and resettlement, step-down accommodation management, and throughput improvement. Delivery of social value commitments, community engagement, and responsible procurement duties. Contractual KPIs including resident satisfaction, staff training compliance, digital inclusion measures, and value for money metrics.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06866e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035677-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85144000 - Residential health facilities services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£6,640,827 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Apr 20264 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Westminster City Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
Not specified
Postcode Area
Not specified
Country
Not specified

Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Look Ahead Care and Support Limited

Further Information

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