Tender

Independent Financial and Value for Money Review of Directly Provided Adult Social Care Services

LONDON BOROUGH OF EALING

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Tender

13 May 2026 at 16:23

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Ealing is initiating an open procurement process for an "Independent Financial and Value for Money Review of Directly Provided Adult Social Care Services." This tender, identified by ocid "ocds-h6vhtk-06983a," invites qualified firms to assess the financial and operational efficiency of their in-house adult social care services. The procurement process, falling under the category of services, will take place within the UKI73 region of the United Kingdom. The open competition method is being utilised for this below-threshold tender, with key procurement dates including the enquiry deadline on 22nd May 2026 and the submission deadline on 29th May 2026. Contract commencement is scheduled for 1st June 2026, finishing on 30th November 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in financial, accounting, auditing, and management consultancy services. Ideal candidates would be those with experience in conducting comprehensive financial reviews and providing evidence-based recommendations. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the suitability requirements favoring these entities. The contract, valued at £48,000 gross, prioritises both quality and cost-effectiveness, with award criteria set at 40% for quality and 60% for price. This provides a lucrative opportunity for skilled consultancies to expand their portfolios within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Independent Financial and Value for Money Review of Directly Provided Adult Social Care Services

Notice Description

The Council is seeking a partner to deliver an independent financial and value for money review of our in-house Adult Social Care Directly Provided Services. The Council is seeking to commission a qualified practice to provide a financial and value for money review of its Directly Provided Adult Social Care services. The review will provide clear, robust and auditable recommendations to support Elected Members, the Chief Executive, and senior officers.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06983a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044144-2026
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

66000000 - Financial and insurance services

79200000 - Accounting, auditing and fiscal services

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
29 May 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF EALING
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W5 2HL
Post Town
West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI73 Ealing
Delivery Location
TLI73 Ealing
Local Authority
Ealing
Electoral Ward
Ealing Broadway
Westminster Constituency
Ealing Central and Acton

Further Information

Notice Documents

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