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Supported Accommodation for Care Leavers

LONDON BOROUGH OF HARROW

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20 May 2026 at 05:35

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Harrow has successfully concluded a procurement process for a contract titled "Supported Accommodation for Care Leavers" within the services industry category, specifically focusing on social work services with accommodation. The key role was to ensure care leavers have access to cost-effective placements while helping them develop skills for independence and adulthood. The procurement stage is complete, with the contract having been awarded on 20th May 2026 to YMCA St. Paul's Group. This contract spans from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027, with a total contract value of £57,166. The procurement method used was direct, below-threshold procurement without competition, indicating a streamlined approach focused on immediate needs.

This tender highlights significant opportunities for businesses involved in social services, particularly those experienced in providing accommodation and support for vulnerable groups such as care leavers. Businesses with existing infrastructure for supported housing and a proven track record in social work services would find this contract a viable growth opportunity. Large entities like YMCA St. Paul's Group, which have the resources, capabilities, and recognised social impact, are well-suited to collaborate with public authorities in delivering crucial community services efficiently.

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Notice Title

Supported Accommodation for Care Leavers

Notice Description

This service is critical to ensuring sufficiency of cost-effective placements and enabling care leavers to remain in appropriate family or supported settings. The provision supports young people in developing independence skills, preparing for transition into adulthood, and achieving positive long-term outcomes.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069c61
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045961-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85311000 - Social work services with accommodation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£57,166 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
HARROW
Postcode
HA3 8FL
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)
TLI74 Harrow and Hillingdon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Harrow
Electoral Ward
Kenton West
Westminster Constituency
Harrow East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

YMCA ST. PAUL'S GROUP

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