This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

02 Jul 2026 at 08:30

Planning

15 Jun 2026 at 13:18

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Lewisham is in the Tender stage of procuring an "Integrated Young People's Substance Misuse and Sexual Health Service". This project is positioned within the Health Services industry category and aims to deliver a comprehensive range of services, including education, early interventions, treatment, and case management for young people aged 10-25. The service will be delivered in the UKI44 region, specifically within Lewisham, United Kingdom. The procurement process follows an open procedure with gross contract value estimated at £2,457,837. Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 14th August 2026 and a service commencement date expected in April 2027. This tender represents a substantial opportunity given its potential maximum contract duration of nine years, granted initial satisfactory performance.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) experienced in providing youth-focused health services. It seeks the engagement of suppliers able to deliver high-quality, flexible, outcome-driven solutions for young people at risk of substance misuse or requiring sexual and reproductive health support. Companies with expertise in digital engagement and social value contributions related to health services could particularly benefit. The procurement's open nature ensures fair competition and offers equal opportunities for businesses ready to demonstrate financial stability, technical ability, and a strategic approach to service delivery for this vital community service.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Integrated Young People's Substance Misuse and Sexual Health Service

Notice Description

The London Borough of Lewisham is seeking to commission an integrated Substance Misuse and Sexual Health Service for children and young people aged 10-25. The Service will deliver information, advice and early, preventative interventions relating to substance misuse and sexual and reproductive health, including brief educational and psychosocial support. Where needs are identified, the Service will also provide specialist, structured treatment and case management for substance misuse, alongside supported access to relevant clinical and specialist provision across both substance misuse and sexual health pathways. The contract will be between the successful Tenderer and the Council for an initial term of three (3) years. At the Council's sole discretion, the Contract may be extended for up to two further periods of three (3) years each, subject to satisfactory performance and ongoing service requirements. This would result in a maximum potential contract duration of nine (9) years. It is expected that the successful Tenderer will commence delivery of the Service from April 2027.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract will be between the successful Tenderer and the Council for an initial term of three (3) years. At the Council's sole discretion, the Contract may be extended for up to two further periods of three (3) years each, subject to satisfactory performance and ongoing service requirements. This would result in a maximum potential contract duration of nine (9) years.

Planning Information

This Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) is being undertaken to inform the market of a forthcoming procurement opportunity and to provide access to background information relating to the proposed service and delivery requirements. This information is available to interested suppliers via the link below. No supplier engagement events (such as webinars or market engagement sessions) are planned as part of this exercise. Interested suppliers are invited to review the available information, register their interest in the opportunity, and submit any clarification questions via the following link: https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=7e23e6ba-9868-f111-813c-005056b64545&p=2241eb95-058a-e511-80f7-000c29c9ba21 Expressions of interest and all clarification questions must be submitted by 21 June 2026. Responses to questions will be published, where appropriate, to ensure transparency and equal treatment of all interested parties. This notice is issued for information and engagement purposes only and does not constitute a call for competition. Participation or non-participation in this engagement will not confer any advantage or disadvantage in any subsequent procurement process.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b515
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062043-2026
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,457,837 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,457,837 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
14 Aug 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
21 Jun 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
2026-10-01

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

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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