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10 Aug 2026 at 14:24

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10 Aug 2026 at 14:07

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Camden, in collaboration with the London Borough of Islington, is seeking to procure Young Carers services across these boroughs. The tender, currently in the tender stage, invites bids for delivering statutory and preventative services for young carers aged 5 to 17. This involves healthcare and social work services located in the Greater London area, and the estimated contract value is £968,792, potentially reaching £1,210,990 with extensions. The procurement method is an open procedure with a tender submission deadline of 10th September 2026. The initial contract term is 36 months with a possibility of extension up to 24 months if required, starting from 1st February 2027. The evaluation criteria will focus on quality (60%) and price (40%).

This contract presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in health and social care services, particularly those with a track record in working with young carers or similar support services. SMEs and VCSEs are especially encouraged to participate, as the tender accommodates businesses with the relevant expertise, infrastructure, and quality management systems. By participating, businesses can expand their service portfolio, gain valuable experience in a competitive sector, and enhance their profile with public sector contracts in the UK. The contract promises a structured payment and performance monitoring system, conducive to business growth and sustainability.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Young Carers services across Camden and Islington

Notice Description

The Contract is for the delivery of statutory and preventative Young Carers services across Camden and Islington. Young Carers are children and young people between 5 - 17 who provide some care for a parent or other family member who may have a physical or learning disability, long term illness, mental ill health or drug and/or alcohol problems. Children and young people as carers have the right to be given a choice, be treated as an individual, be given appropriate and co-ordinated support from the relevant agencies and be given the option to participate in the planning and delivery of services. The contract initial term is 36 months with a permitted extension of up to 24 months at the sole discretion of the Councils.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Council reserves the sole right to extend the contract for a further 24 months, or any period up to 24 months, if service performance is satisfactory and a business need is required to retain the services.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06e058
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075830-2026
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
Open procedure
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
£968,792 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£968,792 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
10 Sep 20265 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2027 - 31 Jan 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF CAMDEN
Additional Buyers

LONDON BOROUGH OF ISLINGTON

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WC1H 9JE
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
St Mary's & St James'
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

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