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title: "Contract for the Provision of Windrush Compensation Scheme Claims Assistance Service"
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# Contract for the Provision of Windrush Compensation Scheme Claims Assistance Service

Buyer: HOME OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a7359013-7774-41e2-ac09-a971215399a5

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## Summary

The Home Office, acting through UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI), has awarded a contract for the provision of independent advisory services to support claimants of the Windrush Compensation Scheme. This procurement falls under the industry category of General Personnel Services for the government and has been classified with CPV code 75131100. The awarded contract, valued at GBP 1,264,993.89, is set to commence on 5th May 2025 and will run until 4th May 2028, with possible extensions of up to two further 12-month periods. The procurement process utilised was an open procedure above the threshold as per the Public Contract Regulations 2015. The service encompasses multiple regions including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for firms specialising in government advisory services and support for immigration-related claims. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) can find significant prospects in providing services to individuals affected by the Windrush scandal. Businesses with experience in providing personnel services and expertise in legal or claims assistance are especially well-suited to compete for and thrive in this contract, given the crucial nature of the support needed by the Windrush claimants.

## Notice

The Secretary of State for the Home Department as part of the Crown, acting through UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) (the "Home Office"), has completed an Open Procurement Procedure under the Public Contract Regulations 2015 and is awarding a contract for an independent advisory service to support Claimants of the Windrush Compensation Scheme. The Home Secretary announced in April 2019 the launch of the Windrush Compensation Scheme ("the Scheme"). It was announced as part of a suite of measures to right the wrongs suffered by those of the Windrush generation and their descendants who faced difficulties in demonstrating their Lawful Immigration Status. In 2021, the end date for the Windrush Compensation Scheme was removed and the Scheme is expected to continue in the foreseeable future. The Scheme Rules set out who is eligible to apply under the Scheme, what losses can be claimed for and how the Scheme operates. Further detailed information on the Compensation Scheme, including Scheme Rules, Claim Forms and associated Guidance on completing claim forms is available here: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/windrush-compensation-scheme As part of this Scheme, the Buyer has appointed a Contractor to provide independent advisory services for those wishing to make a claim under the Scheme and support those who require additional support to complete the claim form and / or probate applications. This is an optional service that can be availed by Claimants but is not a requirement to submit their claims. A three year contract term will commence on 5th May 2025, concluding on 4th May 2028. The Contracting Authority has the option to extend the contract by two further 12-month periods, at its discretion.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db259dde-4b10-4641-8d46-20891480e190 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 May 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 4 May 2025 - 4 May 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,264,993 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,264,993 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HOME OFFICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WE ARE GROUP HOLDINGS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services

### Codes

- 75131100 - General personnel services for the government

## Release History

- 14 Feb 2025 at 14:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db259dde-4b10-4641-8d46-20891480e190

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db259dde-4b10-4641-8d46-20891480e190
  14th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/guidance/windrush-compensation-scheme

## Provenance

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