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title: "Independent Visitor Service"
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buyer: "LONDON BOROUGH OF HAMMERSMITH & FULHAM"
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# Independent Visitor Service

Buyer: LONDON BOROUGH OF HAMMERSMITH & FULHAM  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bac972cf-7b6c-4927-8e8f-cc0ce75f03ae

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## Summary

The London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham has initiated a tender for the coordination and provision of an Independent Visitor (IV) service for looked after children up to the age of 18. This open procedure, classified under the industry category for welfare services for children and young people (CPV code 85311300), is at the tender stage. The contract, valued at £180,000, will span from 1st March 2025 to 29th February 2028. Key dates include the tender period deadline on 15th November 2024. The procurement process is open and allows participation from SMEs and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs). The service will be delivered within the London region, specifically in the W6 9JU postal code area.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in children's welfare services to expand their portfolios and establish long-term contracts with a prominent borough council. Companies experienced in providing comprehensive support services to vulnerable children are well-suited to compete. The procurement method’s openness ensures that organisations with innovative solutions and robust service delivery mechanisms have the chance to contribute to the community while achieving business growth. With a substantial contract value and a clear focus on welfare services, this tender is ideal for businesses aiming to enhance their market presence in the public sector.

## Notice

The London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham is seeking to commission the coordination and provision of an Independent Visitor (IV) service for a 3+3 years for looked after children (up to the age of 18).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/737428bf-51ca-4440-a19a-2267a12a46cc |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2025 - 29 Feb 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £180,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LONDON BOROUGH OF HAMMERSMITH & FULHAM |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | West London |
| Postcode | W6 9JU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham |
| Local authority | Hammersmith and Fulham |
| Electoral ward | Hammersmith Broadway |
| Westminster constituency | Hammersmith and Chiswick |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85311300 - Welfare services for children and young people

## Release History

- 18 Oct 2024 at 15:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/737428bf-51ca-4440-a19a-2267a12a46cc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/737428bf-51ca-4440-a19a-2267a12a46cc
  18th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- http://www.capitalesourcing.com
  Independent Visitor Service - Children & Young People 2024

## Notice URLs

- https://www.lbhf.gov.uk/

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