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title: "16+ Semi Independent Accommodation and Support Services"
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buyer: "LONDON BOROUGH OF CROYDON"
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# 16+ Semi Independent Accommodation and Support Services

Buyer: LONDON BOROUGH OF CROYDON  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-be912808-18cf-46b3-a562-3fcd7dd13466

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## Summary

The London Borough of Croydon has completed a public procurement process for "16+ Semi Independent Accommodation and Support Services", aimed at providing accommodation and support services for vulnerable children and young people aged 16-17. This tender, classified under the social work and related services industry category, was conducted using an open procurement method. The contract period commenced on 1st January 2017 and spans until 1st January 2019. The tender process concluded on 25th July 2016, with a total contract value of £8,400,000 awarded to multiple suppliers, including Above Beyond Care Ltd and Finefair Ltd.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses in the social care sector, particularly those providing accommodation and support services for young people. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially well-suited to compete for similar contracts, as they often bring innovative solutions and tailored support to vulnerable populations. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in youth services, independence training, and supportive accommodation will be particularly competitive in future tenders of this nature.

## Notice

The provision of semi-independent living services refers to accommodation and support services for vulnerable children and young people aged 16-17 that enables them preparing for their independence and reaching full potential during their transition to adult life.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/948ac484-871c-4daf-a059-55cede6fb08b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Mar 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Jul 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Dec 2016 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2017 - 1 Jan 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £8,400,000 |
| 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 | LONDON BOROUGH OF CROYDON |
| Locality | CROYDON |
| Post town | Croydon |
| Postcode | CR0 1EA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI6 Outer London - South |
| ITL 3 | TLI62 Croydon |
| Local authority | Croydon |
| Electoral ward | Fairfield |
| Westminster constituency | Croydon West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 22 |
| Supplier names | 16 PLUS TEAM LIMITED TRADING AS THE ARTEMIS TEAM; ABOVE BEYOND CARE; AG SOCIAL CARE; ASPHALEIA; CAYSH; DUNFIELD AND MEAD; ERIC PATRICK CARE; EXPLORE INDEPENDENCE; FINEFAIR; HOLMDENE HOUSING; IASPIRE CARE SERVICES; JORDAN XAVIER; LOOK AHEAD CARE AND SUPPORT; NELBRO GROUP LIMITED TRADING AS NELBRO CARE; NETPEX; OWNLIFE; PANGEA SUPPORT SERVICES; SILVER BIRCH CARE; STEP AHEAD SERVICES; TRANSFORMING LIVES; YOUNG LONDON TODAY; YOUTHLINX |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85300000 - Social work and related services

## Release History

- 10 Mar 2017 at 11:41 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/948ac484-871c-4daf-a059-55cede6fb08b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/948ac484-871c-4daf-a059-55cede6fb08b
  10th March 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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