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title: "Independent Visitors for Looked After Children"
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buyer: "LONDON BOROUGH OF LEWISHAM"
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# Independent Visitors for Looked After Children

Buyer: LONDON BOROUGH OF LEWISHAM  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cb3de89d-cd5b-494b-b800-e04d7534bcf7

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## Summary

The London Borough of Lewisham is currently seeking an open tender for the commissioning of an Independent Visitor service for Looked After Children. The procurement process, which is at the tender stage, aims to enlist a service provider to recruit, train, and support volunteers who will engage with these children to foster their self-esteem and confidence. The deadline for submission is 28th November 2019, and the proposed contract is set to commence on 1st March 2020 and last until 28th February 2023. This opportunity falls under the welfare services for children and young people category and will be situated in London, United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses focused on social services, particularly those with experience in engaging with youth and community development. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in providing support services or volunteer management would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. By participating, these organisations can enhance their service offerings and expand their reach within the community, ultimately contributing to their growth and sustainability.

## Notice

The London Borough of Lewisham is seeking to commission an Independent Visitor service for Looked After Children. The service will recruit, train and support volunteers to visit and befriend children and young people. The aim of the Independent Visitor role will be to help these young people to develop self-esteem and confidence through providing consistent and reliable friendships and sharing interests and activities.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9ca364e-dc6a-4d8c-b243-9fd0cea28bd1 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Oct 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Nov 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2020 - 28 Feb 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 LEWISHAM |
| Locality | CATFORD |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE6 4RU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark |
| Local authority | Lewisham |
| Electoral ward | Rushey Green |
| Westminster constituency | Lewisham East |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85311300 - Welfare services for children and young people

## Release History

- 29 Oct 2019 at 14:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9ca364e-dc6a-4d8c-b243-9fd0cea28bd1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9ca364e-dc6a-4d8c-b243-9fd0cea28bd1
  29th October 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Procurer/Advert/View?advertId=5a675af4-06ec-e911-80fa-005056b64545&fromAdvertEvent=True
  Link to advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.lewisham.gov.uk

## Provenance

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