--- title: "Independent support and advice service contract for council tenants." ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ff3bf7be-a4d4-4752-8836-dfcde0c4f684" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ff3bf7be-a4d4-4752-8836-dfcde0c4f684" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ff3bf7be-a4d4-4752-8836-dfcde0c4f684.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ff3bf7be-a4d4-4752-8836-dfcde0c4f684.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "LONDON BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK" published: "2025-02-21" --- # Independent support and advice service contract for council tenants. Buyer: LONDON BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ff3bf7be-a4d4-4752-8836-dfcde0c4f684 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ff3bf7be-a4d4-4752-8836-dfcde0c4f684) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ff3bf7be-a4d4-4752-8836-dfcde0c4f684.json) ## Summary Southwark Council, based in London, is seeking a contractor to deliver an independent support and advice service for its council tenants. This tender, classified under CPV code 75100000 (Administration services) and additional classification 98100000 (Membership organisation services), aims to enhance the support available to tenants, particularly through the establishment and operation of tenant and resident associations (TRAs). The procurement process is currently in the tender stage and will conclude on 25th March 2025. The contract is valued at £600,000 and is set to run from 22nd April 2025 to 21st April 2028. Businesses need to submit their tenders by the deadline mentioned to be considered for this project. This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses involved in tenant support, community engagement, financial management, and dispute resolution. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, as the procurement method is an open procedure, making it accessible and competitive. The ideal candidates will be capable of providing comprehensive support to TRAs, including organising community events, handling financial and governance issues, and facilitating effective communication between tenants and the Council. Participating in this project could significantly benefit businesses looking to expand their footprint in the public sector and community-focused services. ## Notice Southwark Council is looking to appoint a contractor to deliver the independent support and advice service contract for Council tenants. The organisation must operate within the UK's housing legislations including the Housing Act 1985, Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, Housing Act 1996 and the Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2023. The key aspects of the work identified are in accordance with the specification detail are: * Identifying areas without TRAs and working with residents to establish them, as well as running co-produced community events. The service also focuses on recruiting members to scrutiny panels, assisting with TRA budgets, accounts, and bookkeeping, and ensuring adherence to principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion. Supporting TRAs in producing newsletters and publicity materials, fundraising, and holding the Council accountable as a landlord. Additionally, the initiative addresses complaint resolution, measures the impact of resident engagement, and facilitates access to core funding and grants. * Further support includes financial management, governance, and the role of TRAs. Providing representation in Council disputes and ensuring TRAs are well-supported and can effectively serve their communities. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/20d3450f-8170-46dd-9dbb-ba0b75ff1d72 | | 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 | 21 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | 25 Mar 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 21 Apr 2025 - 21 Apr 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £600,000 | | 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 SOUTHWARK | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South East London | | Postcode | SE1 2QH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East | | ITL 3 | TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark | | Local authority | Southwark | | Electoral ward | London Bridge & West Bermondsey | | Westminster constituency | Bermondsey and Old Southwark | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 75 - Administration, defence and social security services - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 75100000 - Administration services - 98100000 - Membership organisation services ## Release History - 21 Feb 2025 at 17:12 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/20d3450f-8170-46dd-9dbb-ba0b75ff1d72 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/20d3450f-8170-46dd-9dbb-ba0b75ff1d72 21st February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.southwark.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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