Parent & Infant Mental Health Peer Support (PSR Direct Award Route C)

Description: The Council is required to secure the provision of a Parent and Infant Mental Health Peer Support Service in Brent. The service will provide one-to-one support to parents and carers with mild mental health difficulties and parent-infant relationship difficulties. This may be through a peer-support service or staff with appropriate additional training and offering support to fathers and co-parents/carers as well as mothers.

Summary: The London Borough of Brent has engaged in a procurement process titled "Parent & Infant Mental Health Peer Support (PSR Direct Award Route C)" under the Community Health Services category. This service is to provide support in Brent, UK, aimed at parents and carers with mild mental health and parent-infant relationship difficulties. The procurement has progressed to the award stage, with the contract formally awarded on 28th October 2025. The service, valued at £185,140 excluding VAT, will be provided by Home Start Barnet, Brent, Enfield, and Harrow, commencing from 1st June 2025 to 31st March 2027. This process was conducted under the Provider Selection Regime, precluding the application of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.

EGRESS LICENSES FOR THE LONDON BOROUGH OF LEWISHAM

Description: It is mandatory for the London Borough of Lewisham to have Egress in place to provide email protection. As per Gartner's recommendation, Egress is the leading provider of email security solutions. Lewisham is currently using Egress for email security. The yearly contract for Egress is due for renewal on 23/03/2026. To access the tender pack and to express interest, please follow the link below: https://procontract.due-north.com/Procurer/Advert/AdvertSummary?projectId=e1a305e2-67ec-f011-813c-005056b64545&projectStepId=e8a305e2-67ec-f011-813c-005056b64545

Summary: The London Borough of Brent is in the planning stage of procuring Egress licenses for the London Borough of Lewisham, aimed at providing email protection as recommended by Gartner. This procurement falls under the software package and information systems category (CPV 48000000) and is geographically situated in England, United Kingdom. The planning involves an early engagement notice with the engagement set to conclude by 8th April 2026, and the contract is valued at £29,000 GBP. The London Borough of Brent, located at Brent Civic Centre, Wembley, is managing the tender, with Gemma McCourt serving as the contact point.

Adobe Licenses for the London Borough of Brent

Description: The London Borough of Brent requires the procurement for Adobe software which is due for renewal on 11/03/26. The adobe apps which we use are as follows along with functions: *Acrobat Pro - Comprehensive PDF creation, editing, and signing with redaction functionality *Photoshop - Industry-standard for image manipulation, compositing, and digital art *Acrobat Standard DC - Comprehensive PDF creation, editing, and signing *Creative Cloud Pro - Subscription service granting access to most apps *InDesign - For page layout and desktop publishing This opportunity can be found using the link below: https://procontract.due-north.com/Procurer/Advert/View?advertId=d5a9d6f3-c1eb-f011-813c-005056b64545&fromAdvertEvent=True

Summary: The London Borough of Brent is seeking procurement of Adobe software licences, with their current contract due for renewal on 11th March 2026. This tender process falls under the services category and is specifically designated for software package and information systems, with a CPV code of 48000000. Located in England, United Kingdom, the procurement process is currently in the tender stage with an end date for proposal submissions on 22nd January 2026. The project value is estimated at £40,000 GBP, with a minimum bid value set at £25,000 GBP. The procurement method is identified as a limited, competitive quotation process suitable for submissions below a threshold.

Adobe Licenses for the London Borough of Brent

Description: The London Borough of Brent requires the procurement for Adobe software which is due for renewal on 11/03/26. The adobe apps which we use are as follows along with functions: *Acrobat Pro - Comprehensive PDF creation, editing, and signing with redaction functionality *Photoshop - Industry-standard for image manipulation, compositing, and digital art *Acrobat Standard DC - Comprehensive PDF creation, editing, and signing *Creative Cloud Pro - Subscription service granting access to most apps *InDesign - For page layout and desktop publishing

Summary: The London Borough of Brent is seeking procurement of Adobe software licences, with their current contract due for renewal on 11th March 2026. This tender process falls under the services category and is specifically designated for software package and information systems, with a CPV code of 48000000. Located in England, United Kingdom, the procurement process is currently in the tender stage with an end date for proposal submissions on 22nd January 2026. The project value is estimated at £40,000 GBP, with a minimum bid value set at £25,000 GBP. The procurement method is identified as a limited, competitive quotation process suitable for submissions below a threshold.

Embedded Youth Violence Hospital Worker Programme

Description: Brent Council is seeking a suitably qualified contractor to deliver an Embedded Youth Violence programme. This programme will provide 2 specialist case workers and 1 team leader within Northwick Park hospital in Harrow to provide immediate intervention and long-term support for young people (up to the age of 30) involved in gang-related activity, knife crime, and serious youth violence. By engaging young people at a critical moment, when they present at A&E with violence-related injuries, the project aims to break the cycle of reoffending and exploitation.

Summary: The London Borough of Brent is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Embedded Youth Violence Hospital Worker Programme." The initiative seeks a qualified contractor to implement a programme addressing youth violence at Northwick Park Hospital in Harrow. This service involves deploying two specialist case workers and one team leader to intervene immediately and offer long-term support to young individuals involved in gang-related activities, focusing on breaking cycles of reoffending. This procurement, categorised under Education and training services as well as Health and social work services, will have the tender published on 5th January 2026. The programme is set to commence on 1st April 2026 and end on 31st March 2028, with an estimated contract value of £300,000 GBP.

Bike Hangers - DN796891 - COMREG 2526 153

Description: The requirements for the delivery of Bike Nests/Hangers (secure cycle parking products and services) for all residents, pupils, students, and people who work within the London Borough of Brent.

Summary: The London Borough of Brent is inviting tenders for the delivery of bike hangers, aimed at enhancing secure cycle parking for all residents, students, and workers within the borough. This procurement, titled "Bike Hangers - DN796891 - COMREG 2526 153," falls under the works category and is facilitated through an open competition method. The tender notice was published on 16th December 2025, and interested parties have until 19th January 2026 to submit their proposals. The contract is valued at £1,500,000 with a gross amount of £1,800,000, marking an attractive opportunity for businesses specialising in electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment, consumables, site preparation work, and related services. The project will commence on 21st February 2026 and is expected to continue through to December 2030, with options for renewal extending up to December 2032.

CCS Cyber Security Services 3 (DPS) Stage 1 Capability Assessment

Description: The MPS are looking to call-off the Crown Commercial Services Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) Framework - 'Cyber Security Services 3' as part of a Cyber Security Uplift Project. The tender will consist of two stages - Stage 1 Capability Assessment and Stage 2 Invitation to Tender. Suppliers who are successful at Stage 2 will be short-listed and invited to Stage 2. The Capability Assessment will be published to suppliers on this DPS around January 2026 and will be invited to participate via the Met's eTendering platform 'COUPA'. DPS suppliers will receive an invitation via email to join Sourcing Event #2337 once published on COUPA.

Summary: This forthcoming procurement process involves the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) seeking to enhance its cyber security capabilities through the Crown Commercial Services Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) Framework named "Cyber Security Services 3". The process is currently in the planning stage, with a planned Capability Assessment stage set for January 2026. The focus is on security software development services within the London region, classified under CPV code 72212730. The procurement method is selective, employing a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The budget is set at £1,000,000 for the 2025/2026 period, and the communication for potential suppliers is set to commence with a future notice publication on 5th January 2026.

Diversion from offending & early intervention programme

Description: Brent Council requires the provision of a Diversion from Offending and Early Intervention Programme. The programme will have multiple functions for the duration of this contract and will provide support in the following ways: Provide a street based outreach service to enable earlier identification and intervention of those on the cusp of offending or not yet known to statutory services and at risk of increased offending; Gaining access to the main London prisons such as HMP Wormwood Scrubs, Wandsworth and Feltham Young Offenders Institute to be able to provide support to cohort offenders prior to release; Meet the targeted cohort at the prison gate (London only) when released and escort to release appointments; Provide flexible working hours to meet the needs of the service users to be able (read more...)

Summary: The London Borough of Brent is seeking to implement a Diversion from Offending and Early Intervention Programme through a public procurement process. The tender focuses on the provision of services to the community, specifically targeting health and social work services within the United Kingdom, particularly in London. As part of the ongoing tender stage of the process, the final submission deadline is set for 5th January 2026, with enquiries closing on 19th December 2025. The programme is intended to support individuals at risk of offending through street-based outreach, prison-based support, and assistance at the point of release, with a focus on flexible, user-oriented service delivery. This contract commences on 1st April 2026 and concludes on 31st March 2029, with a total contract value estimated at £509,592 through an open competition method, falling below the threshold for more restrictive competitions.

Day Opportunities Framework for the Provision of Community Based Activities for Adults

Description: A Day Opportunity is defined as a service or community activity provided for the purpose of delivering outcomes specified in an individual's support plan. Light Touch Open Framework for the provision of community-based activities for people over 18 and who are eligible for Adult Social Care support. This includes people with a Learning Disability and/or Autism, Mental Health needs, Physical Disabilities and Older People including those with dementia. In addition to meeting people's assessed social care needs, the focus of the activities is to facilitate the development of natural support networks and community participation within accessible community spaces. The Council is conducting this procurement using a Competitive Flexible procedure to set up a Light Touch Open Framework in accordance with the requirements of the Act for the purpose (read more...)

Summary: The London Borough of Brent is currently facilitating a procurement process for the "Day Opportunities Framework for the Provision of Community Based Activities for Adults" using a Competitive Flexible procedure. This procurement, designed under a Light Touch Open Framework, seeks to provide community-based activities for people over 18 in need of Adult Social Care support, including individuals with learning disabilities, autism, mental health requirements, and older adults with dementia. The procurement process, which is presently in the tender stage, outlines key deadlines: with enquiries closing on 12th December 2025, submissions to be completed by 19th December 2025, and the award period concluding on 27th April 2026. The services, valued at up to £26,147,597 gross, will be delivered across the UK, specifically within Brent and potentially in several neighbouring boroughs.

0-19 Health Visiting and School Nursing Service market engagement

Description: London Borough of Brent is seeking to engage with and obtain the views of providers of Health Visiting and School nursing services. This is a pre-procurement exercise to help develop thinking on the way in which such services might be provided in London borough of Brent in the future. The questionnaire has been developed as a first stage of engagement with current and potential future providers. The information provided will help the commissioners make decisions about the best approaches to take in commissioning Health Visiting and School Nursing service for Brent Council. A market engagement event has also been scheduled on 11/12/2025 between 2pm - 4pm. The event will be delivered online via Microsoft Teams. Please express an interest no later than 10/12/2025 in order to receive the (read more...)

Summary: The London Borough of Brent is conducting a market engagement process for the "0-19 Health Visiting and School Nursing Service." This initiative falls under the Health Care Services category, with the procurement stage currently in the planning phase, having been initiated as a tender. The aim is to gather insights from existing and potential service providers to shape the future delivery of health visiting and school nursing services in the borough. A critical part of this engagement is an online event scheduled for 11th December 2025, signifying the Authority's commitment to collaborative service planning. Interested parties are encouraged to express interest by 10th December 2025 to participate in this event conducted via Microsoft Teams. Future communications, including a notice regarding the competitive tender process, are anticipated around 27th January 2026.