Scope
Description
To commission an independent Lived Experience Recovery Organisation (LERO) primarily led by people with lived experience of drug and alcohol recovery, to strengthen the voice of lived and living experience in decision-making, shape services, enhance system outcomes. The LERO will operate across all age groups and work collaboratively with existing commissioned services while remaining independent.
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https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Chatham:-Health-services./2392C7QN45
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Total value (estimated)
- £40,000 excluding VAT
- £48,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 16 March 2026 to 30 August 2028
- 2 years, 5 months, 15 days
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85100000 - Health services
- 85140000 - Miscellaneous health services
Contract locations
- UKJ41 - Medway
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
9 February 2026, 5:00pm
Tender submission deadline
25 February 2026, 5:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 75% |
| Price | Price | 20% |
| Social Value | Cost | 5% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Medway Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PWYH-3898-LDQR
Gun Wharf, Dock Road
Chatham
ME4 4TR
United Kingdom
Contact name: Mr Graham Thomas1
Email: graham.thomas1@medway.gov.uk
Region: UKJ41 - Medway
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government