Scope
Description
As a provider of Social Care, the London Borough of Hackney is bound by the Children Act 1989 (Schedule 2, Paragraph 17) to appoint an Independent Visitor for a child who is being looked after by the Authority
The aim of the Service is for an organisation to provide a stable and supportive adult relationship for a cohort of Children that are looked after and under 18 who are isolated from their families.
Total value (estimated)
- £350,000 excluding VAT
- £420,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 January 2027 to 31 December 2030
- Possible extension to 31 December 2032
- 6 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Engagement
Engagement deadline
28 February 2026
Engagement process description
The Children and Families service at the London Borough of Hackney is preparing for the upcoming procurement of an Independent Visitor Service, with an anticipated contract start date of 1st January 2027 for a minimum period of 5 years.
We invite organisations from the voluntary, community, and independent sectors to attend a market engagement event for providers who may be interested in submitting a tender for this service.
About the Service
We are seeking providers to work in partnership with the Local Authority to deliver a high-quality Independent Visitors service for children that are looked after. Successful providers must be committed to embedding Systemic, Trauma Informed and Anti Racist Practice within their service delivery, promoting psychological safety, inclusion, and collaboration with children and families.
This engagement will inform the commissioning and procurement process, which is focused on driving up quality and improving outcomes in line with Hackney's statutory duties under the Children Act 1989, Children and Families Act 2014, and Equality Act 2010.
The Event will take place virtually over the Google Meets Platform on Tuesday 24th February 2026 between 10:00am and 11:00am
How to Register Your Interest
Interested organisations are invited to register their interest in attending the event:
Via the portal by completing and uploading the short questionnaire before the deadline
The closing date for expressions of interest is Tuesday 17th February at 12pm.
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
1 April 2026
Procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
London Borough of Hackney
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PRZC-5592-DDDV
Hackney Service Centre
Hackney
E8 1DY
United Kingdom
Contact name: Claudette Lewis
Telephone: +44 2083563000
Email: claudette.lewis@hackney.gov.uk
Website: http://www.hackney.gov.uk
Region: UKI41 - Hackney and Newham
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government