Scope
Reference
25-206
Description
The asylum system is undergoing frequent changes, creating challenges for individuals and local authorities. Many asylum seekers lack legal representation and face barriers in accessing support. The council aims to mitigate these risks by commissioning a service that provides expert advice, supports council staff, and reduces the likelihood of homelessness among newly recognised refugees.
The service is crucial in ensuring that people do not miss short application windows and are given high quality advice when making important decisions for their future. Haringey considers that these services are crucial to prevent more complex immigration related issues in future which can lead to homelessness and destitution.
Last year the Home Office commenced plans to clear the backlog of asylum claims. Figures vary but this could impact 133,409 people who as of September 2024 were awaiting an initial decision on their asylum claim.
Haringey Migrant Support Centre has been working closely with the Resettlement Team during the last 18 months to provide second-tier advice, workshops at the National Hotel, and individual advice and casework support to asylum seekers. Prior to the closure of the National Hotel (Home Office Commissioned dispersal accommodation), HMSC were contracted for a period to triage/audit single male individuals and provide safeguarding recommendations to the Home Office, regarding the individuals' future relocation.
Contract 1
Supplier
Contract value
- £70,000 excluding VAT
- £84,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Date signed
1 April 2025
Contract dates
- 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026
- Possible extension to 31 March 2027
- 2 years
Description of possible extension:
The duration of the contract will be for 12 months from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026, at a cost of £70,000, with an option to extend for a further period of twelve (12) months at the sole discretion of the Council on the same terms and conditions.
The maximum cost of the contract would be £140,000 (excluding VAT), if fully extended.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85300000 - Social work and related services
Contract locations
- UKI - London
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - without competition
Special regime
Light touch
Supplier
Haringey Migrant Support Centre
386 West Green Road
London
N15 3QL
United Kingdom
Email: madeleine@haringeymsc.org
Region: UKI43 - Haringey and Islington
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1
Contracting authority
London Borough of Haringey
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PBHY-1866-HTLD
7th Floor Alexandra House, 10 Station Road, Wood Green
London
N22 7TR
United Kingdom
Email: HPCS@haringey.gov.uk
Region: UKI43 - Haringey and Islington
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government