Advocacy Services for Brent and Harrow

The London Borough of Brent, acting on behalf of both Brent and the London Borough of Harrow, is inviting tenders for the provision of statutory advocacy services across the two boroughs.

The procurement covers the delivery of Care Act Advocacy, Independent Mental Health Advocacy (IMHA), Independent Mental Capacity Advocacy (IMCA), and the Relevant Person’s Paid Representative (RPPR) service. The councils state that advocacy is intended for individuals who lack capacity, require support to understand complex legislation, or need assistance to ensure their views, wishes, and preferences are represented in relation to their care, medical treatment, or accommodation.

The procurement is being undertaken under the Light Touch Regime using an Open Procedure and is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs). Each council will enter into its own contract with the successful provider.

Contract Information

• Buyer: London Borough of Brent and London Borough of Harrow
• Deadline: 29 July 2026, 1:00pm
• Contract Value: £2,706,000 (including VAT)
• Delivery Length: 1 November 2026 to 31 October 2029, with the option of a single two-year extension to 31 October 2031
• Tender Link: Click here (Project Reference: DN814416)

Service Overview

The successful provider will deliver statutory advocacy services, including:

• Care Act Advocacy
• Independent Mental Health Advocacy (IMHA)
• Independent Mental Capacity Advocacy (IMCA)
• Relevant Person’s Paid Representative (RPPR)

The service will support individuals who lack capacity, require assistance in understanding complex legislation, or need support to ensure their voice is heard and their preferences are known regarding their care, medical treatment, or where they live.

Tender documents are available through the London Tenders portal following registration.

Evaluation Criteria

The contract will be evaluated using the following criteria:

• Price: 50%
• Quality: 40%
• Social Value: 10%

The opportunity represents continued investment in statutory advocacy services designed to safeguard the rights of vulnerable individuals and ensure they receive appropriate support when making important decisions about their care, treatment, and living arrangements across Brent and Harrow.

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