Individual Placement Scheme (IPS)

London Borough of Merton is seeking a specialist provider to deliver an Individual Placement and Support (IPS) employment service across six South West London boroughs.

The service will support adults receiving structured drug and alcohol treatment to secure and sustain competitive paid employment. Delivery will cover Croydon, Kingston upon Thames, Merton, Richmond upon Thames, Sutton and Wandsworth.

The successful provider will operate in line with IPS principles and fidelity standards, working alongside treatment providers, local authorities, health services, employers and other stakeholders.

Contract Information

Buyer: London Borough of Merton
Deadline: 14 October 2026, 12:00pm
Contract Value: £2,306,000 including VAT
Delivery Length: 5 years, from 1 April 2027
Tender Link: ProContract Portal

Evaluation Criteria

• Quality – 70%
  Price – 20%
  Social Value – 10%

The opportunity is relevant to organisations experienced in employment support, substance misuse recovery and rehabilitation services across London.

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