Community Ageing Well Service (CAWS) for patients aged 65+

The Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust has completed the procurement process for its Community Ageing Well Service (CAWS), aimed at supporting Barnet patients aged 65 and over. The industry category for this procurement is services, specifically relating to guidance services. The procurement method was conducted directly, below the threshold without competition, indicating a targeted approach without a tender.

The contract related to this procurement will commence on 30th September 2025 and end on 29th September 2027. The CAWS initiative is situated in Barnet, London, United Kingdom, and is part of the NHS's Ageing Well/Living Well programme, primarily focusing on a non-clinical role to coordinate a Frailty Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) in collaboration with Age UK Barnet. This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to contribute to a high-demand service.

The engagement involves working closely with healthcare professionals and the voluntary sector, providing strategic coordination and holistic solutions for older patients. Businesses with expertise in social care coordination, patient support services, or those with close ties to voluntary organisations are ideally suited to leverage this contract for growth. This partnership could facilitate broader access to healthcare initiatives and strengthen community solutions, providing a valuable platform for proactive involvement in the healthcare sector.