Drug and Alcohol Treatment Service for Rough Sleepers

The London Borough of Camden has awarded a contract for delivering a "Drug and Alcohol Treatment Service for Rough Sleepers" under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, bypassing the traditional Public Contracts Regulations 2015. This service aims to offer specialised support to individuals facing homelessness in the area, categorised under community health services. The contract, valued at £421,000, was formally awarded on 1 April 2025, and will cover a 12-month service period starting from the same date.

Located in Camden, UKI31 region, this procurement falls into the services category and was completed through a direct award process without prior competition. This tender presents considerable opportunities for businesses engaged in community health services, especially those experienced in providing drug and alcohol support to vulnerable groups. Companies like Via Community Ltd, which have been identified to meet standards effectively, exemplify the type of sophisticated, collaborative approaches necessary to fulfil these contracts.

Organisations focusing on quality, innovation, and social value in health service provision, particularly with a view to integrating with local community initiatives, would find beneficial growth avenues in participating in similar contracting processes. The necessity for comprehensive service packages involving outreach, dual diagnosis expertise, and community engagement strategies makes this a particularly attractive opportunity for large-scale and strategically minded health service providers.