Local Healthwatch Service in Hillingdon

The London Borough of Hillingdon has awarded a contract for the "Local Healthwatch Service in Hillingdon" to Your Voice in Health & Social Care, located in the UK region UKI74. This contract, in the services industry category, particularly health and social work services, aims to deliver statutory functions of a local Healthwatch in the borough. The contract was signed on 9th July 2025, covering an initial term of five years, with an option to extend for an additional three years, making the total possible duration eight years.

This procurement followed an open procedure and is currently in the award stage, having concluded successfully with a contract value of £992,970 over eight years. The initial tender was active until 17th March 2025, with the submission deadline set for 10th March 2025. The procurement aims to support the statutory obligations of the borough's health and wellbeing strategy until 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the health and social care sector, particularly those functioning as social enterprises, which are legally required to deliver these services under this contract. Businesses experienced in consumer advocacy and public health service delivery would be well-suited to provide the necessary feedback, research, and information required to enhance local health and social care services. This contract offers a long-term commitment to improving health outcomes in Hillingdon and encourages participation from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and organisations that act for the community's benefit.

This procurement process can foster business growth through the substantial contract length and value, enabling firms to contribute meaningfully to public health initiatives and community well-being.