New Arrivals Support to provide community building

The procurement process is managed by the London Borough of Lewisham, focusing on the provision of community building support for Ukrainian nationals under 18s and over 55s. The initiative, titled "New Arrivals Support," falls within the social work and related services category and is scheduled to take place within the UK, specifically in the UKI44 region, from 18th December 2025 to 30th September 2026. The procurement has reached the award stage with a contract value of £30,000.

Notably, it employed a 'direct' procurement method, reflecting a below-threshold process executed without competition. This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in social services, particularly those with expertise in community support and integration services. Businesses focused on supporting refugee and migrant communities, especially in the social work domain, are well-suited to engage with opportunities like this, aligning their services to meet specific demographic needs.

The procurement provides an avenue for these organisations to expand their services and impact in the local community while securing government-funded projects.