Procurement of care and support services for Wood Court Extra Care Housing Scheme in Barnet

The London Borough of Barnet has successfully concluded a procurement process for the provision of care and support services at the Wood Court Extra Care Housing Scheme in Barnet, located in Edgware, HA8 0BF, within the region UKI71. The process was carried out using an open procedure under the light-touch regime, with the procurement stage now complete. The contract was awarded to Evergreen Homecare Services Ltd, and is valued at GBP 4,500,000, with a contract period commencing on 1st April 2026 and ending on 31st January 2029, with possible renewal options based on performance and budget considerations.

This initiative forms part of the broader category of health and social work services. This procurement presents significant opportunities for SMEs that specialise in delivering flexible and responsive care services tailored to individual needs. Companies with expertise in fostering community engagement and promoting independence among residents would find this type of contract conducive to growth.

The focus on collaboration with the housing provider as well as local services creates a vibrant community impact, making it ideal for businesses that prioritise social value alongside quality technical service delivery. As shown by the six bids received, there is a robust interest from service providers in this sector, underscoring the potential for business expansion in public sector service delivery.