Surrey County Council - Support in the Community (Lot 1 Community & Life Skills including Centre Based Support)

Surrey County Council has initiated a procurement process for the commissioning of Community and Life Skills, including Centre-Based Support Services, targeted at adults aged 18 and over with a Learning Disability, Acquired Brain Injury, and/or Autism. This procurement falls under the health and social work services category (CPV 85000000) and is managed by FEDCAP Employment Limited, a not-for-profit organisation with a focus on transforming lives and strengthening communities. The process is at the tender amendment stage, with an open procedure procurement method above the threshold.

The services will be delivered in the South East region of the United Kingdom, with the contract commencement set for 1st July 2026 and running until 30th June 2032. Interested parties were to submit their tenders by 31st October 2025 at 12:00 noon. This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in community support, transport services, technology specialists, and advocacy services, particularly those with experience in centre-based and community support delivery.

The tender is especially suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations, offering them a chance to be part of FEDCAP’s delivery network. Participating in this tender can help businesses expand their service offerings, enter new market segments, and contribute to a notable initiative aimed at enhancing social inclusion and independence for vulnerable adults.