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HR Policy Review - Low-Value Contract

WEST LONDON WASTE AUTHORITY

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17 Mar 2025 at 13:19

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Summary of the contracting process

West London Waste Authority (WLWA) is soliciting applications for a "HR Policy Review - Low-Value Contract" in the consulting industry, classified under human resources management consultancy services. This procurement, currently at the tender stage, is focused on conducting a comprehensive review of 23 updated HR policies. With a procurement method of direct and single tender action (below threshold), this opportunity has a contract period starting from 5th April 2025 and ending on 5th May 2025. Proposals must be submitted before the tender period ends on 31st March 2025. The budget for this contract ranges between £4,000 and £8,000, with payment structured across three batches aligned with the schedule for policy reviews. The work is expected to be performed at WLWA's location in West Drayton, UB77PN. Key contract dates include the award expected by 5th April 2025 and completion by 5th May 2025.

This tender offers valuable opportunities for business growth, especially for consultants and small firms with expertise in local authority/public sector HR policy reviews and employment law. Ideal candidates should demonstrate experience in gap analyses, risk assessments, and integrating socio-economic and sustainability considerations within HR policies. Firms capable of delivering within a short timeframe and adhering to NJC terms and local government governance frameworks will be well-suited for this contract. This project can enhance business profiles and expand networks within the public sector by providing quality assurance on HR policies for a regional authority. The specified budget ensures that it remains accessible to SMEs, facilitating participation in the public procurement market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

HR Policy Review - Low-Value Contract

Notice Description

West London Waste Authority (WLWA) West London Waste Authority (WLWA) provides waste disposal and recycling services across six boroughs: Brent, Ealing, Harrow, Hillingdon, Hounslow, and Richmond upon Thames. We are committed to ensuring our HR policies align with best practices in the public sector while maintaining compliance with current legislation. What We Are Looking For WLWA is seeking an experienced consultant to conduct an independent review of 23 updated HR policies to provide assurance on: Compliance with employment legislation Alignment with NJC terms and conditions for local government employees Governance frameworks applicable to local authorities Gap analysis to identify policy coverage and implementation risks Best practice recommendations to enhance policy effectiveness This low-value contract is expected to be completed within one month of the award, with work structured into three batches of policy reviews. Who Should Express Interest? We are looking for consultants or small firms with: Demonstrable experience in local authority/public sector HR policy reviews Expertise in employment law, NJC terms, and governance frameworks Proven ability to conduct gap analyses and risk assessments Experience in ensuring socio-economic and sustainability considerations in HR policies Capacity to deliver within the required timeframe (April 2025 completion) Next Steps Expected Contract Award: 5th April 2025 Completion Deadline: 5th May 2025 Payment Structure: Invoicing per batch (3 batches covering all policies) Contact: Emma-Clare Lippiatt, Human Resources Manager, emmalippiatt@westlondonwaste.gov.uk If you are interested in this opportunity, please get in touch ahead of the formal tender process. This is a low-value contract with an expected budget in the range of PS1,000-PS8,000. Proposals exceeding this amount may not be considered.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-94f9b919-2781-4cc4-a1cd-3897d2bb75dd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e05dafc3-11bd-4dfb-8cf1-dc4f4ab60763
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79414000 - Human resources management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£8,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Apr 2025 - 5 May 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST LONDON WASTE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Emma-Clare Lippiatt
Contact Email
emmalippiatt@westlondonwaste.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WEST DRAYTON
Postcode
UB7 7PN
Post Town
Southall
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI74 Harrow and Hillingdon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Hillingdon
Electoral Ward
West Drayton
Westminster Constituency
Hayes and Harlington

Further Information

Notice Documents

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