Planning

Garrett Street Affordable Workspace Operator

LONDON BOROUGH OF ISLINGTON

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Planning

15 May 2025 at 14:39

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Islington is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for securing an operator for an affordable workspace located on Garrett Street. This tender falls under the consultancy industry category, specifically focusing on business and management consultancy services. The procurement process is classified as a high-value service provision, with a contract period anticipated to begin on 1st June 2026 and conclude on 31st May 2030. Relevant businesses are advised to prepare for opportunities a future notice will be issued by 1st January 2026. The project is initially being communicated as a pipeline notice, meaning it is not yet a call for competition but rather an advance indication of potential procurement activities.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in business and management. The long duration of the contract period offers potential for sustained business growth and the establishment of a robust presence in the region. Companies with proven experience in managing high-value contracts and delivering related services in urban environments would be well-placed to compete. The location in London and the backing by a sub-central government authority enhance the appeal for established firms seeking to expand their influence within the United Kingdom's competitive consultancy market. Potential bidders should be vigilant of the forthcoming detailed notice to align their proposals and ascertain readiness for participation in this lucrative opportunity.

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Notice Title

Garrett Street Affordable Workspace Operator

Notice Description

Consultancy " Not Elsewhere Classified | 159999 This notice is a PIPELINE NOTICE and therefore is NOT currently a call for competition. For the avoidance of doubt, the Pipeline Notice is intended to provide the most accurate forecast currently available for the council's high value procurement activity, but does not commit the council to procuring any contract and may be amended after publication.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0514d3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021875-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jun 2026 - 31 May 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF ISLINGTON
Contact Name
Supply Assurance
Contact Email
supply.assurance@islington.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2075278118

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
N1 2UD
Post Town
North London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
St Mary's & St James'
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

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