Tender

Supporting Local Business Programme on behalf of the London Borough of Hillingdon

LONDON BOROUGH OF HILLINGDON

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Tender

22 Jul 2025 at 15:43

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Hillingdon has initiated an open procurement process seeking to appoint a business support partner for its "Supporting Local Business Programme". This project falls under the services category, focusing on business development consultancy services and will be conducted in the UKI74 region of the United Kingdom. The tender stage is currently active with key submission deadlines: the enquiry period concludes on 30th July 2025, while tender submission ends on 4th August 2025. The total contract value is estimated at £41,000, with the programme set to commence on 22nd August 2025 and conclude by 31st March 2026. This initiative is linked to the London Borough of Hillingdon's 2022-26 Council Strategy, supported by funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund via the GLA.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy services aimed at supporting Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). The programme’s focus on bespoke business support for BAME-led, women-led, and disability-led businesses provides a platform for consultancies with experience in diversity and inclusion to foster business growth. Suitable contenders include SMEs and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) with expertise in delivering tailored workshops and one-to-one business assistance. Those adept in increasing business sales, product launches, and workforce expansion should find the programme goals aligned with their service offerings, presenting an excellent opportunity for business growth and community impact within the borough.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supporting Local Business Programme on behalf of the London Borough of Hillingdon

Notice Description

Hillingdon Council has secured an extension of funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) via the GLA to continue delivering tailored support to SMEs in the borough. To implement this, the Council seeks to appoint a business support partner. Programme Overview * The initiative aligns with Hillingdon's 2022-26 Council Strategy, which prioritises a thriving economy. * The programme will offer bespoke business support, recognising that each SME has unique needs. * Support will include topic-specific workshops and tailored one-to-one assistance, especially for: * BAME-led businesses * Women-led businesses * Disability-led businesses Programme Objectives * Sustain and grow existing businesses. * Help businesses increase sales, launch new products, and expand staffing. * Signpost businesses to the GLA's Wayfinder programme where appropriate. Delivery Timeline * The programme will run from the appointment of the delivery partner until 31st March 2026. Target Outcomes * Support at least 45 Hillingdon-based SMEs, including: * 45 BAME-led businesses * 30 women-led businesses * 5 disability-led businesses The estimated contract value- PS41,000

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05642a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042166-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
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

79411100 - Business development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£41,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£41,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Aug 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF HILLINGDON
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@hillingdon.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
UXBRIDGE
Postcode
UB8 1UW
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
TLI74 Harrow and Hillingdon
Local Authority
Hillingdon
Electoral Ward
Uxbridge
Westminster Constituency
Uxbridge and South Ruislip

Further Information

Notice Documents

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