Summary of the contracting process

The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council has initiated a tender process for a community-based business coaching pilot. The aim is to appoint an external provider capable of delivering one-to-one coaching sessions to pre-start and early-stage entrepreneurs within Bradford, leveraging local libraries and community venues. This service falls under the business and management consultancy industry category and is planned for execution in the West Yorkshire region. As of the current stage, the tender is active, and interested parties must submit their applications before the closing date on 18th August 2025. This open procurement method is classified as below threshold, promoting open competition and transparency.

Business users stand to gain significant growth opportunities through this tender. Organisations with experience in inclusive business support, particularly within community or place-based settings, are encouraged to apply. Since the procurement favours SMEs and VCSEs, businesses specialising in coaching services, general management consultancy, or business development consultancy can leverage this tender to expand their influence and contribute positively to the local entrepreneurial ecosystem. This initiative offers a chance to design and deliver comprehensive business support schemes, including marketing, monitoring, and referrals, which can help businesses firm their footing and widen their impact in the sector.

Tender

Bradford community-based business coaching pilot

CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

5th August 2025 13:13:32 PM

Tender Deadline

18th August 2025 11:00:00 AM Expired
Contract Summary

Bradford Council is seeking to appoint an experienced external provider to deliver a community-based business coaching pilot aimed at supporting pre-start and early-stage entrepreneurs across the district. The provider will deliver in-person, one-to-one coaching sessions in libraries and community venues, helping individuals explore, test and validate their business ideas, build confidence, and prepare for potential start-up. The contract includes full service design and delivery, marketing, monitoring, reporting and referrals into wider support programmes (e.g. Enterprise West Yorkshire). The total value of the contract is £29,999 (including VAT). This procurement is open to organisations with a proven track record of delivering inclusive business support, coaching and enterprise development, particularly in community-based or place-based settings.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-058196

Publication Source

Find a Tender Service

Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Below Threshold - Open Competition

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

CPV Division(s)
Awarding Authority

CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL

Buyer Name

Katrina Moody

Buyer Email

katrina.moody@bradford.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

Britannia House, Hall Ings

Bradford

BD1 1HX

United Kingdom

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Bradford community-based business coaching pilot

CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL

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