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BT322 - Youth Entrepreneurship Project

WESTMINSTER CITY COUNCIL

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Award

30 Sep 2025 at 13:31

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process, titled "BT322 - Youth Entrepreneurship Project," is led by Westminster City Council, a sub-central government authority based in London. This initiative targets young individuals aged 16-25 within Westminster, focusing on those with NEET status, care experiences, and other barriers. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically e-learning services, and is in the Award stage as of 30th September 2025. The contract, valued at £56,700, began on 1st October 2025 and is slated to end on 30th September 2026, with an extension option for six months. The procurement method chosen was a limited competition below the threshold.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in e-learning and professional development services to expand their portfolios by catering to young entrepreneurs. Companies with expertise in business development, financial literacy education, and digital marketing would be well-equipped to deliver the project's objectives. By participating, organisations can not only contribute to social impact by supporting youth entrepreneurship but also establish long-term partnerships with a reputable public authority like Westminster City Council.

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Notice Title

BT322 - Youth Entrepreneurship Project

Notice Description

The commissioned provider will engage up to 75 young people aged 16-25 who live, study or work in Westminster, prioritising those facing barriers, including NEET status, care experience, SEND, or low-income backgrounds. These young people will benefit from practical support and upskilling including: * business idea development * financial literacy * branding and marketing * pitching and presentation skills. Participants will gain understanding of the practical skills involved in entrepreneurship, as well as the potential benefits, opportunities, and risks of this career path. To deliver lasting impact on all participants, the commissioned provider will also provide access to professional mentors, signpost longer term support and progression opportunities, as well as running a programme of workshops either hybrid or in-person

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a4ff
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060917-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80420000 - E-learning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£56,700 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Sep 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Sep 20254 months ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WESTMINSTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
buyingteam@westminster.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1E 6QP
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNLOC LEARNING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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