Planning

Accessibility Guides

LONDON BOROUGH OF NEWHAM

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Planning

04 Dec 2025 at 16:47

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Newham is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Accessibility Guides." This initiative, classified under the industry category of services, focuses on creating an online, searchable database of accessibility guides for local venues to support those with disabilities. The procurement plan involves engagement activities ending on 19th December 2025, allowing interested parties to submit provider surveys. The process aims to adhere to GDPR regulations while promoting accessibility information locally. The location for this procurement is London, specifically within the UKI41 region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in web design services, particularly those familiar with creating accessible platforms. It is notably suitable for SMEs and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies adept at developing digital platforms and providing comprehensive accessibility assessments will find this procurement process advantageous for expansion. The tender encourages innovative solutions that align with social inclusion goals, allowing businesses to engage with the council in a collaborative effort to enhance accessibility for all residents. Businesses bringing expertise in app development, promotional activities, and community engagement are well-positioned to thrive through this procurement opportunity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Accessibility Guides

Notice Description

This is not a call for competition: Provide an online, searchable map-based database of accessibility guides to local venues. Make visits/re-visits to venues to assess their accessibility. Make the database available via an app. Ensure that the accessibility info is relevant to those with all types of disability, including neurodiversity. Adhere to GDPR regulations in relation to security and data management. Promoting the database locally and engage with relevant resident groups. Help the Council implement referral links and develop an appropriate button. Provide promotional material for the guides. Produce quarterly reports summarising key improvements and usage including: * Venues reviewed by type of review and outcome * Evidence of links established * Report on feedback from training and engagement events * Numbers of people supported to accompany surveyors * Referral links developed * Publicity and promotion

Planning Information

Please refer to Daniel.Nichols@newham.gov.uk to access provider survey. Please return to Daniel.Nichols@newham.gov.uk by December 19th 2025.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ef25
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079913-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72413000 - World wide web (www) site design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Dec 2025Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
19 Dec 20252 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Dec 2025 - 20 Dec 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF NEWHAM
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement.support@newham.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E16 2QU
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Royal Albert
Westminster Constituency
West Ham and Beckton

Further Information

Notice Documents

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