Tender

BT362 - Voluntary and Community Sector Development Support

WESTMINSTER CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

19 Dec 2025 at 12:05

Summary of the contracting process

Westminster City Council is seeking to enhance the capabilities of voluntary and community sector (VCS) organisations through its recently announced tender, "BT362 - Voluntary and Community Sector Development Support". This open competition is part of an active procurement process intended to deliver organisational and governance support within Westminster, London. The tender aims to build organisational capacity and readiness for future commissioning opportunities, with key activities including workshops, training, and coaching. The procurement process, classified under various CPV codes such as business development consultancy and training services, follows the open competition method and is valued at £60,000, with a potential gross amount of £72,000. Interested parties must submit their proposals by 15:00 on 12th January 2026, while enquiries can be made until 23:59 on 8th January 2026.

This tender is an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in business development consultancy, training services, or organisational support, particularly those with experience in the voluntary and community sectors. By partnering with Westminster City Council, businesses can expand their portfolio and contribute to initiatives aimed at reducing health inequalities and strengthening community networks. Ideal candidates for this contract include consultancy firms, training providers, and organisations experienced in consortium building and governance improvement. With the one-year optional extension available, this contract provides the potential for prolonged business growth and increased engagement within the governmental and health commissioning landscape.

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Notice Title

BT362 - Voluntary and Community Sector Development Support

Notice Description

Westminster City Council seeks a suitably qualified provider to deliver targeted development support for voluntary and community sector (VCS) organisations across Westminster. The contract aims to strengthen governance, build organisational capacity, and improve readiness for future commissioning opportunities. Scope: a) Co-design and implement developmental opportunities with Public Health and Healthy Communities Fund partners. b) Provide organisational development plans, governance support, and training. c) Support VCS organisations to become tender-ready and form consortia. d) Deliver workshops, coaching, and resources to enhance infrastructure and sustainability. Objectives: a) Increase VCS engagement in local health and commissioning opportunities. b) Build capacity for long-term health inequality prevention. c) Strengthen community partnerships and inclusive delivery models.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05fa38
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084847-2025
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services

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

80 - Education and training services

85 - Health and social work services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

66512210 - Voluntary health insurance services

79411100 - Business development consultancy services

80510000 - Specialist training services

80521000 - Training programme services

80522000 - Training seminars

80530000 - Vocational training services

80531000 - Industrial and technical training services

80531200 - Technical training services

80532000 - Management training services

80561000 - Health training services

80570000 - Personal development training services

85147000 - Company health services

85322000 - Community action programme

85323000 - Community health services

98133100 - Civic betterment and community facility support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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
TLI London, TLI32 Westminster

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

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