Tender

R6143 Mosque Engagement Service

TOWER HAMLETS

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Tender

22 Dec 2025 at 15:37

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Tower Hamlets is currently in the tender stage of procuring a service titled "R6143 Mosque Engagement Service" under an open procedure. The aim of this initiative is to strengthen leadership and governance in local Mosques, ultimately improving community cohesion and addressing non-religious needs in Tower Hamlets, London. The procurement is within the services category, specifically focusing on recreational, cultural, and social services. Key dates include the tender period closing on 30 January 2026 and the award period ending on 27 February 2026. Interested parties must register via the London Tenders portal to participate, with enquiry submissions closing by 23 January 2026. This tender has a total available amount of £274,896 (gross). The contract period is set from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029.

This procurement provides significant opportunities for businesses that have established relationships with religious communities, particularly those with expertise in cultural and social services. Organisations possessing a deep understanding of community dynamics, coupled with strong governance and leadership capabilities, will find this tender particularly aligned with their services. This opportunity is especially suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), given the project's emphasis on community-based impact. Effectively leveraging existing networks and providing innovative solutions for community engagement can position bidders favourably in the procurement process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

R6143 Mosque Engagement Service

Notice Description

The London Borough of Tower Hamlets is seeking a provider to deliver the Mosque Engagement Programme (MEP) is a longstanding initiative in Tower Hamlets that aims to strengthen relationships with Mosques of all sizes and capacities. Its purpose is to support the development of strong leadership and governance and enhance the ability of Mosques to address inequalities and non-religious needs. It aims to improve outcomes for the Muslim community, strengthen community cohesion, and harness the contribution of Mosques to civil society through partnership and collaboration.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05fbd3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085515-2025
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£229,080 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£229,080 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Dec 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2028-11-01

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TOWER HAMLETS
Contact Name
Morgan Hughes
Contact Email
morgan.hughes@towerhamlets.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+447342933523

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E1 1BJ
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Whitechapel
Westminster Constituency
Bethnal Green and Stepney

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