Planning

Community Farm and Skills Hub

LONDON BOROUGH OF NEWHAM

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PlanningUpdate

26 Jan 2026 at 17:12

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

22 Jan 2026 at 11:27

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Newham is planning a procurement process for the redevelopment and long-term operation of the former Newham City Farm site in Beckton, titled "Community Farm and Skills Hub." This tender, classified under the works category with additional services, is aimed at transforming the site into a vibrant Community Farm and Green Skills Hub. Located in the UKI region, the initiative promises social, environmental, and economic value. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with key dates including a deadline for expressions of interest set for 2nd February 2026, and a submission due date on 28th February 2026. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st October 2026 and end on 30th September 2031. Interested parties can contact regeneration@newham.gov.uk for more information.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for consortiums with expertise in urban agriculture, green skills training, and community engagement. Businesses that can offer a robust, inclusive vision aligned with local development plans and sustainable operating models will find this tender particularly suited to their expertise. The focus on a collaborative consortium opens opportunities for partnerships and small businesses with strong community ties and a commitment to local stewardship. The emphasis on a financially sustainable model and community involvement aligns with the borough's objectives, enhancing prospects for businesses in the social, environmental, and education sectors. This tender is a chance for qualified entities to contribute to a high-impact initiative transforming a historic site into a hub of innovation and community enrichment.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Community Farm and Skills Hub

Notice Description

The London Borough of Newham (LBN) is inviting Expressions of Interest for the redevelopment and long-term operation of the former Newham City Farm site in Beckton. Set within King George V Park, the former Newham City Farm has a long history as a much-loved community farm and green asset. LBN is seeking an experienced, collaborative consortium to reimagine the space as a Community Farm and Green Skills Hub, delivering lasting social, environmental and economic value for local residents and the wider borough. This unique opportunity calls for a team with a diverse range of skills that will enable the design, delivery and operation of a vibrant, innovative and self-sustaining hub for the community. The revitalised site is expected to support green skills training, urban agriculture, education, volunteering, wellbeing programmes and community engagement, while contributing to Newham's Growth Plan, Just Transition Plan, and Beckton Parks Masterplan. The Council are particularly keen to hear from partnerships that can demonstrate: A strong, inclusive vision aligned with the Council's Growth Plan and Community Wealth Building priorities A robust and financially sustainable operating model Meaningful community involvement and long-term local stewardship Interested parties will have until February 2nd to Express Interest and until February 28th A full information pack, including detailed site information and the Expression of Interest submission requirements, is available on request to interested parties. Please contact regeneration@newham.gov.uk if you are interested in applying. This is a below threshold procurement with no further notices being listed.

Planning Information

Expressions of interest for this opportunity are to be confirmed by the 2nd of February 2026 Full details will be provided within the market engagement pack

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060bfe
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006843-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

45100000 - Site preparation work

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
27 Feb 20264 days to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2031 Over 5 years
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
regeneration@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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Royal Albert
Westminster Constituency
West Ham and Beckton

Further Information

Notice Documents

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