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ITT - Recruitment, Selection and Governance Services Parkwood & Senacre Pride in Place Neighbourhood Board

MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Award

23 Mar 2026 at 17:03

Tender

05 Feb 2026 at 12:06

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, spearheaded by Maidstone Borough Council, centred around the commissioning of recruitment, selection, and governance services for establishing the Park Wood & Senacre Pride in Place Neighbourhood Board. The project is tied to the UK Government's Pride in Place Programme, with objectives to build thriving places, strengthen communities, and empower residents. The procurement, categorised under recruitment services, employed an open competition method below the threshold. Located in Maidstone, UK, this tender progressed from the planning stage to an active award status, with the contract period slated from 2nd April to 17th July 2026. The tender initially invited bids until 5th March 2026, with the award valued at £29,607 and granted to "This is Capacity," highlighting substantial engagement with small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs).

This tender offers significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs with expertise in recruitment and governance services. The focus on local empowerment through the Park Wood & Senacre Neighbourhood Board allows businesses to contribute to community development and governance, enabling them to establish a robust presence in the public sector. The programme's emphasis on revitalising neighbourhoods presents a platform for businesses adept in managing and delivering community-centric solutions. Organisations with experience in steering collective community endeavours will be well-suited to compete, bringing their skills to support a long-term strategic initiative aimed at enhancing local living conditions and civic involvement.

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Notice Title

ITT - Recruitment, Selection and Governance Services Parkwood & Senacre Pride in Place Neighbourhood Board

Notice Description

Maidstone Borough Council ("the Council") invites tenders from suitably qualified and experienced organisations to provide recruitment, selection, and governance services to establish the Park Wood & Senacre Pride in Place Neighbourhood Board. This commission includes the appointment of an Independent Chair and the formation of a representative, community-led Board. The Park Wood and Senacre Middle Super Output Area (MSOA) has been selected to participate in the UK Government's Pride in Place Programme. This comprises a 10-year, PS20 million endowment-style investment aimed at revitalising local neighbourhoods. As defined in the Government's Pride in Place Prospectus, the programme shifts power away from traditional public sector structures, placing strategic decision-making directly in the hands of local residents and stakeholders The programme is built upon three core objectives: * Building Thriving Places: Revitalising high streets, community assets, and physical infrastructure to create vibrant, welcoming neighbourhoods. * Strengthening Communities: Restoring the social fabric by improving social infrastructure and fostering a collective sense of belonging. * Taking Back Control: Empowering residents to take direct ownership of their area's future through a community-led governance model.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0648c8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026485-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79600000 - Recruitment services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£36,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
£29,607 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 17 Jul 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

TMT PROCUREMENT PARTNERSHIP

Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME15 6JQ
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
High Street
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THIS IS CAPACITY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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