---
title: "VCFS Infrastucture Development Contract 2025-2027"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0556c6"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "LONDON BOROUGH OF NEWHAM"
published: "2025-07-03"
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# VCFS Infrastucture Development Contract 2025-2027

Buyer: LONDON BOROUGH OF NEWHAM  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0556c6

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## Summary

The London Borough of Newham is planning an open competition for a two-year contract titled "VCFS Infrastructure Development Contract 2025-2027." This procurement, with a gross value of £200,000, focuses on enhancing the capacity of the Voluntary, Community and Faith Sector (VCFS) within the region, classified under the "Health and social work services" category. The procurement stage is currently in the planning phase, with the submission period ending on 18th August 2025. The location of the service delivery is within the UKI41 region of the United Kingdom. Interested parties can submit inquiries until 8th August 2025. The procurement follows a below-threshold, open competition method, emphasizing electronic submission policies.

This tender offers significant opportunities for organisations looking to establish or expand their presence within the public sector support services. Suitable candidates include dynamic and experienced providers capable of leading infrastructure services and building sector capacity. The contract aims to foster collaboration, improve infrastructure, and support culturally competent services in Newham. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate. This project presents a strategic opportunity to influence the growth and sustainability of diverse community structures, paving the way for long-term business growth in the region.

## Notice

Newham Council is seeking a dynamic and experienced provider to lead the delivery of infrastructure services for the borough's Voluntary, Community and Faith Sector (VCFS). The Council particularly welcomes proposals from progressive and suitably experienced organisations to deliver this two-year contract designed to build the sector's capacity, boost productivity, and ensure long-term sustainability. Newham's VCFS is one of the most vibrant and diverse in London, encompassing a wide range of organisations from well-established institutions to grassroots, volunteer-led groups and faith-based initiatives. The aim of this contract is to cultivate a sustainable, confident and resourceful VCFS-one that is equipped to meet the evolving needs and aspirations of both the sector and the borough. This includes: * Strengthening collaboration and shared learning; * Enhancing infrastructure and access to resources; * Supporting the delivery of trusted, culturally competent, and place-based services that improve outcomes for Newham residents. This is more than a service contract-it's a strategic opportunity to help shape a resilient, inclusive and community-powered future for Newham.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037145-2025 |
| Notice type | UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | 23 Jul 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 14 Sep 2025 - 14 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | £200,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LONDON BOROUGH OF NEWHAM |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E16 2QU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |
| Local authority | Newham |
| Electoral ward | Royal Albert |
| Westminster constituency | West Ham and Beckton |
| Delivery location | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 3 Jul 2025 at 13:28 - PlanningUpdate - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037145-2025
- 1 Jul 2025 at 13:05 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036432-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037145-2025
  3rd July 2025 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036432-2025
  1st July 2025 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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