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title: "Supporting Local Business Programme on behalf of the London Borough of Hillingdon"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05642a"
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# Supporting Local Business Programme on behalf of the London Borough of Hillingdon

Buyer: LONDON BOROUGH OF HILLINGDON  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05642a

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## Summary

The London Borough of Hillingdon has initiated an open procurement process seeking to appoint a business support partner for its "Supporting Local Business Programme". This project falls under the services category, focusing on business development consultancy services and will be conducted in the UKI74 region of the United Kingdom. The tender stage is currently active with key submission deadlines: the enquiry period concludes on 30th July 2025, while tender submission ends on 4th August 2025. The total contract value is estimated at £41,000, with the programme set to commence on 22nd August 2025 and conclude by 31st March 2026. This initiative is linked to the London Borough of Hillingdon's 2022-26 Council Strategy, supported by funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund via the GLA.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy services aimed at supporting Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). The programme’s focus on bespoke business support for BAME-led, women-led, and disability-led businesses provides a platform for consultancies with experience in diversity and inclusion to foster business growth. Suitable contenders include SMEs and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) with expertise in delivering tailored workshops and one-to-one business assistance. Those adept in increasing business sales, product launches, and workforce expansion should find the programme goals aligned with their service offerings, presenting an excellent opportunity for business growth and community impact within the borough.

## Notice

Hillingdon Council has secured an extension of funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) via the GLA to continue delivering tailored support to SMEs in the borough. To implement this, the Council seeks to appoint a business support partner. Programme Overview * The initiative aligns with Hillingdon's 2022-26 Council Strategy, which prioritises a thriving economy. * The programme will offer bespoke business support, recognising that each SME has unique needs. * Support will include topic-specific workshops and tailored one-to-one assistance, especially for: * BAME-led businesses * Women-led businesses * Disability-led businesses Programme Objectives * Sustain and grow existing businesses. * Help businesses increase sales, launch new products, and expand staffing. * Signpost businesses to the GLA's Wayfinder programme where appropriate. Delivery Timeline * The programme will run from the appointment of the delivery partner until 31st March 2026. Target Outcomes * Support at least 45 Hillingdon-based SMEs, including: * 45 BAME-led businesses * 30 women-led businesses * 5 disability-led businesses The estimated contract value- PS41,000

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042166-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender 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 | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 21 Aug 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £41,000 |
| Lots value | £41,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LONDON BOROUGH OF HILLINGDON |
| Locality | UXBRIDGE |
| Post town | Southall |
| Postcode | UB8 1UW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI74 Harrow and Hillingdon |
| Local authority | Hillingdon |
| Electoral ward | Uxbridge |
| Westminster constituency | Uxbridge and South Ruislip |
| Delivery location | TLI74 Harrow and Hillingdon |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79411100 - Business development consultancy services

## Release History

- 22 Jul 2025 at 15:43 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042166-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042166-2025
  22nd July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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