---
title: "Provision of VCS Infrastructure Service in Richmond upon Thames"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060b58"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-060b58.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LONDON BOROUGH OF RICHMOND UPON THAMES"
published: "2026-01-21"
---

# Provision of VCS Infrastructure Service in Richmond upon Thames

Buyer: LONDON BOROUGH OF RICHMOND UPON THAMES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060b58

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## Summary

The London Borough of Richmond Upon Thames has finalised the procurement process for the "Provision of VCS Infrastructure Service in Richmond upon Thames." This contract, valued at £224,588, falls under the services industry category and focuses on community action programmes within the UKI75 region, specifically Richmond. The procurement process was conducted under a light-touch special regime using a direct method, classified as below threshold without competition. The award was announced on 21st January 2026, with the contract set to commence immediately and conclude on 31st December 2027.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses within the voluntary, community, and social enterprise sector, particularly those with large-scale capabilities, to capitalise on ongoing community service projects in the Richmond area. The choice of Richmond upon Thames Council for Voluntary Service (CVS) as the supplier indicates a preference for local expertise and substantial experience in delivering community infrastructure services. Enterprises focusing on community development, infrastructure, and localised voluntary services will find this tender a promising avenue for growth.

## Notice

it is the authorities intention to make an award to Richmond CVS for the continued provision of the VCS Infrastructure service within the Borough of Richmond upon Thames. The contract value is PS224,588.00

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005398-2026 |
| Notice type | UK5 - Transparency Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 21 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £224,588 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LONDON BOROUGH OF RICHMOND UPON THAMES |
| Locality | TWICKEHAM |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW1 3BZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames |
| Local authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Electoral ward | Twickenham Riverside |
| Westminster constituency | Twickenham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RICHMOND UPON THAMES COUNCIL FOR VOLUNTARY SERVICE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85322000 - Community action programme

## Release History

- 21 Jan 2026 at 15:12 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005398-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005398-2026
  21st January 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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