---
title: "RFQ - Local Supplier Support Project 2026"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068d3d"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "ROYAL BOROUGH OF KENSINGTON AND CHELSEA"
published: "2026-05-05"
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# RFQ - Local Supplier Support Project 2026

Buyer: ROYAL BOROUGH OF KENSINGTON AND CHELSEA  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068d3d

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## Summary

The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea is conducting a procurement process to hire an experienced supply chain consultant for their "RFQ - Local Supplier Support Project 2026." The project falls under the services category, focusing on business analysis and project management consultancy. Located in London, UK, the tender aims to enhance local SME engagement and business opportunities. The procurement stage is currently in the Tender phase, with an enquiry period closing on 15th May 2026 and tender submissions due by 22nd May 2026. The procurement method is open, below the threshold, ensuring a competitive process to attract qualified proposals.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy services, particularly those focusing on business analysis, project management, and public relations. Companies with expertise in research and development, and those capable of adding substantial local social and economic value, are well-suited to compete. Successful participation could lead to sustained business growth, especially for firms looking to solidify their presence in the dynamic market of Kensington and Chelsea and engage in impactful local development projects. The contract period is slated from 18th June 2026 to 17th June 2028, offering a two-year engagement with a value up to £96,000, providing a stable revenue stream for the selected consultant.

## Notice

The Authority is seeking an experienced supply chain consultant to support the delivery of the Local Supplier Support Project. The consultant will play a key role in engaging and supporting local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and facilitating their access to new business opportunities, including opportunities arising from major local developments and key council contracts. The appointed consultant will be expected to maximise local social and economic value by strengthening the involvement of businesses based within the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040921-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 22 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 17 Jun 2026 - 17 Jun 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,000 |
| Lots value | £80,000 |
| 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 | ROYAL BOROUGH OF KENSINGTON AND CHELSEA |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | West London |
| Postcode | W8 7NX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham |
| Local authority | Kensington and Chelsea |
| Electoral ward | Campden |
| Westminster constituency | Kensington and Bayswater |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 72221000 - Business analysis consultancy services
- 72224000 - Project management consultancy services
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services
- 73210000 - Research consultancy services
- 79411000 - General management consultancy services
- 79416200 - Public relations consultancy services

## Release History

- 5 May 2026 at 10:31 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040921-2026
- 28 Apr 2026 at 15:39 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038806-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040921-2026
  5th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038806-2026
  28th April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-15386
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-15387
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-15388
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-15638
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-15639
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-15640
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-15641

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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