Closed tender

Supporting Local Business Programme on behalf of the London Borough of Hillingdon

Details

Value
£41,000
Topic
Business development consultancy services
Published
22 July 2025
Submission
4 August 2025

Tender description

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- £41,000

Timeline

  1. Completed: Tender published22 July 2025
    Current notice
  2. Completed: Submission date4 August 2025

About the buyer

London Borough of Hillingdon buys as a local authority. Framework agreements awarded by external public bodies are used alongside direct tenders.

A procurement pipeline reviewed each quarter sets out upcoming projects planned over the next two years. Approved council contractors carry out lower-value work without a full tender.

Over the past 5 years, most of London Borough of Hillingdon's contract awards have been in construction work, business services and health and social work.

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