Scope
Description
The London Borough of Newham (LBN) is inviting Expressions of Interest for the redevelopment and long-term operation of the former Newham City Farm site in Beckton.
Set within King George V Park, the former Newham City Farm has a long history as a much-loved community farm and green asset. LBN is seeking an experienced, collaborative consortium to reimagine the space as a Community Farm and Green Skills Hub, delivering lasting social, environmental and economic value for local residents and the wider borough.
This unique opportunity calls for a team with a diverse range of skills that will enable the design, delivery and operation of a vibrant, innovative and self-sustaining hub for the community. The revitalised site is expected to support green skills training, urban agriculture, education, volunteering, wellbeing programmes and community engagement, while contributing to Newham's Growth Plan, Just Transition Plan, and Beckton Parks Masterplan.
The Council are particularly keen to hear from partnerships that can demonstrate:
A strong, inclusive vision aligned with the Council's Growth Plan and Community Wealth Building priorities
A robust and financially sustainable operating model
Meaningful community involvement and long-term local stewardship
Interested parties will have until February 2nd to Express Interest and until February 28th
A full information pack, including detailed site information and the Expression of Interest submission requirements, is available on request to interested parties. Please contact regeneration@newham.gov.uk if you are interested in applying.
This is a below threshold procurement with no further notices being listed.
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 October 2026 to 30 September 2031
- 5 years
Main procurement category
Works
Additional procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 45100000 - Site preparation work
- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services
Contract locations
- UKI - London
Engagement
Engagement deadline
27 February 2026
Engagement process description
Expressions of interest for this opportunity are to be confirmed by the 2nd of February 2026
Full details will be provided within the market engagement pack
Participation
Particular suitability
Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Contracting authority
London Borough of Newham
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PYBN-4422-TNXJ
Newham Dockside
London
E16 2QU
United Kingdom
Email: regeneration@newham.gov.uk
Region: UKI41 - Hackney and Newham
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government