Scope
Description
**** Note, this is readvertisment**** 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
Total value (estimated)
- £49,200 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 8 September 2025 to 31 March 2026
- 6 months, 23 days
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79411100 - Business development consultancy services
Contract locations
- UKI74 - Harrow and Hillingdon
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
26 August 2025, 5:00pm
Tender submission deadline
28 August 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
The full suite of tender documents linked to this tender opportunity are advertised via our tender portal below; https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
Award criteria is 50% Price / 50% Quality
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
London Borough of Hillingdon
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHZZ-4724-NYPH
Civic Centre
Uxbridge
UB8 1UW
United Kingdom
Region: UKI74 - Harrow and Hillingdon
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government