Scope
Reference
SOL30098
Description
This service is to promote, administer, and manage The Solihull Community Grants Programme that supports voluntary and community sector organisations to deliver activities and services that benefit local communities and residents.
Total value (estimated)
- £150,000 excluding VAT
- £150,000 including VAT
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027
- Possible extension to 31 March 2029
- 3 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85300000 - Social work and related services
Contract locations
- UKG32 - Solihull
Engagement
Engagement deadline
30 September 2025
Engagement process description
SMBC is carrying out early market engagement to help shape the future commissioning of a service that manages and distributes community grants. We want to understand whether there is interest from organisations in bidding for this contract, should it be opened to the wider market. Anticipated Process/Timescales* Market testing sent out 12/09/2025 Deadline for return from providers 30/09/2025
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
8 December 2025
Procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Solihull MBC
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PGWC-7578-LYDG
The Council House, Manor Square
Solihull
B91 3QB
United Kingdom
Contact name: Corporate Procurement Service
Telephone: 01217046089
Email: procteam@solihull.gov.uk
Website: https://solihull.my.site.com/s/
Region: UKG32 - Solihull
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government