Community Convenor - Radical Place Leadership

The London Borough of Brent has completed the award stage of a procurement process titled "Community Convenor - Radical Place Leadership". This initiative is part of the council’s "Embrace Change Portfolio" programme, focusing on community power and capacity building in regions such as Harlesden and Kensal Green, Stonebridge, and Roundwood. The process, using a limited procurement method due to its below-threshold competition level, sought to engage a strategic partner to serve as a convenor to develop these approaches.

The award was made to the Harlesden Neighbourhood Forum, a local voluntary sector organisation, with the contract spanning from 8th October 2025 to 7th April 2027, valued at £135,000. This falls under the services category, specifically aimed at community action programmes. This procurement offers substantial opportunities for businesses that specialise in community development and strategic programme facilitation.

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or those identified as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) will find this contract particularly suited to their capabilities. By engaging in this process, businesses can enhance their profile in the public sector, develop meaningful community programmes, and establish themselves as key contributors to local government initiatives promoting empowerment and inclusive community engagement.