WHO IS THIS EVENT FOR?
This event is for small businesses and social enterprises in Hackney who want to build the skills, knowledge and confidence to bid for and win public and private sector contracts, while strengthening relationships across Hackney Impact's combined ecosystem.
It’s designed for organisations that want to understand how procurement really works, unlock local opportunities, and contribute to community wealth building through social value, local supply chains and responsible business practices.
Following the success of the Meet the Members event led by East End Trades Guild in October 2025, this is a smaller, more focused follow-up. It gives participants direct access to buyers and decision-makers, practical insight into local procurement, and the chance to build deeper connections with potential partners and leads across the Hackney Impact Consortium.
We strongly recommend that participants register here on the London Tenders Portal before attending to look for opportunities with Hackney and other boroughs.
Sign up to the event here.
WHAT IS HACKNEY IMPACT?
Hackney Impact is a collective of local business support organisations — we are Social Founders, Allia Impact, Green Business Action, Hackney Cooperative Developments and East End Trades Guild — working together to create collective capacity to power our local economy.
By combining our unique expertise, we support businesses to grow in ways that keep wealth local, strengthen communities, and deliver measurable social and environmental value. Together, we provide the right mix of support, connections and opportunities — in Hackney — to help purpose-driven organisations and small businesses thrive. Hackney Impact is free to join, if you haven't already join here to stay in the loop about events and opportunities!
Hackney Impact is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, with investment from the London Borough of Hackney and the Mayor of London.
PROGRAMME
☕ Arrivals & coffee
Settle in and start connecting.
🎤 Welcome & overview
Introductions, event overview and practical procurement resources to take away.
🏛️ Procurement masterclass
Hear directly from Hackney Council, local suppliers and procurement experts on how procurement really works, where the opportunities are, and how to submit strong tenders.
💬 Q&A
Get your questions answered by the buyers themselves.
🥤 Refreshment break 🥤
🤝 Buyer–supplier breakout sessions
Facilitated small-group discussions.
🍽️ Lunch & networking
Relaxed time to deepen conversations and explore opportunities.
LONDON BOROUGH OF HACKNEY'S BROAD CATEGORIES OF SPEND
🏗️ Built Environment & Works – Construction, building maintenance, specialist works and materials across residential, commercial and public assets.
🛣️ Highways, Streets & Transport – Road maintenance, lighting, signage, traffic management, parking systems and passenger transport.
🧹 Cleaning, Waste & Recycling – Cleaning, hygiene, waste management, recycling and specialist waste services.
⚠️ Health, Safety & Compliance – Health and safety assessments, inspections, testing and equipment maintenance.
🏟️ Leisure, Sport & Youth – Leisure facilities, sports services, playgrounds, youth and community activities.
🐾 Animal & Environmental Services – Pest control, animal welfare and veterinary services.
🌱 Green & Horticultural Services – Landscaping, grounds maintenance, arboriculture, plants and environmental upkeep.
💻 Digital, ICT & Technology – Software, hardware, cloud services, telephony, ICT support and consultancy.
🏘️ Housing & Property Services – Housing management, landlord services, homelessness and property-related support.
👥 Workforce, HR & Skills – Recruitment, staffing, training, adult learning and workforce development services.
🏢 Facilities & Operational Services – Security, storage, lifts, mail, removals and general facilities management.
🚚 Fleet & Vehicle Services – Vehicle purchase, rental, fleet management and fuel services.
⚡ Utilities & Energy – Gas, electricity, water, renewables, installation, testing and maintenance.
🪑 Furniture, Fit-Out & Equipment – Furniture, white goods, flooring and internal fit-out solutions.
👕 Clothing & PPE – Uniforms, workwear, protective clothing and PPE.
✏️ Stationery & Office Supplies – Office equipment, consumables and printed materials.
📚 Libraries, Museums & Culture – Library services, cultural materials, specialist heritage and museum equipment.
🍽️ Catering & Food Services – Catering provision, equipment and food and drink supplies.
⚖️ Consultancy & Professional Services – Legal, financial, construction-related and specialist advisory services.
👶 Children & Family Services – Childcare, youth services, family support and residential care for children.
👵 Adult Care & Support Services – Care, supported accommodation, advocacy, telecare and community support.
🧠 Health & Wellbeing Services – Mental health, sexual health, substance misuse and healthy lifestyle services.
🎓 Education & Schools – Early years, SEN, schools, education services and school meals.
Places are limited, secure your place soon. New year, new skills!
Location
Virgin Shoreditch, EC2A 3PT