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GB-London: Strategic Communities of Practice Framework for DDaT Transformation in Local Government

IMPROVEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT

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03 Sep 2025 at 10:10

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Local Government Association (LGA), through its Improvement and Development Agency for Local Government, is overseeing the procurement process for the development of a Strategic Communities of Practice Framework aimed at supporting Digital, Data, and Technology (DDaT) transformation within local government. The procurement falls under the industry category of research and development consultancy services (CPV 73200000) and is geographically open to the United Kingdom and other regions globally. This tender process is currently in the Tender stage and follows an open procurement method. Interested parties must submit their proposals by 24th September 2025, with the contract expected to commence on 6th October 2025 and conclude on 28th November 2025.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in consultancy services within the DDaT sector. With a maximum contract value of £50,000, businesses that excel in building digital and technological communities and fostering innovation in public service could greatly benefit. Involvement in this initiative not only provides an opportunity for financial growth but also enables businesses to contribute to pioneering sector-led improvements, establishing lasting networks within and across local and central government levels.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-London: Strategic Communities of Practice Framework for DDaT Transformation in Local Government

Notice Description

To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/3TG27AW3DF The Local Government Association (LGA) is the national voice of local government. A key part of our mission is to facilitate sector-led improvement, helping councils to learn from each other and innovate. To accelerate this work in a critical area, the LGA invites proposals from specialist consultants to develop a foundational framework for Communities of Practice (CoPs). This work will focus specifically on professionals across our member councils concerned with Digital, Data, Cyber, Technology, Public Service Reform, Total Place, and Innovation. This initiative will create an interconnected ecosystem for these professionals to build capability, share solutions, and strengthen the vital relationship both between councils across the country, and between local and central government on technology and transformation. To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/3TG27AW3DF Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/3TG27AW3DF

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1907ceb-9ee6-4620-9d60-bcdd851f0a10
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Oct 2025 - 28 Nov 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
IMPROVEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Ellie Stewart
Contact Email
ellie.stewart@local.gov.uk
Contact Phone
07511712289

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3HZ
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

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