Tender

GB-London: National Cultural Framework Proposition

LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION

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Tender

03 Nov 2025 at 14:10

Summary of the contracting process

The Local Government Association (LGA) is spearheading the procurement of a National Cultural Framework Proposition, collaborating with local and national government bodies and combined authorities. This initiative falls under the industry category of Research and Development Services and related consultancy services (CPV: 73000000). The procurement process is at the tender stage, with an open procedure method implemented, and is aimed at developing a framework supporting cultural services. The contract's geographical scope covers London, UK. Key dates include a tender submission deadline on 28th November 2025, and the contract period is set to commence from 9th December 2025 to 31st March 2026. The minimum contract value is GBP 10,000, with an estimated value of GBP 25,000.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as identified by the contracting authority as suitable candidates under the procurement suitability criteria. Companies specialising in consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in research and development within cultural sectors, are well-positioned to deliver on the project's requirements. Engaging in this contract could enhance business growth by establishing important connections with government bodies and expanding service portfolios in the public sector. Tenderers are advised to ensure compliance with the evaluation criteria to optimise their chances of being selected.

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Notice Title

GB-London: National Cultural Framework Proposition

Notice Description

The LGA is leading on this procurement as part of their commitment to the National Alliance for Cultural Services, with additional funding contributed by the Chief Culture and Leisure Officers Association (CLOA). We are looking for a supplier to work with local government partners, national government, and combined authorities to develop a framework. 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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-427735a4-6dad-41d6-b710-1e2e17618ad3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b83de62-0791-49c9-9e69-d4f1d4d3b011
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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
TLI London

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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