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Local Authority Capacity and Capability Research

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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01 Sep 2021 at 13:21

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is being conducted by the Department for Transport (DfTc) for the project titled "Local Authority Capacity and Capability Research". This initiative aims to assess the capacity of local authorities to plan and deliver local transport improvements, focusing on evaluating their needs for support. The procurement falls under the Economic research services category and is being carried out via a direct procurement method, specifically a single tender action due to it being below the threshold. The tender period is set to conclude on 4th June 2021, with the contract period running from 14th June 2021 to 31st August 2021. The associated budget for this project is £74,100, and the research will target local authorities in the South East of England.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in economic research and consultancy services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies that can demonstrate expertise in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, especially those experienced in engaging with local government stakeholders, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement could enhance their portfolio and establish valuable relationships within the public sector, further driving business growth.

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Notice Title

Local Authority Capacity and Capability Research

Notice Description

Many local authorities currently struggle to secure funding and achieve timely delivery for their local transport priorities as they lack the capacity to successfully strategically plan for local transport improvements, and to develop and deliver comprehensive business cases and project plans. This project intends to use both qualitative (focus groups and/or interviews) and quantitative research (questionnaire) methods to gather evidence on Local Authorities' capability and capacity, with regards to what 'good' looks like, what the main factors are that affect it, what types of LAs need the most / least support, what type of support/interventions are needed. A range of stakeholders will be involved in the research, including LA officials themselves, DfT officials and a range of relevant external stakeholders.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8194a595-eaa0-44dc-93bc-523d2345d334
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f08841c0-5efb-4902-8613-7eb37e08c91b
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79311400 - Economic research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£74,100 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Jun 2021 - 31 Aug 2021 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
DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DR
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
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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