Tender

GB-London: Understanding the drivers of high-cost placements for children in care

LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION

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Tender

23 Sep 2024 at 09:30

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Local Government Association is inviting tenders for the project titled "GB-London: Understanding the drivers of high-cost placements for children in care." This tender, classified under research and development services and related consultancy services (CPV 73000000), aims to collaborate with various councils to analyse the cost drivers and quality issues associated with high-cost placements for children in care. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with an open procedure method. The procurement is based in London, with a tender period ending on 16 October 2024, and the contract period running from 28 October 2024 to 28 February 2025.

This procurement presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), particularly those specialising in research services, to contribute to improving children's care quality while ensuring efficient use of public funds. Engaging in this tender can provide businesses with the potential to establish or enhance their relationships with local councils and government bodies, fostering further growth and opportunities in public sector projects. Interested businesses must adhere to the selection criteria set out in the tender documentation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-London: Understanding the drivers of high-cost placements for children in care

Notice Description

We are seeking a provider to work with a range of councils to understand the drivers of cost for high-cost placements. This work should also consider issues around quality, with the findings to be used by the LGA and government to identify solutions to ensure the best use of public funds to improve the lives of children in care. 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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b2df7bf4-a14e-416d-9da1-a1c7763a9d68
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/38fc035c-2e03-46aa-8040-d82107b12145
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

73110000 - Research 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
23 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Oct 2024 - 28 Feb 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
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

Further Information

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