Tender

GB-London: An LGA councillor workbook on digital connectivity

LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION

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Tender

06 Dec 2018 at 14:19

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Local Government Association in London is currently conducting a tender for the project titled "An LGA councillor workbook on digital connectivity." This initiative falls under the services industry category, with a maximum budget of £8,000. The tender period is set to close on 17 December 2018, while the contract is expected to commence on 19 December 2018 and conclude on 25 March 2019. The procurement method being utilised is an open procedure, encouraging broad participation from interested suppliers.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in publishing and digital communications or possess expertise in digital infrastructure and services. Businesses capable of delivering a detailed workbook that outlines the benefits of digital connectivity and provides practical guidance for councillors will find this project particularly relevant. Suppliers are encouraged to showcase their understanding of the local government's role in enhancing connectivity and demonstrate cost-effective solutions within the given budget constraints.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-London: An LGA councillor workbook on digital connectivity

Notice Description

The councillors' digital connectivity workbook will expand on the following areas: The importance of digital connectivity *It will provide a broad introduction to the benefits of digital connectivity from the perspective of residents, business and local government. A basic explainer on digital connectivity terminology and key policy issues. *It will provide: oA broadband explainer detailing elements such as the different types of infrastructure that can provide a connection; oA mobile connectivity explainer detailing elements such as the causes of poor mobile signal; oAn explanation of the role councils play in helping facilitate improved connectivity. Practical advice on how councillors can discharge the roles outlined above *It will provide: oA case study capturing how a community self-funded its own broadband connection. oA case study capturing how a council has worked well with mobile operators to extend mobile connectivity oA case study on how a council has ensured its local policies can help catalyse greater digital connectivity. Useful resources and further reading *Relevant contact details for specific stakeholders such as mobile operators, broadband providers and the LGA (the LGA can help with this) As a minimum, the supplier will be required to: *deliver a final product by 25 March 2019. The maximum amount available for this work is PS8,000. Lower priced bids will be scored more favourably. Suppliers will need to set out what will be achieved for the price with a breakdown of how the budget will be spent 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
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b553675a-64db-4da0-88de-3ef5beba06ff
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

22 - Printed matter and related products

CPV Codes

22120000 - Publications

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Dec 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Dec 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Dec 2018 - 25 Mar 2019 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
Daniel Shamplin Hall
Contact Email
daniel.shamplin-hall@local.gov.uk
Contact Phone
02076643314

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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