Tender

GB-London: Research report into the state of strategic relationships between councils and their local voluntary and community sector

LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION

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Tender

28 Jan 2022 at 11:15

Summary of the contracting process

The Local Government Association based in London is currently conducting a tender (BIP662092253) for a research report titled "Research report into the state of strategic relationships between councils and their local voluntary and community sector". This project falls within the services industry, specifically focused on research and development services. The tender is open for submissions until 17th February 2022. The contract period will commence on 28th February 2022 and is expected to conclude by 30th June 2022, with a total contract value ranging from £10,000 to £25,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for organisations within the voluntary and community sector, particularly those engaged in research and consultancy. Businesses that understand the dynamics between local councils and community stakeholders will be at an advantage, especially those with experience in fostering relationships within the voluntary sector. Engaging in this procurement process could enhance these organisations' visibility and capacity to contribute to important community partnerships, ultimately fostering business growth.

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Notice Title

GB-London: Research report into the state of strategic relationships between councils and their local voluntary and community sector

Notice Description

The research will need to set out why a healthy voluntary and community sector (VCS) benefits councils, as well as the benefits effective strategic relationships with VCS stakeholders can bring to them. In doing so, the commissioned project leads for this project will work with councils and their local voluntary and community sectors to understand what types of formal and informal relationships already exist, who they are held between and what level of infrastructure is required to maintain effective relationships. The research will highlight good practice and areas where councils can develop their learning and approach, as well as key policy principles that underpin these relationships in the form of deep dive case studies. For the purpose of this document, the term voluntary and community sector should be understood in its broadest sense, including formal and informal community groups as well as registered charities and infrastructure organisations and social enterprises that are both funded and not funded by the council. Looking at a breadth of organisations in this sector will enable the researchers to examine if relationships with certain organisations are easier to create and maintain than others and what factors shape this. There is a more in-depth discussion of this term in the introduction and background section. The project should aim to capture long-standing relationships between councils and their local voluntary and community sector which are beneficial to both sides, alongside new and emerging relationships developed throughout COVID-19 - particularly with regard to the various forms of mutual aid networks which were set up within communities in response to the pandemic. The final output of the project will be a report that identifies the state of strategic reltaionships across different local areas and the key components needed for an effective relationship between councils and local VCS. The final report will begin by highlighting the importance of a healthy voluntary and community sector to councils and council officers, and the benefits that a strategic relationship between the two stakeholders can bring. It will also summarise existing research, trends, policy recommendations and principles needed for a strong relationship, as well as provide examples of strong and emerging relationships councils have with their VCS already. Researchers will be expected to consult with relevant stakeholders, such as councils and voluntary and community sector organisations, through a nuanced and engaging methodology that will be finalised with the LGA project leads.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e4d167e4-4994-440e-aa94-427af14b2009
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/88124f15-fd4b-4635-ad0c-54b0081966dc
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
VCSE
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
28 Jan 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Feb 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Feb 2022 - 30 Jun 2022 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
Hannah Small
Contact Email
jordanne.mckenzie-blythe@local.gov.uk
Contact Phone
02071877381

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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