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FEW1506 - New Local - Understanding Communities

LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL

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04 Jun 2025 at 11:52

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "FEW1506 - New Local - Understanding Communities" was initiated by Leicester City Council, a public authority in the United Kingdom. This process falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on social research services. The procurement was conducted using a direct method, below the threshold and without competition, and has reached the award stage with the contract status marked as active. The contract was awarded to New Local Ltd, a small-to-medium enterprise based in London. The project commenced on 31 March 2025 and is scheduled to conclude on 30 December 2025, carrying a total contract value of £54,935. Key documents related to the contract were published on 4 June 2025. This initiative aligns with key strategies aimed at enhancing community engagement and decision-making processes in Leicester.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the social research and community engagement sectors to expand their influence and operations by collaborating on projects that shape local governance strategies. While the procurement was completed without competition, it highlights Leicester City Council's commitment to collaborating with entities capable of supporting community-centric policies. Businesses experienced in social research, community engagement, and those looking to partner with sub-central government authorities will find such tenders highly beneficial for growth. The project sets a precedent for future initiatives that aim to strengthen governance through inclusive research and community involvement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

FEW1506 - New Local - Understanding Communities

Notice Description

FEW1506 - New Local - Understanding Communities This procurement is critical to shaping the way the Council engages with communities and ensuring that Leicester's communities are at the heart of decision-making. The research also aligns with key Council strategies, including Connecting Communities and the VCSE Engagement Strategy, both of which are designed to strengthen relationships between the Council, voluntary sector organisations and local residents.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052c5b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029860-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79315000 - Social research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£47,779 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 30 Dec 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Mrs Amina Laher
Contact Email
amina.laher@leicester.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1164544032

Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE1 1FZ
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF21 Leicester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Leicester
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Leicester South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NEW LOCAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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