Tender

Blackpool council; case and practice audit

LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION

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Tender

21 Aug 2025 at 11:05

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Local Government Association, located in London, is inviting tenders for a project titled "Blackpool Council; Case and Practice Audit." The objective is to procure a qualified contractor to conduct a comprehensive case audit and practice adherence assessment for Blackpool Council, leveraging a Practice Assurance framework. This initiative falls under the industry category of Health and Social Work Services, with the procurement stage currently in the tender phase. Interested parties should note that the tender period concludes on 8th September 2025, with the contract anticipated to commence on 15th September 2025. The procurement is being executed through an open competition, below the threshold, permitting wide participation.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in health and social work services to engage with local government bodies and contribute to the improvement of public service delivery. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), as well as Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs), are deemed suitable candidates for this contract, enhancing opportunities for business expansion in the public sector. With a quality-centric award criteria, businesses with a strong track record in similar audits and a commitment to quality can leverage this tender to showcase their expertise and establish long-term relationships with public authorities. The maximum contract value is £24,960, offering potential for financial growth and industry recognition.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Blackpool council; case and practice audit

Notice Description

We wish to procure an experienced contractor who will work with key practice leaders, managers and other stakeholders in Blackpool Council to undertake a thorough case and practice audit, using a methodology that includes a Practice Assurance framework. The audit will be an initial diagnostic to assess and understand practice and practice culture, against a number of key requirements. The outputs will identify specific areas for attention and provide a baseline to guide and measure improvement. To undertake the work, a Practice Assurance framework, that will be rooted in strength based will be used. This can then be utilised by the council independently in the immediate future to guide measurement and quality improvements. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Health-and-social-work-services./PRRF76986Z To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/PRRF76986Z

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Up to 6 months at buyers discretion

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058c05
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050488-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,800 Under £100K
Lots Value
£20,800 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Sep 2025 - 16 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION
Contact Name
Kulsuma Haque
Contact Email
kulsuma.haque@local.gov.uk
Contact Phone
020766433130

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

Notice Documents

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