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Futures-led workshop facilitation on the drivers shaping local government

IMPROVEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT (IDEA)

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19 Jan 2026 at 17:38

Summary of the contracting process

The Improvement and Development Agency for Local Government (IDeA) is seeking an experienced partner for a project titled "Futures-led workshop facilitation on the drivers shaping local government". This tender falls under the service category in event services and seminar organisation services, focusing on expertise in futures methodology to support local government initiatives. With a budget of £50,000 GBP, the tender is currently active with a procurement method classified as "Below threshold - open competition". The key dates to note include the submission deadline on 13 February 2026 and the enquiry period ending on 6 February 2026. The workshops are part of the 'LG2040: The State of Things to Come' initiative and will take place in the UK, facilitated by the Local Government Association.

This procurement offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in futures methodology, event management, and workshop facilitation to engage in a significant government project. Companies with a strong background in implementing effective methodologies, skilled personnel, and demonstrated experience are well-positioned to compete. The project's focus on shaping local government strategies for the future signifies a strategic opportunity for businesses to be at the forefront of government reform initiatives, enhancing their portfolio and reputation in public sector innovation. The contract period from 23 February 2026 to 30 July 2026, with potential renewal, further allows businesses to establish lasting relationships and generate growth potential through extended collaboration.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Futures-led workshop facilitation on the drivers shaping local government

Notice Description

The Local Government Association seeks an experienced partner to support delivery of Phase One of 'LG2040: The State of Things to Come', a futures and reform initiative. This phase will apply futures methodology to design and facilitate domain-specific workshops exploring the forces shaping local government to 2040.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: At the buyers discretion only if further work is to be completed.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060946
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004551-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79951000 - Seminar organisation services

79952000 - Event services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jan 2026Today
Submission Deadline
13 Feb 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
23 Feb 2026 - 30 Jul 2026 1-6 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
IMPROVEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT (IDEA)
Contact Name
Ellie Stewart
Contact Email
ellie.stewart@local.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

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