Tender

Early Careers and Apprenticeship Support Programme

IMPROVEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT (IDEA)

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Tender

27 Feb 2026 at 15:47

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Improvement and Development Agency for Local Government (IDeA) is seeking a strategic delivery partner for its Early Careers and Apprenticeship Support Programme 2026. This tender falls under the category of training services and aims to support councils in England with expertise at local, regional, and national levels. Located in London, the agency is targeting the award phase for the procurement process, with a submission deadline set for 16 March 2026. Interested parties should be aware that the electronic submission policy allows submissions until the specified deadline, with enquiries closing on 5 March 2026. The procurement method is open competition, below the threshold, which encourages a broad range of potential suppliers to participate.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses focused on training and education services. With a contract value of £30,000 and potential for renewal, it is particularly suitable for SMEs and VCSEs looking to expand their service offerings to public authorities at the sub-central government level. The requirement for quality and cost considerations in the award criteria showcases an emphasis on delivering high-value solutions. Businesses with expertise in career guidance, adult, and higher education services will find this tender well-aligned with their capabilities. Engaging in this project can lead to strengthened partnerships with local governments and an enhanced reputation in the public sector market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Early Careers and Apprenticeship Support Programme

Notice Description

The LGA seeks to appoint a strategic delivery partner for our Early Careers and Apprenticeships Support Programme 2026. This programme provides expertise and delivery of services to councils as employers at a national, regional and local level for councils in England.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Possible extension for a further three months

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065eb3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018081-2026
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

79634000 - Career guidance services

80300000 - Higher education services

80400000 - Adult and other education services

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
16 Mar 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Mar 2026 - 31 Dec 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
IMPROVEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT (IDEA)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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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