Tender

Design and Build of the 'Innovation Zone' at the LGA Annual Conference & Exhibition 2026

IMPROVEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT (IDEA)

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Tender

12 Mar 2026 at 18:32

Summary of the contracting process

The Improvement and Development Agency for Local Government (IDeA) is currently seeking tenders for the design and build of the 'Innovation Zone' at the LGA Annual Conference & Exhibition 2026. This project involves creating a feature area within the Bourne Lounge of the Bournemouth International Centre that serves as a creative hub showcasing innovative practices for local government. The tender is in its active stage, with the procurement initiated under an open method, allowing for below threshold competition. Interested parties must submit their bids by 16:00 on 17th April 2026, with the enquiry period closing at the end of 19th March 2026. The project falls under services in the industry category, specifically regarding fair and exhibition organisation, and event services.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in event organisation and construction services to expand their portfolio in public sector projects. Ideal candidates include SMEs and VCSEs, particularly those experienced in integrating creative design and branding to enhance event experiences. The contract period runs from 30th April to 8th July 2026, offering a substantial opportunity to showcase expertise during a high-profile conference. With strong emphasis on both quality and price in awarding the contract, businesses with innovative approaches and competitive pricing strategies are well-suited to vie for this opportunity.

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Notice Title

Design and Build of the 'Innovation Zone' at the LGA Annual Conference & Exhibition 2026

Notice Description

To design and build a feature area named the 'Innovation Zone' within the Bourne Lounge of the Bournemouth International Centre as part of the LGA Annual Conference & Exhibition. Described as 'the beating heart' of the event, the Innovation Zone is a core part of the event each year - showcasing a diverse range of sessions demonstrating innovative practice and approaches from across the sector, addressing some of the biggest challenges facing local government. Sessions take part concurrently with the main event programme and have a strong focus on peer to peer learning through case study examples. The use of materials, overall colours and corporate branding should be the same throughout the Zone. It will be the creative centre of the conference and should visually reflect this.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066906
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022601-2026
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79952000 - Event services

79956000 - Fair and exhibition organisation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£35,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£35,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Mar 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
17 Apr 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 8 Jul 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
IMPROVEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT (IDEA)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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

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