Tender

Guidance for sport, leisure, and physical activity services on local government reorganisation

LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION (LGA)

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Tender

21 Apr 2026 at 14:18

Summary of the contracting process

The Local Government Association (LGA) is actively inviting tenders for the guidance on sport, leisure, and physical activity services affected by Local Government Reorganisation. This tender falls under the industry category of research and development consultancy services and seeks a practical guide for council officers and elected members. Located in London, UK, and operating within the sub-central government classification, the procurement process is currently at the tender stage. Interested parties must submit by 15th May 2026, with the contract scheduled to begin on 20th May 2026 and conclude by 31st March 2027. The procurement method is an open competition, specifically a light-touch procedure, and is below threshold, allowing for electronic submissions.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in sport and leisure management, local government projects, or organisational restructuring. SMEs are encouraged to participate, with evaluation criteria focusing on pricing, quality, skills, experience, and delivery methodology. The contract is worth £10,000, offering potential growth for firms looking to enhance their portfolio or expand their services within the public sector. A commitment to quality assurance, equality, diversity, inclusion, social value, and environmental considerations will be crucial in successful bids, making it an ideal opportunity for businesses with these core competencies.

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Notice Title

Guidance for sport, leisure, and physical activity services on local government reorganisation

Notice Description

The Local Government Association (LGA) and Sport England are commissioning a concise, practical guide to support officers and elected members in councils who are responsible for running, commissioning or overseeing sport, leisure and physical activity services affected by Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0687a3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036205-2026
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£10,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Apr 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
15 May 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 May 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 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
LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION (LGA)
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

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