Tender

PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT PARTNER

INDEPENDENT PARLIAMENTARY STANDARDS AUTHORITY

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Tender

30 Apr 2026 at 19:10

Summary of the contracting process

The Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority (IPSA) is seeking a Public Engagement Partner contract as part of its efforts to promote trust in democracy. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with a closing date for submissions on 1st June 2026. The opportunity is categorised under the services industry, specifically relating to research and social research services, and is accessible through an open procedure. This contract is for a planned three-year term (1+1+1) with a total gross value of £280,000 and covers various public engagement exercises across the United Kingdom. The enquiries for this tender can be made until 25th May 2026, and awards will be announced by 19th June 2026. IPSA, located in London, is classified as a public authority within the central government.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services, especially those experienced in public engagement and community involvement. It is suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, prioritising firms with strong technical ability and relevant experience. With the potential for renewal, businesses that can demonstrate effective pricing strategies and deliver high-quality services will benefit from sustained growth opportunities. The open procedure ensures a competitive bidding environment, attracting firms capable of delivering innovative engagement solutions to promote democratic values.

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Notice Title

PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT PARTNER

Notice Description

One of IPSA's strategic objectives is to support trust in democracy. In 2025, IPSA carried out its most ambitious listening exercise at that time, grouped under the theme of What's Democracy Worth? IPSA wants to explore a wider range of public engagement options e.g. from informative to deliberative. This opportunity is seeking a partner for a three-year (1+1+1) contract term, to work with IPSA to carry/deliver various yearly public engagement exercises.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Options to extend for two (2) separate 12-month periods for each engagement period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068fd5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040213-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

73210000 - Research consultancy services

79315000 - Social research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£233,333 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£233,333 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jun 20265 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Jun 2026 - 29 Jun 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
INDEPENDENT PARLIAMENTARY STANDARDS AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WC2N 6AB
Post Town
Central 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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