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Support for local authority performance management - panels, action learning sets and case studies

IMPROVEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT (IDEA)

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19 May 2026 at 13:50

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Improvement and Development Agency for Local Government (IDeA) is initiating a procurement process titled "Support for local authority performance management – panels, action learning sets and case studies," which falls under the industry category of research consultancy services. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with a tender period scheduled to end on 2nd June 2026. This open competition is designed for the provision of services in London, UK, and seeks to engage with small groups to develop performance management solutions. The project is funded with a gross amount value of £33,833.33, and the contract is set to commence on 15th June 2026, concluding by 31st March 2027, with potential extensions available for subsequent years.

This tender presents notable opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy services focusing on performance management and learning. It is particularly well-suited for SMEs and VCSEs, offering avenues for business growth through the delivery of action learning sets and case studies. Engaging in this procurement process allows businesses to collaborate closely with local government performance officers, enabling them to share expertise, address challenges, and implement practical solutions. The open procurement method and the emphasis on both price and quality criteria invite a competitive environment for specialists desirous of contributing to governmental performance efficiencies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Support for local authority performance management - panels, action learning sets and case studies

Notice Description

As part of the performance management workstream we are looking to run a series of virtual performance management panels for small groups of officers, as well as action learning sets (or similar) to bring together performance management officers to discuss the challenges they face and share learning. In addition to this, we are looking to produce two case studies from attendees of these sessions.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: An extension may be possible, at the Buyer's sole discretion, for 2027/28 and 2028/29.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069c09
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045800-2026
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£29,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£29,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
2 Jun 20261 day to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Jun 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

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

Notice Documents

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