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

IMPROVEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT (IDEA)

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

08 Jul 2026 at 13:15

Tender

19 May 2026 at 13:51

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process, initiated by the Improvement and Development Agency for Local Government (IDeA), is titled "Support for local authority performance management – panels, action learning sets and case studies." This tender is aligned with the public undertaking category and the industry classification of research consultancy services (CPV code: 73210000). The procurement process was conducted through an open competition below the threshold, with key activities taking place in London, UK. The process has reached the award stage, with the contract awarded to Avie Consultancy Limited on 8 July 2026. The contract is set to commence on 9 July 2026 and conclude on 31 March 2027, with a potential extension up to 2029. The tender focused on improving local authority performance management through virtual panels, action learning sets, and the production of case studies.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy services, particularly those with experience in performance management and facilitation of collaborative learning. The tender was competitive, attracting seven bids, all of which were from small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The awarded contract, valued at £34,020 gross, indicates a robust opportunity for consultancy firms to engage in meaningful work with local authorities under the IDeA’s remit. Businesses that excel in providing high-quality solutions and effective learning interventions stand to benefit, especially those that can demonstrate expertise in virtual facilitation and engaging with public sector clients. The open procurement method encourages participation from diverse businesses, especially SMEs, ensuring a competitive environment conducive to business expansion.

How relevant is this notice?

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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069c0a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064263-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£28,350 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
2 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
9 Jul 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AVIE CONSULTANCY

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