Tender

Adult Social Care Financial Analysis Bespoke Reviews

IMPROVEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT (IDEA)

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03 Jun 2026 at 15:07

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Improvement and Development Agency for Local Government (IDeA) invites tenders for "Adult Social Care Financial Analysis Bespoke Reviews." This open procurement method falls under the services category relating to social work and related services. The contract, valued at £56,000, with a gross amount of £67,200, aims to provide strategic financial reviews of adult social care within certain local authorities in the UK. The tender period concludes on 24th June 2026, with the contract expected to run from 9th July 2026 to 31st March 2027. However, the contract has the flexibility for a six-month extension. The procuring agency is based in London, and electronic submissions are permitted.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses with expertise in financial analysis and consultancy within the social care sector. Given the focus on strategic financial reviews, entities specializing in local government financial operations, particularly in adult social care, would find this tender aligned with their capabilities. SMEs and VCSEs are suitable for this tender, reflecting IDeA's inclusive procurement approach. With a significant emphasis on quality (90% of the criterion), firms that can demonstrate comprehensive understanding and innovative solutions in financial management for social care are well-positioned to benefit from this opportunity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Adult Social Care Financial Analysis Bespoke Reviews

Notice Description

This project is funded in whole or in part by grant funding provided by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) to the Improvement and Development Agency for Local Government (IDeA). The award of this contract and any payments under it are conditional upon IDeA maintaining in force a Grant Funding Agreement with DHSC covering the relevant Funding Period. In the event that: * the Grant Funding Agreement is not executed, * funding is reduced, withheld, suspended, or terminated, or * IDeA is required by DHSC to vary or terminate delivery of the relevant Funded Activities. IDeA reserves the right to vary, suspend or terminate this contract on written notice without liability beyond payment for services properly delivered up to the date of termination. By submitting the bid, the Supplier acknowledges that this project forms part of the Funded Activities delivered under a Grant Funding Agreement between IDeA and DHSC. The Supplier must familiarise themselves with the special conditions attached to the Purchase Order Terms and Conditions for the delivery of the work. Detailed targeted financial analysis and support to Councils facing greatest financial support. The IDeA as Partners in Care and Health (PCH) are working with the Social Care institute for Excellence and other well-respected organisations to support the delivery of sector led improvement for adult social care. PCH helps councils to improve the way they deliver adult social care and public health services and helps Government understand the challenges faced by the sector. The programme is a trusted network for developing and sharing best practice, developing tools and techniques, providing support, and building connections. It is offered to councils without charge. Since 2017, Partners in Care & Health has been providing financial advice to local authorities on adult social care. This work has been led by the National Care & Health Improvement Adviser for finance; however, since 2021 he has been supported by a small group of finance reviewers undertaking bespoke financial reviews focused on adult social care in the corporate context of the local authority. We are looking to refresh our small pool of reviewers who can undertake these reviews. We are seeking interest from relevant individuals with appropriate skills and experiences who would be available to complete short-term strategic reviews of the financial aspects of adult social care in specific local authorities.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The buyer is entitled at its absolute discretion to extend the contract period on the same terms for a further period or periods of up to six months. Please note extension is not bound by geographical location.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06acc0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052474-2026
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

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£56,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£56,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
24 Jun 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Jul 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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