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Numerical test for Impact Finance graduate scheme

IMPROVEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT (IDEA)

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03 Aug 2026 at 15:43

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Improvement and Development Agency for Local Government (IDeA), based in London, United Kingdom, has initiated an open tender process for procurement of an "off-the-shelf" numerical test aimed at evaluating candidates for the Impact Finance graduate programme. This procurement activity is categorised under services, specifically linked to assessment centre services for recruitment. The contract has a gross value of £10,000 and falls under below-threshold, open competition procurement method. Key deadlines for interested parties include an enquiry period ending on 10th August 2026, and a tender submission deadline on 12th August 2026. The contract is scheduled to commence on 24th August 2026 and conclude on 24th February 2027.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in assessment services, particularly those experienced in designing tests for graduate recruitment programmes, to secure work within the public sector. Companies known for delivering high-quality assessment tools and having a strong understanding of financial data problem-solving will be well-placed to compete. Additionally, businesses able to demonstrate a commitment to equality and diversity within their service provision will align closely with the contract's award criteria, which focuses largely on quality and experience. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply due to the competition's suitability criteria.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Numerical test for Impact Finance graduate scheme

Notice Description

The LGA is looking to purchase an off-the-shelf numerical test to assess the ability of candidates applying to join the Impact (Finance) graduate programme to perform calculations, evaluate and interpret numerical information, and solve problems, the test should have an emphasis on financial information and data.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06da5d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073372-2026
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

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

CPV Codes

79635000 - Assessment centre services for recruitment

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
3 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
12 Aug 20266 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 Aug 2026 - 24 Feb 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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