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Summary of the contracting process

Dumfries and Galloway Council is in the planning stage of a procurement process aimed at developing a Local Child Poverty Action Plan for 2027-2030. The council, located in Dumfries, UK (region UKM92), is seeking an experienced organisation to support the creation of this three-year report. This service falls under the industry category "General public services," with a planned communication release date set for 28 August 2026. With an estimated contract value of £30,000, the focus is on addressing child poverty, making this a vital initiative under the public services sector.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for organisations specialising in social service development, strategic planning, and poverty reduction initiatives. Companies with experience in delivering detailed project plans, outcome frameworks, and community-focused documents will find this opportunity highly suitable. The contract encourages innovation in system change, income maximisation, and cost reduction for families, making it an attractive proposition for businesses focused on driving social change and enhancing public welfare. Organisations capable of forming a comprehensive approach to reducing local child poverty can significantly contribute to Dumfries and Galloway's strategic priorities and community needs.

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Notice Title

Dumfries and Galloway Council Local Child Poverty Action Plan 2027-2030

Notice Description

Dumfries and Galloway Council seek to commission an experienced organisation to support the development of a new three-year Local Child Poverty Action Report (LCPAR) covering the period 2027-2030.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The organisation should; Provide a detailed project plan Provide a clear vision for the three-year period Develop an outcome framework linked to the drivers of poverty Produce a visual plan on a page, an engaging document that can be understood by both professionals and communities Establish priority themes, strategic priorities that reflect local need and evidence A clear explanation of what needs to change, why it matters, what actions will be taken and how change will be measured Action Planning which focusses on system change, prevention, income maximisation, reducing barriers, improving access, increasing family income and reducing household costs. Our Local Child Poverty Action Plan is more than just a statutory requirement, it's vital to drive forward change and progress our aims of reducing child poverty.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000837784
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560425
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

75200000 - Provision of services to the community

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
28 Aug 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DUMFRIES
Postcode
DG1 2HP
Post Town
Dumfries and Galloway
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway
Delivery Location
TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway

Local Authority
Dumfries and Galloway
Electoral Ward
Nith
Westminster Constituency
Dumfries and Galloway

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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