--- title: "GB-London: Microsoft Skills Training Programme for Senior Staff" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-4ce0e911-7a15-4943-a275-43df2e67bb1d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4ce0e911-7a15-4943-a275-43df2e67bb1d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4ce0e911-7a15-4943-a275-43df2e67bb1d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4ce0e911-7a15-4943-a275-43df2e67bb1d.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION" published: "2025-04-28" --- # GB-London: Microsoft Skills Training Programme for Senior Staff Buyer: LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4ce0e911-7a15-4943-a275-43df2e67bb1d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4ce0e911-7a15-4943-a275-43df2e67bb1d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4ce0e911-7a15-4943-a275-43df2e67bb1d.json) ## Summary The Local Government Association (LGA) is currently in the tender stage for an open procedure to procure a Microsoft Skills Training Programme aimed at enhancing digital literacy among senior staff. The contract, classified under "Education and training services" with additional focus on "Training services" and "Specialist training services," is to be carried out in London, UK. The tender was published on 28th April 2025, with submissions due by 19th May 2025. The awarded contract will run from 2nd June to 2nd December 2025, with an estimated value of £25,000. This initiative addresses the need for increased digital capability identified in a recent review and is under the management of Ellie Stewart at the LGA, based in Smith Square, London. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in digital training and technology consulting, particularly those that are small or medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as they are considered suitable candidates for this contract. By providing up to 15 senior leaders at the LGA with enhanced digital skills, businesses can not only expand their client base but also establish a foothold in the public sector training market, paving the way for future collaborations with local government bodies. The preference for suppliers who can align their training with current digital transformation initiatives offers an attractive prospect for firms adept at integrating new digital strategies within existing organisational frameworks. ## Notice NOTE: This notice was updated on 28 April 2025 for the following reason: Inclusion of link to respond through Delta -To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/88MZC99F92(The Local Government Association (LGA) is seeking to engage a qualified and experienced supplier to design and deliver a comprehensive digital skills enhancement programme for up to 15 senior members of staff. This initiative follows the completion of a recent digital review, which identified a need to enhance digital literacy and understanding amongst senior leadership to boost personal productivity, improve role modelling within their teams, and foster a culture that embraces new technology. This programme must align with ongoing and pre-existing reviews and initiatives, ensuring a cohesive approach to digital transformation within the LGA. The programme will be underpinned by principles of knowledge theory, focusing on how individuals acquire, process, and apply information, ultimately aiming to build informed knowledge and intelligence within the senior team regarding digital capabilities.) Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ac5c73d-04b8-4b2f-87ef-66bdba20710f | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 28 Apr 2025 | | Submission deadline | 19 May 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Jun 2025 - 2 Dec 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £25,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION | | Locality | LONDON, ENGLAND | | Post town | South West London | | Postcode | SW1P 3HZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London | | Local authority | Westminster | | Electoral ward | St James's | | Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster | | Delivery location | TLI London | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services - 80500000 - Training services - 80510000 - Specialist training services ## Release History - 28 Apr 2025 at 13:10 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ac5c73d-04b8-4b2f-87ef-66bdba20710f - 28 Apr 2025 at 11:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ac5c73d-04b8-4b2f-87ef-66bdba20710f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ac5c73d-04b8-4b2f-87ef-66bdba20710f 28th April 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=945143163 Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Notice URLs - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/88MZC99F92(The ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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