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title: "GB-London: Understanding the drivers of high-cost placements for children in care"
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# GB-London: Understanding the drivers of high-cost placements for children in care

Buyer: LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b2df7bf4-a14e-416d-9da1-a1c7763a9d68

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## Summary

The Local Government Association is inviting tenders for the project titled "GB-London: Understanding the drivers of high-cost placements for children in care." This tender, classified under research and development services and related consultancy services (CPV 73000000), aims to collaborate with various councils to analyse the cost drivers and quality issues associated with high-cost placements for children in care. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with an open procedure method. The procurement is based in London, with a tender period ending on 16 October 2024, and the contract period running from 28 October 2024 to 28 February 2025.

This procurement presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), particularly those specialising in research services, to contribute to improving children's care quality while ensuring efficient use of public funds. Engaging in this tender can provide businesses with the potential to establish or enhance their relationships with local councils and government bodies, fostering further growth and opportunities in public sector projects. Interested businesses must adhere to the selection criteria set out in the tender documentation.

## Notice

We are seeking a provider to work with a range of councils to understand the drivers of cost for high-cost placements. This work should also consider issues around quality, with the findings to be used by the LGA and government to identify solutions to ensure the best use of public funds to improve the lives of children in care. 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/38fc035c-2e03-46aa-8040-d82107b12145 |
| 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 | 23 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 28 Oct 2024 - 28 Feb 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 |
| 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

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 23 Sep 2024 at 09:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/38fc035c-2e03-46aa-8040-d82107b12145

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/38fc035c-2e03-46aa-8040-d82107b12145
  23rd September 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-London:-Understanding-the-drivers-of-high-cost-placements-for-children-in-care/R97PZD97N6
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