--- title: "GB-London: An LGA councillor workbook on digital connectivity" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ca45f4e2-4410-48ab-a039-1e7e7c798f07" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ca45f4e2-4410-48ab-a039-1e7e7c798f07" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ca45f4e2-4410-48ab-a039-1e7e7c798f07.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ca45f4e2-4410-48ab-a039-1e7e7c798f07.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION" published: "2018-12-06" --- # GB-London: An LGA councillor workbook on digital connectivity Buyer: LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ca45f4e2-4410-48ab-a039-1e7e7c798f07 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ca45f4e2-4410-48ab-a039-1e7e7c798f07) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ca45f4e2-4410-48ab-a039-1e7e7c798f07.json) ## Summary The Local Government Association in London is currently conducting a tender for the project titled "An LGA councillor workbook on digital connectivity." This initiative falls under the services industry category, with a maximum budget of £8,000. The tender period is set to close on 17 December 2018, while the contract is expected to commence on 19 December 2018 and conclude on 25 March 2019. The procurement method being utilised is an open procedure, encouraging broad participation from interested suppliers. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in publishing and digital communications or possess expertise in digital infrastructure and services. Businesses capable of delivering a detailed workbook that outlines the benefits of digital connectivity and provides practical guidance for councillors will find this project particularly relevant. Suppliers are encouraged to showcase their understanding of the local government's role in enhancing connectivity and demonstrate cost-effective solutions within the given budget constraints. ## Notice The councillors' digital connectivity workbook will expand on the following areas: The importance of digital connectivity *It will provide a broad introduction to the benefits of digital connectivity from the perspective of residents, business and local government. A basic explainer on digital connectivity terminology and key policy issues. *It will provide: oA broadband explainer detailing elements such as the different types of infrastructure that can provide a connection; oA mobile connectivity explainer detailing elements such as the causes of poor mobile signal; oAn explanation of the role councils play in helping facilitate improved connectivity. Practical advice on how councillors can discharge the roles outlined above *It will provide: oA case study capturing how a community self-funded its own broadband connection. oA case study capturing how a council has worked well with mobile operators to extend mobile connectivity oA case study on how a council has ensured its local policies can help catalyse greater digital connectivity. Useful resources and further reading *Relevant contact details for specific stakeholders such as mobile operators, broadband providers and the LGA (the LGA can help with this) As a minimum, the supplier will be required to: *deliver a final product by 25 March 2019. The maximum amount available for this work is PS8,000. Lower priced bids will be scored more favourably. Suppliers will need to set out what will be achieved for the price with a breakdown of how the budget will be spent 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/b553675a-64db-4da0-88de-3ef5beba06ff | | 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 | 6 Dec 2018 | | Submission deadline | 17 Dec 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 19 Dec 2018 - 25 Mar 2019 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 22 - Printed matter and related products ### Codes - 22120000 - Publications ## Release History - 6 Dec 2018 at 14:19 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b553675a-64db-4da0-88de-3ef5beba06ff ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b553675a-64db-4da0-88de-3ef5beba06ff 6th December 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-London:-An-LGA-councillor-workbook-on-digital-connectivity/89WQA2ACQ3 Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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