---
title: "Futures-led workshop facilitation on the drivers shaping local government"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060946"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "IMPROVEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT (IDEA)"
published: "2026-01-19"
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# Futures-led workshop facilitation on the drivers shaping local government

Buyer: IMPROVEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT (IDEA)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060946

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## Summary

The Improvement and Development Agency for Local Government (IDeA) is seeking an experienced partner for a project titled "Futures-led workshop facilitation on the drivers shaping local government". This tender falls under the service category in event services and seminar organisation services, focusing on expertise in futures methodology to support local government initiatives. With a budget of £50,000 GBP, the tender is currently active with a procurement method classified as "Below threshold - open competition". The key dates to note include the submission deadline on 13 February 2026 and the enquiry period ending on 6 February 2026. The workshops are part of the 'LG2040: The State of Things to Come' initiative and will take place in the UK, facilitated by the Local Government Association.

This procurement offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in futures methodology, event management, and workshop facilitation to engage in a significant government project. Companies with a strong background in implementing effective methodologies, skilled personnel, and demonstrated experience are well-positioned to compete. The project's focus on shaping local government strategies for the future signifies a strategic opportunity for businesses to be at the forefront of government reform initiatives, enhancing their portfolio and reputation in public sector innovation. The contract period from 23 February 2026 to 30 July 2026, with potential renewal, further allows businesses to establish lasting relationships and generate growth potential through extended collaboration.

## Notice

The Local Government Association seeks an experienced partner to support delivery of Phase One of 'LG2040: The State of Things to Come', a futures and reform initiative. This phase will apply futures methodology to design and facilitate domain-specific workshops exploring the forces shaping local government to 2040.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: At the buyers discretion only if further work is to be completed.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004551-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 23 Feb 2026 - 30 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | £50,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | IMPROVEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT (IDEA) |
| 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

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

### Codes

- 79951000 - Seminar organisation services
- 79952000 - Event services

## Release History

- 19 Jan 2026 at 18:00 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004551-2026
- 19 Jan 2026 at 17:38 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004540-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004551-2026
  19th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004540-2026
  19th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-10529

## Notice URLs

- https://app.panacea-software.com/LGA-Sourcing/eRFX-Suppliers/Open.aspx?requirementId=1a22abb5-655c-4ac5-b33d-03dd7cd28962
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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