--- title: "Digital Inclusion Multiplier effect research for local government" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-064cca" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-064cca" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-064cca.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-064cca.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "IMPROVEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT (IDEA)" published: "2026-02-10" --- # Digital Inclusion Multiplier effect research for local government Buyer: IMPROVEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT (IDEA) Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-064cca [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-064cca) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-064cca.json) ## Summary The Improvement and Development Agency for Local Government (IDeA) is seeking to commission research into the digital inclusion multiplier effect within councils. This procurement, under the public authority sub-central government classification, is focused on compiling an economic assessment to demonstrate the impact of dedicated digital inclusion capacity. The procurement falls under the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy services, with a procurement method that allows for an open competition below the threshold. The process is currently at the tender stage, and interested bidders should note the key dates with the tender period closing on 20th February 2026, and the expected initial contract period running from 2nd March 2026 to 26th April 2026. The tender covers locations within the United Kingdom, and the total contract value is set at GBP 29,999. This tender represents a growth opportunity, particularly for organisations specialising in research and development, consultancy services related to digital inclusion, and those with experience in public sector engagements. Businesses capable of producing economic models backed by qualitative evidence would be well-suited to compete in this procurement. By participating, businesses can contribute to transformative initiatives that bolster councils' capacities to deliver digital services, thus paving the way for enhanced public service reform and community resilience. Those successful in securing this contract can expect to demonstrate higher-level outcomes, improve existing service delivery, and fortify partnerships, thereby amplifying their role and reputation within the public sector ecosystem. ## Notice The LGA is commissioning this work to build a robust evidence base demonstrating the impact of the multiplier effect of dedicated digital inclusion capacity within a council. Against this backdrop, the LGA is commissioning this work to understand and robustly evidence the impact of dedicated digital inclusion roles within councils, and to demonstrate the wider multiplier effect this work enables. This commission will produce a clear explanation and economic assessment of the impact of having dedicated, funded and sustained digital inclusion capacity within a council. The research should define and evidence the digital inclusion multiplier effect: how a fixed officer, team or provision generates wider system benefits that extend beyond the digital inclusion function itself. This includes improvements across wider service areas, stronger partnerships, avoided or reduced costs, and better resident outcomes. The primary output will be an economic model, supported by qualitative evidence, that councils can use directly in business cases, investment proposals, governance discussions and scrutiny. The modelling may: * Identify the mechanisms through which dedicated digital inclusion capacity influences other services and partners. * Map system-level outcomes (e.g., embedded considerations of digital exclusion, avoided service demand, improved access to digital-first services, enhanced partnership performance). * Apply appropriate proxy values to estimate the financial and economic benefits generated by these mechanisms with clear methodology. * Clearly set out all assumptions, data sources and limitations to ensure transparency and reusability. * Consider scenario-based examples illustrating how different levels of capacity lead to different scales of system impact. The final product should offer a practical, defensible way for councils to articulate why sustained digital inclusion capacity is essential local infrastructure, and the system-wide value it creates. By evidencing this effect clearly and credibly, the research will support the LGA's national advocacy for long-term, sustainable investment in local digital inclusion capacity, ensuring that councils are empowered to deliver the strong foundations needed for inclusive growth, resilient communities and effective public service reform. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: Extension is at the buyers discretion only. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011971-2026 | | 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 | 10 Feb 2026 | | Submission deadline | 20 Feb 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 2 Mar 2026 - 26 Apr 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £29,999 | | Lots value | £29,999 | | 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 - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ## Release History - 10 Feb 2026 at 14:41 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011971-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011971-2026 10th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11681 ## Notice URLs - https://app.panacea-software.com/LGA-Sourcing/eRFX-Suppliers/Open.aspx?requirementId=11d3d1bc-1c0b-4b53-bd75-dd67d9a44105 - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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