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title: "Numerical test for Impact Finance graduate scheme"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06da5d"
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buyer: "IMPROVEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT (IDEA)"
published: "2026-08-03"
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# Numerical test for Impact Finance graduate scheme

Buyer: IMPROVEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT (IDEA)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06da5d

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## Summary

The Improvement and Development Agency for Local Government (IDeA), based in London, United Kingdom, has initiated an open tender process for procurement of an "off-the-shelf" numerical test aimed at evaluating candidates for the Impact Finance graduate programme. This procurement activity is categorised under services, specifically linked to assessment centre services for recruitment. The contract has a gross value of £10,000 and falls under below-threshold, open competition procurement method. Key deadlines for interested parties include an enquiry period ending on 10th August 2026, and a tender submission deadline on 12th August 2026. The contract is scheduled to commence on 24th August 2026 and conclude on 24th February 2027.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in assessment services, particularly those experienced in designing tests for graduate recruitment programmes, to secure work within the public sector. Companies known for delivering high-quality assessment tools and having a strong understanding of financial data problem-solving will be well-placed to compete. Additionally, businesses able to demonstrate a commitment to equality and diversity within their service provision will align closely with the contract's award criteria, which focuses largely on quality and experience. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply due to the competition's suitability criteria.

## Notice

The LGA is looking to purchase an off-the-shelf numerical test to assess the ability of candidates applying to join the Impact (Finance) graduate programme to perform calculations, evaluate and interpret numerical information, and solve problems, the test should have an emphasis on financial information and data.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073372-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 24 Aug 2026 - 24 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,000 |
| Lots value | £10,000 |
| 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

- 79635000 - Assessment centre services for recruitment

## Release History

- 3 Aug 2026 at 15:43 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073372-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073372-2026
  3rd August 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://app.panacea-software.com/LGA-Sourcing/eRFX-Suppliers/OpenReq.aspx?requirementId=55610e5f-331a-4084-b736-fdd3ad852bed
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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