Scope
Reference
VT COMMISSION
Description
This commission is designed to deliver training to help inform strategic planning authorities and LPAs on how design and placemaking principles can be embedded into growth and place strategies.
Total value (estimated)
- £100,000 excluding VAT
- £120,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 16 February 2026 to 31 March 2027
- 1 year, 1 month, 16 days
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
Proposals may also include optional training topics, based on the supplier's expertise, that enhance or expand on the above areas. Innovative or locally relevant content is encouraged where it adds value to the training aims.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Tender submission deadline
6 February 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 60% |
| Price | Price | 40% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
Improvement and Development Agency for Local Government (IDeA)
- Companies House: 03675577
18 smith square
london
sw1p 3hz
United Kingdom
Contact name: Stephen Barker
Email: Stephen.Barker@local.gov.uk
Region: UKI32 - Westminster
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government