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Visioning Training: Commission to develop and deliver training in using place and design principles

Improvement and Development Agency for Local Government (IDeA)

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: Improvement and Development Agency for Local Government (IDeA)

Buyer Address: 18 smith square, london, UKI32, sw1p 3hz, United Kingdom

Contact Name: Stephen Barker

Contact Email: Stephen.Barker@local.gov.uk

Status
active
Procedure
open
Value
100000.0 GBP
Gross: 120000.0 GBP
Published
13 Jan 2026, 09:36
Deadline
06 Feb 2026, 12:00
Contract Start
n/a
Contract End
n/a
Category
services
CPV
73200000 - Research and development consultancy services
Region
n/a
Awarded To
n/a
Official Source
Open Find a Tender

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.

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Opportunity Context

More Information Links

External Link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002494-2026

Link Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender

Lots

Lot 1 Status: active

Lot 1 Has Options: Yes

Lot 1 Options: 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.

Lot 1 Value: GBP 100,000.00

Lot 1 Value (Gross): GBP 120,000.00

Lot 1 Contract Start: 2026-02-16T00:00:00Z

Lot 1 Contract End: 2027-03-30T23:59:59Z

Lot 1 SME Suitable: Yes

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Quality (60%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (price): Price (40%)

Documents

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