Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bc9-c1f0-70d5-9c15-a3c59d931378/production-of-a-toolkit-for-the-local-government-disability-champions-network closed GB open procedure # Production of a toolkit for the Local Government Disability Champions Network [Improvement and Development Agency for Local Government (IDeA)](https://tendernation.io/buyers/improvement-and-development-agency-for-local-government-idea) Estimated value £5,500 Published 18 Dec 2025 Deadline Closed 12 Jan 2026 ## Who can bid - Below-threshold contract Buyers cannot shortlist bidders on suitability before tenders are in, so everyone gets to submit a bid (except some larger works contracts). [Procurement Act 2023, section 85](https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/section/85) - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. ## About this tender The objective of this procurement is to appoint a provider to co-produce three key documents for the Local Government Disability Champions Network (LGDCN) toolkit. This work will build on the existing accessible meetings guide and preliminary discussions held by the network, ensuring that the final outputs are robust, evidence-based, and informed by lived experience. The commissioned provider will work collaboratively with the LGA and voluntary steering groups to deliver high-quality guidance that supports disabled councillors and those who work with them. This will contribute to the following Key Performance Indicator (KPI) under the LGA’s Sector Support Programme 2025/26: - KPI: Work with the Disability Champions Network to co-produce a plan for a toolkit by end of September 2025, with documents completed by end of March 2026. Required Deliverables: The successful provider will be expected to deliver the following outputs: Guide to Support for Newly Elected Disabled Councillors: - Co-produce practical guidance for councils and councillors on supporting disabled members from election onwards. Reasonable Adjustment Policy for Councils: - Provide guidance on creating a reasonable adjustments policy and/or develop a model policy that councils can adopt or adapt to meet their legal obligations and promote inclusion. Guide to Access to Work for Councillors: - Produce clear, accessible guidance on how councillors can access the government support scheme Access to Work, including eligibility criteria. 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