Direct Payments are funding provided to people by local authorities to support them with arranging and paying for their social care needs. An assessment of the person's social care needs is made to decide if they are eligible and what funding is required. The funding is paid directly to the Individual, their nominated representative, their authorised representative, or a third-party holding account, so that they can organise and manage their own support provision.
Pfh is looking to engage with the market to obtain market insight on some proposed aspects of the upcoming Professional Services and Recruitment framework. Potential lots under Professional Services that we are considering - IT Services, Financial Services, Auditing, Legal, Occupational Health, HR - but not limited to. Please reach out to [email protected] for market insight to be considered. Please note that this is simply an information gathering exercise on some proposed aspects of our forthcoming framework tender which may be subject to change. Please include in the email Header “Preliminary Market Engagement – Professional Services and Recruitment” with a brief description of your organisation and the type of services you offer. We may reach out to arrange a call to discuss any feedback in greater detail.
Renewal of National Framework for the Supply of Endourology Consumables covering the following products to NHS Scotland either via the NDS or direct to Health boards. Please note that the following Lot configuration is for information purposes only and is subject to change.
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as Public Services Delivery Scotland) (PSD Scotland)
whg are looking to engage with Suppliers in relation to an upcoming procurement for Welding and Fabrication (Blacksmith) Services. This is intended to appoint one Supplier to the Contract and the Contract will relate to circa GBP62,500.00 per annum (excluding VAT). Contract start dates are indicative at this time, and will be updated at the time of Tender Notice publication. The Boards of whg and Aspire Housing officially announced their decision to approve merger plans on July 31, 2026, creating a combined housing association managing over 32,000 homes across the Midlands. Any contract awarded by whg following a procurement process may afford the opportunity for all current operating entities and any future operating entities of whg (including Aspire) to utilise the contract covering the groups geographical areas of service delivery.
Walsall Housing Group (whg) are looking to engage with Suppliers in relation to an upcoming procurement for a Clean and Foul Water Repairs Contract. This is intended to appoint one Supplier to the Contract and the Contract will relate to circa GBP647,500.00 per annum (excluding VAT). Contract start dates are indicative at this time, and will be updated at the time of Tender Notice publication. The Boards of whg and Aspire Housing officially announced their decision to approve merger plans on July 31 2026, creating a combined housing association managing over 32,000 homes across the Midlands. Any contract awarded by whg following a procurement process may afford the opportunity for all current operating entities and any future operating entities of whg (including Aspire) to utilise the contract covering the groups geographical areas of service delivery.
The Council is seeking to engage with providers that can deliver high-quality supported accommodation for people experiencing homelessness, rough sleeping, and multiple disadvantages. Our aim is to ensure that individuals with complex needs have: • Access to person-centred supported accommodation that enables them to develop the skills and stability needed to access and sustain future tenancies. • Clear and effective pathways into settled, unsupported accommodation. • Access to partner agencies and specialist services that support recovery, independence, wellbeing, and progression, while reducing the risk of future homelessness. The information that you may provide is for information purposes only and will be used to understand the market and inform the development of any future procurement. Please see attached details in the Market Engagement Opportunity Document. We would appreciate suppliers taking the time to read the document and complete and provide The Market Engagement Response Document. Only information provided in this document will be reviewed. Please send completed responses via The Chest messaging system by the closing date of 14:00 on 6 October 2026.
UK4 - Tender Notice Opportunity for License to Occupy and Business Opportunity for Wraparound Care Provision at St Marys Catholic School. This procurement is being conducted through a Limited Competition procedure. Participation is restricted to suppliers who submitted a valid Expression of Interest in response to the associated UK2 Preliminary Market Engagement Notice. Only those suppliers who expressed an interest within the specified timescales have been invited to tender. Background/Context St Mary’s Catholic Primary School is a thriving Catholic primary school committed to: The mission and values of the Catholic Church The well-being, safety and holistic development of every child The principles and purposes of the Curriculum for Wales The Governing Body invites submissions from Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) registered providers, or providers willing to apply for CIW registration, to establish and operate a wraparound childcare provision on the school site. The provision will be independently run and managed but must operate in close partnership with the school and its governing body. PURPOSE OF THE PROVISION The successful provider will establish a high‑quality childcare service that: • Supports families through flexible, affordable wraparound care• Promotes children’s wellbeing, play, learning and development• Reflects and respects the Catholic ethos of the school• Aligns with the four purposes of the Curriculum for Wales• Operates with the highest standards of safeguarding, transparency and governance SCOPE OF THE PROVISION The provider will be expected to deliver wraparound care for a minimum of 49 weeks per year. The proposed operating model and opening arrangements should be detailed within the submission and agreed with the school. Breakfast Club (7:30am - 8:45am)• Operates on school days from 07:30–08:45 (after which children are escorted to their classes) • Provides healthy, nutritious food Offers a calm, nurturing start to the day • Ensures safe handover arrangements to school staff Includes clear policies for booking, fees, supervision and safeguarding • Maintains safe and appropriate staffing ratios • Uses indoor and outdoor spaces safely and appropriately (risk assessed) • Ensures clear drop off/ collection/handover arrangements and communication with parents in line with strict safeguarding procedures Nursery-End Provision (11:30am)• Supports children at the end of the school-based nursery sessions • Provides age appropriate care, play and supervision • Ensures smooth transitions for pupils remaining on site Includes clear policies for booking, fees, supervision and safeguarding • Maintains safe and appropriate staffing ratios • Uses indoor and outdoor spaces safely (risk assessed) Ensures clear collection arrangements and communication with parents After School Club (3:15pm – 6pm)• Operates from the end of the school day until early evening • Ensures safe collection of children and escorting to the club • Provides a play based, child centred offer Includes opportunities aligned with the Curriculum for Wales (wellbeing, creativity, social development) • Includes clear policies for booking, fees, supervision and safeguarding • Maintains safe and appropriate staffing ratios • Uses indoor and outdoor spaces safely (risk assessed) Ensures clear collection arrangements and communication with parents Holiday Club (07:30am - 6pm) • Operates during school holidays excluding Bank Holidays, Christmas, and the final week of the summer holidays • Offers a varied, stimulating programme of activities • Provides a play based, child centred offer Includes clear policies for booking, fees, supervision and safeguarding • Maintains safe and appropriate staffing ratios • Uses indoor and outdoor spaces safely (risk assessed)• Ensures clear collection arrangements and communication with parents. Providers must also demonstrate a willingness to follow the procurement process to deliver Non-Maintained Early Entitlement and Flying S…
Procurement for Housing wish to establish a DPS for the delivery of compliance services projects and provision of associated works for PfH Members throughout England, Wales and Northern Ireland. It is intended that the DPS will run for an initial period of five years with the option to extend for a further period of up to five years. The opportunity has been divided into seventeen categories. Organisations can apply to become qualified suppliers in one or more categories. At the Invitation to Tender stage PfH Members will define the requirements including requirements and specification, delivery model, pricing model and form of contract.
GMCA, acting as a central purchasing body on behalf of GMCA Group organisations and participating Greater Manchester public sector authorities, intends to establish a multi-supplier legal services framework for the provision of specialist legal advice and support in relation to regeneration, infrastructure, place-making, housing, transport, economic development and associated major projects. The framework is expected to provide access to a range of legal disciplines including, but not limited to, commercial, property, planning, construction, development, procurement, subsidy control, governance, compulsory purchase, highways and related dispute resolution matters. The framework is intended to support both high-value strategic regeneration programmes and associated legal workstreams across participating authorities. The Contracting Authority is a national leader for the devolution agenda and key to this is delivery of the GM growth ambition in an effective and efficient manner. It is therefore looking for partner firms who identify with leading national ambition and want to be part of this innovative commission. The Contracting Authority anticipates appointing multiple legal service providers to work together with the collective ambition of delivering growth in Greater Manchester and expects the framework to promote collaboration, knowledge sharing, innovation, social value and strengthen public sector in-house legal teams across Greater Manchester.
Sanctuary Group is undertaking Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) with prospective suppliers and other interested organisations operating within the technology services market. This is a broad, multi-service opportunity across an enterprise technology estate currently estimated at approximately 265-300 applications, spanning SAP, Salesforce, Microsoft platforms and other enterprise technologies and supporting both operational and transformational technology services. Sanctuary Group's Technology Directorate has undergone significant change across its operating model and technology estate. Sanctuary Group is therefore assessing sourcing arrangements for technology services that support the delivery, development, transformation and ongoing operation of the estate in 2027. This engagement gives participating organisations an opportunity to contribute market insight and inform potential service groupings, sourcing approaches and procurement considerations before final decisions are made. The purpose of this engagement is to: • Provide an overview of Sanctuary Group, its technology landscape and strategic objectives. • Obtain market feedback on potential service groupings and sourcing approaches. • Understand supplier capability, capacity and appetite. • Explore potential procurement structures, routes to market and commercial models. • Understand mobilisation, transition and service-delivery considerations. • Inform the development of Sanctuary Group's technology procurement strategy. Organisations interested in participating should register with Group Procurement from publication. The supplier questionnaire is intended to be issued with, or shortly after, the notice. A supplier webinar is proposed for early-mid October 2026, with questionnaire responses proposed to close in October 2026. The indicative timetable is set out below. Procurement Objectives Sanctuary Group is considering requirements across a range of technology service areas, including: • Application Managed Services (AMS) • Application Development, Product Management, Project Delivery and Programme Delivery Services • Technology Consultancy & Advisory Services • Data Services (Data Engineering, Data Governance, Data Quality Management, Master Data Management, Data Architecture, Data Modelling, Reporting & Analytics, Data Platforms and Storage Management) • Data Integration & Ingestion Services • Cloud Services & Platform Support • Licensing & Software Asset Management • AI, Innovation & Emerging Technologies These services may apply across a range of technology platforms and business capabilities, including SAP, Salesforce, Microsoft platforms and other enterprise applications. The service areas above are indicative and are intended to support market engagement and feedback. The final service structure, grouping, boundaries, scope, sourcing model and procurement approach have not been determined and will be informed by market feedback, commercial assessment, legal advice and governance decisions. Sanctuary Group is interested in approaches that: • Encourage innovation, continuous improvement and thought leadership. • Support effective competition and system integrations. • Enable participation by SMEs, specialist providers and larger organisations where appropriate. • Provide flexibility and scalability to meet changing requirements. • Support efficient procurement and call-off arrangements. • Deliver demonstrable value for money. • Support both business-as-usual and strategic transformational requirements. • Enable access to specialist skills and capabilities when required. Areas where Market Feedback is Sought Sanctuary Group welcomes feedback on: • Service groupings and lotting structures. • Supplier appetite for individual service areas and combinations of services. • Supplier capability and partnerships across individual and multiple service groupings. • The benefits and risks of platform-specific versus platform-agnostic service models. • Suitable procurement…
Inverclyde Council requires the Provider to provide a Mental Health Recovery Support Service which provides personalised and collective support to adults with mental health and /or drug and alcohol related issue. In delivering the Service, the Provider shall have regard to and support, where relevant and proportionate to the Services, the principles, objectives and outcomes of the New Scots Refugee Integration Strategy and any successor national refugee integration strategy or associated delivery framework applicable during the term of the Contract.
This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Prior Information Notice. The contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Procurement Act do not apply to this procurement process. Hull City Council is looking to award a contract under the competitive process, for the provision of Adoption and Fostering Medical Advisory Service. The contract is anticipated to commence 1st January 2027 ending by 31st December 2030. The Authority has estimated the value of the services to be £180,000. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as a prior information notice under the Provider Selection Regime.
United Utilities require the standardisation of the final effluent monitoring stations as part of UU's Project Blueprint programme. Project Blueprint is UU's strategic standardisation programme, focused on creating and deploying standardised assets, systems and solutions across the business. By adopting an industrialised approach to the design, procurement and delivery of assets, Blueprint aims to reduce engineering and commercial effort, improve delivery efficiency, lower whole-life costs and carbon emissions, and enhance operational consistency. All wastewater treatment works require final effluent monitoring. As part of AMP8 we have a large number of sites picking up numeric and phosphorous consents for the first time. Due to these 'first time' and additional consent projects are also coupled with a need to replace/update existing sites monitoring equipment sample systems are required for wastewater. Scope; To provide packaged final effluent monitoring stations using UU Framework Instruments. Instruments/displays are required to be mounted within a GRP kiosk on a suitable backboard arrangement. Variants include but are not limited to; To cover 'standard' sanitary determinants using turbidity (BOD, COD, Suspended Solids) To cover Ammonia & pH To cover p-removal - phosphorous (P and Fe), with space to add pH as an option
Future Repairs and Maintenance Services for Manchester City Council's operational estate (including Our Town Hall). Manchester City Council is undertaking preparatory work for the future procurement of repairs and maintenance services to support the ongoing operation of its estate and of the refurbished Manchester Town Hall. As the Town Hall returns to full operational use following the completion of refurbishment works, the Council intends to establish a short-term service arrangement to provide essential repairs and maintenance support during the initial occupancy period and whilst longer-term service requirements are reviewed and developed. In parallel, the Council is developing its future asset management, maintenance and building support requirements with a view to undertaking a comprehensive procurement exercise for a longer-term contract. The future procurement is expected to encompass planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, minor capital works and associated technical building maintenance services required to support the safe, efficient and effective operation of Manchester Town Hall as a major civic and heritage asset. This pipeline notice is being published to provide advance visibility of the Council's future procurement intentions and to support supplier awareness of a potential forthcoming opportunity. The scope, procurement strategy, contract structure, estimated value and anticipated timetable remain under development and may be subject to change. Publication of this notice does not constitute a call for competition, invitation to tender or commitment by the Council to commence a procurement process or award a contract. Further information will be published in due course should the Council decide to proceed with a formal procurement exercise. The future procurement is expected to include maintenance activities that reflect the operational, heritage and conservation requirements associated with one of the UK's most significant historic civic buildings. Estimated contract dates are subject to change at the Council's discretion but it is currently anticipated that the contract length will be 8 years (4+2+2).
Future Housekeeping Services for Manchester Town Hall Manchester City Council is undertaking preparatory work for the future procurement of housekeeping services to support the operation of the refurbished Manchester Town Hall. As the Town Hall reopens and transitions back into operational use following refurbishment works, the Council intends to put in place a shorter-term housekeeping arrangement to ensure continuity of service and support initial building occupation requirements. In parallel, the Council is developing its longer-term service requirements and procurement strategy for a comprehensive housekeeping services contract. The future procurement is expected to consider the full range of housekeeping and associated cleaning support requirements necessary to maintain the Town Hall as a flagship civic building, delivering high standards of cleanliness, presentation, visitor experience and operational support. This pipeline notice is being published to provide advance market visibility of the Council's future intentions and to support supplier awareness and engagement. The scope, procurement route, estimated value and anticipated timetable for the substantive procurement remain under development and may be subject to change. Interested suppliers should note that publication of this notice does not constitute a call for competition, invitation to tender or commitment by the Council to commence a procurement process. Further information will be published in due course should the Council decide to proceed with a formal procurement exercise The future procurement is expected to include cleaning and housekeeping activities that reflect the operational, heritage and conservation requirements associated with one of the UK's most significant historic civic buildings. Estimated contract dates are subject to change at the Council's discretion but it is currently anticipated that the contract length will be 8 years (4+2+2).
Virano Frameworks Ltd is seeking to establish a single supplier framework agreement for the provision of managed catering services, primarily for education settings and other eligible contracting authorities. The framework is intended to support schools, academies, multi-academy trusts, colleges, universities and other educational bodies with the delivery of compliant, high-quality and value-for-money managed catering services. The framework will cover managed school catering and school meal services, including primary meal provision, secondary retail catering provision and mixed primary/secondary estate arrangements. Services may include menu development, food and ingredient supply, mobilisation, operational management support, compliance support, training, reporting, performance monitoring, contract management and continuous improvement under a managed service model. The framework will be awarded to one supplier only. Future call-off contracts may be awarded to the appointed supplier in accordance with the framework agreement and call-off methodology set out in the procurement documents. Appointment to the framework does not guarantee any minimum level of work, value, volume or exclusivity. Call-off contracts must remain within the scope of the framework, specification, pricing methodology and framework terms. The call-off process will be used to confirm customer-specific requirements, apply the approved pricing methodology, agree mobilisation and service-specific details and complete the relevant call-off contract. It must not be used to reopen competition or renegotiate framework terms. The framework is expected to commence on 2 November 2026 and will operate for four years. The procurement is being conducted under the Procurement Act 2023 using the open procedure and is considered suitable for the Light Touch Regime as its principal subject matter is the provision of managed school catering and school meal services.
Warwickshire County Council currently commissions external graphic design services through an existing framework arrangement that is due to expire at the end of 2026. As the Council's communications needs have evolved, there is now a requirement for a broader range of creative and content services, including graphic design, video and film production, photography, copywriting, campaign development, and animation. The Council is therefore exploring the establishment of a new Creative and Content Services Framework to support these requirements. Prior to commencing any procurement activity, the Council is undertaking preliminary market engagement to seek feedback from organisations with expertise in these service areas, particularly in relation to the proposed framework structure and lotting arrangements. Feedback and responses received will assist the Council in refining its approach, understanding market capability and capacity, and identifying any potential barriers to participation. This exercise is being conducted solely to gather market intelligence and does not form part of any formal procurement process. Participation in this engagement will not confer any advantage in any future procurement opportunity.
The Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) wishes to procure data on the registrations of heavy goods vehicles across a range of primarily European countries, to support with policy development work. This data should include the powertrain of vehicles, their weight class, and body type. The data should be historic for at least several years.
Our initial proposed specification includes: Emergency Driver Provision: Ability to supply up to 10 qualified Class 1 drivers on a 24/7, 365-day basis. Drivers may be required to operate anywhere across Yorkshire as requirements may be as the Solo Driver from our depot in south Leeds or as a relay driver taking over operations at a location in Yorkshire such as Cities, Towns, Villages or other rural settings. Driver Competence and Compliance: Drivers must hold a Category C+E (Class 1) licence with no more than 6 penalty points, Driver CPC, EUSR Water Hygiene Card, NRSWA qualifications for basic traffic management, Moffett licence, relevant experience operating the required vehicle types, no goods vehicle-related convictions or endorsements, and appropriate PPE. Operational Resilience: Agencies must be able to manage driver hours and provide replacement drivers as required to maintain continuous tanker operations during prolonged incidents, ensuring uninterrupted service availability 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Areas for Market Engagement Discussion - Service Delivery Model Ability to meet the proposed Specification under either a Full Red Alert or Phased Red Alert options. Examples being Full mobilisation of up to 10 drivers within 12 hours of activation, Phased mobilisation of 3 drivers within 6 hours, a further 3 within 9 hours, and up to 4 additional drivers within 12 hours An alternative phased driver response structure that results in no less than 10 drivers within 12 hours of activation. Preferred delivery approach and any alternative mobilisation models the market would recommend. Geographic coverage and ability to support incidents anywhere across Yorkshire. - Driver Availability and Resilience Capacity to provide up to 10 qualified drivers at short notice. Approach to managing driver hours, fatigue and shift rotations during extended incidents. Availability of contingency and replacement drivers. - Driver Competence and Training Current availability of drivers holding the required qualifications and licences. Timescales and costs associated with obtaining any missing qualifications. Approach to Yorkshire Water specific training requirements, including CALM Network Training and Tanker Filling & Water Quality Sampling training. - Commercial Model Preferred pricing mechanisms, including standby, mobilisation and deployment charges. Impact of maintaining a dedicated emergency response capability on pricing. Any market considerations regarding contract length. - Operational Requirements Management of PPE, vehicle checks through YW system, compliance and safety requirements. Experience supporting utilities, emergency response or similar critical services. Requirements for depot access, inductions and onboarding. - Contract and Risk Appropriate performance measures and service credits. Insurance requirements and liability considerations. Key risks suppliers foresee in delivering the service and proposed mitigations. A 24/7 duty management function capable of receiving activations and managing escalations throughout an incident. Assurance of guaranteed service during periods of high national demand - Innovation and Market Feedback Suggestions to improve the specification or mobilisation requirements. Opportunities for technology-enabled workforce management, tracking and reporting. Any barriers to participation that Yorkshire Water should consider before commencing procurement. These topics should help determine whether the proposed SLAs are achievable, whether the market has sufficient qualified resources, and what commercial structure will provide the most resilient emergency response service.
Northumbrian Water are looking to appoint Specialist Advisory Services to support the development, procurement and mobilisation of major strategic infrastructure programmes, specifically related to the Direct Procurement for Customers (DPC) / Specified Infrastructure Project Regulations (SIPR) pathways, including the North Suffolk Reservoir Project. The framework will provide access to specialist financial/commercial and legal advisors who will support the delivery of strategic infrastructure programmes through the provision of advisory services covering procurement strategy, commercial structuring, financial modelling and assurance, legal strategy, procurement law support, contract drafting, regulatory compliance and mobilisation support.