PSD Scotland is inviting the submission of proposals to undertake this training from a Provider who; - Is a VIG-UK accredited trainer, supervisor and accreditor - Has expertise in Infant Mental Health (the principal area in which our workforce will be working) to develop and adapt the training and subsequent implementation to suit our practitioners’ learning & practice needs. The successful provider will be required to deliver; A. 2-DAY ACCREDITED TRAINING IN VIDEO INTERACTION GUIDANCE B. EXISTING PRACTITIONER ACCREDITATION SUPPORT C. ADVANCED PRACTITIONER – SUPERVISOR ACCREDITATION SUPPORT D. NEW PRACTITIONER – SUPERVISION AND ACCREDITATION
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as Public Services Delivery Scotland) (PSD Scotland)
Domestic Abuse Locality Service (DALS), the requirement includes wraparound support for those in Leicester City Council’s domestic abuse safe accommodation to reduce the chance of revictimization and improve sustainable wellbeing. This includes resettlement, support to safely manage, advocacy, delivery of domestic abuse training, community engagement and specialist support for those in Sanctuary accommodation. Partnership work is also central, particularly with housing and adult social care. The direct award is proposed due to Local Government Reorganisation uncertainty, and the wider service system position involving the Police Commissioning and neighbouring local authorities.
The requirement is for continued domestic abuse accommodation-related support services, specifically women’s refuge accommodation for Leicester. The service will be delivered in two lots: General Refuge and BME Refuge. For General Refuge, the requirement includes an optimal of 25 units, support for women and children impacted by domestic abuse, children’s support, counselling, an increase of 2 additional units, alignment of support across Council-held safe accommodation contracts, delivery of domestic abuse training and a reduced training commitment of 2 days. The financial change is approximately £77,000 per annum. For BME Refuge, the requirement includes an optimal of 18 units for women from Black and other minoritised ethnicity communities, community outreach, immigration support, children’s support, an increase of 3 additional units, alignment of support across Council-held safe accommodation contracts, delivery of domestic abuse training and a reduced training commitment of 2 days. The financial change is approximately £90,000 per annum. A direct award is proposed due to Local Government Reorganisation uncertainty, and the wider service position involving local authorities and the Police commissioner.
The All Age Brokerage and Support Service will be an integrated, jointly funded provision commissioned by the Royal Borough of Kingston’s Adult Social Care (RBK) and Achieving for Children’s Children And Young People Service (AfC).
Greater London government (the GLA Group) is accelerating AI adoption through a common approach to governance, capability and usage. AI tools are already in use across the GLA group. We are looking to standardise our approach, guidance and governance. Our goal is to create the conditions for a well-governed and responsible adoption at scale The GLA Group is exploring the market for an external partner to work with us to shape our AI Adoption Programme cohesively ahead of delivery, in areas where external expertise would add great value to align our policies and co-design training, to responsibly support AI pilots and scale successful pilots across departments and organisations. The requirement is expected to include: Develop and embed London AI principles in organisational policy: Develop London-specific AI principles common for the entire GLA Group based on the UK Government's AI Playbook. Embed these principles in each organisation's policies, (incl. those which are not AI-specific and in procurement standards) and operationalise these principles in our culture and practice to ensure responsible and innovative AI use. Envision and validate a 'to-be' position on AI best practice ensuring we lead by example on the recommendations in the London AI and Jobs Taskforce report (incl. using our role as an employer and procurer to shape AI adoption and workforce transition in London). Design and deliver a practical tiered training offer: For all staff, on what AI can do well, risks and responsibilities, everyday productivity uses and improving prompting. For specific teams targeted for having tasks apt for simplification from AI, tailored training on role-specific use cases, practical exercises, measuring benefits and feeding back potential projects and pilots. For leadership, organisational changes, strategic opportunities, governance and risk management. Support us in co-designing an operating model for the future of AI Adoption: Co-design an evaluation framework to confirm which opportunities to pilot and which successful use cases to scale within and across organisations
THIS IS NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION - Public Health is exploring opportunities to commission preventative mental health and wellbeing support for young people who may be more susceptible to developing poor mental health due to a range of factors such as the experience or risk of involvement in the criminal justice system or having lived experience, experiencing higher levels of vulnerability and poorer mental health outcomes. The opportunity would be lotted, Lot 1 would explore the commissioning of a preventative mental health and wellbeing programme for young people aged 12-25 who are at risk of or involved with justice services. The delivery model is currently being developed through stakeholder engagement and participation with young people. Early scoping suggests that an effective approach to programme delivery would be through a flexible programme which comprises of group activities, workshops, and practical support. Lot 2 would explore the promotion of social inclusion and improve the emotional wellbeing of care-experienced young people aged 18-25 by reducing social isolation and loneliness and strengthening confidence, emotional resilience, independence, and positive relationships. Care-experienced young people can experience disadvantages in education, employment, physical and mental health, and access to supportive social networks. The commissioned service will provide practical, strengths-based support to help participants develop the skills, resilience and social connections needed for a healthy and fulfilling transition to adulthood. The programme will be designed and delivered in collaboration with care-experienced young people, ensuring that activities reflect their priorities, experiences, and aspirations. It will combine practical life skills, life-journey work, and emotional wellbeing support, informed by the Five Ways to Wellbeing framework. With this soft market test we aim to understand the markets capabilities and range of services offered in relation to both groups.
Leicestershire County Council (the Council) is inviting suitably qualified and experienced organisations to submit tenders to provide the following service: • preliminary assessments, emergency repairs, planned repairs, improvements, re-tensioning and minor installations in connection with vehicle restraint systems (VRS) The Council will enter into a single supplier contract with the successful Bidder, as follows: • NEC4 Term Service Short Contract June 2017 (amended January 23) • Contract data is described in Document 2 - Contract Data Forms
This procurement is required to secure the supply of High Voltage (HV) cables to support London Underground's ongoing asset maintenance and renewal programme. The contract will provide a reliable source of 11kV 3-core 185sqmm XLPE/SWA/MDPE cable, manufactured in accordance with BS 6622 and LU Standard S1931, ensuring continuity of supply for critical infrastructure works. The requirement is for approximately 10km of cable,
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council (FODC) invite tenders for the provision of wraparound and financial support to households experiencing, or at risk of poverty, across the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council area. This contract shall be for a fixed term from the date of award until 31 March 2027, with an option to extend for a period of up to six months on a month-by-month basis, entirely at the sole discretion of the Council. Additional services may be required during the contract period dependant on available funding subject to specific requirements. Final reporting will be required by May 2027, unless otherwise agreed in writing where an extension is exercised.
Shropshire Council, working with the Environment Agency, is undertaking preliminary market engagement for the supply and installation of permanent flood defences and a step-free access ramp at the northern approach to Frankwell pedestrian bridge, adjacent to the Guildhall, Shrewsbury. Two options are under consideration: Option 1, integrated permanent flood defences including glazed panels, with a step-free ramp landing on the dry side of the defences; and Option 2, a step-free ramp over the existing stepped ramp, landing on the wet side of the existing demountable flood defences. Associated works include foundations, drainage, surfacing, tie-ins to the existing bridge, public realm interfaces and support with statutory approvals, including planning permission in a conservation area and a Flood Risk Activity Permit. The Council wants the market to identify which option is the best solution and whether it can be delivered ahead of the flood season commencing September 2027. Suppliers will be asked which option they recommend and why; whether they can deliver both options; whether they can deliver the proposed solution and also source and install the flood defence barriers, and which barrier solution they would recommend; an indicative cost band for their proposed solution; their delivery model (direct delivery, subcontracting or supply chain); and the key risks they foresee. Project progression is subject to a funding application, which feedback from this engagement will directly support. This notice is not a call for competition and the Council is not committed to proceeding with a procurement. Any subsequent procurement would be advertised on the Find a Tender service.
Westmorland and Furness Council (W&FC) is seeking to appoint a lead multi-disciplinary consultancy team to design and oversee delivery of the transformation of the Grade II listed Penrith Town Hall into a vibrant Creative and Community Hub. The project will revitalise a vacant historic asset, creating a flexible cultural, creative, community and civic venue while integrating a re-imagined Penrith and Eden Museum. The appointed consultant team will take the project through RIBA Stages 0-6, building upon an existing Outline Business Case and supporting the development of a Full Business Case for Council approval.
Essex County Council (ECC) is responsible for delivering the Coroner Service for the Essex Coroner Area, which includes the administrative areas of Essex County Council, Thurrock Council and Southend-on-Sea City Council. As part of this statutory function, ECC requires suitably qualified and experienced providers to deliver Deceased Storage Services across Essex. The purpose of this contract is to provide secure, compliant and dignified secondary contingency storage arrangements for deceased persons on behalf of HM Coroner when additional capacity is required beyond that available through primary mortuary provision. The service forms an important component of the Essex Coroner Area's resilience arrangements and supports continuity of service during periods of increased demand, maintenance works, service disruption, major incidents or other circumstances affecting mortuary capacity. The successful provider/s will be required to maintain suitable facilities capable of receiving and storing deceased persons safely, securely and respectfully, operating in accordance with all relevant legislation, professional standards, health and safety requirements and recognised industry best practice. The service provider/s shall maintain: - Secure refrigerated deceased storage facilities. - Support transfers to and from NHS mortuaries within Essex, including Basildon, Broomfield, Colchester, Princess Alexandra and Southend Hospitals. - Robust identification, tracking and audit arrangements. - Appropriate temperature monitoring and alarm systems. - Arrangements for the receipt and release of deceased persons at short notice. - Suitable procedures for handling complex, traumatic and bariatric cases. - Business continuity and emergency response arrangements. - Appropriate staffing to ensure a responsive and professional service. The service will operate on a 24-hour, 365-day basis and must be capable of responding to urgent requests from the Essex Coroner Service. The Authority welcomes participation from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), funeral directors and specialist providers with relevant experience and suitable facilities. This contract is intended to provide contingency deceased storage capacity and will be utilised only when operational circumstances require additional provision. No minimum throughput, call-off volume, contract value or level of expenditure is guaranteed under the contract. Historical utilisation and occupancy data has been provided within the procurement documentation to assist bidders in understanding the nature of the requirement. This information is provided for indicative purposes only and does not constitute a guarantee of future demand.
The Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) is seeking proposals from appropriate suppliers for the creation of an immersive soundscape installation and supporting activations at the Menin Gate Memorial in Ypres/Ieper Belgium to commemorate the Gate's centenary in 2027.
Herefordshire Council wishes to establish an Open Framework ("the framework") for the Provision of Passenger Transport Services. The new framework will replace the Council's Passenger Transport Dynamic Purchasing System and will form part of a mixed-economy model approach for the Council. At this stage, it is anticipated that the framework will comprise 3 Lots: Lot 1 - Passenger Carrying Vehicles contracted transport (including an option for provision of passenger assistants). For the provision of Admitted Participant supplied vehicles 9 passenger seats or more and drivers. Services commissioned will include mainstream and college transport but may also include Special Educational Needs and social care transport. Lot 2 - Hackney/Private Hire Transport (including an option for provision of passenger assistants). For the provision of Admitted Participant supplied vehicles of up to and including 8 passenger seats and drivers. Services commissioned will include Special Educational Needs and social care transport but may also include mainstream school transport. Lot 3 - Public transport. For the provision of Admitted Participant supplied vehicles and drivers to provide registered local bus services. Vehicles will normally range from a minibus to a double-deck vehicle.
Pembrokeshire County Council will shortly be retendering their Conflict Resolution Service. In order to inform the shape of the future service, we are looking to undertake a Market Engagement/Consultation Event to inform the specification of this service.
The Town Council is seeking quotes for a three-year contract for the provision of its floral displays which have provided displays both in summer/autumn (June to October approximately) and winter/spring (October to May approximately). The contract seeks to maintain the existing high level of floral impact whilst demonstrating commitment to enhancing biodiversity through provision of plants for pollinators.
The Council and the Fitzwilliam Wentworth Estate are seeking to identify and appoint a strategic development partner in connection with the planning, servicing, delivery and/or facilitation of the phased development of land at Bassingthorpe Farm, Rotherham. The site has been allocated for development with a Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) guiding the process. In line with the allocation and SPD it is anticipated that the site will be brought forward for a residential-led mixed-use development including up to approximately 2,000 homes together with associated infrastructure, highways, utilities, drainage, public open space, community uses and related placemaking works. The procurement is intended to identify a strategic development partner capable of: - working collaboratively with the landowners to optimise viability, deliverability and value; - promoting and securing a comprehensive and deliverable planning strategy; - coordinating and/or delivering enabling and strategic infrastructure; - facilitating phased development delivery, including potential onward parcel disposals to housebuilders or other delivery structures; and - supporting long-term stewardship and delivery objectives. The precise commercial and contractual structure through which the development will ultimately be delivered has not yet been determined and may include elements of development agreement, land disposal, phased land drawdown and related agreements. The selected strategic development partner is expected to assume substantial development, delivery, market and implementation risk associated with the project.
The Preliminary Market Engagement exercise aims to identify the potential to increase the number and type of organisations who would be interested in tendering for the Project Sponge: Granville Flood Alleviation Scheme
East Sussex County Council (The Council) invites bids from suitably qualified and experienced providers to deliver Sensory Impairment Equipment and Support services to Adults over aged 18. The contract will be for Five (5) years with an option to extend for up to twenty-four (24) months. Please note that the transfer of staff may apply. The annual contract value of the service is £252,000 and an additional £100,000 per annum will be allocated for equipment based on historic demand.
Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Authority on behalf of themselves and the Police and Crime Commissioner for Dyfed Powys Police is seeking to engage electrical contractors to carry out electrical installation, maintenance, PAT and Fixed wire testing at all our Service locations including on-call fire stations, wholetime fire stations and support assets. The contract will be split into 6 geographical lots consisting of the following Lots :Lot 1 - Carmarthenshire Lot 2 - Pembrokeshire Lot 3 - Ceredigion Lot 4 - Powys Lot 5 - Neath Port Talbot Lot 6 - Swansea. Tenders may be submitted for a maximum of 2 Lots, and up to 3 suppliers may be awarded on to each Lot.
This contract relates to both fire alarm replacement works and the planned preventative maintenance and Service Contract. Installation works will be required to be undertaken within; 1. Windsor Castle Upper Ward 2. Windsor Castle Middle and Lower Ward 3. Windsor Castle Control Room 4. Windsor Castle Mews 5. Windsor Castle Home Park 6. Kensington Palace - Main Palace, Ancillary Accommodation and Old Barracks The installation works must be completed including commissioning works prior to the end of the fixed contract period (3 years). The estate consists of a number of listed and historic buildings, scheduled ancient monuments and buildings of historic interest, many of which have some form of public access and all of which are considered secure installations. It is envisaged that whilst a single contract, individual installation projects will be managed as separate projects to the service and maintenance contracts. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Fire-detection-systems./6KRNVD8VWP To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/6KRNVD8VWP
LBC are procuring marketing and creative agency support services on behalf of Luton Rising. Luton Rising is seeking a creative agency partner to support the development and implementation of its brand identity and wider communications. The organisation requires a partner with strong strategic and creative capability to help evolve its visual and verbal identity, produce a flexible suite of assets, and support the ongoing development of its website. The work should reflect Luton Rising’s community purpose, commercial ambition and commitment to positive impact.