Sunderland City Council is seeking to commission a co-located start-up incubator programme in Sunderland to support early-stage technology businesses, bridging the gap between idea and investment readiness through a structured, high-intensity cohort model based at Culture House. The programme will create a strong pipeline of scalable ventures, combining public and private support to boost investment, retain talent, generate high-value jobs, and strengthen Sunderland's reputation as a leading location for tech start-ups.
The Ministry of Defence anticipates a future requirement for the provision of European Agency Fuel Card services. The requirement is expected to include access to roadside fuels, vehicle additives and electric vehicle charging facilities across Europe, supported by card management, billing, reporting and control services. This Pipeline Notice is intended to provide early visibility of a potential forthcoming procurement and does not constitute a call for competition or a commitment by the Authority to commence a procurement process.
Small Sum Lending Pilot - Evaluation design and delivery, including Theory of Change . We are seeking a provider to: • Design a proportionate and practical monitoring, evaluation and reporting framework, supported by a clearly articulated Theory of Change, that enables: • Measurement and tracking of the above Small Sum Lending Pilot objectives including any behavioural and financial wellbeing outcomes that are surfaced through the Theory of Change workstream • Understanding economic impact of the pilot on consumers and the overall lending provision of small sum loans by mainstream lenders (eg cheaper cost of credit) -Consistent measurement of outcomes across multiple delivery partners1 - Generation of learning about what works, for whom and under what circumstances -Generation of actionable insights to inform programme development and future learnings
Cardiff Capital Region (CCR), is seeking to appoint a Lead Managing Agent (LMA) to manage and deliver Phase 1 of the Investment Zone Skills Programme. The successful contractor will act as the operational delivery partner responsible for programme management, employer engagement, workforce intelligence, partnership coordination, funding administration, performance management and skills delivery planning. The programme aims to support workforce growth, talent attraction, skills development and employer-led innovation across priority sectors including semiconductors, advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence and enabling technologies. The initial contract value is up to £2.77 million over a 17-month period, with an option to extend and deploy a further £1.35 million to March 2029, subject to funding and approvals.
This Invitation to Tender (ITT) is issued to potential consultants (tenderers) by Broadland Housing Association (Broadland) on behalf of Independent East (the consortium) for the purpose of submitting a tender for internal audit services. The intention of this procurement exercise is to create a framework agreement and appoint one consultant to deliver a single collaborative assurance model across the five Independent East organisations, through separate call-off contracts where required. The model must combine collective purchasing power with coordinated, risk-based assurance, shared intelligence, thematic learning, meaningful benchmarking and demonstrable value for money, while preserving each member’s independent governance, accountability and annual audit opinion. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Norwich:-Auditing-services./Q584566KV8 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/Q584566KV8
Sheffield City Council requires a Property Management Agent for multiple mixed‑use blocks in Sheffield City Centre, covering commercial, residential, office and leisure assets. The scope is to provide a high‑quality estate management service which includes compliance, tenant liaison, rent and service charge collection, statutory compliance, and qualitative and quantitative reporting mechanism.
RBH are looking for a supplier that can carry out non-domestic Energy Performance Certificates (EPC's) for properties within the society's portfolio. This will include but is not limited to shops, community centres, community bases, offices, stores. In carrying out this service, RBH will require • A prompt response/acknowledgement to email instructions (within 2 working days). • To arrange appointments directly with customer (if occupied) within 2 working days of instruction. • Prompt collection and return of keys from RBH office/hubs within the following postcode areas (OL10, OL11, OL12, OL15, OL16, M24, BL9). • EPC lodgement within 5 days of access to the property. • Provide link to lodged EPC and copy of XML file via email within 5 working days of EPC lodgement.
The Council is seeking to procure a contractor to install a wind turbine to provide power to the VENJ Heat Network site in Jarrow, and maintain the turbine for a period of 2 years.
This invitation to tender ('ITT') relates to Lake District National Park Authority's (the 'Authority') procurement for a Countryside Land Management and Estate Maintenance Framework Agreement, for our Ranger Services Team and others. Successful Tenderers will be appointed onto a multi-supplier Framework Agreement divided into Lots. The Framework Agreement will be available for use by the Authority and by other bodies in the Authority's network by prior agreement. The Authority is seeking a mix of contractors to bid for a place on the Framework Agreement, including companies, consultants, sole traders, and Small and Medium Sized Enterprises. This procurement is divided into Lots (and sub-lots in the case of Lot 4). Suppliers may bid for one or more Lots/sub-lots provided that you can supply at least one of the services mentioned in the Lot Specification at Table A. Please note that you do not need to be able to provide all of the services listed in the Lot specification, provided you can supply at least one of the services mentioned in that Lot you may submit a tender. All Prices should be submitted as a maximum for provision of your goods/services and will be a commitment for the duration of the Framework Agreement, subject to the allowed increase in price annually. This Framework Agreement will allow for Direct Award and Further Competition of Call-off Contracts. Tenderers should read the instructions contained in this ITT carefully before submitting a response. Failure to comply with the requirements set out in this ITT may result in the rejection of the Tender. Tenderers are advised to acquaint themselves fully with the extent and nature of the goods and/or services in the Statement of Requirement and with the Terms and Conditions. Participation in this procurement automatically signals that the Tenderer accepts the Terms and Conditions contained in this ITT. If a Tenderer is awarded a place on any Lot of the Framework, a draft Framework Agreement will be provided after all awards have taken place (est. February - March 2027). Any award is not legally binding and subject-to-contract until the final Framework Agreement between the Authority and the Tenderer is signed. The Lake District National Park Authority looks after the Lake District National Park, encouraging people to enjoy and understand its beauty and supporting those who live and work here. Further information about the LDNPA, including our statutory functions, is available on our website. We are working towards making the Lake District an inspirational example of sustainable development in action. We want its prosperous economy, world class visitor experiences and vibrant communities to come together in sustaining the spectacular landscape, wildlife and cultural heritage here. Details of how we are doing this are outlined in our Vision: Our purpose and vision - Lake District National Park Our Ranger Services Team at LDNPA has a focus on maintaining and improving the Rights of Way and other access in the Lake District National Park, while encouraging and educating users in responsible outdoor recreation on accessible land and navigable lakes. They support visitor management and nature recovery initiatives, and the enhancement and maintenance of our rural properties, in line with our strategic priorities. They work closely with communities to help them meet their needs in ways that contribute to our Vision. The Ranger Team's workload includes project work, such as the Coast-to-Coast and Fix the Fells. The Historic Environment Team commissions specialist consultancy support to inform the conservation, management and enhancement of the National Park's historic environment. This may include heritage impact assessments, conservation area appraisals, historic building recording, conditions surveys, archaeological investigations, landscape and townscape character assessments, design advice, and other specialist heritage and built environment studies to support planning, c…
The Protect Delivery Team, part of the NAD Group Ministry of Defence (MoD) requires a new contract to provide a continuation of In-Service Support for Mini Demolition Remote Firing Devices. The Firing Devices are used to initiate Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) and controlled demolitions. The Firing Devices are used in both manual operations and Remote-Controlled Vehicle (RCV) operations across the EOD community. Therefore, a replacement contract is required to support the continued use of the equipment. The contract duration will be for a maximum period of 8 years, 4 years plus 4 x 1-year options. The total estimated contract value is £504,167 (Ex VAT) or £605,000 (Inc VAT).
This is a preliminary market engagement notice to seek engagement with the market place to gather information associated with the provision of storage and distribution services for medicinal products, consumables and equipment in a health emergency. To this end, the Business Services Organisation, Procurement and Logistics Service on behalf of Health and Social Care Northern Ireland (HSCNI), wish to engage with potential suppliers to obtain a market view of potential requirements through the completion of a questionnaire. Instructions for completion of the questionnaire are available via the eTendersNI CfT [Ref: 6575903] and relevant preliminary market engagement documents. Suppliers should note that any interest shown does not constitute a commitment to participate in any future tendering exercise.
Dumfries and Galloway Council is seeking to procure a single supplier to deliver livestreaming/audio visual services, primarily to Council/Committee meetings. These meetings are open to the public and livestreaming further enables accessibility, thus enhancing our openness with stakeholders. Council/Committee meetings are held on a hybrid basis, enabling attendees to attend in person or online via Microsoft Teams and these are livestreamed on our YouTube Channel. The successful supplier will be expected to attend meetings in person.
The Council are commissioning Care in the home services including a Carers home and community respite service across Staffordshire for Carers who have been assessed as having support needs. Respite Care and support enables Carers to take a break from their caring role and evidence suggests that this can help to achieve positive health, wellbeing and quality of life outcomes for Carers. Fewer Carers experienced mental health problems if they had taken a break since beginning their caring role. The purpose of Care in the home and Carers home and community respite Services are to enable Service Users to remain in their own homes, living as independently as possible and to achieve and maintain their autonomy, independence, personal identity and assessed outcomes. This Procurement is a 'flexible Platform Agreement' which will be commissioned under the Light Touch Regime (implemented through Regulations 74-77 of the Public Contract Regulations 2015).
The project aims to reduce surface water flood risk within the Willow Brook catchment area through the creation of blue-green infrastructure in school grounds. Works will include the design and construction of SuDS features such as swales, filter strips, bioretention areas and detention basins, together with tree planting and associated landscaping works. In addition to flood risk reduction, the project seeks to enhance biodiversity, outdoor learning opportunities, and the health and wellbeing of pupils and staff. The selected contractor will work across Catherine Junior School to deliver a sustainable and educational legacy for the school and surrounding communities.
Wigan Council are looking to identify a long-term partner to provide Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure (EVCI) in Council-owned car parks within the borough. The contract will cover supply, installation, operation, maintenance and customer service functions to provide an end-to-end / turnkey service. The project aims to increase the number, range and accessibility of public charging points across the borough. The contract would operate as a concession contract for a 13 year period with option to extend for 2 years. A mix of devices would be sought to meet the varying needs of residents, businesses and visitors
National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET) intends to establish a framework for the provision of Sulphur Hexafluoride (SF6) leak repair, leak reduction and preventative treatment services across its portfolio of Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) and Gas Insulated Busbar (GIB) assets located at transmission substations throughout Great Britain. The framework is intended to increase the delivery of SF6 emissions reduction activities through the use of standardised contracting arrangements and approved repair methodologies. Appointed contractors will be responsible for the design, installation, testing, inspection and quality assurance of external, non-intrusive repair solutions that maintain asset integrity and operational performance while reducing or preventing SF6 leakage. Solutions may include permanent repairs, leak-rate reduction treatments, and preventative interventions, and will typically be required to be installed without taking equipment out of service where reasonably practicable. Contractors will be expected to provide technically robust, evidence-based solutions, operate under ISO 9001-compliant quality management systems, and fulfil the roles of Principal Contractor and Principal Designer under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015. The framework will enable NGET to respond efficiently to emerging SF6 emission reduction requirements across its transmission network. The anticipated term of the framework will be a 3-year initial term with 2 year extension options upon mutual agreement.
Essex County Council (ECC) are seeking to establish a multi-Supplier Framework Agreement for the provision of Large Print Books and Spoken Word Books on CDs for use across Essex Libraries. This will divided into two (2) Lots: Lot 1: Large Print Books Lot 2: Spoken Word Books on CDs Large Print Books are defined as 16-18 point size, and Spoken Word Books on CDs are defined as a book that has been read and recorded onto one or more CDs in a format playable by standard CD players. Suppliers will be required to provide durable, library-ready materials suitable for public lending, including RFID tagging, barcoding, labelling and the provision of accurate MARC bibliographic records. Ordering will be undertaken through electronic processes, including EDI, supported by an online catalogue enabling standing order plans and ad-hoc purchases. Deliveries will be made to a central distribution location. To access the tender, please register on our procurement portal, Open
The Home Office seeks to engage suppliers for the provision of healthcare services at short-term holding facilities and ports of entry across the UK. These services will support individuals whilst detained for short periods of time including in, but not limited to, short-term holding facilities as defined under the Short-Term Holding Facilities Rules 2018 (as amended), where individuals can be held up to 24 hours. The Authority is seeking a flexible, responsive and value for money healthcare solution that meets the basic needs of individuals and can be flexible to different service environments; the short-term holding facilities are located at different location types across the UK which include Airports, Seaports, and Reporting Centres. Remote Healthcare Services: This market engagement aims to understand supplier capabilities and appetite, to further refine the Authority’s specification and gather feedback on the proposed approach of remote healthcare services. This includes gaining further understanding of both the provision of Clinicians to undertake remote consultations and the provision of IT infrastructure required to deliver a remote only healthcare service. The content of this Notice, including the nature of services and the start date of the contract, is subject to change. The contract is expected to commence in early 2028. The length of contract has not been confirmed yet. For the purposes of this Preliminary Market Engagement Notice, the estimated contract value has been listed as £0. This figure does not reflect the expected final value of the contract. The actual estimated value is currently being finalised and will be shared later.
Leasing of The Arts Studio at the Nicholson Institute to deliver arts related activities in keeping with the Nicholson Institute Charity's Trust Deeds. The Art Studio lease will require that the provider works collaboratively with the other tenants in the building to ensure a comprehensive programme of arts related activities are delivered for the local community and visitors. There will be no funding for this activity from Staffordshire County Council.
The Trust is seeking a Contractor to provide a high-quality outsourced catering service, whilst delivering value for money for the school, parents and pupils using the Services. The Contract will include all food and staff provision to support the delivery of the service requirement.
The Home from Hospital service will support safe and timely hospital discharges, by accompanying patients back home on discharge and supporting them with shopping, topping up utilities and befriending, to reduce the risk of readmission.