Transport for Wales and Transport for Wales Rail is seeking expressions of interest from organisations wishing to participate in the Public Transport Summit 2027 at Swansea Arena on 16–17 June 2027. Opportunities include sponsorship, exhibition space, innovation participation and attendance. This is a market engagement exercise only and not a procurement or call for competition. 1. Overview Transport for Wales (TfW) is undertaking a market engagement exercise to invite expressions of interest from organisations wishing to participate in the TfW Public Transport Summit 2027 Taking place on: Date: 16–17 June 2027 Venue: Swansea Arena This notice is issued to ensure an open, fair and transparent approach to engaging the transport market and wider stakeholders. This is not a procurement exercise and does not constitute a call for competition. It is a pre-market engagement activity only, intended to inform event planning and gauge interest in participation. 2. Background Following the success of the inaugural Public Transport Summit held in Wrexham, Transport for Wales is pleased to confirm that the Summit will return in June 2027. The Summit will bring together transport leaders, policymakers, industry experts, and stakeholders to engage in strategic discussions on the future of public transport across Wales and the Borders. The event will focus on: • Connecting ideas • Moving people and communities • Shaping the future of public transport Transport for Wales is continuing to transform public transport services and infrastructure. The Summit provides a platform to build on this momentum and support future investment, integration and innovation across the network. 3. Purpose of the Summit The Summit will provide an opportunity for the public, private and third sectors to: • Collaborate on the future of transport in Wales and the Borders • Share strategic visions and priorities • Support integrated transport development • Drive wider economic and social impact for communities The event will include: • Themed panel discussions • Keynote speeches • Workshops • Exhibition and innovation space • Networking opportunities 4. Summit Themes The 2027 Summit will focus on the following key themes: • Connectivity – Building economic and social impact through connectivity • Integration – Bus franchising • Future Investment • Safety, accessibility and inclusion • Sustainability and innovation. Opportunities for Participation TfW is seeking expressions of interest across the following participation and sponsorship categories: Sponsorship Categories • Headline Partner – 1 partner (~£40k–50k) • Official Partners – 5 partners (~£20k–25k each), aligned to Summit themes • Official Exhibitors – c.12 organisations (~£7.5k each) • Official Supporters – c.10 organisations (~£3k–5k each) • Innovation Lab Participants – c.12 organisations (~£1.5k–2k each) • VIP Dinner Sponsor – 1 partner (~£10k–15k) • Welcome Drinks Sponsor – 1 partner (~£5k) • Ticket Only Attendance – 2 days (~£300 Private Sector £240 Public Sector) VCSE Participation Transport for Wales is committed to inclusive participation and intends to offer: • An allocated amount of free tickets for VCSE (Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise) organisations to attend Organisations requesting a free place must: • Confirm their VCSE status as part of their response
Transport for Wales (TFW) and Transport for Wales Rail (TfWRL)
Trent & Dove Housing is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to provide planned servicing, inspection, testing, maintenance, reactive repairs and associated works for door entry and associated electronic security systems across its housing portfolio. The scope includes door entry and access-control systems, CCTV systems associated with communal entrances, intruder alarms, warden call systems, automatic and powered doors, automatic gates and barriers, door closers, assisted-opening systems, hold-open and automatic-release devices, together with associated interfaces and equipment included within the Contract. The Contract will include planned preventative servicing and safety inspections, reactive fault attendance and repair, emergency and make-safe responses, component replacement, system condition and dilapidation surveys, asset validation, certification, electronic reporting and the provision of condition, obsolescence and lifecycle information to support future planned investment. The procurement will be conducted as a two-stage Competitive Flexible Procedure under the Procurement Act 2023. Stage 1 will assess suppliers against the Conditions of Participation and other requirements set out in the procurement documents. Suppliers that successfully meet the Stage 1 requirements and are selected to progress will be invited to participate in Stage 2, which will include evaluation of Quality, Social Value and Price in accordance with the published award criteria. The proposed Contract will be based on the JCT Measured Term Contract 2024, incorporating Trent & Dove Housing's amendments. The intended contract term is three years, with the option to extend by up to two further periods of one year (3+1+1). The anticipated maximum Contract value is approximately £600,000 over the full five-year term. The services will be delivered across Trent & Dove Housing's housing portfolio in Burton upon Trent and the surrounding area. Further details of the requirements, procurement process, participation conditions and Stage 1 submission requirements are contained within the procurement documents made available through the eSourcing Data portal.
DVLA requires a Merchant Acquirer service to ensure service continuity and enable the acceptance of credit and debit card payments from card issuing banks. The MA service must support payment options for a range of DVLA services, including (but not limited to): • Electronic Vehicle Licensing (EVL) • Personalised Registrations (Sales and Retain) • Enforcement Penalty Payments • Driver Licence services • Tachograph Company and Driver Cards • Trailer Registration • Duplicate and Replacement Registration Documents • Driver Customer Services • Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) Recovery • First Registration • Online Enforcement Penalty Payment (OEPP) • Registration of Number Plate Suppliers (RNPS)
Swindon Borough Council, jointly funded with the Integrated Care Board through pooled budget arrangements, is recommissioning adult mental health support services in Swindon. two distinct but complementary Lots. Lot 1 – Therapeutic and Recovery Support Services Structured, evidence-informed therapeutic and recovery-focused support, with a particular role in early intervention, recovery, self-management and appropriate step-up and step-down pathways. Detailed requirements are set out in Appendix B1. Lot 2 – Nature, Arts, Music and Creative-Based Therapies Non-clinical, community-based support using nature, arts, music and creative approaches to improve wellbeing, reduce isolation, strengthen confidence and resilience and support sustained community participation. Detailed requirements are set out in Appendix B2. The two Lots will operate as a coherent prevention and recovery offer while retaining distinct delivery models and strengths. Providers bidding for both Lots must maintain that distinction while coordinating access, pathways and learning. The initial contract term will be for 3 years, with options to extend for a further 2 years and a further 2 years, giving a potential total contract term of 7 years, as stated in the procurement documents. The estimated annual value of Lot 1 is £400,000, giving an estimated value of £1,200,000 over the initial 3-year term and £2,800,000 over the maximum 7-year term. The estimated annual value of Lot 2 is £165,000, giving an estimated value of £495,000 over the initial 3-year term and £1,155,000 over the maximum 7-year term. The total estimated value across both Lots is £1,695,000 over the initial 3-year term and £3,955,000 over the maximum 7-year term. The contracts are anticipated to commence on 1 April 2027. Any extension will be at the Authority’s discretion and subject to satisfactory performance, continued service need, available funding and the relevant approvals. It is anticipated that the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 (TUPE) may apply to this procurement. Relevant TUPE information will be provided as part of the procurement documentation. Suppliers are responsible for taking their own professional advice in relation to TUPE. To participate, Suppliers will need to Register as a Supplier with ProContract, www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk, then Register an Interest before obtaining access to the tender documents. In the event of difficulties registering as a supplier, please refer to the System Administrator Proactis support team [email protected] This is two stage tender process. Stage 1 Tender clarifications to be submitted in writing via Messaging in ProContract tender portal by 18th September 2027, 1200 hrs UK Local time. The Council’s responses to these clarification questions will be issued periodically on the ProContract tender portal. Tender Responses are required to be submitted no later than 25th September, 1200 hrs UK Local time via ProContract tender portal - https://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk/ Stage 2 Tender clarifications to be submitted in writing via Messaging in ProContract tender portal by 9th October 2027, 1200 hrs UK Local time. The Council’s responses to these clarification questions will be issued periodically on the ProContract tender portal. Tender Responses are required to be submitted no later than 16th October, 1200 hrs UK Local time via ProContract tender portal - https://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk/ Please note that this project has been advertised on Find a Tender Service (FTS) and other web portals, however, Supplying the South West Portal, https://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk/ http://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk/ is the only portal that includes all the relevant documents required to respond to this opportunity, bearing Project Id: DN828440. No Tender submissions will be considered without completing the tender documents in full including attachments and returning them in alig…
NHS North of England Commercial Procurement Collaborative on behalf of NHS Procurement in Partnership (Comprising of East of England NHS Collaborative Procurement hub, NHS Commercial Solutions, NHS London Procurement partnership and NHS North of England Commercial Procurement Collaborative) is seeking to award the provision of radiopharmaceuticals and associated consumables; which over its lifetime had delivered a high level of service and supply throughout its duration. The framework will provide an one stop solution to assist Trusts with: — nuclear medicine therapy, — nuclear medicine diagnostic non-imaging, — nuclear medicine diagnostic imaging.
Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, trading as North of England NHS Commercial Procurement Collaborative ("NOE CPC")
The Client is currently considering a Competitive Flexible Procedure under the Procurement Act 2023. The anticipated approach is a streamlined process broadly aligned with an open procedure, comprising a single stage covering the Pre-Selection Questionnaire (PSQ) and Invitation to Tender (ITT) requirements. An optional negotiation stage may be included if further clarification or negotiation is required, particularly in relation to price and other commercial matters. The PME seeks to obtain market intelligence, technical advice and supplier feedback in relation to a potential procurement for the design, supply, delivery, installation and commissioning of a LED planetarium dome. Refer to Project context and reference guide for further information including the link (pg.21) to access and complete the PME questionnaire. Interested parties are asked to log into eTendersNI where the questionnaire is available at the link below. https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps/cft/prepareViewCfTWS.do?resourceId=6719157 Please also confirm once you have downloaded and read the questionnaire in the eTendersNI portal.
FLS has established a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of Invasive Vegetation Control (IVC) services across Scotland’s national forests and land, which commenced 8th September 2026. A Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) is an electronic system established by a contracting authority to purchase commonly used goods, works or services in accordance with the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. Admittance to a DPS gives participants the opportunity to subsequently bid for relevant future opportunities which are procured through the DPS. The purpose of the DPS is to provide a compliant route to market for FLS to procure services which are unable to be provided through existing contracts or to replace contracts which have terminated or expired. The scope of the DPS is primarily for establishment operations including but not limited to: - Cutting – power or hand tools. - Burning. - Stump Treatment. - Foliar application of pesticides. - Stem injection of woody material with sprayed pesticides or eco plugs. - Stem injection of herbaceous weeds. - Hand pulling of seedlings. - Steep ground/rope access work. - Non-chemical and non-cutting treatments (manual removal). - Chipping of cut material. - Traffic Management. - Manual Labour. Parties who request to be admitted to the DPS will have their submissions evaluated by FLS within 10 working days of submission (this deadline could be extended to a maximum of 20 working days in individual cases), and if successful, will be admitted to the DPS thereafter.
FLS has established a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of Specialised Peatland Restoration services across Scotland’s national forests and land, which commenced 8th September 2026. A Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) is an electronic system established by a contracting authority to purchase commonly used goods, works or services in accordance with the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. Admittance to a DPS gives participants the opportunity to subsequently bid for relevant future opportunities which are procured through the DPS. The purpose of the DPS is to provide a compliant route to market for FLS to procure services which are unable to be provided through existing contracts or to replace contracts which have terminated or expired. The scope of the DPS is primarily for restoration operations including but not limited to: - Site Rewetting and Associated Services including peatland rewetting and hydrological restoration, hag and gully restoration, and mulching; - Specialised Peatland Harvesting including specialised tree removal for peatland restoration, mechanical mulching, and brash and timber management; - Supporting works including chainsaw works, temporary watercourse crossings, creation of access tracks, and supply and installation of associated materials. Parties who request to be admitted to the DPS will have their submissions evaluated by FLS within 10 working days of submission (this deadline could be extended to a maximum of 20 working days in individual cases), and if successful, will be admitted to the DPS thereafter.
The Reablement Care Service shall provide short-term, outcome-focused support to eligible Enfield residents who require assistance to regain, maintain or improve their independence following discharge from hospital. The externally commissioned support will focus on hospital discharge pathways only and will be underpinned by a strong reablement approach. The service will provide time-limited, person-centred support in residents’ own homes, with the primary aim of enabling individuals to regain confidence, relearn or restore daily living skills, and continue to live as independently as possible within their own home. Suppliers will be expected to take an enabling, outcome-focused approach, doing with rather than doing for individuals wherever appropriate. Support should help people rebuild practical skills, establish safe routines, improve mobility and confidence, manage everyday tasks, and reduce or avoid the need for ongoing domiciliary care wherever this can be achieved safely. The Council is seeking market insight on the service delivery models, solutions and areas of emerging best practice that could support the Council’s current requirements and inform improvements to future service delivery. Information provided through this exercise will be used for information-gathering purposes only. It may help the Council understand solutions that are available in the market and may inform and shape any future requirements, reflecting common approaches across the marketplace where appropriate. As outlined above, the intention of the Service is to ensure the provision of high-quality, accessible support for eligible residents requiring reablement support following hospital discharge, promoting independence, safety and wellbeing Due to the need for a borough-wide service, the Council is currently considering dividing the future service into four (4) Lots, potentially split by four geographical areas: North West, South West, North East and South East of the borough (please refer to the Indicative Service Specification, Appendix 2 and the accompanying Introduction plus Appendix 2.A and Appendix 2.B for further information). Under this model, it is envisaged that four (4) Suppliers would deliver the Council’s next generation Reablement Care Service within a defined geographical area. The Council would welcome organisations’ views and feedback on this potential service delivery model through the SMT Questionnaire. An indicative Service Specification, Appendix 2, and its accompanying documents (Introduction, Appendix 2.A and Appendix 2.B) are provided as part of the Preliminary Market Engagement documentation. Additional information Please note that organisations will not be prejudiced by any response or failure to respond to this preliminary market engagement.
This Framework will enable the Council to meet its statutory duty towards disabled children who are in receipt of care packages as well as those who are entitled to Short Breaks provision.
We are interested in purchasing an electronic prescribing System, we believe there is only one supplier in the market that can offer this requirement, we are publishing this notice to confirm this situation, if you can offer this solution could you please contact us via email in the first instance supplies@sheffieldpartnership,nhs.uk
Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council (hereinafter referred to as the Council) is undertaking a procurement to appoint two contractors to undertake responsive repairs and related services to it’s stock of approximately 9500 properties. The contract is being let as one Lot with all related services to be undertaken by one Contractor
General advert covering a wide range of projects across the entire estate over the coming 6 months and an invitation for contractors to express an interest in working with Landmarc.
The Ministry of Defence, acting through the British Forces Post Office (BFPO), intends to procure a comprehensive global mail conveyance service to support the delivery and return of Forces mail and courier services worldwide. BFPO's mission is to provide an efficient, effective and resilient postal and courier service in order to sustain the fighting power of UK Armed Forces worldwide. BFPO delivers postal services to Service Personnel, Defence Civil Servants and entitled family members located across the globe through a combination of military and commercial transportation networks. The Authority is considering a requirement that may include some or all of the following service elements: Scheduled Worldwide Mail Conveyance International inbound and outbound mail conveyance services. Freight forwarding through commercial air carriers and express courier networks. Customs management and associated documentation. Provision of tracking and tracing services. Non-Scheduled (Ad Hoc) Worldwide Mail Conveyance Urgent and operational mail movements. Support to HM Ships and deployed military operations. Flexible worldwide collection and delivery capability. Airport Road Trunking Routine movement of mail between BFPO Headquarters and designated airport cargo facilities. Handling, storage and secure transportation of military mail consignments. UK Road Trunking Collection and delivery services between BFPO, Royal Mail facilities, RAF Brize Norton and other Defence locations. Provision of suitable vehicles, drivers and associated operational support. Witness Loading and Specialist Freight Forwarding Services Support for secure international movement of designated consignments. Airport handling and customs liaison activities. Entry Summary Declaration (ENS) Filing Services Submission and management of customs declarations and associated regulatory requirements. Support for BFPO requirements relating to the movement of mail into EU territories. Key Requirements Potential suppliers should be capable of demonstrating: Proven experience in international freight forwarding, mail conveyance or logistics services. Access to worldwide transportation networks. Appropriate aviation, freight forwarding and customs accreditations. Robust track and trace capabilities. Ability to operate within secure and sensitive government environments. Compliance with all applicable UK transport, customs, security and health and safety legislation. Business continuity and resilience arrangements capable of supporting operational military requirements. Experience supporting public sector or defence customers is desirable.
Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB) Certified Security Equipment are required to strengthen the physical security of DCWW’s critical clean water and wastewater infrastructure and to comply with statutory and industry security standards. These assets require enhanced physical security to prevent unauthorised access, vandalism, theft, sabotage, and contamination risks. The framework covers the supply, installation, and optional maintenance of LPCB certified security equipment including covers, doors, bar sets, cages, enclosures, and cylinder clamps across operational assets such as reservoirs, treatment works, pumping stations, and service reservoirs. The scope also includes conducting site surveys and the creation of site plans to provide recommendations to DCWW to satisfy Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI) standards. Suppliers are required to undertake site surveys and recommend the appropriate security measures needed for each asset to achieve the required LPCB security rating. Two Bidders will be awarded per Lot within the Framework Agreement on a primary/secondary basis. SCOPE OF GOODS AND SERVICES Goods The framework includes five product areas across: o Lot 1 Covers – the supply, installation and support of LPCB security-rated covers; o Lot 2 Double/single entry doors – certified security doors for operational assets; o Lot 3 Bar sets, cages and steel enclosures: – certified physical security products used to protect assets and equipment; o Lot 4 GRP enclosures – certified GRP kiosks or enclosures for relevant site requirements; and o Lot 5 Roller shutter doors – certified roller shutter doors where required across the estate. Services The scope of services includes: o conducting site surveys to verify requirements o creation of site plans to enable compliance to DWI standards Call-offs will be made by direct award to the Primary Supplier for the relevant Lot. The Primary Supplier will be expected to fulfil all requirements in accordance with the Framework Agreement terms, including the agreed service levels, delivery times and performance standards.
Fully managed uniform warehousing & distribution stores service to include: - Secure storage and distribution of items of uniform, equipment, body armour and printed stationery to Officers & Staff within the Force area. - Provide a stock control & forecasting system to manage stock levels. - Provide an electronic ordering system for Officers & Staff to raise orders directly. - Provide a regular on-site uniform fitting service. - Ensure the safe & secure disposal of obsolete and unwanted items of uniform, equipment, body armour & printed stationery. - Provision of a generic embroidery & seamstress service.
Police & Crime Commissioner for Merseyside & Chief Constable for Merseyside
Central Bedfordshire Council is undertaking a Request for Information (RFI) to engage with the market and seek feedback from providers on the potential delivery of an Information, Advice and Guidance Service. The purpose of this exercise is to understand market capability, capacity, and innovative approaches that could inform the future design and commissioning of the service. This RFI is for information gathering purposes only and does not constitute a formal procurement process.
The Council aims to invest in the external environment of its estates and to create safe, accessible and attractive environments for its tenants and residents. The total estimated annual contract value is £1,590,000 (plus VAT), and the Council is seeking to appoint a single Contractor to this framework agreement. It should be noted that the estimated value is indicative only, and may change dependant on demand and budget. The Contract period will be 2 years (starting 1st March 2027) with the option to extend for up to a further 2 years. The works primarily involve: Courtyard Improvement Programmes, Boundary Improvements, Small Environmental Improvement Schemes, Fire Actions, Highways & Footway Improvements, Garage Site Improvements, Neighbourhood Regeneration Division Services (i.e., Alley Gating) and other related works / scheme (including but not limited to; defensible space, unadopted highways, structural surveys & design and small to medium isolated schemes). Some comprehensive estate regeneration schemes based on needs and priorities identified through consultation for individual areas. Schemes generally include improvements or renewal to parking provision, property curtilages, rear gullies and alley-ways, lighting, amenity areas footpaths carriageways and courtyards. Smaller one-off improvements in response to specific issues, such as fire actions, gulley improvements, alley-gating, parking, courtyards or footways. Alley Gating are ongoing 2-year programmes to investigate and secure rear lanes by the means of manually operated gates. Programmes are agreed every 2 years and include lanes identified as the highest priorities for the Council, in terms of the levels of anti-social behaviour, crime and environmental issues. All schemes are subject to support from the local community and consideration of any representations during the legal process. The programme aims to deliver approximately 11-12 gated schemes with approx. 22 gate set installations per year. Fire actions are typically the relocation of an existing bin-store sited too close to the main building. Repositioned in a new location a set distance away to prevent fire spread to the main building. The works are usually a new brick built bin store, set on a concrete slab, steel railings and a secure steel lockable gate. Enabling works may also include, concrete paths, slabs, drainage etc. A rolling programme of courtyard improvements has been developed specifically tackling issues around security, improved amenity space for tenants, improved bin storage, surfacing and access. The programme is based on prioritising the courtyards in worst condition first and it is anticipated undertaking around 7 courtyard improvements every year depending upon capacity. Defensible space improvements to flats are also planned this will include Railings and gates, pathway renewal and where possible level access ramp to front communal door. Information regarding this project can be found via the Proactis Portal using the reference ERFX1008911 If you have not done so already, I would suggest that you register on our supplier portal via the link https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login as this is where we advertise opportunities and receive responses electronically should the requirement arise. Further guidance notes can be found at the following link: https://www.cardiff.gov.uk/policiesproceduresguidance I would also recommend that you register on the Welsh Government's supplier portal http://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/ as this is where public sector opportunities are advertised. The Welsh Government Commercial Delivery (WGCD) team (formerly the National Procurement Service) alongside local government is now leading on frameworks previously under the remit of the NPS. Welsh Government Commercial Delivery is still operating on a category basis. Details of their collaborative frameworks can be found on the Wales Collaborative Procurement Hub on Sell2Wales. To support the readiness o…
An NHS Health Check is a free health assessment offered to help prevent serious cardiovascular conditions by spotting risks early. For the purpose of this local service, those eligible are between 40 and 74 years old without already diagnosed long term cardiovascular health conditions, and either registered with a Somerset GP or living in Somerset. The service may be offered to staff or patients meeting this criterion. The aim of this service is to reduce access barriers for those with severe mental illnesses by combining the NHS HC opportunity with other treatment access. This may be extended to other cohorts like those accessing bariatric services as the service develops. The service will need to be run to the standard protocol for NHS Health Checks service including measurement of pulse rate, blood pressure and POCT blood cholesterol. It will enable detection of risk factors for hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, kidney dysfunction, obesity and heart arrythmias which would be referred to the patient's GP to consider formal diagnosis. It will also include lifestyle support for alcohol use, smoking, healthy weight and physical exercise.
This framework is for the provision of Managed Debt Collection Services using a Managed Service Provider (MSP). The MSP will manage a panel of FCA regulated Debt Collection Agencies (DCAs) who have specialist capabilities in debt management. The DCAs offer desk based collection services to arrange repayment of outstanding debts. The MSPs will use data to create debt recovery strategies and monitor performance. The MSP will ensure debt is collected sustainably and fairly, including identification and ethical treatment of vulnerable consumers.
This Market Engagement seeks to identify options to enable procurement of a dedicated backup collection tool for Operational Technology (OT) environments. The solution will ensure that the complete data state of critical OT assets is consistently captured and securely stored across multiple sites, serving as the organisation's data of last resort. The tool must collect the full backup state of OT assets including configurations, control logic, firmware, hardware metadata, and associated files. It must support both automated, policy-driven backup collection and authorised manual backup initiation, operating through secure and non-intrusive protocols that do not interact with OT control or programming interfaces and have no impact on live operations or safety-critical systems. The solution must be vendor-agnostic, deployable fully on-premise or within a private cloud, and capable of operating in air-gapped environments, with full audit trails and compliance reporting. IMPORTANT: Please read this section before deciding whether you wish to register for this event. This section provides you with information regarding the scope of this procurement and details some of the key requirements that a successful applicant MUST be able to deliver.
Our current Nikon D850 SLR cameras and lenses are coming to the end of their natural life so they need to be replaced. We have older digital cameras and lenses that can be used in part exchange. Before beginning the procurement process, we need to find out from suppliers if they will take old cameras in part exchange and how much they will pay for them. · To better understand the resource commitment/roles required by HE in order to write and run the tender? · To better understand how the market can deliver the outcome/Understand what is currently available in the marketplace · To explain requirements to suppliers · To help inform clearer requirements which are to be published to suppliers · To understand how much the work could potentially cost · To understand how long the work could take · To instigate/invoke interest and competition (consider also a UK3 planned procurement notice) · To ensure a good number of applications (consider also a UK3 planned procurement notice)