Public contract notices

Germany – Journals – RV 75 Lieferung von Zeitungen und Zeitschriften (Rahmenvereinbarung 75)

Zeitungen und Zeitschriften für die Stadtbibliothek

Amt für Recht, Vergabe und Versicherungen

Germany

8 Nov 2026(10d)

Norway – Road transport services – Joint transport procurement - Vest-Viken and Øst-Viken

The agreement shall apply to transporting and collecting (returns) of technical aids to a fixed reception/pick-up place in each of Vest-Viken's 20 municipalities. The need concerns transport of technical aids such as beds/accessories, manual and electric wheelchairs, rolling walkers, reading TV, scooters, bicycles, as well as small aids. Some of the aids are ready assembled, so that they can be difficult to stack at heights in the cars. The largest current aids are beds and parallel cycles, whilst the volume products are wheelchairs, walkers etc. Minor aids can be stacked in transport cages with the following measurements: 120 cm x 80 cm x 173 cm. Several of the aids have assembled lead or lithium-ion batteries. The sizes of batteries vary from car batteries to small watch batteries. Some aids will weigh up to approx. 180 kg (beds/wheelchairs). Beds are most often delivered in a transport position measuring 135 cm x 80 cm, but can also be delivered on pallets up to 5 in height, measuring 100 cm x 200 cm x 200 cm (600 kg). Electrical wheelchairs have measurements of up to 80 cm x 160 cm. Tandems can be large in volume and can take up to three (3) podiums. Minor aids are to be put in transport cages that have the following aims; 120 cm x 80 cm x 173 cm. There is a need for a minimum of two vehicles to be able to carry out the transport services on a scheduled route and schedule.

ARBEIDS OG VELFERDSETATEN

Norway

9 Nov 2026(10d)

PA23 UK2 - Preliminary market engagement notice FM Port of Spain

Facilities Management services for the British High Commission in Port of Spain, including Hard FM services (planned and reactive maintenance, M&E systems, HVAC, generators, lifts, plumbing, carpentry, fire safety systems and related building maintenance) and Soft FM services (helpdesk support, administrative support, cleaning, landscaping, waste management, move management and pest control).

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

United Kingdom

£732,509

The Essex Carers Hub

The Essex Carers Hub (formerly the Essex Carers Core Offer of Support (ECCOS)). Essex County Council ("the Council") is committed to delivering high-quality, sustainable and preventative services that improve outcomes for residents and reduce inequalities. The Essex Carers Hub ("the Service") will support these ambitions by ensuring unpaid carers are identified early, recognised, valued and able to access timely support that promotes their wellbeing, resilience and independence. Through partnership working and a strengths-based approach, the Service will help carers improve or maintain their quality of life and prevent the escalation of need wherever possible. The Council is seeking a Provider, or lead provider working with delivery partners, to deliver the Essex Carers Hub, a countywide carers specialist support service that improves the wellbeing, resilience and quality of life of unpaid carers aged 18 and over. The Service also includes a counselling offer for Young Carers and Young Adult Carers under the age of 18 who are referred by Essex Youth Service. For the purposes of this tender a Carer is defined as follows; "A person who provides unpaid care and support to a family member, partner, friend or neighbour who could not manage without that support due to illness, frailty, disability, mental health need, substance misuse or other support needs. All the care they give is unpaid. A carer can be a young carer (under the age of 18) or an adult carer (over the age of 18). That is ordinarily resident in the Council's administrative area" The following services are in scope of this procurement; - Specialist Information Advice and Guidance - Coaching and Counselling - Peer Support Groups - Wellbeing grants (ordinarily up to £300) - Training and Learning Offer - Single Point of Contact - Employment support (2 year pilot) Please note that authority for carers assessments and personal budgets will still remain with the Council. The services shall be available to Carers resident within the administrative area of Essex County Council, but will have the scope to be expanded to the administrative areas of Southend-on-Sea City Council and Thurrock Council. Following feedback from Carers and the market, the contract is being tendered as a single contract rather than being divided into lots. Carers have expressed a preference for a consistent and co-ordinated service, with clear accountability and minimal disruption. This approach would support continuity of service as it is expected that carers will access more than one of the service elements at any one time, as well as clearer communication and a consistent approach to meeting Carer needs. Please note the contract value includes circa £500k per year available for the provision of the Wellbeing Grants that will be administered by the Provider.

Essex County Council

United Kingdom

10 Nov 2026(11d)

Competitive Flexible Procedure (CFP) Aldbanks Supported Living CBC-2074-CFP-SK

Central Bedfordshire Council is seeking to appoint a suitably experienced provider to deliver supported living services at Aldbanks. The service will provide high-quality, person-centred support to adults with eligible care and support needs, enabling individuals to maximise their independence, maintain their wellbeing, and participate fully in their local community. The successful provider will work collaboratively with the Council, residents, families, health partners and other stakeholders to deliver safe, effective and outcome-focused support that promotes choice, control and independence. This procurement is being conducted as a two-stage Competitive Flexible Procedure under the Procurement Act 2023. At this first stage, Suppliers are required to complete the Participation and Selection Questionnaire. Following evaluation, the four highest-scoring qualified Suppliers will be invited to participate in Stage 2 and submit a full Tender Response. The Council will provide as much support and information as it can to help guide Suppliers through the tender process. Questions raised by Suppliers, together with the Council's responses, will be shared with all Suppliers through the Procurement Portal to ensure a fair and transparent process. If there is anything you are unsure about or require clarification on, please use the Correspondence facility within the In-Tend electronic tendering system. Deadline for submission of clarification questions: Monday 26 October 2026. Completed Participation and Selection Questionnaire responses and supporting attachments must be submitted electronically via the In-Tend system. Responses must be uploaded through the "My Return" section of the system. Responses submitted through the Correspondence facility will not be considered. Deadline for submission of completed Participation and Selection Questionnaire responses: Monday 2 November 2026 at 12:00 noon.

Central Bedfordshire Council

United Kingdom

£2.8m

5 Nov 2026(6d)

Tourism Campaign - Digital Marketing

This contract is to provide North York Moors National Park with Digital Marketing for our Tourism Campaign running through 2027. The contract will commence in November 2026 and complete in February 2028.

North York Moors National Park

United Kingdom

10 Nov 2026(11d)

CPU 7328 Development for Social Housing of former United Reform Church, Clifton

Nottingham City Council is a unitary authority providing all local government services for its 300,000+ citizens, from waste collections and clean-up teams to public health, social care and locally maintained schools. The Authority also works with a wide variety of partner agencies such as NHS, other local authorities etc, and manages a wide range of services, delivered both directly by the Council and through external contractors, with a large and diverse supply chain. The objective of this procurement is the development of the former United Reform Church site for social housing. The value including VAT is £5,562,300

Nottingham City Council

United Kingdom

£4.6m

2 Dec 2026(33d)

Stone Walling at Milton Road Cemetery in Weston-super-Mare

Weston-super-Mare Town Council is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from suitably experienced and qualified companies for Collapsed Stone Walling at Milton Road Cemetery with an estimated value of £75,000. The purpose of this project is to rebuild a section of a retaining wall at the Milton Road Cemetery in Weston super Mare. The wall is in the Weston Super Mare Conservation area. The project aims are to: Rebuild a collapsed section of stone retaining wall with improved stability and matching the existing appearance. The company will need to have proven and demonstrated experience in similar projects and the wide-ranging skill bases to achieve the various elements of the contract which include providing temporary support to retained ground, demolishing and removing collapsed and unstable sections of stone walling, carefully salvaging and setting aside stone for reuse, constructing new concrete foundations, installing drainage measures to reduce pressure on the retaining structure, and reconstructing the stone wall to replicate its existing character and appearance. It is the intention of the Town Council to assess the tender submissions through the use of a quality matrix weighted, 60% to the cost and 40% to the Quality. Weston-super-Mare Town Council are using a notifiable below threshold under the Procurement Act 2023 - UK4 - Tender Notice. This process will consist of two stages: • Stage 1 - Expression of Interest (current) • Stage 2 - Tender stage All companies and organisations who meet the requirements of the Stage 1 criteria set out below, will be provided with tender documents, following the conclusion of the expression of interest period. INDICATIVE PROGRAMME Process Date Expression of interest Deadline 12 noon - 06/11/2026 Checks/evaluation of expressions of interest and confirmation of tender list 09/11/2026 Tender packs to go out 16/11/2026 tender deadline 18/12/2026 Tender Analysis 04/01/2027-15/01/2027 Amenities, Culture and Leisure Committee 25/01/2027 Notification of award 26/01/2027 Works start February 2027 Dates are indicative and may be adjusted. COUNCIL REQUIREMENTS Companies from whom Weston-super-Mare Town Council procure goods and services must demonstrate that all practicable steps are being taken to allow equal access and equal treatment in employment and service delivery, as appropriate to the nature of the contract. Following a decision made by Weston-super-Mare Town Council in July 2020, the Council is committed to working with Contractors who pay the Real Living Wage to their employees. Companies from whom Weston-super-Mare Town Council procure goods and services must be able to demonstrate an excellent Health and Safety record, accordingly contractors that cannot demonstrate an excellent record, free from enforcement action, will not be considered. Contractors must also be able to demonstrate how they provide social value with the work being carried out, within parameters set out by the Town Council. Weston-super-Mare Town Council will evaluate the Expression of Interest submissions received, and shortlist qualifying companies to invite tenders for the project. Registration of interest does not imply inclusion on the tender list. Tender documents will be issued 16/11/2026, work is anticipated to start February 2027. EVALUATION & ASSESSMENT OF EXPRESSION OF INTEREST The evaluation will be in accordance with the following criteria, a fail under the Health and Safety criteria will automatically result in exclusion from the tender list. An aggregate of 4 or more fails will automatically result in exclusion from the tender list. Evaluation Criteria Pass / Fail Proven experience in redevelopment building works at public sites/buildings Pass / Fail Financial capability (adequately resourced to undertake the contract works) Pass / Fail Proven experience working for local authority/town council clients Pass / Fail Evidence of an excellent Health & Safety Record (no enforcement action under current leg…

Weston-super-Mare Town Council

United Kingdom

£75,000

18 Dec 2026(49d)

Lightning Protection Systems And Person Safety Systems

Anchor Hanover Group is England’s largest not-for-profit provider of specialist housing and care for those later in life. We manage 54,000 homes for both rent and sale to those aged 55 and over. Lightning Protection Systems (LPS) and Person Safety Systems represent safety-critical assets across Anchor's portfolio. These systems help protect our buildings, residents, employees, contractors and visitors from risks associated with lightning strikes, the resulting fire risk, and working at height activities with fixed assets. Ensuring that these assets are appropriately identified, maintained, repaired and replaced forms an important part of Anchor's compliance and asset management responsibilities. Based on current records, LPS are understood to be present at approximately 262 locations, while Person Safety Systems are identified at approximately 44 locations. Bidders shall note that asset information continues to be reviewed and validated, and should therefore be considered indicative. The future scope of service is expected cover, but is not limited to, the following activities across LPS and Person Safety System assets: - Inspection, testing and PPM (Planned Preventative Maintenance) - Repair (emergency and responsive) - Replacement - Installation - Baseline survey, assessment and inclusion within service activities of undocumented assets - Maintenance of an asset register Anchor defines that an LPS includes the external lightning protection system and associated internal protection or interfaces: - Air termination networks - Conductors - Down conductors - Test joints - Earth electrodes - Bonding - Separation distance arrangements - Surge protection measures where applicable - Warning labels - Inspection pits Person Safety Systems which are expected to fall under the contract's scope are: - Single-point anchors, eyebolts, anchor posts and safety hooks - Horizontal flexible lifelines, rigid rails and travelling anchor systems - Fall restraint, fall arrest and rope access anchor systems - Permanent fixed, freestanding and counterweighted guardrails and edge protection - Permanent fixed ladders, ladder hoops/cages, gates, platforms and roof hatches - Roof walkways, steps, treads, staging and designated access routes - Roof light guards, mesh, covers and fragile-surface protection - Demarcation systems, warning signs, labels and system operating information - Associated structural fixings, baseplates, counterweights, brackets and terminations

Anchor Hanover Group

United Kingdom

PI1301726 - Network Managed Service Provision (NMSP)

The Authority is seeking to procure a fully managed Information Technology (IT), Operational Technology (OT) and Broadcast Network Service to replace its current network services contract, which expires in June 2027. The procurement will deliver a modern Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) solution that supports Parliament's strategic objectives by providing secure, resilient, reliable and user-focused network services for Parliamentarians, their staff and the wider Parliamentary workforce, enabling the continued delivery of Parliamentary business and supporting future digital transformation. The appointed Supplier will be responsible for the end-to-end design, transition, delivery, operation, support, monitoring, security, maintenance and continuous improvement of Parliament's integrated IT, Operational Technology (OT) and Broadcast Network Services environment. This includes full lifecycle ownership and management of all infrastructure, hardware, software, service assets and associated tooling necessary to deliver the Services. The Authority is seeking a Supplier capable of delivering a secure, scalable and future-ready network environment that supports current operational requirements whilst enabling innovation, service evolution, automation and future technology transformation initiatives throughout the contract term. The Service Provider will be expected to deliver secure, resilient and high-performing network services aligned to the Authority's strategic direction, including the UK Parliament Technology Strategy.

Corporate Officer of the House of Lords

United Kingdom

£59.8m

HWTWRP Continued ME4

The Hampshire Water Transfer and Water Recycling Project (The Project) is a Strategic Resource Option (SRO) and a major part of Southern Water’s long-term strategy to address the significant water supply shortfall in Hampshire. By using advanced water treatment technologies, the Project will transform treated wastewater, normally pumped far out to sea, into purified recycled water. This new resource will supplement natural spring water from Portsmouth Water’s Bedhampton Springs, with both sources being stored in the new Havant Thicket Reservoir. This integrated approach will maximise the reservoir’s capacity, ensuring greater water availability, especially during periods of drought. Water from the reservoir will be transferred to our existing Otterbourne Water Supply Works, where it will undergo further treatment to strict drinking water standards prior to going into supply. By establishing a sustainable and resilient water source, the Project will help safeguard essential water supplies for our customers while reducing reliance on environmentally sensitive water sources. The Project consists of a Water Recycling Plant, tunnel and pipeline connections, a High Lift Pumping Station, and a circa 42 km transfer to Otterbourne Water Supply Works inclusive of intermediate pumping stations and break pressure tanks. The Project scope includes Design, Build, Finance, Maintain and Operate (DBFOM) of new water infrastructure, including water recycling, water transfer, and substantial tunnelling works. The Project will be procured using Ofwat’s Direct Procurement for Customers (DPC) model, with a Competitively Appointed Provider (CAP) to deliver the DBFOM project. Under the DPC model, Southern Water plan to openly tender for a CAP. Southern Water has carried out several market engagement exercises to support this procurement. Southern Water does not guarantee that all activities referenced by the CPV codes will form part of any future tender notice(s), nor is the list exhaustive of all activities which may be included in any procurement process under this Project.

Southern Water Services Limited

United Kingdom

Photography Services Framework

The service to be provided is for a flexible, high-quality photography service to support its communications, marketing, media relations, engagement and reputation management activity. To deliver a wide range of events, campaigns, projects, services and initiatives throughout the year which require professional photography for a variety of purposes. This may include, but is not limited to, press and media activity, civic and corporate events, place promotion, regeneration projects, profile-raising, resident engagement, internal communications, award ceremonies, visits, launches, consultations, campaigns and social media content. There will be a maximum of 10 suppliers awarded to the framework, this will be a ranked framework however the Council reserve the right to run a mini competition on specific projects. The annual value is estimated to be in the region of £20,000. - £30,000. There is no guarantee of business.

South Tyneside Borough Council

United Kingdom

£120,000

5 Nov 2026(6d)

Executive Committee Leadership Development Programme

The CAA is seeking a Contractor to design and deliver a leadership development programme for its senior executive leaders. The programme will be tailored to specific operating conditions, align with CAA values and its Living Leadership Competencies, with the aim to equip senior leaders with the skills to lead with impact and maintain the CAA's reputation as a benchmark quality regulator, whilst operating within changing political & economic landscapes. The opportunity is available on the Crown Commercial Services website using the Dynamic Purchasing System Framework for RM6219 - Learning and Training Service. In order to view the documents and submit a bid, suppliers will need to apply to join the CCS DPS Framework for 'RM6219 - Learning and Training Service'; they will need to download the bid pack for this Framework DPS and read the 'Quick supplier guide - how to apply'.

Civil Aviation Authority

United Kingdom

Catering Consultancy Framework Agreement

Framework Agreement for specialist catering consultancy services, including catering strategy, market analysis, commercial modelling, procurement support, contract and concession development, implementation and performance review.

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

United Kingdom

UK2 – Preliminary Market Engagement – Sellafield Limited: Software Asset Management Services

Sellafield Ltd is considering a call for competition for Software Asset Management (SAM) Services under the Technology Services 4 (TS4) Framework Agreement (RM6190) Lot 4 – Infrastructure Management. We anticipate launching this call for competition in October 2026. Sellafield Ltd is seeking supplier insights and feedback on the proposed competition and scope. The scope of the Software Asset Management Services is as follows: • Effective Licence Position (ELP) Assessments o Reconciling software licence entitlements against actual software consumption. o Delivering SAM insights through reporting and analytical services. o Supporting informed decision-making for cost optimisation and risk mitigation. • Software Advisory and Audit Services o Ensuring contractual obligations are met for all licensor audits. o Provision of expert guidance, evidence-based compliance assessments, and audit support. • Software Licensing and Compliance Advice o Comprehensive support for managing and defending of third-party software audits. o Specialised focus on Tier 1 licensor audits to navigate complex requirements. • SAM Tooling & Process Management Support o Front-end and back-end technical support for Flexera (SAM tooling). o SAM process management. o SAM Service Request / Request Fulfilment.

Sellafield Limited

United Kingdom

£4.8m

WBS-FTS-64245 Haematology Testing System

The Welsh Blood Service (WBS) requires an advanced automated haematology analysis system to support blood donor assessment, blood component quality monitoring, research and innovation activities. The proposed solution will be required to provide automated full blood count (FBC) analysis, 5-part white cell differential capability and integrated reticulocyte analysis on the primary analyser. Of particular interest are systems capable of generating the data required to support emerging donor health assessment methodologies, including FlowScore calculation and reticulated haemoglobin analysis for the early detection of iron deficiency in blood donors. The requirement is includes advanced analytical capabilities that support the unique operational needs of a blood establishment. These include fluorescence platelet counting with high accuracy at low platelet concentrations, reticulated platelet measurement, low-level white cell enumeration suitable for blood component quality monitoring, and the ability to perform blood component testing without the need for separate instrumentation. Suppliers should be able to demonstrate how their platforms support routine blood component quality control programmes through dedicated blood bank functionality and provide evidence of successful implementation within blood services, blood centres or comparable blood establishments. WBS is particularly interested in solutions that are supported by robust External Quality Assessment (EQA/EQAS) programmes and can demonstrate meaningful peer group benchmarking through sufficient participant numbers using the same analyser platform and methodology. Suppliers should be able to demonstrate compliance with applicable medical device regulations, support quality and regulatory requirements through a mature quality management system and provide resilient service and maintenance arrangements that minimise downtime and ensure continuity of critical testing services.

Velindre University NHS Trust

United Kingdom

£409,497

4 Nov 2026(5d)

Design and installation of Public Toilet Block at Rendlesham

Design and construction of a new public toilet block at Rendlesham Forest, Suffolk, including detailed design, groundworks, utility connections, manufacture, delivery, installation, testing, commissioning and handover. The facility will comprise an accessible WC with baby changing and stoma-friendly facilities, four ambulatory unisex cubicles, a urinal room, associated external works, and all necessary mechanical and electrical services. The contractor will act as Principal Designer and Principal Contractor and deliver a fully operational facility by March 2027

Forestry Commission

United Kingdom

£130,000

2 Nov 2026(3d)

Participatory Content Capabilities

The BBC is undertaking a Request for Information (RFI) market engagement exercise to enhance its understanding of the market for participatory content capabilities, including voting, polling and quizzing solutions. Interested suppliers are invited to submit a written response via SAP Ariba by the stated deadline. The information gathered will be used to inform the BBC's requirements, procurement strategy and any future procurement activity. Participation in this engagement is voluntary and will not form part of any evaluation process or confer any advantage in any subsequent

British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)

United Kingdom

Supply of Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP) Installation and Associated Works

Eastlight Housing is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to deliver Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP) installation and associated works across its housing portfolio. The service will include the survey, design, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of ASHP systems, together with associated heating, plumbing and electrical works. The contractor will also be responsible for resident liaison, certification, handover, aftercare and any required maintenance or remedial works. The contract will support Eastlight’s wider decarbonisation, energy efficiency and carbon reduction objectives, ensuring installations are compliant, efficiently delivered and provide positive outcomes for residents.

Eastlight Community Homes

United Kingdom

£2.5m

Canton Depot Flooring Works

UK4 Tender notice for Canton Depot Flooring Works. - TFWRL is seeking to procure Depot floor resurfacing works at Canton Train Maintenance Depot, including floor preparation, repairs, slip-resistant flooring installation and associated works within a live operational rail depot.

Transport for Wales Rail Limited (Utility Buyer)

United Kingdom

£333,333

3 Nov 2026(4d)

Specialist Transportation Services Required for NHS Blood and Transplant Donors

Funeral Director Transportation Services within the North West of England for NHS Blood and Transplant

NHS Blood and Transplant

United Kingdom

£30,000

Digital Primary Care Open Framework

PLEASE NOTE - This is not a 'call to action' notice and requires no response to the Authority. This notice is published in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 as a Planned Procurement Notice (UK3). It provides advance notice that NHS England intends to establish an open framework using the competitive flexible procedure for the future procurement of Digital Primary Care General Practice Information Technology (GPIT) solutions, ahead of the publication of a tender notice. Digital systems are fundamental to the delivery of modern general practice services. NHS England's Digital Services for Integrated Care (DSIC) programme is improving digital products across care settings to support and enable an integrated care system, working with technology suppliers to deliver a choice of commonly assured, intuitive and innovative products and services. This framework will be key to this, as well as supporting commitments in the NHS 10 Year Health Plan (10YHP), national digital strategy, and the GP Contract’s digital requirements. For the purposes of this procurement, GPIT encompasses the digital solutions (products and services) that support the commissioning, delivery, administration and continuous improvement of general practice. This includes technologies used by clinicians, administrative staff, patients and commissioners to facilitate access to care, care delivery, clinical decision-making, service integration, population health management and operational efficiency. The technology used in general practice falls into two groups: core digital capabilities needed to deliver care, including the recording, management and access of patient health information (‘Foundation’ Electronic Patient Record solutions); and broader digital capabilities which provide clinical and operational support solutions to complement, extend or enhance the core digital capabilities (sometimes referred to as ‘Non-Foundation’ solutions). The Authority intends to establish a lotted open framework in accordance with section 49 of the Procurement Act 2023. It is anticipated that the framework will provide a simplified route to market for General Practice Information Technology (GPIT), enabling access to innovative digital solutions whilst securing value for money for the NHS. The indicative lotting structure is as follows: • Lot 1: Foundation Electronic Patient Record (EPR) Solutions • Lot 2: Clinical and Operational Support Solutions • Lot 3: Research and Development The above Lots are characterised by the digital capabilities they consist of. For further description of the capabilities listed below, please see the supporting document attached titled ‘Description of Framework Capabilities’. Further details of the requirements for appointment to the framework will be available in the tender documentation. Lot 1 (Foundation Solutions) will consist of the following capabilities: • Appointments Management - GP • Consultation Management - GP • Patient Information Maintenance - GP • Prescribing - GP • Referral Management - GP • Resource Management Lot 2 (Clinical and Operational Support Solutions) will consist of the following capabilities: • Advice and Guidance (Professional to Professional) • Care Plans • Caseload Management • Clinical Decision Support • Communication Management • Cross Organisation Appointment Booking • Cross Organisation Workforce Management • Custom Workflows • Digital Diagnostics • Digital Dictation • Dispensing • Document Management • Domiciliary Care • Emergency Alerts • GP Extracts Verification • Medical Reports • Medicines Optimisation • Population Health Management • Remote Patient Monitoring • Reporting • Risk Stratification • Scanning • Self-Service Appointment Check In • Social Prescribing • Task Management • Telecare • Video Consultation Lot 3: Research and Development This lot will offer successful suppliers on Lots 1 and 2 the opportunity to be involved in research and development to aid the authority with developing and proving out …

NHS England

United Kingdom

£838.7m

DSIT NMS - NEL Flow Programme

United Kingdom

Contract for a Befriending Network

Hartlepool Borough Council has previously commissioned a Befriending Network aimed at reducing social isolation of older people within Hartlepool. Following a service review, we are looking to expand this offer to socially excluded working aged people aged 18 + as well as older people. We would like the successful Provider to develop a Befriending Network that will work with people for a specified amount of time to increase confidence and resilience, reduce social isolation and increase social contact by matching people with volunteer Befrienders.

Hartlepool Borough Council

United Kingdom

5 Nov 2026(6d)

Stage One Competitive Flexible Procedure (CFP) Aldbanks Supported Living CBC-2074-CFP-SK

Central Bedfordshire Council is seeking to appoint a suitably experienced provider to deliver supported living services at Aldbanks. The service will provide high-quality, person-centred support to adults with eligible care and support needs, enabling individuals to maximise their independence, maintain their wellbeing, and participate fully in their local community. The successful provider will work collaboratively with the Council, residents, families, health partners and other stakeholders to deliver safe, effective and outcome-focused support that promotes choice, control and independence. This procurement is being conducted as a two-stage Competitive Flexible Procedure under the Procurement Act 2023. At this first stage, Suppliers are required to complete the Participation and Selection Questionnaire. Following evaluation, the four highest-scoring qualified Suppliers will be invited to participate in Stage 2 and submit a full Tender Response. The Council will provide as much support and information as it can to help guide Suppliers through the tender process. Questions raised by Suppliers, together with the Council's responses, will be shared with all Suppliers through the Procurement Portal to ensure a fair and transparent process. If there is anything you are unsure about or require clarification on, please use the Correspondence facility within the In-Tend electronic tendering system. Deadline for submission of clarification questions: Monday 26 October 2026. Completed Participation and Selection Questionnaire responses and supporting attachments must be submitted electronically via the In-Tend system. Responses must be uploaded through the "My Return" section of the system. Responses submitted through the Correspondence facility will not be considered. Deadline for submission of completed Participation and Selection Questionnaire responses: Monday 2 November 2026 at 12:00 noon.

Central Bedfordshire Council

United Kingdom

2 Nov 2026(3d)