The purpose of the research is to understand the practical factors that contribute to successful delivery when ICT services are provided across more than one organisation and to identify the arrangements that should be established from the outset to support effective operations, accountability, decision-making and service performance. Rather than focusing solely on formal shared service models, the research should consider a range of collaborative ICT delivery arrangements, including lead authority models, partnership arrangements, jointly managed services and other approaches where responsibility for ICT delivery is shared across multiple councils.
Improvement and Development Agency for Local Government (IDeA)
The University Estates department seeks tenders for the provision of Window Cleaning Services across the following campus locations – City (NG1 4FQ), Confetti College (NG1 3LL), Clifton (NG11 8NS) and Brackenhurst (NG25 0QF). This shall include scheduled and unscheduled on request cleans to numerous multi-storey modern and period buildings. Internal partitions and external signage shall form part of the schedule. Full details are provided as part of the technical specification (Schedule 7). For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Nottingham:-Window-cleaning-services./R2N85QRA9C To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/respond/R2N85QRA9C
To conduct principal inspection of Luton DART civil engineering assets, followed by ongoing general inspections. Also to review structural engineering reports and inspections for a landslip, drains, manholes etc. to be inspected and reviews of all civil structures and assets at the airport.
Provision of employment support service for Southwark residents who meet priority criteria. This is a preliminary market engagement notice please see engagement section for further details.
SDNPA intends to establish a single supplier framework for the provision of Rural Access Infrastructure Design, Engineering and Construction Support Services for South Downs National Park Authority's Access Projects, which will support the ongoing delivery of new access paths (including Centurion Way and Egrets Way), access path improvement projects (including the South Downs Way National Trail) and identified access schemes within the Active Travel Network Plan (2025-2040) across the South Downs National Park. A draft specification is included in the Participation Stage documents.
Founded in 2017 our Trust consists of nine primary schools, four secondary schools and one all through school. Our schools each have their own strengths and character, and together make up the Stowe Valley family, working collaboratively to provide the very best education and opportunities for our pupils. We currently employ 1100 staff and educate over 9000 children across our schools throughout Warwickshire and Northamptonshire. Further information regarding the Trust can be obtained here: https://www.stowevalleymat.com/ Tender information: The successful tenderer will be required to provide excellent catering services to all schools within the Stowe Valley Multi Academy Trust. The contract will be awarded to one catering provider. The contract term being tendered is for three years, with some schools starting on 1st August 2027 and some on 1st Sept 2027 (see schedule below), with a single contract end date of 31st July 2030. There is an option for a further extension period for up to two additional years to 31st July 2032. School name - Contract start date Bilton School - 1st August 2027 Bishops Itchington - 1st August 2027 Byfield School - 1st August 2027 Coten End - 1st September 2027 Kineton High School - 1st August 2027 Myton Gardens - 1st August 2027 Myton School - 1st September 2027 Oakley School - 1st August 2027 Rokeby Primary - 1st August 2027 Southam College - 1st August 2027 Southam Primary - 1st August 2027 Stockton Primary - 1st August 2027 Temple Herdewyke - 1st August 2027 Hillmorton Primary - 1st September 2027 The contract offers an excellent opportunity to review and propose enhancements to the current catering services. This includes but is not limited to; breakfast, morning break, lunchtime and after school services, over the academic year, plus hospitality services upon request. The Trust also includes a year round full time 0-school age nursery. The Client is keen to secure a high quality catering service including fresh locally sourced ingredients prepared on site, with a menu design that is flexible to suit the requirements of the specific students. The Client is proud of their ‘family ethos’ and expects both a tightly managed service and a management style delivered by the successful contractor that supports, encourages and develops the catering staff. In addition, the Client has identified the following key requirements: - The provision of healthy, nutritious and age-appropriate meals and portions, including for the 0+ nursery setting. Here, the contractor must deliver meals in accordance with both the early years foundation stage (EYFS) statutory framework’ and the ‘early years foundation stage nutrition guidance’. Robust arrangements for the management of allergens, special diets and food intolerances. Transparent and accurate invoicing, supported by detailed and auditable financial information. An effective management and governance structure, with clear communication protocols and regular contract performance reporting. The Client is not obliged to accept the lowest price submitted for this tender, rather they are keen to secure ‘best value’ from this contract and to deliver ‘best value’ to the students. Innovative and creative ideas as to how the services can be developed and value added, will be welcomed. The Client seeks a contractor that is keen to work in partnership and who will deliver to its highest abilities, at all times. Competitive Flexible Procedure This procurement will be run under the Competitive Flexible Procedure. This will follow a two stage approach, with stage 1 being the Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ). Here a minimum of 5 candidates (or less, in the event less than 5 meet the minimum criteria) and a maximum of 10 candidates, will progress to stage 2. Any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement and a minimum score of 60% must be achieved. Selected tenderers will then be invited to stage 2, the Invitation To Tender (IT…
West Lancashire Borough Council is seeking to appoint an independent consultant team to undertake an evidence-led review of the development potential of Fleetwood Farm, Banks. The purpose of the commission is to provide objective, professionally independent and evidence-based advice to inform future Council decision-making, having regard to funding (GRA vs HRA), planning considerations, market demand, regeneration objectives, viability, public value, land control, deliverability and financial risk.
BCP Council are seeking to appoint a Lead Designer to lead a team of specialist consultants to develop a design and scope of works in consultation with the client and end user to best meet the needs of the cohort or children that Christchurch Learning Centre will be educating on the site. The primary changes required are to adapt a building originally utilised by adults into a school building suitable for KS3-KS4 students with Social Emotional and Mental Health Needs and externalising behaviours. The Council will be the Client for the project, and all instructions will come from Education and Skills Capital Team unless a specific delegation is agreed in writing. Christchurch Learning Centre will be the End User of the completed facility and will be consulted throughout at all RIBA Stages to ensure that the design meets their requirements. All final design decisions remain with the Client. The project will develop through Gateway approval stages managed within the Education and Skills governance process, which accord with the RIBA Plan of work 2020. NOTE: Bidders should be aware that BCP Council may decide not to continue with the project at any one of the Gateway stages should the estimated costs become prohibitive or internal approvals are not granted. Please refer to 'Appendix 1 - Specification - Design Lead for Christchurch Learning Centre' section 5 ('Project Governance and Structure') which outlines this in more detail.
Wiltshire Council are running a procurement for the installation of solar panels for Wiltshire's boating community, particularly vulnerable liveaboard boat residents experiencing fuel poverty and financial hardship. The project aims to improve affordability of energy, energy resilience and environmental sustainability through off-grid solar energy solutions
This is a project for the refurbishment of kitchens and bathrooms to properties owned and managed by The Client for 3 years with the option to extend by further 2 years.
Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council (the Council) is looking to establish a contract with a single Provider of an independent rail assurance consultant to provide Assessment Body, Approved Body and Designated Body services for the Penistone Station Accessibility Improvements and Car Park scheme.
Poplar HARCA are looking to procure a Contractor for the delivery of a Fire Remedial Works Contract. The estimated annual Contract value is circa GBP300,000.00 to GBP400,000.00 (excluding VAT). This figure does not take into account annual indexation considerations or VAT. It is intended that the contracts will run for a period of five years with the option for renewal, as decided by Poplar HARCA, for an extension of up to a further five years, subject to satisfactory reviews. The maximum duration of the contract is therefore ten years. The following risks have been identified that would impact the performance of the Contract, where the impact cannot be known at this stage but may relate to a Contract modification if the risk was to materialise: 1.Risk of legislative changes, regulatory changes or changes in law during the term of a Contract 2.Risk of unforeseen changes to delivery/operational standards 3.Risk of changes in technology, IT solutions or systems 4.Risk of unforeseen increase in Contracting Authority budgets/increased volume of works/services 5.Risk of unforeseen circumstances that cause the value of the Contract to increase (previous examples include BREXIT, war, pandemic and the cost of living crisis) 6.Risk of unforeseen political impact 7.Risk of unforeseen increase in property volume. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Fire-doors./2N34F669G4 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/2N34F669G4
The Agency requires a dependable supply of Specific Pathogen Free (SPF) eggs for scientific and biological research. The current supply originates from the United States of America (USA). To improve resilience, mitigate supply risks and diversify the geographical origin of supply, the Agency is seeking bids under this tender for SPF eggs sourced from outside the USA.
Optometry Services - Cataract/RIOP/Low Vision community-based eye care services delivered by accredited optometrists to support patients closer to home and reduce unnecessary referrals to Hospital Eye Services.
NHS NORTH EAST AND NORTH CUMBRIA INTEGRATED CARE BOARD
Gloucestershire County Council Supported Accommodation at Trevone House. Gloucestershire County Council is inviting suitably experienced providers to tender for the delivery of Ofsted-regulated supported accommodation at Trevone House. The service will accommodate and support up to 19 young people aged 16 and over, helping them develop independence, practical life skills and prepare for their next stage of independent living.
The Highland Council requires a contractor to operate refuse and recycling collections in West Ardnamurchan and facilitate the running of the Kilchoan Household Waste Recycling Centre and Waste Transfer Station.
The CNC is seeking to procure non-lethal simulation ammunition, including high-reliability marking cartridges, silent and blank training rounds. The ammunition must provide realistic recoil and accurate short-range ballistic performance for close-quarters battle (CQB) training, while avoiding damage to standard armour, equipment or training environments. Weapon conversion kits must be temporary and user-installable, including suitable bolt assemblies, barrel replacements and slide conversions to adapt duty firearms for use with simulation rounds. The conversion hardware must incorporate a mechanical safety barrier that physically prevents the chambering or firing of live, lethal ammunition while installed.
Madron Parish Council invites suppliers to submit tenders for the refurbishment of King George V Play Area. The aim is to deliver a safe, inclusive, imaginative and environmentally sensitive play space and perimeter fencing.