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Rough Sleeper Service

Description: Procured under the PA2023 Open Process. North Tyneside Council and Northumberland County Council are committed to delivering positive outcomes for homeless households. The Service is for the provision of: * A response to reports of rough sleeping across Northumberland and North Tyneside, with verification and support visits completed; * Proactive visits to key hotspot areas across North Tyneside and Northumberland, which are known to rough sleepers; * Assertive outreach support for people sleeping rough in North Tyneside and Northumberland and for rough sleepers who meet the criteria and are placed in temporary accommodation, including, but not limited to, those placed under the Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP); and * The provision and management of 'Somewhere Safe To Stay' (SSTS) temporary accommodation, including support to residents within the scheme. (read more...)

Summary: North Tyneside Borough Council, in collaboration with Northumberland County Council, has completed a procurement process under the Open Procedure method for the provision of Rough Sleeper Services. This initiative, carried out with legal backing from the Procurement Act 2023, involved an array of services designed to support homeless individuals in North Tyneside and Northumberland. The procurement process entered the award stage, with THE CYRENIANS LTD being identified as the supplier. The contract is set to commence on 1st September 2026 and will conclude on 31st August 2029. This £525,000 contract falls within the health and social work services industry category and aims to address rough sleeping through verification, support visits, and the provision of temporary accommodation within the specified regions of the UKC21 and UKC22. Key milestones included tender publication on 17th June 2026 and an award date of 31st July 2026.

Strategic Charging Infrastructure Scheme

Description: National Highways is working in collaboration with the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV), a joint unit between the Department for Transport and the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, to strengthen electricity network capacity to some motorway service areas (MSA) in England. The intention is to create affordable electricity network capacity at these MSAs to enable greater provision of ultra-rapid electric vehicle (EV) charge points to support long journeys. Further details relating to this Strategic Charging Infrastructure Scheme was included in the consultation on the design of the scheme: via this link: https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/electric-vehicles-strategic-charging-infrastructure-scheme/strategic-charging-infrastructure-scheme This scheme is in development, and the final shape and design of the scheme are subject to consideration of responses to this consultation. This pre-market activity is seeking to gather information specifically from (read more...)

Summary: The procurement process for the "Strategic Charging Infrastructure Scheme" is currently in the planning stage, led by National Highways Limited on behalf of the UK central government. This initiative aims to enhance electricity network capacity at motorway service areas (MSAs) across several regions in England, including UKD, UKC, UKF, UKG, UKJ, UKK, and UKH. The procurement process focuses on electrical works, specifically electricity distribution, control apparatus, and engineering design services for civil construction, with an estimated contract value of £190 million, grossing up to £228 million in total. Interested suppliers have until 3rd September 2026 to engage in this pre-market consultation, providing an opportunity to collaborate on shaping the infrastructure required for ultra-rapid electric vehicle charge points.

Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)

Description: Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision) : SN2482 With PA Outbound - Monday AM 07:38 The Kennels, Leicester Lane, Daventry, NN11 3QD 08:50 - Dorothy Goodman School - Dorothy Goodman School, Stoke Road, Hinckley, LE10 0EA Return - Monday PM 15:10 - Dorothy Goodman School - Dorothy Goodman School, Stoke Road, Hinckley, LE10 0EA 16:22 The Kennels, Leicester Lane, Daventry, NN11 3QD * West Northants Council will set a starting price on this contract. * OB - Social, emotional difficulties and non Verbal - Booster Seat

Summary: West Northamptonshire Council has completed a public procurement process titled "Passenger Transport Services 2026 - Route Based (1-8 Seat Provision)" with a focus on transport services for social and emotional difficulties. The procurement was conducted under the legal basis of UKPGA 2023/54, utilising a "limited" procurement method. This tender involved a route-based passenger transport service, starting and ending at different locations in Northamptonshire and Leicestershire, with a contract period from 2nd September 2026 to 23rd July 2028. The contract, carrying a gross value of £90,000, was awarded to H2S Cars Ltd on 1st August 2026, and the project falls under the light-touch regime with limited competition due to its below-threshold nature.

Evaluation and monitoring framework and baseline study for the UK Materials Verification Programme

Description: To develop an evaluation and monitoring framework and baseline study for the UK Materials Verification Programme

Summary: NPL Management Limited, acting as the buyer, has concluded a procurement process titled "Evaluation and monitoring framework and baseline study for the UK Materials Verification Programme." This procurement falls under the services category and is situated in the United Kingdom, specifically managed from Teddington. The process has reached the award stage, with the contract being signed on 7th July 2026, and published details on 1st August 2026. The procurement method was classified as "Below threshold - unknown," and the legal basis for this process is anchored in UK legislation 2023/54.

Keysight N7788C Optical Component Analyzer with Accessories, Support and Professional Services

Description: Purchase of a Keysight N7788C Optical Component Analyzer, connector interfaces, first-year manufacturer support, and professional engineering services for setup and operational support.

Summary: NPL Management Limited, located at the National Physical Laboratory in Teddington, UK, conducted a procurement process to acquire a Keysight N7788C Optical Component Analyzer with accessories, support, and professional services. The procurement falls under the industry category of "Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring." The process reached the award stage on 1st August 2026, with the contract signed on 14th July 2026. The procurement was accomplished through a method classified as "Below threshold - unknown," suggesting a possibly less formal procedure due to the lower value or specific regulatory frameworks.

Recreation Ground Refresh

Description: Summary: Upgrade of facilities on the Layer de la Haye recreation ground, replacing/upgrading some of the existing equipment as well as extending the type of equipment available. The chosen supplier will be able to supply and install all equipment to appropriate safety standards, as well as ensuring safety during works, removal of all spoils/waste and the provision of safety inspections. Install within 6 months of contract award is desired, although it is recognised that weather my impact this timeline. Hence the estimated contract duration is suggested as 12 months to cover all eventualities. Detail: We want to engage a single supplier for the entire solution install - Recreation Ground Refresh on New Cut, Layer de la Haye, opposite the Village Hall. Out of the existing items, we want (read more...)

Summary: The Layer De La Haye Parish Council is seeking proposals for the "Recreation Ground Refresh" project, which involves upgrading and extending existing facilities in their playground. This procurement initiative falls under the industry category of playground equipment and is located in Layer De La Haye, United Kingdom. The procurement is at the tender stage, with submissions closing on 30th August 2026. The process follows an open competition method below the threshold, indicating a simpler and more accessible submission procedure. The estimated value of the contract is £160,000 with a gross amount capped at £192,000, and the project is anticipated to begin on 1st October 2026 with a completion aim by 30th September 2027.

Window Cleaning Services

Description: PROCUREMENT DESCRIPTION To carry out window cleaning on all glazing and specified building areas at the Royal Armouries Museum and New Dock Hall in Leeds. Complying with all Health & Safety regulations (inc. Working at Height) and following industrial best practices. CURRENT SERVICE SCOPE Fortnightly Visits * Ground floor building entrance areas including auto doors (inside and outside including the fold back glass inner doors) * Dockside Ground floor frontage including the RA shop and Masters Restaurant Windows (Inside and outside) * New Dock Hall: All of frontage glazing inside and outside Quarterly Visits - Jan - Apr - Jul - Oct * Regular windows and glazing - both internal and external surfaces * Slit windows - both internal and external surfaces * Triangular viewing windows - both (read more...)

Summary: The Royal Armouries Museum, a public authority sub-central government body located in Leeds, has initiated the planning stage for a tender concerning "Window Cleaning Services." The procurement process is set to begin with a market engagement notice published on 1st August 2026. Businesses interested in participating need to request a supplier questionnaire by 7th August 2026, with a submission deadline by 17th August 2026. The contract covers various cleaning services within the museum and New Dock Hall facilities in Leeds, with a projected start date of 1st May 2027. This service-based procurement falls under the main procurement category of services and carries an estimated contract value of £400,000, inclusive of VAT, with the possibility of optional extensions.

Man Guarding Services

Description: Procurement Description The provision of requested security services for museum internal/external guarding at Royal Armouries Leeds & Fort Nelson (Portsmouth). Door Supervision at Fort Nelson, and call-out services for rapid mobile response to alarm activations and other out-of-hour emergency response at Fort Nelson. Current Service Scope The service covers the following but not limited to: * Static guarding at designated internal and external locations, including entrances, galleries, public areas, back-of-house areas and perimeter points. * Patrolling services including routine and ad hoc patrols of buildings, external grounds, car parks and other identified risk areas. * Access control for staff, visitors, contractors and deliveries, including monitoring entry and exit points and challenging unauthorised access. * Incident response including dealing with security incidents, disturbances, emergencies, suspicious activity, theft, vandalism and (read more...)

Summary: The Royal Armouries Museum, a public authority under sub-central government, is in the planning stage of a tender process for the provision of security services titled "Man Guarding Services." The project location includes the Royal Armouries in Leeds and Fort Nelson in Portsmouth, focusing on security service delivery for both internal and external duties. Key deadlines include requesting a supplier questionnaire by 7 August 2026 and returning it by 17 August 2026. The procurement falls under the services category with an estimated contract value of £216,000, comprising an initial term of £130,000 with optional extensions valued at £86,000. The project aims to integrate new social value criteria, such as fair work practices, into the quality evaluation.

Service and Maintenance of Fire and Security Systems

Description: Procurement Description: To service and maintain all systems that cover 3 sites in Leeds and 1 at Fort Nelson. For Leeds and the Fort, this covers security access management intruder systems. Fire detection, and alarm equipment are for 3 sites at Leeds only. To be managed to the highest operational standards, through a fully comprehensive planned preventative maintenance schedule in compliance with all relevant Health & Safety Regulations and industry standards. Ensure continuous monitoring and responsiveness through an approved system, such as Redcare or an equivalent monitoring service. Current scope *Fire systems (Leeds only) - fire alarm and detection systems, control panels, interfaces, detectors, call points, sounders, and associated equipment *Security systems (Leeds and Fort) - intruder alarms, access control systems, CCTV, door entry/intercom systems, monitoring connections, and (read more...)

Summary: The Royal Armouries Museum, a public authority in the sub-central government sector based in Leeds, is in the planning stage for a procurement process initiated on 1st August 2026. This process involves the service and maintenance of fire and security systems across three sites in Leeds and one at Fort Nelson. Key milestones in this procurement include a supplier engagement phase, where suppliers are invited to offer feedback on the social value criteria by 17th August 2026. The industry categories pertinent to this tender are fire detection and alarm systems, as well as security equipment and installations. With a gross estimated contract value of £380,000, the initial contract period is set to commence on 1st March 2027, concluding on 28th February 2030, with potential extensions until 2032.

CP1185-15 Provision of Passenger Transport Dynamic Purchasing System

Description: Provision of passenger transport dynamic purchasing system: Lot 1 PCV Contracted transport (including option for provision of Contractor Escorts) Lot 2 Hackney / Private Hire transport (including option for provision of Contractor Escorts) Lot 3 Driver and Escort provision Lot 4 Ambulance Transport to include qualified crew Lot 5 Public transport Lot 6 Other car provision (including option for provision of Contractor Escorts)

Summary: The procurement process, titled "CP1185-15 Provision of Passenger Transport Dynamic Purchasing System," has been completed by Devon County Council and Torbay Council. The process, under the restricted procedure method, covers the industry category of transport services for various lots, including PCV Contracted Transport, Hackney/Private Hire Transport, among others. The procurement took place in the UKK4 region, with recent contracts awarded and signed between January and June 2026, highlighting stages such as contract award on various contracts with suppliers.