BSS25004 - Grounds Maintenance Framework

Description: The framework is advertised on an 8-year open framework basis, with a maximum award value of PS25,000,000.00, the framework will establish 9 distinct lots, there is no limit on the number of individual lots a contractor can bid for, this will include: * Lot 1 - Grounds Maintenance * Lot 2 - Soft Landscaping Works * Lot 2A - Hard Landscaping Works * Lot 3 - Tree Works and Surveys * Lot 4 - Invasive Species Management * Lot 5 - Drainage and Culverts * Lot 6 - Environmental Cleansing and Waste Services * Lot 7 - Adverse Weather Services * Lot 8 - Playground and External Maintenance * Lot 9 - Biodiversity and ESG Enhancements

Summary: The tender for the project titled "BSS25004 - Grounds Maintenance Framework" is hosted by Barcud Shared Services, based in Cardiff, United Kingdom. This procurement process is at the tender stage, with an invitation for bids on nine distinct lots related to grounds maintenance, landscaping, environmental services, and related activities. The estimated maximum value of the framework over its eight-year span is £25,000,000. Key tender deadlines include the end of the bidding period on 6th February 2026 and the award announcement by 2nd March 2026. This tender falls under the works category with a focus on environmental and maintenance services across the region UKL.

The Provision of Cleaning Materials

Description: Lancashire County Council is currently reviewing and planning a new tender process for the supply and delivery of cleaning materials , throughout the area of Lancashire. The requirement encompasses all cleaning materials, including (but not limited to) cleaning chemicals, detergents, waste bags, toilet paper, paper towels, mops, buckets, etc. The products required will likely be used by a number of services within the Authority, including (but not limited to) County Council buildings, Care Homes and Schools.

Summary: Lancashire County Council is in the planning stage of a public procurement process for the provision of cleaning materials, encompassing goods such as cleaning chemicals, detergents, waste bags, and other essential supplies. This procurement aims to support various services within the council's remit, including County Council buildings, care homes, and schools. The current preliminary market engagement, part of the tender initiation, is an opportunity for potential suppliers to express interest by 9th January 2026 with a planned contract start date of 1st June 2026. The type of procurement method involves a framework agreement, and interested parties are urged to review relevant documents and submit expressions of interest via email.

Supply of Copper Sulphate Solution for Blood Donor Haemoglobin Screening

Description: Framework Agreement for the Supply of Copper Sulphate Solution for Blood Donor Haemoglobin Screening. Please note that the Total Contract Value is the anticipated 'maximum' value of the Framework Agreement and there is no guarantee that the spend under the Framework Agreement will reach this level.

Summary: The NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process for a framework agreement concerning the supply of Copper Sulphate Solution used in blood donor haemoglobin screening. This contract, valued at a maximum of £2.7 million, involves the provision of the solution throughout the United Kingdom, specifically aimed at aiding in the screening process to ensure donor suitability. The procurement process is open, employing a competitive flexible procedure to appoint suppliers to the framework agreement, with important dates including an enquiry period ending on 21st January 2026, tender submissions closing on 6th February 2026, and the expected start of contract awards on 23rd March 2026. This procurement falls within the goods category and adheres to the Procurement Act of 2023, with oversight managed by the central government authority in Bristol.

Gaseous Hydrogen Supply for Experimental Programme

Description: HSE require the supply of hydrogen gas for use during a research test programme. The gas is intended to be used by piping into an existing pressure reduction system which will meter the gas through to a flow management system. Two deliveries are required between 2027 - 2028, each delivery may be up to 800 kg of hydrogen. The gas supply is required for use at the HSE Buxton (SK17 9JN) test site. HSE is seeking to understand the potential cost and implications of this supply. Suppliers should email tenders@hse.gov.uk with any questions and costs associated with supplying the above.

Summary: The Health and Safety Executive (HSE), a central government public authority located in Merseyside, has announced a planned procurement process for the supply of gaseous hydrogen for an experimental programme at their Buxton test site. This procurement falls under the goods category with a primary classification of gases, as per CPV code 24100000. The tender, titled "Gaseous Hydrogen Supply for Experimental Programme," is currently in the planning stage with an open procurement method, inviting competition below threshold limits. Key milestones include the future notice date set for 5th January 2026, with a tender period concluding on 2nd February 2026. Successful delivery is expected to occur between 1st March 2026 and 30th June 2028. HSE is seeking proposals that include questions and cost estimates by the end date of the tender period.

Liquid Hydrogen Supply for Experimental Programme

Description: HSE require the supply of liquid hydrogen for use during various research test programmes. The liquid is intended to be used by piping into an existing release module for use in experiments. 5 deliveries will be required between 2026 - 2028, each delivery may be up to 2.4 tonnes of liquid hydrogen. The liquid hydrogen supply is required for use at the HSE Buxton (SK17 9JN) test site. HSE is seeking to understand the potential cost and implications of this supply. Suppliers should email tenders@hse.gov.uk with any questions and costs associated with supplying the above.

Summary: The Health and Safety Executive, a public authority within the UK central government, is planning a procurement process for the supply of liquid hydrogen as part of an experimental programme. This initiative is detailed under the tender title "Liquid Hydrogen Supply for Experimental Programme" and falls within the "Gases" industry category. The procurement stage is currently in planning, with an open procurement method anticipated. Key dates include the tender period ending on 2nd February 2026 and the contract period expected from 1st March 2026 to 30th June 2028. Deliveries are to be made at the HSE Buxton test site, located in the United Kingdom.

Fluoride Salt Loop

Description: UKAEA aims to procure a molten salt flow loop with the ability to heat, pump and remove samples of test material and molten fluoride salt. The purchase of commercially developed equipment for this application is intended for rapid development of in-house operational skills and experience, as well as generation of scientific data on materials compatibility and salt chemistry.

Summary: The procurement process, managed by the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA), is in the planning stage for the tender titled "Fluoride Salt Loop". This procurement involves the acquisition of a molten salt flow loop capable of heating, pumping, and removing samples of test material and molten fluoride salt. The primary industry category is the procurement of specialised goods, particularly revolving around instruments for measuring flow, level, and pressure of liquids and gases, specialised chemical products, corrosion engineering services, and research laboratory services. The project is based in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom, and the total contract value is estimated at GBP 500,000. Key dates in the timeline include a scheduled market engagement deadline on 7 January 2026 and a contract period running from 9 February 2026 to 24 August 2026.

715735468-RFI UK2

Description: Support Capabilities & Commodities (SCC) is responsible for delivering a wide range of key equipment and services to the frontline, including ongoing overseas operations. SCC currently undertakes the following support activities: - Procurement - Repairs & Maintenance - Safety Management - Obsolescence Management - Inventory Management - Technical and Engineering Services to a raft of Ground Support Equipment (GSE), ancillary ground support equipment and facilities, mechanical (including vehicles) and avionics equipment on all existing aircraft platforms and airfield vehicles. SCC is looking to challenge the existing way it provides its current support to the frontline commands and therefore seeks to engage with industry to determine the best approach to deliver new innovative support to the SCC capabilities. SCC is intending to achieve this objective through a three-phased approach. (read more...)

Summary: Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) has initiated a procurement process under the planning stage, regarding its Support Capabilities & Commodities project. With the main office based in Bristol, UK, this tender seeks to provide key equipment and services to frontline operations, including global deployments. The tender is identified as "715735468-RFI UK2", with industry categories comprising aircraft ground support services, GSE, mechanical and avionics equipment, cargo handling, and related supplies. Significant documentation and preliminary engagement notices have been published as of 17th December 2025, and responses for the Request for Information (RFI) are expected by 30th January 2026. This procurement process, spearheaded by DE&S as a public authority under the central government, offers a value of up to £600 million GBP and involves a phased approach starting 1st June 2027.

HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS / CYNHYRCHION CYNHALIAETH PRIFFYRDD

Description: Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council (The Contracting Authority) is inviting tenders from suitably qualified and experienced suppliers for the supply of highway maintenance products. Mae Cyngor Bwrdeistref Sirol Merthyr Tudful (Yr Awdurdod Contractio) yn gwahodd tendrau gan gyflenwyr cymwys a phrofiadol ar gyfer cyflenwi cynhyrchion cynnal a chadw priffyrdd.

Summary: Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council invites tenders for "Highway Maintenance Products," an open procurement process focusing on delivering various highway maintenance goods. This active tender, initiated on 17th December 2025, falls under the industry categories of highway materials, road equipment, and concrete products. The procurement process encompasses multiple council regions across South Wales, including Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff, and Newport, with the final tender submission deadline set for 16th January 2026. The tender is part of a framework agreement allowing flexibility through options like extending contracts by a year and reopening competition. Key dates include the enquiry period ending on 12th January 2026, award period concluding by 16th February 2026, and the contract starting on 23rd March 2026 with an expected duration until March 2029, subject to renewal options extending till March 2030.

Purchase to Pay and Education Supply Solutions

Description: The Procurement is expected to be split into 2 Lots, with a single supplier appointed per Lot. LOT 1 - P2P Marketplace The service will provide schools and local authorities with access to an electronic marketplace platform for the compliant, efficient, and value-driven procurement of goods with additional services. The platform must be cloud-based, user-friendly, and tailored to the needs of the education sector, supporting integration with existing finance and procurement systems. Core functional requirements: -Marketplace access -Supplier diversity and compliance -Guided buying and policy controls -Spend analytics and reporting -Bulk purchasing and value adding features -Tax and invoicing -Integration and compatibility -User experience and support -Mobile accessibility and fast/smart fulfilment LOT 2 - Education Supply Solutions -Office stationery and equipment -Paper -Janitorial goods -Personal protection equipment -Small (read more...)

Summary: The White Horse Federation, a public authority in Swindon, United Kingdom, is initiating the procurement planning stage for its "Purchase to Pay and Education Supply Solutions" tender. The primary industry categories include goods related to office and computing equipment, printed matter, educational and training services, among others. Value Match Services Ltd is appointed as the procurement specialist for this process. A market engagement session is scheduled for 23rd December via Microsoft Teams to assist suppliers in preparing effectively, with expressions of interest due by 19th December. The procurement, divided into two lots, will commence its contract period from 15th April 2026 to 14th April 2030. The estimated contract value is £100,000,000, part of a framework agreement.

Provision of IVF Media consumables

Description: The aim of this project is to identify the most appropriate and cost-effective IVF media suite to supply to Jessop Fertility, Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS trust.

Summary: The Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is initiating an open procurement process for the provision of IVF media consumables. This procurement planning stage, published on 12th December 2025, outlines the aim to supply Jessop Fertility in Sheffield with an appropriate and cost-effective IVF media suite. The process falls under the industry categories of in vitro fertilisation services and specialised chemical products, with goods expected to be delivered within the region UKE3, United Kingdom. Key deadlines include the tender submission by 27th February 2026 and the enquiry period ending on 13th February 2026. The procurement, valued at £510,000, is subject to an open procedure and will culminate in award completion by 16th March 2026.