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715794488 - PPA/017 - Naval Firefighting Helmet & Communication System

Description: National Armaments Director Group, Power, Propulsion and Auxiliaries (PPA), on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, is procuring a replacement Firefighting Helmet & Communication System (FFHCS) for use aboard Royal Navy vessels. The helmets are to integrate with existing personal protective equipment, radio systems, and ancillary equipment. PPA supports multiple defence areas by delivering and sustaining systems that generate energy, provide propulsion, and enable cross-cutting auxiliary functions aboard naval vessels, including domestic, fire and rescue, and catering systems. The requirement is for a commercially available firefighting helmet incorporating an integrated communications system comprising a bone-conducting microphone, speaker(s) and push-to-talk functionality, compatible with in-service Motorola R7Ex radios and existing firefighting personal protective equipment. The current firefighting helmet and communication configuration is obsolete. The requirement is intended to provide a (read more...)

Summary: Defence Equipment and Support, on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, is buying replacement firefighting helmets with integrated communications for use aboard Royal Navy vessels. The requirement is for a commercially available, off-the-shelf helmet and communications system, including a bone-conducting microphone, speakers and a wired push-to-talk unit. The system must work with in-service Motorola R7Ex radios, which the Authority will source separately, and integrate with existing firefighting protective equipment and ancillary equipment, including breathing apparatus, hoods and protective clothing. The replacement is intended to support firefighting, search and rescue, incident command and training. The contract also covers packaging and delivery of the complete system, plus technical, maintenance, cleaning, repair, product-life and NATO codification information. Delivery is in the United Kingdom.

Sound Exposure Monitoring and Management

Description: The BBC operates five full-time orchestras, the BBC Singers and two amateur choruses across the United Kingdom. Together, BBC Orchestras and Choirs undertake a wide range of rehearsals, performances, broadcasts, recordings, education projects and touring activity each year. As part of its commitment to the health, safety and wellbeing of orchestral musicians, singers and other staff, the BBC has an ongoing interest in understanding and managing exposure to elevated sound levels during rehearsals, performances, recordings, broadcasts and other music-making activity. The BBC recognises that sound exposure management within professional music environments can be complex. Exposure levels may vary considerably depending on factors such as repertoire, instrumentation, venue acoustics, amplification, stage layouts, rehearsal schedules and individual positions within an ensemble. Through this RFI, the BBC wishes to engage with (read more...)

Summary: The BBC is exploring sound exposure monitoring and management services to help protect the health, safety and wellbeing of musicians, singers and other staff. Its five full-time orchestras, BBC Singers and two amateur choirs work across the UK, undertaking rehearsals, performances, broadcasts, recordings, education projects and tours. Sound exposure can vary with the music, instruments, venue acoustics, amplification, stage layout, rehearsal schedule and each person’s position in an ensemble. The BBC wants to understand what capabilities are available in the market, how comparable organisations manage sound exposure in professional music settings, and what developments may be emerging. The work would support music-making activity across the BBC’s UK orchestras and choirs.

Social Media Management Platform.

Description: TITLE Social Media Management Platform Ref SMBC 26061 The Communications team began using a social media management tool in 2024 as part of broader changes to the way the team works. A social media management tool enables the council to: * Understand what audiences and topics involving the council are trending on social media platforms * Listen proactively to understand reputational issues and risks, and then go on to strategically plan content and campaigns to ensure the council's communications function supports the delivery of the council's strategic objectives and helps boost reputation to aid with recruitment of staff and improved customer experience * Utilise marketing reports and analytics functions that are not available on native platforms to understand engagement across all channels * Measure the impact of campaigns (read more...)

Summary: Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a social media management platform for its Communications team. The software is intended to track audience interests and trending topics, monitor reputational issues, and support planning of communications content and campaigns. It must provide cross-channel marketing reports and analytics beyond those available on social platforms themselves, and help the team measure campaign impact and test messaging with residents. The council also expects the tool to support data-led decisions and identify opportunities to increase revenue. Longer term, it is intended to bring social media data together with other customer-service channels, giving a fuller view of feedback and satisfaction as part of the council’s customer journey work. Delivery is for Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council.

Control Room Technology Support Services

Description: Reprocurement of Control Room Technology Support Services

Summary: National Highways Limited intends to reprocure specialist support services for control room technology across the Strategic Road Network. The work may cover technical, advisory and delivery support for operational technology and communications systems, including resilience, technology transition and modernisation. It is a broad services requirement, spanning technology and communications support, systems consultancy, project management and related technical assistance (including data-transmission equipment, CPV 32260000). National Highways is seeking supplier feedback on how best to structure and procure the services to access the right expertise while retaining flexibility, value for money and effective competition. The buyer is National Highways Limited, a central government public authority. The stated scope concerns its Strategic Road Network; no more specific delivery location is identified.

Integrated Security Solutions (ISS) Works at Walham and Pentir

Description: National Grid Electricity Transmission Plc is seeking experienced and suitably qualified suppliers capable of delivering a fully integrated security solution for critical national infrastructure sites at Walham and Pentir. The requirement is divided into two separate Lots: Lot 1 (Walham) and Lot 2 (Pentir). Suppliers may submit tenders for one or both Lots; however, no supplier will be awarded more than one Lot. Further details in relation to the scope are set out in the Instructions to Tenderers.

Summary: National Grid Electricity Transmission PLC is seeking contractors to design and deliver integrated security works for two critical national infrastructure sites: Walham in Gloucestershire and Pentir in Gwynedd. The works cover security and surveillance systems, including CCTV and alarms, alongside fencing, gates, telecommunications installation and associated engineering and construction. The procurement is split into two site-specific lots, so suppliers can target Walham, Pentir or both. The requirement includes early contractor involvement: initial work covers design development, buildability, risk reduction, programme optimisation and preparation of an open-book target cost, with construction potentially following. The buyer may decide not to proceed to the construction stage after reviewing the target cost, risk reduction, business case and funding.

2026 WS3201649050 OT Network Services (Routers, Switches)

Description: Anglian Water is undertaking early market engagement to inform the future procurement of Operational Technology (OT) Reseller Services. Through this engagement, we are seeking insight from the market to better understand supplier capabilities, service offerings, delivery models, and emerging innovations that can support the continued development and operation of our OT network infrastructure. The objective is to establish a strategic panel of qualified resellers capable of supplying, integrating, and supporting key OT technologies across our operational environment. The insights gathered will help shape our future sourcing strategy and ensure we secure a commercially robust, resilient, and scalable solution that supports critical operations, regulatory compliance, and long-term business objectives. Our key objectives for a future approach include: Securing competitive and sustainable commercial arrangements that deliver long-term value and support (read more...)

Summary: Anglian Water Services Ltd is preparing to procure operational technology (OT) reseller services, focused on network equipment such as routers and switches. The aim is to create a strategic panel of resellers able to supply, integrate and support OT technologies used across Anglian Water’s operational environment. The equipment and services will support its network infrastructure and critical operations, including operational continuity, asset visibility and control, regulatory compliance, and future technology upgrades. Delivery is in the East of England. This is a goods procurement with associated integration, technical support and lifecycle services, rather than a purchase of network equipment alone. Anglian Water is consulting the market to understand suppliers’ capabilities, service offerings, delivery models and innovations before shaping its sourcing approach.

WIRELESS CONFERENCE AND HYBRID MEETING SYSTEM

Description: Ryde Town Council invites you to quote for a wireless conference system for its Council Chamber. You will supply, install, commission and support it. The Council has no preference over brand but the system will need to be compatible with our existing IT equipment. This specification details what the system must do. The Council is open to any solution that works in the way it needs. The Council welcomes quotes from all relevant manufacturers and suppliers. The system must be simple and intuitive to operate from start-up, with no technical knowledge required. Council staff must be able to set up and run meetings confidently using clear, straightforward controls. The system must be quick and easy to set up and must not need continual adjustment. Council staff cannot adjust (read more...)

Summary: Ryde Town Council is buying a wireless conference and hybrid-meeting system for its Council Chamber in Ryde, Isle of Wight. The supplier must provide, install, commission and support the system. It must serve meetings for up to 18 participants, with shared microphones acceptable, and allow meeting audio to be cast wirelessly to a loudspeaker for the public. It must support hybrid participation or observation through Zoom, YouTube and Microsoft Teams, work with the Council’s existing IT equipment and hearing loop, and allow additional units to be added later. The Council streams meetings on YouTube. The controls must be intuitive for staff to set up and run meetings without technical expertise; councillors generally do not bring laptops or tablets, so a laptop- or tablet-dependent microphone system is unsuitable.

CT1845 Film and Photography Services Framework Agreement

Description: The City of Edinburgh Council (the Council) is seeking to establish a Framework Agreement for Film and Photography Services. The appointed Providers will support a range of communications, engagement, and marketing activities through the provision of high-quality film and photography services.

Summary: The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking suppliers for a film and photography services framework supporting its communications, engagement and marketing. Work will be delivered in Edinburgh. The film and video lot covers promotional content across marketing channels, including television and social media; destination marketing; live streaming; event coverage; service information films; and website and digital material for education, training, behavioural change or promotion. The photography lot covers events and launches, marketing campaigns, service information, press opportunities, destination marketing, website content and corporate headshots. Suppliers may bid for either or both lots. The framework is intended to appoint multiple providers and support a range of Council requirements.

PI1301726 - Network Managed Service Provision (NMSP)

Description: 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 (read more...)

Summary: The Corporate Officer of the House of Lords, working with the Corporate Officer of the House of Commons, is seeking one supplier to provide a fully managed network service for the UK Parliament. The service will replace existing network provision and bring together Parliament’s information technology, operational technology and broadcast networks in an integrated Network-as-a-Service solution. The supplier will take end-to-end responsibility for designing and transitioning the service, then operating, supporting, monitoring, securing, maintaining and improving it. The scope includes the infrastructure, hardware, software, service assets and tools needed to deliver the service. It is intended to provide secure, resilient and reliable connectivity for parliamentarians, their staff and the wider parliamentary workforce, supporting parliamentary business and future digital transformation across the Parliamentary Estate.

PI1301726 - Network Managed Service Provision (NMSP)

Description: 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 (read more...)

Summary: The Corporate Officer of the House of Lords, working with the Corporate Officer of the House of Commons, is seeking one supplier to provide a fully managed network service for the UK Parliament. The service will replace existing network provision and bring together Parliament’s information technology, operational technology and broadcast networks in an integrated Network-as-a-Service solution. The supplier will take end-to-end responsibility for designing and transitioning the service, then operating, supporting, monitoring, securing, maintaining and improving it. The scope includes the infrastructure, hardware, software, service assets and tools needed to deliver the service. It is intended to provide secure, resilient and reliable connectivity for parliamentarians, their staff and the wider parliamentary workforce, supporting parliamentary business and future digital transformation across the Parliamentary Estate.