Development of a GIS spatial inventory of sand dune communities using the Sand Dune Vegetation Survey of England survey

Description: To digitise (geo-reference) the Sand Dune Vegetation Survey of England survey maps (Radley, 1994). These are currently only available as paper maps which have been scanned by Natural England staff but need to be digitised to make them more widely available and to provide long-term security of this important dataset. The aim of the project is to create a GIS spatial inventory of sand dune communities using the 1980-1990 survey data capturing the appropriate attributes to enable future interrogation.

Summary: Natural England is seeking suppliers for the "Development of a GIS Spatial Inventory of Sand Dune Communities" project. The procurement is under the industry categories of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Environmental Services. The central government body, based in London, aims to convert existing paper maps from the Sand Dune Vegetation Survey of England into a digital format to ensure long-term data accessibility and security. This open competition procurement, under a below-threshold value, has set a submission deadline of 26th January 2026 at 10:00 am. The tender process is currently active and requires interested parties to submit their proposals via email to the designated contact, Louise Denning.

Development of a GIS spatial inventory of sand dune communities using the Sand Dune Vegetation Survey of England survey

Description: To digitise (geo-reference) the Sand Dune Vegetation Survey of England survey maps (Radley, 1994). These are currently only available as paper maps which have been scanned by Natural England staff but need to be digitised to make them more widely available and to provide long-term security of this important dataset. The aim of the project is to create a GIS spatial inventory of sand dune communities using the 1980-1990 survey data capturing the appropriate attributes to enable future interrogation.

Summary: Natural England is seeking suppliers for the "Development of a GIS Spatial Inventory of Sand Dune Communities" project. The procurement is under the industry categories of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Environmental Services. The central government body, based in London, aims to convert existing paper maps from the Sand Dune Vegetation Survey of England into a digital format to ensure long-term data accessibility and security. This open competition procurement, under a below-threshold value, has set a submission deadline of 26th January 2026 at 10:00 am. The tender process is currently active and requires interested parties to submit their proposals via email to the designated contact, Louise Denning.

Laser Ablation Instrument

Description: This tender covers The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority's requirement for a Laser Ablation instrument to be used for sample introduction to an ICP-MS instrument. Apart from equipment supply, UKAEA also seeks installation support and training service from the Supplier.

Summary: The UK Atomic Energy Authority, situated in Oxfordshire, is currently in the 'tender' stage of procuring a Laser Ablation Instrument, intended for integration with an ICP-MS instrument for sample analysis. This public procurement process, initiated on the 16th of January 2026, falls under the 'Detection and analysis apparatus' category within the central government’s public sector procurements. The tender is conducted via an open competition method, below the threshold, inviting bids until the 4th of February 2026 at noon. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their queries by the 28th of January 2026. This procurement is primarily aimed at goods delivery within the UK region.

Provision of Mass Spectrometry for the Centre for Resilience in Environment, Water and Waste (CREWW)

Description: We require the following for the University of Exeter's Centre for Resilience in Environment, Water and Waste (CREWW): Lot 1: LC QQQ Lot 2: LC QTOF Lot 3: AIMS

Summary: The University of Exeter has initiated an open procurement process to acquire mass spectrometry equipment for its Centre for Resilience in Environment, Water and Waste (CREWW). This tender, titled "Provision of Mass Spectrometry for CREWW," falls under the industry categories of mass spectrometers and spectrometers, and is intended to improve the centre's analytical capabilities. The procurement involves three lots: LC QQQ, LC QTOF, and AIMS, with a total estimated value of £1,080,000. Interested suppliers must submit enquiries by 2nd February 2026, with final tender submissions due by 11th February 2026. The contract period for each lot is set from 6th April 2026 to 5th April 2031, and the procurement stage is currently at the tender phase.

Large Scale DED Additive Manufacturing of Structural Steels

Description: The scope of this procurement is to assess technological capabilities relevant to STEP requirements in Large Scale Additive Manufacturing (AM) of structural steels, with a primary focus on 316L steel. We are seeking a full end-to-end solution encompassing design for AM, modelling, high-rate manufacturing, post-processing, and non-destructive examination (NDE). For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://ukifs.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Abingdon:-Steel./JNN7M9633A To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://ukifs.delta-esourcing.com/respond/JNN7M9633A

Summary: The public procurement process currently in the planning stage involves UK Industrial Fusion Solutions Ltd, located at the Culham Science Centre in Abingdon, United Kingdom. The tender, titled "Large Scale DED Additive Manufacturing of Structural Steels," focuses on the industrial category of services, specifically assessing technological capabilities in Large Scale Additive Manufacturing of structural steels. Key dates include a submission deadline for the preliminary market engagement process set for 15:00 on the 29th of January 2026, with the contract period expected to start on the 31st of March 2026 and conclude by the 30th of June 2026. The project is designated to be above the procurement threshold, involving an estimated gross value of £360,000, conducted through a public undertaking method.

Benchtop ED-XRF Spectrometer

Description: The School of Earth & Environmental Sciences at the University of St Andrews invites qualified vendors to submit proposals for a benchtop Energy Dispersive X Ray Fluorescence (ED XRF) spectrometer. The system must provide research-grade multi-element analysis suitable for geological, environmental, and non-standard materials. The tender seeks instruments that meet or exceed the specifications outlined below, including major and trace element precision, REE coverage, software capabilities, sample versatility, and vendor support.

Summary: See notice for full details.

PP-10183b Hornchurch Academy Trust Construction, Infrastructure, Building Works, Installations and Renewables Open Framework

Description: This Invitation to Tender ("ITT") has been issued by Place Group Limited as Procurement Agent of Hornchurch Academy Trust ("the Client"). You are invited by the Client to tender for a position on an Open Framework for the provision of various Construction, Infrastructure, Building Works, Installations and Renewables requirements in accordance with this ITT, including the following categories: a. Category 1; Renewables b. Category 2: Construction and Infrastructure c. Category 3: Building Works, Installations, Repairs and Improvements d. Category 4: Modular Buildings e. Category 5: MUGAs and Sports Facilities f. Category 6: Project Management and Building and Construction Consultancy The Open Framework will act as a scheme of frameworks that provides for the award of successive frameworks on substantially the same terms. The first framework shall be for (read more...)

Summary: The Hornchurch Academy Trust, in coordination with Place Group Limited as the procurement agent, is initiating an active public procurement process for a vast range of construction-related services under an open framework agreement. The tender, titled "PP-10183b Hornchurch Academy Trust Construction, Infrastructure, Building Works, Installations and Renewables Open Framework," invites supplies and services in construction and infrastructure, renewables, and consultancy across the UK. The procurement stage is "tender," with relevant deadlines, such as the submission period ending on 13th February 2026 and the award period concluding by 27th April 2026. This open procedure framework is governed by UK legislation with an expected overall contract value of £830 million over a potential period of eight years.

260001 Contract for the Supply and Delivery of 3 Large Format, High Cadence Cameras Equipment for the Daniel K Inouye Solar Telescope

Description: Queen's University wish to procure 3 large-format, high-cadence cameras to be installed onto the Daniel K Inouye Solar Telescope based in Hawaii for the purposes of scientific research. The cameras will cover a large field of view at the telescope diffraction limit.

Summary: Queen's University Belfast is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process for the supply and delivery of three large-format, high-cadence cameras intended for use at the Daniel K Inouye Solar Telescope in Hawaii. This procurement falls under the category of goods, specifically astronomical and optical instruments, with a gross value of £370,000. The open procedure method is being used, allowing for electronic submissions in English. Key dates to note include the end of the tender period on 16 February 2026 and the award period closing on 23 February 2026. This project is guided by legal standards as per UKPGA 2023/54.

260001 Contract for the Supply and Delivery of 3 Large Format, High Cadence Cameras Equipment for the Daniel K Inouye Solar Telescope

Description: Queen's University wish to procure 3 large-format, high-cadence cameras to be installed onto the Daniel K Inouye Solar Telescope based in Hawaii for the purposes of scientific research. The cameras will cover a large field of view at the telescope diffraction limit.

Summary: Queen's University Belfast is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process for the supply and delivery of three large-format, high-cadence cameras intended for use at the Daniel K Inouye Solar Telescope in Hawaii. This procurement falls under the category of goods, specifically astronomical and optical instruments, with a gross value of £370,000. The open procedure method is being used, allowing for electronic submissions in English. Key dates to note include the end of the tender period on 16 February 2026 and the award period closing on 23 February 2026. This project is guided by legal standards as per UKPGA 2023/54.

Development of a GIS spatial inventory of sand dune communities using the Sand Dune Vegetation Survey of England survey

Description: To digitise (geo-reference) the Sand Dune Vegetation Survey of England survey maps (Radley, 1994). These are currently only available as paper maps which have been scanned by Natural England staff but need to be digitised to make them more widely available and to provide long-term security of this important dataset. The aim of the project is to create a GIS spatial inventory of sand dune communities using the 1980-1990 survey data capturing the appropriate attributes to enable future interrogation.

Summary: Natural England is seeking suppliers for the "Development of a GIS Spatial Inventory of Sand Dune Communities" project. The procurement is under the industry categories of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Environmental Services. The central government body, based in London, aims to convert existing paper maps from the Sand Dune Vegetation Survey of England into a digital format to ensure long-term data accessibility and security. This open competition procurement, under a below-threshold value, has set a submission deadline of 26th January 2026 at 10:00 am. The tender process is currently active and requires interested parties to submit their proposals via email to the designated contact, Louise Denning.