Early Market Engagement Notice - NSIGN HMNB(C) - Soft FM

Description: This engagement is designed to enable the Submarine Delivery Agency (SDA) to engage with the market to welcome innovative ideas on how to develop on the requirements for Soft Facilities Management (Soft FM) services at His Majesty's Naval Base (HMNB) Clyde. The MOD team based at the Naval Base (NB) continues to develop the future requirements for the Soft FM services at HMNB Clyde. The Future Maritime Support Program (FMSP) contract for Soft FM managed and delivered at HMNB Clyde will expire in 2028, this notice commences Early Market Engagement (EME) activities for the Soft FM contract only. The Naval Support Integrated Global Network (NSIGN) Naval Base (NB) project seeks to replace the FMSP Soft FM contract between 2026 and 2028. FMSP contains a total of 10 contracts, (read more...)

Summary: The Submarine Delivery Agency (SDA), based in Bristol, United Kingdom, has initiated the planning stage for a tender concerning Soft Facilities Management (Soft FM) services at His Majesty’s Naval Base Clyde. This procurement process is part of the Naval Support Integrated Global Network (NSIGN) project and seeks early market engagement to shape future requirements for Soft FM services. The current Future Maritime Support Program (FMSP) contracts will expire in 2028, and the new contracts are to be established between 2026 and 2028. As part of this planning phase, the SDA will conduct various engagement activities, such as supplier town halls and one-on-one sessions, starting with a virtual event scheduled for the week commencing 16 February 2026.

Education Transport Services

Description: Bracknell Forest Council is considering establishing an Open Framework agreement for the delivery of Education Transport Services. The new agreement is anticipated to commence on 1st August 2026. In preparation for this, Bracknell Forest Council will be hosting pre-market engagement sessions to engage with potential suppliers regarding the new agreement and to seek feedback.

Summary: Bracknell Forest Borough Council is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process to establish an Education Transport Services agreement. This initiative falls under the services category and involves hiring passenger transport vehicles with drivers. Situated in the region of UKJ11, Bracknell Forest Council is conducting pre-market engagement events to discuss the forthcoming agreement, with sessions scheduled online on 10th February 2026 and in-person on 11th February 2026. Interested suppliers must confirm their attendance by 5th February 2026. This planning phase is crucial for suppliers to understand the council's requirements and the projected start date for the framework agreement is 1st August 2026, with a gross value of £18,000,000.

London E-Scooter Trial Phase 3

Description: This notice is to alert the market that Transport for London has a requirement for the provision of e-scooter rideshare services across London. The London E-Scooter Trial launched in June 2021 and is managed by TfL in partnership with London Councils and London boroughs. Since its launch more than 7 million trips have been made. More information on the trial can be found here: https://tfl.gov.uk/modes/driving/electric-scooter-rental-trial National e-scooter trials have been extended by the DfT up to May 2028. This procurement is seeking to award e-scooter concession contracts from September 2026 up to September 2028 with the option to extend beyond this in line with any future extension by the Department for Transport. This procurement will result in the award of contracts to two e-scooter operators. The contracts resulting (read more...)

Summary: Transport for London (TfL) has issued a planned procurement notice for the London E-Scooter Trial Phase 3, which seeks to award concession contracts to two e-scooter operators. This initiative is part of an ongoing trial that began in June 2021 and is conducted in collaboration with London Councils and boroughs. The upcoming contract period will start on 22nd September 2026 and might extend until 21st September 2028, with options to prolong for an additional three years subject to Department for Transport extensions. The trial is focused on e-scooter rideshare services across London, falling within the industry categories of electric and specialist vehicles, and public road transport services. Key dates include vehicle testing between 27th April and 8th May 2026, with tender submissions due by 24th April 2026. The procurement follows an open procedure, ensuring competition is broad and inclusive.

IWM/2526/Dux/3492: Specialist Logistics for Large Museum Assets at IWM Duxford

Description: IWM Duxford, part of the Imperial War Museums (IWM), is a major heritage site and visitor attraction located on a historic airfield. The site includes 38 listed buildings and operates within a conservation area. This project forms part of the IWM Masterplan and involves the relocation of 37 large historic vehicles from one building to multiple locations across the Duxford site. Objects include: *WWII tanks *Cold War tanks *Contemporary armoured vehicles *Locomotives The moves will be phased from April 2026, ensuring safe, damage-free handling and full compliance with all relevant regulations. Access Code : MDWCHN2NCV For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Hire-of-construction-and-civil-engineering-machinery-and-equipment-with-operator./MDWCHN2NCV To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/MDWCHN2NCV

Summary: The Imperial War Museums, a central government public authority, is seeking tenders for a project titled "IWM/2526/Dux/3492: Specialist Logistics for Large Museum Assets at IWM Duxford". This tender falls under the services category, specifically addressing the relocation and handling of large historic vehicles such as WWII tanks and contemporary armoured vehicles within the IWM Duxford site in the UKH12 region. The process is currently at the tender stage, with an enquiry period ending on 11th February 2026 and submissions closing on 16th February 2026. The procurement method is an open and competitive flexible procedure, and the total contract value is estimated at £206,400. Key stages include a Procurement Specific Questionnaire, the Tender, and an Interview.

Provision of Aerial Surveillance for HMCG

Description: HM Coastguard (HMCG) helicopters and planes, provided under the UKSAR2G contract, have a primary role to provide search and rescue. However, they undertake a range of other missions in support of wider MCA objectives and those of other government departments. In addition the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) require an Aerial Surveillance service to provide near real time situational awareness in support of specialised SAR operations. Therefore the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) is planning to undertake a procurement for this additional Aerial Surveillance service. HMCG will procure for intelligence, search, surveillance and reconnaissance assets that can supply the information required. This service will not require national coverage. Potentially, during a high-risk times, a Coastguard surveillance asset could be operating for a full 24-hour period extending into consecutive (read more...)

Summary: The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA), located in Southampton, United Kingdom, is planning a public procurement process for the "Provision of Aerial Surveillance for HMCG." This procurement falls under the services industry category and involves surveillance and air-sea rescue services. As part of the procurement process, a preliminary market engagement has been scheduled to conclude by January 30, 2026. The procurement is currently in the Planning stage, with the market engagement notice published on January 15, 2026. The planned contract period will begin on January 1, 2027, and will conclude on December 31, 2031. The procurement method indicates an open approach to solutions that can provide persistent maritime situational awareness during high-risk periods.

Provision of Taxi Services to New College Lanarkshire

Description: New College Lanarkshire and South Lanarkshire College require provision of Taxi Services across the Lanarkshire area and intend to form a framework agreement to cover the needs. This will include Planned Hires and Ad-hoc transportation of vulnerable students and business-related staff. Contractors interested in participating in the opportunity should be able to demonstrate at least the following (non-exhaustive list): Have capacity to deliver a prompt and efficient service to all the Colleges participating in this tender, with sufficient resource and processes in place to handle multiple bookings at any one time, in particular term-time peak periods. Commitment to safety, including a strong health and safety record, robust safeguarding practices, and compliance with all relevant transport regulations. Environmental awareness, with efforts to reduce emissions and adopt sustainable transport practices (read more...)

Summary: The procurement process, initiated by New College Lanarkshire and South Lanarkshire College, is currently in the planning stage for the provision of taxi services across the Lanarkshire area. The tender, titled "Provision of Taxi Services to New College Lanarkshire," falls under the services category, specifically targeting the taxi services industry (CPV code 60120000). This procurement will establish a framework agreement aimed at facilitating transportation for vulnerable students and business-related staff. Expressions of interest should be submitted by interested contractors by 4 February 2026. The upcoming Early Market Engagement is scheduled for the week commencing 16 February 2026, with a future procurement notice expected by 2 March 2026.

Micro-Mobility

Description: Procuring a new contract for e-scooter and e-bike hire in Oxford to continue participation in national e-scooter trials run by the Department for Transport.

Summary: Oxfordshire County Council is in the planning phase for a procurement process titled "Micro-Mobility," focusing on the services industry, specifically road transport. This initiative seeks to contract e-scooter and e-bike hire services to continue participation in national e-scooter trials overseen by the Department for Transport. The procurement will address multiple UK regions, including UKC through UKK. The key milestone is a preliminary market engagement with a deadline of 30 January 2026. This process via the 'Find a Tender' service outlines Oxfordshire's commitment to developing sustainable transportation solutions.

Alternative Water & Incident Management - Request for Information (RFI)

Description: Southern Water (SW) is seeking information from suppliers in relation to a potential procurement exercise. The information is not part of the procurement exercise, but your input will be critical in the development of the sourcing strategy and tender documentation. Southern Water is responsible for providing, maintaining, and operating water supply and distribution services covering the counties of Kent, Sussex, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight and providing services for the maintenance, repair, renewal, or improvement of services forming Southern Water's water distribution systems. Southern Water is seeking information on solutions for Alternative Water Supply and Incident Management to ensure continuity of service during clean water supply interruptions. In the event of an outage, whether planned or unplanned, Southern Water have a statutory obligation to provide customers with (read more...)

Summary: Southern Water Services Limited, a private utility in the United Kingdom, is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process concerning "Alternative Water & Incident Management." This initiative focuses on the supply of goods and services to support alternative water supply and incident management, ensuring service continuity during water supply interruptions across Kent, Sussex, Hampshire, and the Isle of Wight. Key milestones include a preliminary market engagement closing on 2nd February 2026. The procurement relates to categories such as water distribution services, emergency equipment, and document management systems, with services to begin on 1st November 2026 and possibly extending until October 2034.

Provision of Taxi Services to New College Lanarkshire

Description: New College Lanarkshire and South Lanarkshire College require provision of Taxi Services across the Lanarkshire area and intend to form a framework agreement to cover the needs. This will include Planned Hires and Ad-hoc transportation of vulnerable students and business-related staff. Contractors interested in participating in the opportunity should be able to demonstrate at least the following (non-exhaustive list): Have capacity to deliver a prompt and efficient service to all the Colleges participating in this tender, with sufficient resource and processes in place to handle multiple bookings at any one time, in particular term-time peak periods. Commitment to safety, including a strong health and safety record, robust safeguarding practices, and compliance with all relevant transport regulations. Environmental awareness, with efforts to reduce emissions and adopt sustainable transport practices (read more...)

Summary: See notice for full details.

Bus Service 69

Description: The Authority is seeking to award a bus contract to a supplier for the following requirements: The supply of local bus services (Boxworth to St Ives). Contract funded with money allocated by the Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority to support local bus services. From 1st June 2026 for 24 months + 12 months. The Authority is seeking to award a contract relating to the provision of Local Bus Services. The contract starts on Monday 1st June 2026. The contractor must be able to provide the full service required from this start date. The Authority reserves the right not to conclude a contract for the service for which the Tender is invited. The Route Schedule details the requirements for these contracts, such as the route, timetable, type of vehicle, (read more...)

Summary: The Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority has initiated a public procurement process under the open procedure for supplying local bus services on Route 69, spanning from Boxworth to St Ives. This tender, titled "Bus Service 69," falls under the Industry Category of Transport services (excl. Waste transport) and Public road transport services. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with key submission deadlines including the enquiry period closing on 6th February 2026 and the tender period ending on 13th February 2026. The contract will commence on 1st June 2026, extending initially for 24 months with the possibility of a 12-month extension, making the maximum contract period 36 months.