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Public Convenience, John Street

Description: Background The Grade II listed Public Conveniences on John Street represent a rare surviving example of early twentieth century public provision and remain a valued part of Porthcawl's town centre. It is therefore important that all recommended repairs and proposed methodologies are carefully considered against recognised Conservation Principles, in order to safeguard the building's significance, protect its fabric and preserve its distinct character. Project Description The project aims to refurbish the existing public convinces to reduce maintenance costs to the council. Current proposed repairs include external fabrics, internal fabrics and services. The project information is included within Appendix D of the tender Documents including current design information and survey information.

Summary: Porthcawl Town Council has initiated a public procurement process to refurbish the Grade II listed Public Convenience on John Street, located in Porthcawl, United Kingdom. This project is under the tender stage and handled by the procuring entity, Initiate. The process employs an open competition procurement method for works within the industry categories of public utilities and construction work. Businesses interested in participating should note the tender submission deadline of 12th June 2026, while the enquiry period closes on 5th June 2026. The estimated contract value is £250,000, with a gross amount of £300,000, and work is scheduled to start on 1st September 2026 and finish by 23rd November 2026.

PROC 25-3188 Tulliallan Cold Water Mains & Fire Hydrant Upgrade Works

Description: The existing mains cold water (MCW) distribution network at Tulliallan Police College is no longer fit for purpose due to ageing infrastructure. The network has a long history with ever-increasing frequency of bursts which are costly to repair and unplanned maintenance can be impacting to the daily operations of the site. Works are for the complete replacement of the entire external MCW on the site for both domestic supply and fire hydrants. Works are also to include for the laying and install of ducting for fibre optic cables.

Summary: The Scottish Police Authority has initiated an open tender process for the project titled "PROC 25-3188 Tulliallan Cold Water Mains & Fire Hydrant Upgrade Works." This contract involves significant infrastructure work at the Tulliallan Police College in Kincardine, Fife, aiming to replace the existing mains cold water distribution network, which is outdated and prone to disruptions. The project also includes laying ducting for fibre optic cables. Interested parties must submit their tenders electronically by 29 May 2026, which marks the end of the tender period. The procurement falls under the category of works within the public order and safety industry, specifically involving water infrastructure and utilities upgrade.

Solar Partnership Market Engagement

Description: Solar Partnership Market Engagement. We are issuing a UK2 Preliminary Market Engagement Notice to formally invite market responses. Our prospectus outlines our objectives and current thinking -- and sets out four high-level questions for which we are seeking written responses to through our e-tendering portal. Written responses should be submitted by May 20th 2026. Following an initial review, we will invite selected organisations to structured follow-up conversations. Sessions will last approximately 60 minutes and will follow a consistent format across all respondents. These sessions are intended to better understand and explore the feedback already submitted as part of the pre-market engagement to the 4 questions included. There is no requirement to prepare additional material beyond your original responses. Discussions will be conducted in a structured and consistent manner (read more...)

Summary: The West Midlands Combined Authority is engaging the market for a Solar Partnership initiative within the energy and related services industry in Birmingham, United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with a focus on preliminary market engagement, and written responses are required by 20 May 2026. This exercise aims to gather insights for the future procurement of solar energy services, exploring innovative financing structures and models for scaling operations. Following a review of submissions, selected organisations will be invited for follow-up discussions scheduled for approximately 60 minutes per session. This procurement process is valued at approximately £780,000,000 and is governed by UK legislation 2023/54. The process will provide an opportunity for businesses to contribute to building local capacity in the West Midlands region.

Heat Network Development in Oxford

Description: Oxford City Council and Partners are seeking an experienced district heating network developer to commercialise and develop a low carbon heat network, through an innovative contractual delivery model.

Summary: Oxford City Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for developing a Heat Network in Oxford under the industry categories of public utilities and low carbon energy. They are seeking pre-market engagement with interested parties to gather insights that may help shape an attractive procurement package. The initiative focuses on services within the regions of Oxford (UKJ14) and involves concepts related to electricity, heating, solar, and nuclear energy. Interested businesses should note the engagement milestone due date of 15 May 2026 and anticipate further notices by 24 June 2026. This procurement process aims to find an experienced district heating network developer to implement a low carbon solution through innovative contractual models starting from 1 November 2026.

Heat Network Development in Oxford

Description: Oxford City Council and Partners are seeking an experienced district heating network developer to commercialise and develop a low carbon heat network, through an innovative contractual delivery model.

Summary: Oxford City Council is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process aimed at developing a heat network in Oxford. This project, titled "Heat Network Development in Oxford," falls under the category of services and involves electricity, heating, solar energy, and public utilities. Interested parties are invited to participate in a preliminary market engagement, with key input sought by 15th May 2026. The Council is exploring innovative ways to package and scope the procurement opportunity, with the expectation of scheduling a contract period between 1st November 2026 and 30th April 2028. Businesses can engage via the Council’s portal to obtain necessary documents and express interest. The future notice date for this tender is set for 24th June 2026. This procurement presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs specialising in district heating network development and low carbon energy solutions. It provides a chance for businesses to showcase their expertise and propose innovative approaches to commercialise and deliver sustainable energy solutions. Architectural, engineering, and construction firms focusing on public utilities will find this opportunity particularly relevant. The Council's commitment to engaging with market participants ensures a collaborative environment that fosters business development and allows organisations to contribute to the city's sustainability goals. Businesses involved in this sector are encouraged to take advantage of the preliminary engagement to inform the Council of their capabilities and insights into the proposed project delivery model.

Northumberland Heat Network

Description: Northumberland County Council plans to run a procurement to appoint a development partner to develop and deliver a heat network in the town of Blyth and to offer the opportunity to develop further heat networks in towns across Northumberland. The estimated capital value of the Blyth scheme modelled at full build out would be c. PS30m, and the estimated capital value of all 8 schemes modelled is expected to exceed c. PS200m.

Summary: Northumberland County Council is initiating a tender process to appoint a development partner for a heat network project in Blyth, with potential expansion into other towns across Northumberland. This procurement is classified under works, involving development ventures in industries such as construction and engineering services, as well as environmental and public utilities. The total capital value for the full build-out in Blyth is estimated around £30 million, while expanded schemes are projected to surpass £200 million. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with a market engagement milestone set for 22nd May 2026 to gauge developer interest. Further notice regarding the tender is expected on 29th June 2026.

Northumberland County Council Heat Networks

Description: Northumberland County Council plans to run a procurement to appoint a development partner to develop and deliver a heat network in the town of Blyth and to offer the opportunity to develop further heat networks in towns across Northumberland. The estimated capital value of the Blyth scheme modelled at full build out would be c. PS30m, and the estimated capital value of all 8 schemes modelled is expected to exceed c. PS200m.

Summary: Northumberland County Council is initiating a tender process to appoint a development partner for a heat network project in Blyth, with potential expansion into other towns across Northumberland. This procurement is classified under works, involving development ventures in industries such as construction and engineering services, as well as environmental and public utilities. The total capital value for the full build-out in Blyth is estimated around £30 million, while expanded schemes are projected to surpass £200 million. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with a market engagement milestone set for 22nd May 2026 to gauge developer interest. Further notice regarding the tender is expected on 29th June 2026.

Framework for the provision of a Tunnelling, Drilling & Shaft Works for Build Only and Design & Build

Description: The Utilities requirement is for the provision of a multi lot Tunnelling, Drilling & Shaft Works Framework for the delivery of works as Build Only and Design & Build across the Utilities regions. The Lots are detailed below. B = Build Only, D&B = Design & Build 1 B Pipe Ramming 1 D&B Pipe Ramming 2 B Thrust Boring 2 D&B Thrust Boring 3 B Horizontal Directional Drilling (25-630) 3 D&B Horizontal Directional Drilling (25-630) 4 B Horizontal Directional Drilling (630-1200) 4 D&B Horizontal Directional Drilling (630-1200) 5 B Horizontal Directional Drilling - Rock Drilling (50-500) 5 D&B Horizontal Directional Drilling - Rock Drilling (50-500) 6 B Timber Heading 6 D&B Timber Heading 7 B Micro Tunnelling 7 D&B Micro Tunnelling 8 B Auger Boring 8 D&B Auger (read more...)

Summary: The procurement process led by SEVERN TRENT WATER LIMITED, in collaboration with HAFREN DYFRDWY CYFYNGEDIG, aims to establish a framework for the provision of Tunnelling, Drilling & Shaft Works, covering both Build Only and Design & Build scopes. With locations spanning across multiple UK regions, this competitive flexible procedure is currently in the tenderUpdate stage as of 23 April 2026, with a response deadline set for 28 April 2026 at 14:00. The procurement category is works related to utilities and construction, with a legal basis under UKPGA 2023/54. Interested parties will undergo a selective procedure starting with Pre-Qualification Questionnaires to shortlist bidders who will further compete in a Request for Proposal phase. Successful bidders will join a framework, enabling allocation of works via mini-competition or direct allocation.

Housing Electrical Framework

Description: The Vale of Glamorgan Council ("the Council") wishes to establish a framework agreement ("the agreement") for the electrical installation, rewiring, testing, inspection, repair and maintenance of its housing stock ("the Works"). The Works will be in the form of a framework and will operate for a period of three (3) years, with the option to extend for up to an additional one (1) year BACKGROUND The Works are required on the Council's housing portfolio of approximately four thousand two hundred (4,200) residential properties, including flats and single- and multi-storey dwellings, located throughout the Vale of Glamorgan area. To ensure compliance with the Welsh Housing Quality Standard requirements and the Council's five-yearly servicing programme, the Council requires a competent partnering contractor ("Supplier") with suitable experience and qualifications to carry (read more...)

Summary: The procurement process initiated by the Vale of Glamorgan Council focusses on establishing a Housing Electrical Framework for the electrical installation, rewiring, testing, inspection, repair, and maintenance across approximately 4,200 residential properties in the Vale of Glamorgan area. Categorised under public authority - sub-central government, this tender, valued at £2,500,000, forms part of the Council's compliance with the Welsh Housing Quality Standard requirements. The procurement method is open and below threshold, ensuring broad competition. Businesses can apply until 22nd May 2026, with the contract beginning on 27th June 2026 and concluding on 27th June 2029, with a possibility of a one-year extension. Interested parties are advised to submit bids via electronic submission, and queries can be made until 14th May 2026.

Operation and Maintenance Services for the Ness Energy from Waste Facility

Description: This is a Prior Information Notice (PIN) only; a Contract Notice will be published once procurement documentation is ready to be issued. Aberdeen City Council, acting as the lead authority, procuring on behalf of users of the Ness Energy from Waste Facility, is seeking to procure the services of a suitably qualified and experienced Contractor to operate and maintain the Energy from Waste Facility. The successful Contractor shall accept and treat all residual waste from the three Councils (Aberdeen City, Aberdeenshire and Moray) from commencement of the service up to a period of 15-20 years (with the potential of a further 5 year extension). It is anticipated that any spare capacity may be filled by securing waste from other third party sources. The value quoted under II.1.5 is (read more...)

Summary: Aberdeen City Council, acting as the lead authority, is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process for the operation and maintenance services of the Ness Energy from Waste Facility. This initiative involves collaboration with Aberdeenshire and Moray Councils and falls under the refuse and waste related services industry category. The procurement seeks a suitably qualified contractor to manage waste treatment processes in Aberdeen City, which is part of the UKM region. The process begins with a Prior Information Notice (PIN) followed by a Contract Notice. The deadline for submitting a Request for Information (RFI) questionnaire is set for 1st May 2026, at 17:00hrs.