RFQ - Technical retrofit training for architects, surveyors, and SPAB helpline (UID 146)

Description: Historic England seeks to commission trainers with technical expertise in building performance evaluation to design and deliver online workshops. These workshops are for Historic England staff and will support knowledge and confidence in the application of Historic England's Advice Note (HEAN) 18 Adapting Historic Buildings for Energy and Carbon Efficiency, released in summer 2024. These workshops will be part of a wider learning programme Historic England are developing to support the application of HEAN18.

Summary: Historic England, a public authority within the sub-central government sector, is seeking to commission trainers for an online workshop series focused on technical retrofit training for architects, surveyors, and the SPAB helpline. The procurement process is at the tender stage under an open competition model with submissions accepted electronically until 15th December 2025. The workshops aim to enhance understanding of Historic England's Advice Note 18, which addresses adapting historic buildings for energy and carbon efficiency. The initiative forms part of a broader learning programme, and interested bidders can find further details and submit responses through the provided procurement system link. The workshops will be delivered to Historic England's team in the United Kingdom, catering specifically to the education and training services, building consultancy services, and preservation of historical buildings categories.

Wayfinding and Interior Signage at the National Library of Wales

Description: The National Library of Wales (NLW) is seeking to procure a wayfinding evaluation, design, production and installation company with expertise in public sector and heritage spaces to undertake the design and installation of a signage and wayfinding system for the interior of the National Library of Wales (NLW). It is a condition of the tender submission that all interested contractors complete an authorised site visit prior to submitting their tenders.NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=158985.The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx.Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response (read more...)

Summary: The National Library of Wales is currently in the tender stage for a public procurement process, seeking services for wayfinding and interior signage at its facility in Aberystwyth, Ceredigion. This procurement falls under services within the architectural, graphic, and interior design categories, emphasising specialty design services. There is an open procurement method allowing wide participation. Interested parties are required to complete an authorised site visit before tender submission, with electronic responses accepted. The tender period closes on 7 January 2026, while the award period concludes on 12 January 2026.

PfH - Responsive Repairs, Disrepair Works and Void Services

Description: Established in 2004, Procurement for Housing (PfH) is a national procurement consortium dedicated to the social housing sector and supported by the National Housing Federation (NHF), Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) and HouseMark. Collectively our Members manage more than 90% of UK' social housing stock, with PfH helping them to achieve efficiency savings using a wide range of services including framework agreements, dynamic purchasing systems, spend analyses, strategy reviews, consolidated billing and comprehensive reporting. PfH is a contracting authority under section 2 of the Procurement Act 2023 and a centralised procurement authority under section 1(4) of that Act. Please refer to www.pfh.co.uk for additional information. PfH is administered by Inprova Limited and is headquartered in the North West of England with over 20 years of expertise and experience (read more...)

Summary: Procurement for Housing (PfH), a consortium dedicated to the social housing sector in the United Kingdom, is conducting an extensive procurement process aimed at establishing a framework for Responsive Repairs, Disrepair Works, and Void Services. This procurement is under an open procedure and covers a range of works, including construction, maintenance, and security services. PfH, supported by various housing institutions, seeks qualified suppliers for this framework that encompasses multiple lots with services spanning across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. The tender process, currently at the update stage, will conclude with awards in February 2026. Interested parties should note the deadline for enquiries on 15 December 2025 and the submission deadline on 12 January 2026.

Health and Safety Services

Description: The Contracting Authority is inviting tenders from Suppliers who can provide a comprehensive Health & Safety (H&S) service to support compliance, risk management, and continuous improvement across its housing management, maintenance, and property development operations. In line with the National Procurement Policy Statement, the Contracting Authority has a strong preference for locally based service providers (which covers Oswestry, through to Shrewsbury and down to Bridgnorth), to facilitate regular on-site visits and build collaborative working relationships. This specification defines eight core service areas, expected deliverables, qualification requirements, and performance standards.

Summary: Shropshire Towns and Rural Housing is inviting tenders for comprehensive Health & Safety (H&S) services, aimed at supporting compliance, risk management, and continuous improvement across housing management, maintenance, and property development operations. This open procurement procedure is positioned within the services category, with a preference for locally based providers around Oswestry, Shrewsbury, and Bridgnorth, facilitating regular on-site collaborations. Enquiries for the tender close on 12th January 2026, and participation submissions are due by 19th January 2026, with the contract award anticipated by 25th February 2026. The contract is set to commence on 1st April 2026 for a term of three years, extendable by two years, and aligns with the legal framework established by the UK Public Procurement Acts.

Automation in Digital Forensics

Description: Surrey and Sussex Police require advanced digital forensic tools to support investigations involving digital evidence. We are particularly looking at where automation and solutions can provide the following: - Rapid extraction and analysis of digital evidence - Support for a wide range of devices and data formats - Integration with existing forensic workflows - Enhanced reporting capabilities for court presentation - Improved efficiency and accuracy in investigations

Summary: The Police and Crime Commissioner for Surrey is initiating a procurement process aimed at enhancing digital forensic capabilities by integrating advanced automation solutions. This process, currently in the planning stage, involves collaboration with forensic solution providers to boost efficiency and accuracy in investigations conducted by Surrey and Sussex Police. The procurement falls under the category of goods, targeting improvements in digital evidence extraction and analysis, among other key areas. The market engagement is set to conclude on 31 January 2026, providing an opportunity for potential suppliers to bring forward innovative solutions. The contract is expected to commence on 1 April 2026 and run through 31 March 2030, with delivery focused within the UKJ2 region, United Kingdom.

Maintenance and Response Contract 2 (M&R2)

Description: This notice relates to the procurement of the second iteration of Maintenance and Response (M&R) contracts. The M&R contracts support the effective operation, maintenance and resilience of the Strategic Road Network (SRN), which is one of the biggest and most important pieces of infrastructure in the country. The SRN is comprised of more than 4500 miles of motorways and major A roads which are at the core of our national transport system. National Highways is looking for suitable contractors to provide and undertake: - Cyclical maintenance - Reactive maintenance to address urgent repairs - Incident response - Severe weather operations and winter maintenance - Operational roadside technology maintenance and schemes - Small asset renewal works such as road markings, soft estate, lighting, road restraint systems and fencing. National (read more...)

Summary: National Highways is planning the procurement of the Maintenance and Response Contract 2 (M&R2) to ensure the seamless operation, maintenance, and resilience of the Strategic Road Network (SRN). This market engagement initiative, currently in the planning stage, invites industry suppliers to participate in preliminary activities, which include an in-person event scheduled for 16 January 2026 in Birmingham. Interested parties must submit expressions of interest by 19 December 2025, with invitations allocated based on early submissions. The contract addresses diverse maintenance needs spanning over 4500 miles of motorways and major A roads across the United Kingdom. A future notice regarding detailed procurement documents is anticipated by early March 2027.

EMFSME ITT

Description: Supply of Electromagnetic Field Strength Survey Meter Sets

Summary: Defence Equipment and Support (DECA), a central government public authority located at MOD Sealand in the United Kingdom, is actively seeking suppliers through an open procurement process for the supply of Electromagnetic Field Strength Survey Meter Sets under the tender title EMFSME ITT. The procurement falls within the category of goods with additional classifications including radiation monitors and non-destructive testing services. Interested parties must submit their proposals by 14th January 2026, with the enquiry period concluding on 10th December 2025. This procurement adheres to the legislative framework of UKPGA 2023/54 and is above the threshold covered by GPA and CPTPP agreements, emphasising electronic submission adherence to stated terms and conditions.

Oxford Burial Meadow

Description: A new naturalistic burial ground with new vehicle access, path networks, furniture and signage, with soft landscape comprising of native woodland, hedgerows, and seeding and establishment of wildflower meadows to allow for burial plots to be created throughout the site over a period of 40 years.

Summary: Oxford City Council is inviting bids through an open procedure for the "Oxford Burial Meadow" project, which involves the creation of a new naturalistic burial ground in Oxford, UK. The project encompasses various works, including vehicle access, path networks, furniture installation, and signage, along with soft landscaping featuring native woodland and wildflower meadows. The procurement is currently active in the tender stage with a submission deadline on 6th February 2026 at 12:00 PM. Interested parties may submit enquiries until 19th January 2026. The contract period spans from 20th April 2026 to 19th October 2028, facilitating works-related opportunities within the landscape architectural services and landscaping sections under industry category CPV codes 71420000, 71421000, and 45112700.

Background Mapping Contract for Multiple Services

Description: New background mapping contract for multiple services

Summary: The Met Office is seeking bids for its "Background Mapping Contract for Multiple Services" through an open procedure. This tender falls under the services category, specifically targeting mapping software and digital mapping services. The contract, valued at £60,000, is planned for regions throughout the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK, with the submission deadline set for 16 January 2026. Interested parties should note that the enquiry period ends on 9 January 2026, while the award period concludes on 29 January 2026. Submissions are to be made electronically via Proactis, in English.

Bacteriology Testing for the Human Milk Bank Service

Description: This Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) is being published by the Business Services Organisation (BSO) - Procurement and Logistics Service (PaLS) for the purposes of informing and engaging with potential service providers regarding the upcoming public competition for Bacteriology Testing for the Human Milk Bank Service based at the Human Milk Bank within Health and Social Care Northern Ireland (HSCNI). This is located in the South West Acute Hospital, Enniskillen (SWAH). Any interested suppliers are required to request further detail via palsgransha.sourcing@hscni.net suppliers will be required to submit their completed questionnaire no later than 3pm 17th December 2025.

Summary: The Business Services Organisation Procurement and Logistics Service (PaLS), located in Belfast, United Kingdom, is currently in the planning stage of a tender for conducting bacteriology testing for the Human Milk Bank Service at Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. This service is based at the South West Acute Hospital in Enniskillen. The industry categories relevant to this procurement include laboratory services and technical testing, analysis, and consultancy services. Interested suppliers must request a questionnaire by 15:00 on 10th December 2025 and submit responses by 15:00 on 17th December 2025. This process is part of the preliminary market engagement which aims to inform and engage with potential service providers regarding the upcoming competition.