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Young Futures Panels Evaluation

Description: Summary: We are looking to appoint an evaluation partner to review and support the Young Futures Panels Evaluation. Specific Research Questions will include: How, and to what extent, are the Young Futures Panels (YFP) continuing to meet their objectives? How have the Young Futures Panels been implemented across different areas of West Yorkshire and what are the key enablers and barriers to effective delivery? How has the learning from the pilot stage been used to shape and refine YFP implementation and what are the advantages and disadvantages of this in West Yorkshire? The proposed evaluation objectives include: Examine the continued delivery of the YFP identifying areas of good practice and opportunities for further improvement and adaption. Review each areas' theory of change to ensure they reflect current delivery. (read more...)

Summary: The West Yorkshire Combined Authority is inviting bids for the 'Young Futures Panels Evaluation' project, which falls under the 'Evaluation consultancy services' category. This tender aims to appoint an evaluation partner to conduct a comprehensive review and support the ongoing objectives of the Young Futures Panels across West Yorkshire. The contract is available through an open procedure, highlighting opportunities for service providers within the evaluation and research consultancy sectors. Located in the Yorkshire and the Humber region, the contract is currently in the tender stage with submissions accepted until 24th February 2026, 12:00 GMT. The contract period is set to start on 1st April 2026 and end on 31st March 2027.

Project_10223 - EdTech Testbed Programme procurement

Description: The EdTech Testbed market engagement event took place on Thursday, 5 February 2026. If you would like to see the presentation slides and the accompanying Q&A log, and/or meeting recording, please email edtech.testbed@education.gov.uk. If you are interested in being connected with other suppliers for the purpose of forming a consortium, we would be happy to collect your details and share them with other interested parties. Please include your contact information, a brief overview of the type of partnership you are seeking, and a summary of your offer. Please email this information to edtech.testbed@education.gov.uk. ****Initial early engagement notice issued 21st January 2026**** Today, at Bett UK, the Secretary of State announced (see link for further details) that the DfE will be investing an additional PS23m to expand our EdTech (read more...)

Summary: The Department for Education (DfE) is planning a procurement process for the "Project_10223 - EdTech Testbed Programme," under the planning stage. This initiative aims to evaluate EdTech tools in real education settings as part of a four-year research and impact programme from FY 2026-27 to FY 2029-30. The procurement is classified under "Research and development services and related consultancy services," and it is suitable for SMEs and VCSEs. It involves various regions across the United Kingdom, including the North East, North West, and London. The project, announced at Bett UK, involves a £23m investment. Interested suppliers must register on the Crown Commercial Services Dynamic Purchasing System, with an early announcement to allow enough time for registration, which typically takes 15-21 days.

Project_10223 - EdTech Testbed Programme procurement

Description: The EdTech Testbed market engagement event took place on Thursday, 5 February 2026. If you would like to see the presentation slides and the accompanying Q&A log, and/or meeting recording, please email edtech.testbed@education.gov.uk. If you are interested in being connected with other suppliers for the purpose of forming a consortium, we would be happy to collect your details and share them with other interested parties. Please include your contact information, a brief overview of the type of partnership you are seeking, and a summary of your offer. Please email this information to edtech.testbed@education.gov.uk. Today, at Bett UK, the Secretary of State announced (see link for further details) that the DfE will be investing an additional PS23m to expand our EdTech Impact Testbed pilot into the 4-year DfE EdTech (read more...)

Summary: The Department for Education (DfE) is planning a procurement process for the "Project_10223 - EdTech Testbed Programme," under the planning stage. This initiative aims to evaluate EdTech tools in real education settings as part of a four-year research and impact programme from FY 2026-27 to FY 2029-30. The procurement is classified under "Research and development services and related consultancy services," and it is suitable for SMEs and VCSEs. It involves various regions across the United Kingdom, including the North East, North West, and London. The project, announced at Bett UK, involves a £23m investment. Interested suppliers must register on the Crown Commercial Services Dynamic Purchasing System, with an early announcement to allow enough time for registration, which typically takes 15-21 days.

Spatial Telecoms Route Design

Description: The Crown Estate invites tenders from suitably qualified and experienced tenderers to provide Spatial Telecoms Route Design for both Subsea and Coastal Environments preparatory work for Marine Delivery Routemap, the Services to deliver spatial analysis and advisory support to inform our understanding of potential areas of opportunity to install future subsea telecoms cables across both subsea and coastal environments at a UK scale (the "Project"). This is an Open Procedure conducted in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 (the "PA23") as further detailed in this Invitation to Tender ("ITT"). This ITT describes how the procurement will be conducted, including details of the procurement timetable, conditions of participation, award criteria and how to respond to this opportunity.

Summary: The Crown Estate is actively seeking bids for the "Spatial Telecoms Route Design" project, a significant opportunity in the marine research industry. Located in London, the project aims to explore potential locations across UK subsea and coastal environments for the installation of future telecoms cables. This open procedure tender, under the Procurement Act 2023, has a submission deadline of 9th March 2026, with an enquiry period closing on 18th February 2026. The total contract value is £300,000, and the procurement process includes a specific focus on quality and commercial criteria. The contract period will start on 11th May 2026 and could extend until May 2029, contingent on renewals.

Fundraising Manager - consultant support for major grants

Description: BBNPA are seeking a consultant for six months to support the development of its major grants fundraising strategy and bid writing. The primary purpose of this consultancy is to design and deliver a fundraising strategy for income diversification from major donors (foundations, trusts) and write bids to key targets, in support of the nature, climate, water, people and place missions as laid out in the Future Bannau - Dyfodol y Bannau.Working with the Head of Natural Capital Development, the consultant will support income diversification and partnerships, with a key focus on securing major grants from foundations and trusts. The role will be integral to the Authority achieving the desired step change in both culture and approach to these aspects of our income diversification strategy.The role will need to (read more...)

Summary: The Brecon Beacons National Park Authority is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process titled "Fundraising Manager - consultant support for major grants," focusing on consultancy services within the research and development sector. This regional authority seeks a consultant to develop a fundraising strategy, supporting income diversification efforts from major grants. The project is based in Brecon and aims to commence in April 2026, extending over a six-month period, with a deadline for tender submissions on 9th March 2026. The procurement method is open, indicating a transparent and competitive tendering process, and any inquiries should be directed to the Authority before 23rd February 2026.

Maintenance and Development of the Dounreay Data Management System

Description: The Dounreay Data Management System (DMS) is an existing bespoke developed integrated data management system which records the consignment, movement, processing and disposal of all solid waste on the Dounreay site ensuring that there is an audit trail of the verification of waste packages from cradle to grave. The Contract is required to ensure the availability of the Data Management System (DMS) for the users and ensure threats and events are managed appropriately so there is no detrimental impact to the system and its data. Additional to the maintenance of DMS is the requirement to develop and implement new functionality and propose enhanced capabilities to streamline activities.

Summary: Nuclear Restoration Services Limited, located in Warrington, UK, is in the planning phase of a procurement for the "Maintenance and Development of the Dounreay Data Management System." This services procurement focuses on ensuring the availability and enhancement of the existing data management system at the Dounreay site, which manages solid waste records. The contract is structured to include maintenance and development of new functionalities from August 2026 to August 2030, with further notice details to be released by 1st April 2026. The main procurement category is services, specifically within software support services, database systems, and software development, with the procurement following a planned procurement process outlined in document C20891.

The Provision of House Price Index (HPI) Data for the Help to Buy Wales Scheme

Description: DBW is seeking to procure a Supplier to provide an independent House Price Index ("HPI") forecast data spanning twenty five (25) years for the Help to Buy (Wales) Ltd ("HtBW") Scheme. This data is a key input for valuing the HtBW loan portfolio and the valuation is one of DBW's key audit matters. The Fair Value Model is highly sensitive to HPI data and therefore it is vital that the data that goes into the Model is reputable and can stand up to external audit scrutiny.Full details of the service required can be found within the Invitation to Tender.NOTE: The authority is using eTenderwales to carry out this procurement process. To obtain further information record your interest on Sell2Wales at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=161289 (WA Ref:161289)

Summary: The Development Bank of Wales is actively seeking bids for the provision of House Price Index (HPI) data concerning the Help to Buy (Wales) scheme. This tender, categorised under financial, insurance, banking, and research services, is being conducted through an open procurement method. The process is in the tender stage, with key deadlines including a submission of interest by 11th March 2026, followed by an award decision expected by 20th March 2026. The procurement is intended to source reputable and auditable data to assist in the valuation of the Help to Buy loan portfolio, a critical audit consideration for the bank. Interested parties should register their interest via the eTenderwales platform.

18/1295 Interpretation Delivery (Content, copywriting and design)

Description: The supplier will develop coordinated interpretation content and designs across a range of outputs, including digital entry points, gateways and mapboards, town branding, threshold markers, activities and events, sound trail, immersive experiences, schools' kits and laneway public art rest points. The work will require translation of agreed narratives into a coherent and consistent interpretation framework across physical and digital formats.

Summary: The procurement process initiated by Moray Council focuses on a tender titled "18/1295 Interpretation Delivery (Content, copywriting and design)," which falls under the industry category of General Public Services. This project involves developing coordinated interpretation content across digital and physical formats with a delivery location in Moray, UK. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with key upcoming dates being the notice publication on 20th February 2026 and the contract commencement in April 2026. The total budget allocated for this project is £31,500 GBP, and it requires services in areas identified by CPV codes related to interpretation and story development.

ID 5926179 - DFE Tourism NI Employer Recognition Programme

Description: Tourism NI is seeking a supplier(s) to deliver a comprehensive set of activities that will support the implementation of the Employer Recognition Programme (ERP). This programme is designed to assist tourism and hospitality businesses across Northern Ireland in improving their people management practices and achieving accreditation under the programme. This contract will be broken down into 3 Lots: 1. LOT 1: Programme management and administration 2. LOT 2: Employee survey and actionable insights 3. LOT 3: Mentoring Support. Each Lot will be evaluated and awarded independently of each other. There are no restrictions on the number of lots a Supplier can bid for or be awarded. Suppliers must ensure that if they are bidding for multiple Lots that they have the capacity to deliver the services if they (read more...)

Summary: The procurement process initiated by Tourism Northern Ireland seeks suppliers for the "ID 5926179 - DFE Tourism NI Employer Recognition Programme". This initiative focuses on enhancing people management practices within the tourism and hospitality sectors across Northern Ireland. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, using an open procedure with submission details provided on the eTendersNI platform. The tender involves services in the business and management consultancy industry and is classified under research and development services. Key dates include a tender period ending on 9th March 2026, an enquiry period concluding on 27th February 2026, and an award period set to close on 7th April 2026. Contracts will be awarded based on the most advantageous tender, and each supplier has the opportunity to bid on multiple Lots if they can ensure delivery capability.

Preliminary Market Engagement - Security Equipment & Associated Services

Description: CPC's current framework agreement for Security Services is expiring in December 2026, and as a result, we are now beginning the process of engaging with the market to assist in the creation of the new iteration of the framework. This Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) exercise is an opportunity for key suppliers within the market to input on various elements of the tender process and framework set-up. To access the documentation, please see below. Login or register to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17015. Any queries please contact MultiQuote at support@elcom.com

Summary: The Crescent Purchasing Consortium Limited, located in Salford, United Kingdom, is initiating a preliminary market engagement for a forthcoming procurement titled "Preliminary Market Engagement - Security Equipment & Associated Services". This process is in the planning stage as of 6th February 2026. The engagement aims to gather insights from suppliers, leading to the renewal of a security service framework set to expire in December 2026. The industry category focuses on goods such as security equipment, surveillance systems, and related services. Key dates include a scheduled engagement milestone due by 18th February 2026, with future notices anticipated by 6th April 2026. Interested participants can access and register for the opportunity via the dedicated supplier portal.