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715855513 - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement

Description: Space portfolio and ISTARI Industry Day - Monday 29th June This industry day will be delivering an update on the National Armament Directive's (NAD's) Space portfolio landscape, providing an overview of the planned work and developments within the organisation's purview across all Space Capabilities. The day will also specifically focus on ISTARI (Space Based Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance) Industry Day and include a briefing from the Authority to Industry, aimed at providing an up-to-date report on the scope, vision and context status for the Ministry of Defence's (MoD's) ISTARI programme. ISTARI is the overarching programme initiated to deliver the UK's Space Based - Intelligence Surveillance Reconnaissance (SB-ISR) end-to-end requirements. ISTARI will cohere, integrate and adopt various Operational Concept Demonstrators (OCDs) to deliver an 'in-service' ISR capability under one (read more...)

Summary: The Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S), a branch of the UK's Ministry of Defence, is planning a tender process for the ISTARI programme, focusing on Space Based Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance (SB-ISR) capabilities. The contracting process is currently in the planning stage, with an in-person engagement event scheduled for 29th June 2026 at MoD Abbey Wood in Bristol. Registration for the ISTARI Industry Day is open until 5th June 2026, although it may close earlier if capacity is reached. The procurement plan involves a comprehensive update on space capabilities under the National Armament Directive and offers networking opportunities with various stakeholders. The process is conducted under the UK's public procurement regulations and is intended for the defence and space industry sectors.

West Midlands First Contact Assessment and Referral, Restorative Justice, and Hate Crime Victims Services

Description: MARKET ENGAGEMENT EVENT - THURSDAY 14th MAY 2026 - 4pm. Sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/victims-services-provider-market-engagement-event-tickets-1988012919157?aff=oddtdtcreator The Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for the West Midlands, Simon Foster is embarking on an ambitious transformation of victim services across the region. This service specification invites applicants to submit innovative and creative proposals aimed at enhancing support for victims of crime, ensuring that victims' needs are at the core of service delivery. The goal is to achieve positive, sustainable outcomes at the local level, where victims feel supported, heard, and empowered throughout their journey, whether they are going through the criminal justice system. The West Midlands has a diverse and growing population, and the PCC is keen to ensure that services are tailored to the specific needs of all individuals. The aim (read more...)

Summary: The Police and Crime Commissioner for West Midlands is overseeing a planned procurement process titled "West Midlands First Contact Assessment and Referral, Restorative Justice, and Hate Crime Victims Services." The contracting authority is located at Lloyd House, Colmore Circus Queensway, Birmingham, with a postal code of B4 6AT. The procurement process is in the planning stage as of 1st May 2026 and includes a market engagement event scheduled for 14th May 2026. The open procurement procedure focuses on services within the general public services, justice, and community service categories. The deadline for the tender period is set for 1st July 2026, while the award period will conclude by 15th July 2026.

National Homicide Service

Description: National Homicide Service providing support to bereaved families and eyewitnesses of homicide. Please note: The contract value is presented as PS24.4m exclusive of VAT and we will require tenders to be submitted with proposed costs excluding VAT to allow fair comparison.

Summary: The Ministry of Justice has launched an open tender for the "National Homicide Service", a strategic procurement aimed at providing support to bereaved families and eyewitnesses of homicides. This tender, classified under justice and welfare services, spans various regions across the UK and adheres to the "light touch" regime, confirming its significant public interest. The procurement process is currently active, with key deadlines including an enquiry period ending on 29th May 2026 and submissions due by noon on 30th June 2026. The estimated contract value is £24.4 million, exclusive of VAT, highlighting the need for accurate financial proposals to ensure fair comparison among bids.

RM6404 Postal Services and Solutions 2

Description: This commercial agreement will be the recommended vehicle for all postal services and solutions required by UK Central Government. This procurement is for the provision of a multi Supplier Framework Contract which will consist of multiple lots covering various requirements for Postal Goods and Services to meet the current and future needs of the public sector. The new Framework Contract will replace the existing Framework Contract (RM6280 Postal Goods and Services) and includes services that will capture new technologies and innovations to support Buyers in adopting improved communications processes and transforming their mailroom operations to become more digital environments.

Summary: The Government Commercial Agency is currently in the planning phase of procuring a new commercial framework titled "RM6404 Postal Services and Solutions 2", which aims to cater to the postal needs of the UK Central Government. Set within the services category, this procurement process offers a multi-supplier framework contract encompassing various lots for postal equipment and services, including the integration of new technologies to digitise mailroom operations. The market engagement phase is scheduled from May 2026 to November 2026, with detailed workshops and webinars planned. The procurement's total estimated value is £3.24 billion, and the framework agreement is designed to support the transformation to digital mail environments, extending from September 2027 to August 2030, with potential renewal options.

NAIROBI RAILWAY CITY TA

Description: Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) are seeking proposals for delivery of Technical Assistance for Nairobi Railway City Technical Assistance Project (NRC TA) in Kenya. The contract would require the supplier to provide expertise to support Kenya Railways to fully develop and unlock the economic potential of the Railway City Project in Nairobi, Kenya. The Supplier will provide the strategic oversight of the Railway City Project, leadership, stakeholder management to ensure the effective delivery of day-to-day operations of the Contract. This will also include identification, development and delivery of Technical Assistance activities, oversight and management of the Technical Assistance expertise commissioned. The NRC TA contract will contribute to broader national objectives, including stimulating economic growth, generating employment opportunities, expanding future transport capacity, and delivering a mixed used climate (read more...)

Summary: The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has initiated a procurement process for the Nairobi Railway City Technical Assistance (NRC TA) Project in Kenya. This open tender invites proposals to provide technical assistance for the project, with the aim of supporting Kenya Railways in unlocking the economic potential of the Railway City in Nairobi. The estimated contract value is up to £2 million, with the potential for a 24-month extension. The tender process is currently in the active stage, with a submission deadline on 29th May 2026. The procurement falls under the industry category of foreign economic-aid-related services and is part of the light-touch regime, aimed at enhancing transport infrastructure and supporting economic growth in Kenya. The project is set to commence on 3rd August 2026 and conclude by 31st March 2028, with the location of services specified as Kenya.

Pakistan Portfolio Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (PMEL)

Description: This EME focuses on programme design of Pakistan Portfolio Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (PMEL) Programme, which will strengthen delivery of the UK development portfolio in Pakistan by enabling a more coherent, portfolio-level approach to evidence, learning and accountability. It will provide independent monitoring and verification, proportionate programme-level evaluations where gaps or risks exist, and portfolio-wide synthesis and analysis (including dashboards and thematic reviews) to support Country Business Plan delivery, Portfolio Strategy oversight and senior decision-making. PMEL will support adaptive management, improve value for money and avoid duplication where programmes already have active MEL arrangements. PMEL will be procured as a single contract through the Global Evaluation and Monitoring Framework Agreement (GEMFA 2). The contract will deliver two complementary components over an indicative five-year period (FY 2027-28 to 2031-32): (read more...)

Summary: The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for its Pakistan Portfolio Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (PMEL) programme. The aim is to improve the delivery of the UK's development portfolio in Pakistan by providing independent monitoring and evaluation services. This tender falls under the services category and is valued at £13,000,000. The procurement is part of a strategic initiative to harness evidence, learning, and accountability to enhance the Foreign Economic Aid-Related Services sector. An Early Market Engagement event for interested suppliers is scheduled for 19th May 2026, offering an opportunity to discuss the project further. The contract is expected to run from January 2027 to January 2032, predominantly based in Pakistan but managed from the FCDO's London office at King Charles Street.

Sudan Stability Programme (SSP)

Description: The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) are exploring the option to procure a delivery partner/consortium who can lead our work on civil society and protection of civilians in Sudan for The Sudan Stability Programme (SSP). The SSP is a new programme following on from the Sudan Stability and Growth Programme (SSGP), which aims to continue and deepen the UK's conflict resolution and mitigation work previously delivered. With no permanent UK presence in Sudan and a rapidly evolving conflict environment, the SSP will support local civil society, strengthen civilian protection, and reinforce national and regional diplomatic efforts. Building the conditions for a national-level dialogue with engagement from civil actors. The SSP's key objectives are to: * Support grassroots civil society groups and local conflict management as means to (read more...)

Summary: The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) is in the planning stage for the Sudan Stability Programme (SSP), which aims to enhance conflict resolution efforts in Sudan. The procurement process is currently in its early stages, with a focus on selecting a delivery partner or consortium to lead civil society work and civilian protection efforts within Sudan. The industry category for this tender is foreign economic-aid-related services, with primary activities to occur in Sudan. Although the full procurement is planned to begin delivery in the financial year 2027, a Preliminary Market Engagement (EME) session is scheduled for 25th March 2026 to help inform the design of the programme, with a future notice set for 12th August 2026. The programme is expected to support civil initiatives, with funding up to £39 million over five years, specifically allocating approximately £30 million for this project component.

1300 - Occupational Health, EAP and Associated Health and Wellbeing Services Framework

Description: YPO are working in partnership with the London Borough of Islington to reprocure the 3rd iteration of their Occupational Health, EAP and Associated Health and Wellbeing Services framework offering a broader reach to the whole public sector through a national framework split into 8 regions procured through the Open Procedure under PA23 offering 2 re-opening periods in years 2 and 5 to encourage a broad mix of suppliers within the market. The Lot structure supports a full end to end wellbeing solution for the Public Sector offering: Occupational Health Services, Employee Assistance Programmes (EAP), Health and Wellbeing Related Training Courses, Flu Vaccination Programmes, Modern Employee Assistance Programmes (EAP) and Student Assistance Programmes (SAP) for Higher Education 16 years +. The framework offers both the Competitive Selection Process and (read more...)

Summary: The Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation (YPO), in partnership with the London Borough of Islington Council, is leading the procurement process for the third iteration of the Occupational Health, Employee Assistance Programmes (EAP), and Associated Health and Wellbeing Services Framework. This national framework, divided into eight regions, aims to extend its reach across the public sector; the procurement method employed is the open procedure. Key dates to note include the clarification deadline on 1st May 2026, the tender period ending 18th May 2026 at 14:00, and the contract start date on 1st October 2026. The tender encompasses various services within the health sector, including health training, counselling, and occupational health services, further contributing to public service infrastructure.

Future Employment Support

Description: The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is intending to procure new employment support provision for out of work Universal Credit claimants. It will provide personalised and tailored support that is responsive to the needs of individuals and the local area. This will include skills, training and work experience; matching participants with employers through job trials, jobs fairs and job brokering; support with self-employment; intensive and repeated support with applications and interviewing; support in managing health conditions in the workplace; support with travel and childcare; and specialist support (e.g. ESOL, addiction). Support will be available across England and Wales and will be integrated within local labour markets. DWP is co-designing the provision with Mayoral Strategic Authorities to ensure it is tailored to the needs of local labour markets. (read more...)

Summary: The Department for Work & Pensions (DWP) is planning a procurement process for the "Future Employment Support" initiative, aimed at providing personalised and tailored support to out-of-work Universal Credit claimants. Scheduled as a tender with an engagement stage, this notice invites suppliers to attend a virtual market engagement event on 2 June 2026 via Microsoft Teams. Interested parties must register by 29 May 2026. The procurement covers services across England and Wales, focusing on education, training, and social security. Although the procurement is in the planning stage, it aims to integrate within local labour markets, working closely with Mayoral Strategic Authorities. The initiative targets public services, with the final programme details subject to internal approval, reflecting a light-touch approach under specific legal frameworks.

Administration of FORS

Description: This notice is issued to determine market interest in the forthcoming re-tender of the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) Administration Concession Contract, which is currently anticipated to expire in July 2027. Transport for London (TfL) is seeking to engage with potential providers ahead of this future procurement opportunity. Further details regarding the tender process will be shared in due course. Please note that all dates referenced are indicative and subject to change. The Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) is an accreditation scheme to incentivise and recognise exemplary best practice for freight vehicle and fleet safety, efficiency and environmental standards for freight operators. The scheme audits fleet vehicle operators and awards bronze, silver and gold accreditations by asking them to demonstrate exceptional levels of best practice in safety and (read more...)

Summary: Transport for London (TfL) is currently in the planning stage for the administration re-tender of its Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) concession contract. This initiative falls under the services category and is related to vehicle-fleet management and public road transport services, with a substantial contract value of £75.6 million GBP gross. The procurement process is anticipated to commence shortly and the current strategy includes an Early Market Engagement phase, with interested parties expected to respond by 22 May 2026. The contract is scheduled to begin on 8 July 2027 and aims to promote fleet safety and efficiency across the UK. Potential suppliers, particularly those within the vehicle-fleet management and administration services industries, will find this opportunity rewarding as it aligns with TfL's commitment towards road safety and environmental performance, further contributing to London's Vision Zero goal. Interested businesses are encouraged to engage with TfL for further information and to express interest.