2025-103 Technical Advisors to OFTO Team for Tender & Policy

Description: Ofgem is looking to procure the necessary technical advisers for the Offshore Transmission Owners (OFTO) team to continue its regulatory duties. Provision of these services will be crucial and without this, Ofgem will be unable to run effective tender processes for the upcoming tender rounds. The successful supplier will be required to provide specialist technical support to review Ofgem's tender process in evaluating bidders. This will include: Providing advice on the Information Memoranda, guidance documents, evaluation methodology documents, and any further documents as required. This may include helping to implement changes to the EPQ process and documentation if required. Undertaking comparative bid evaluation of the technical sections only at the EPQ Stage and the ITT Stage. The appointed financial advisor shall fulfil the role of Lead Evaluator and (read more...)

Summary: The procurement process involves Ofgem seeking technical advisers for its Offshore Transmission Owners (OFTO) team, essential for maintaining effective regulatory operations. This open procurement procedure falls under the services category and is intended to support upcoming tender rounds. Headquartered in London, Ofgem is a public authority within sub-central government. The process is currently in the planning stage with a future notice date set for 22nd January 2026 and an anticipated contract period from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2030. Business opportunities exist within consultancy services, onshore and offshore services, and research and development consultancy services, offering a total contract value estimated at £3,500,000.

2025-087 Financial Advisors to OFTO Team for Tender & Policy

Description: Ofgem is looking to procure the necessary financial advisers for the Offshore Transmission Owners (OFTO) team to continue its regulatory duties. Provision of these services will be crucial and without this, Ofgem will be unable to run effective tender processes for the upcoming tender rounds. The successful supplier will be required to provide specialist financial support to review Ofgem's tender process in evaluating bidders. This will include: Providing advice on the Information Memoranda, guidance documents, evaluation methodology documents, and any further documents as required. This may include helping to implement changes to the EPQ process and documentation if required. Undertaking comparative bid evaluation of the technical sections only at the EPQ Stage and the ITT Stage. The appointed financial advisor shall fulfil the role of Lead Evaluator and (read more...)

Summary: Ofgem, a public authority operating within the sub-central government sector in the United Kingdom, is planning a procurement process titled "2025-087 Financial Advisors to OFTO Team for Tender & Policy." This is aimed at acquiring financial consultancy services for their Offshore Transmission Owners (OFTO) team situated in London. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage and will follow an open procedure. The anticipated contract, with a gross value of £13.5 million, is scheduled to commence on the 1st of April 2026 and conclude by the 31st of March 2030. Key deadlines include a future notice date set for the 22nd of January 2026.

Electricity Supply

Description: Electricity supplier to Leicester City Council buildings.

Summary: Leicester City Council has announced a planned procurement process for the supply of electricity to its buildings, designated under tender ID PAN3324. This procurement, classified under services related to the oil and gas industry, is set to begin its contract period from 1st October 2028 and end on 1st October 2032. The council, a sub-central government public authority, operates from City Hall, 115 Charles Street, Leicester, UK. Interested parties should note that the procurement is currently in the planning update stage, with crucial communication expected by 2nd October 2027. The estimated gross value of the contract is £5,807,894 GBP.

Gas Supply

Description: The gas supplier to Leicester City Council buildings.

Summary: Leicester City Council is in the planning stage of its procurement process for a contract titled "Gas Supply" aimed at delivering services related to the oil and gas industry. This procurement is classified under services with a substantial estimated contract value of £7,400,000, pointing to large-scale operations. The anticipated start date for the contract is the 31st of March, 2027, with an end date of the 31st of March, 2031. The council plans to release a future notice by the 1st of June, 2026. The location for service delivery is in the UKF21 region, which includes Leicester, United Kingdom. Leicester City Council serves as a sub-central government public authority and is overseeing this significant procurement, which adheres to UKPGA's legal framework as outlined in the legislation from 2023.

The Marketplace

Description: Crown Commercial Service, as the Authority, intends to put in place a Pan Government Collaborative Agreement for the provision of a digital platform providing marketplace, catalogue management and autonomous sourcing solutions to facilitate purchasing of goods and commoditised services across the public sector, to be utilised by Central Government Departments and all other UK Public Sector Bodies, including but not limited to Local Authorities, Health, Police, Fire and Rescue, Education and Devolved Administrations. The solution aims to deliver end users access to a broad pre-qualified and dynamic supplier base, capable of offering a wide range of goods and commoditised services available for purchase and delivery through a digital platform.

Summary: The Crown Commercial Service is initiating a significant procurement process titled "The Marketplace," focusing on the establishment of a Pan Government Collaborative Agreement. This digital platform procurement aims to streamline the purchasing of goods and commoditised services across the UK public sector, including various government bodies such as Local Authorities, Health, Police, Fire and Rescue services, Education, and Devolved Administrations. With a robust budget of £1 billion, the tender will ensure a comprehensive and dynamic supplier base. The procurement stage is currently active with an end date for tender submissions set for 13th January 2026. The contracting will cover regions across the United Kingdom, Guernsey, Isle of Man, and Jersey. Using an open, competitive flexible procedure, the procurement process involves multiple assessment stages, including compliance checks, exclusion grounds, and dialogue stages.

Supply and Delivery of Fuel to Rail and Bus Depots

Description: This procurement process will be managed by First Rail Holdings Ltd. GWR and First Bus Holdings Ltd will have separate contracts for each Lot. First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations. With a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain. All GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content (read more...)

Summary: The procurement process initiated by First Rail Holdings Ltd involves the supply and delivery of fuel to multiple rail and bus depots across the United Kingdom. Managed by First Greater Western Limited, the tender titled "Supply and Delivery of Fuel to Rail and Bus Depots" focuses on categories like gas oils and professional services for the oil industry. The procurement follows a competitive flexible procedure and is split into lots, with separate contracts managed for each region. Key locations include Devon & Cornwall, Cymru, and Yorkshire, among others, reflecting a procurement strategy focused on regional supply. The submission deadline for the expression of interest is December 1st, 2025, with further submissions concluding by December 2nd, 2025, as the tender enters its awarding phase by February 10th, 2026.

Authorising Engineer (AE) for Medical Gas 2

Description: Authorising Engineer (AE) for medical Gas MGPS audit

Summary: Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is planning a procurement process titled "Authorising Engineer (AE) for Medical Gas 2," aimed at securing professional services for the gas industry. Located in Maidstone, Kent, this procurement falls under the services category with an open competition method, though it is below the threshold. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with key dates including the enquiry period ending on 20th December 2025 and the tender period concluding on 30th January 2026. The contract is set to commence on 22nd February 2026 and will last until 21st February 2027. Additionally, a planned future notice is scheduled for 5th January 2026, with early market engagement scheduled by 20th December 2025.

Authorising Engineer (AE) fire 2

Description: AE services for medical gas

Summary: The procurement process involves the Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust seeking services for the role of Authorising Engineer (AE) for fire and medical gas systems. This planned tender is categorised under well-support services and falls within the health sector, specifically for the main procurement category of services. The process is in the planning stage, with an anticipated future notice date of 19th February 2027. The procurement is primarily located in the UK, specifically targeting the region UKJ4, and includes a single lot for AE services. The procurement is initiated as a tender under the legal basis CELEX 32014L0024.

Authorising Engineer (AE) for Medical Gas 2

Description: Authorising Engineer (AE) for medical Gas MGPS audit

Summary: Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is planning a procurement process titled "Authorising Engineer (AE) for Medical Gas 2," aimed at securing professional services for the gas industry. Located in Maidstone, Kent, this procurement falls under the services category with an open competition method, though it is below the threshold. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with key dates including the enquiry period ending on 20th December 2025 and the tender period concluding on 30th January 2026. The contract is set to commence on 22nd February 2026 and will last until 21st February 2027. Additionally, a planned future notice is scheduled for 5th January 2026, with early market engagement scheduled by 20th December 2025.

Supply and Delivery of Fuel to Rail and Bus Depots

Description: This procurement process will be managed by First Rail Holdings Ltd. GWR and First Bus Holdings Ltd will have separate contracts for each Lot. First Bus Operating Companies and First Greater Western Railway Ltd (GWR) require the supply and delivery of fuel to their depot locations. With a focus on sustainability, environment, and carbon reduction, we are seeking Suppliers who share our goals and who will work collaboratively with our businesses to drive continuous improvement through innovation. Supporting and contributing to new trials and development ideas is essential from our supply chain. All GWR rail depots require Gas Oil provided in accordance with BS EN 590:2022, equivalent or better, sulphur free marked and dyed in accordance with HM Revenue & Customs Regulations. The standard applicable for FAME content (read more...)

Summary: The procurement process initiated by First Rail Holdings Ltd involves the supply and delivery of fuel to multiple rail and bus depots across the United Kingdom. Managed by First Greater Western Limited, the tender titled "Supply and Delivery of Fuel to Rail and Bus Depots" focuses on categories like gas oils and professional services for the oil industry. The procurement follows a competitive flexible procedure and is split into lots, with separate contracts managed for each region. Key locations include Devon & Cornwall, Cymru, and Yorkshire, among others, reflecting a procurement strategy focused on regional supply. The submission deadline for the expression of interest is December 1st, 2025, with further submissions concluding by December 2nd, 2025, as the tender enters its awarding phase by February 10th, 2026.