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Alternative Equipment Manufacturer Framework

Description: Procurement of a Framework for the provision of end-to-end engineering services, including design assurance, validation through prototype sourcing and testing, support to competitive tendering, and quality engineering support for the mass production of reverse-engineered components. The purpose of the framework is to deliver financial savings to TfL by enabling alternative and competitive sources of supply for London Underground rolling stock components

Summary: The procurement process, initiated by Transport for London (TfL), involves the creation of an "Alternative Equipment Manufacturer Framework" aimed at sourcing end-to-end engineering services for London Underground rolling stock components. The procurement, falling under the services category, is currently in the planning stage and seeks to provide financial savings through competitive alternative sources. The framework covers engineering design and support services, and the planned contract period will run from 1st July 2027 to 1st July 2031. Based in London, this opportunity requires interested parties to express their interest by 26th June 2026. The estimated value of this procurement stands at £5.4 million gross.

Preliminary Market Engagement - Events and Activities Countywide

Description: Preliminary Market Engagement for Events and Activities across the County of Durham

Summary: Durham County Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Preliminary Market Engagement - Events and Activities Countywide," focused on services within various sectors including the hotel, restaurant and retail trade, exhibition, fair and congress organisation, education and training, recreational, cultural and sporting, as well as other community services. The procurement is taking place in the United Kingdom, specifically within the County Durham region. As of now, the key date to note is the deadline for returning the Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) form by 7th July 2026. The tender is set under the legal framework of the UK Public Contracts Regulations of 2023, and it's expected to commence from 1st August 2026, extending potentially until 2030.

Provision of Sheriff Officer Services - Highland

Description: The Highland Council are seeking the provision of Debt Collection Services to support the recovery of Council Tax, Non-Domestic Rates and Sundry Debts.

Summary: The Highland Council is currently inviting tenders for the provision of Sheriff Officer services to support debt collection activities in Highland, UK. The process is in the tender stage, with a focus on collection agency services. The procurement is being conducted through an open procedure, departing from Inverness, and targets the services industry category under CPV code 79940000. Interested parties must submit their electronic applications by 13th July 2026, with the tender officially opening on the same date at 13:00. The contract encompasses a period of 1,800 days, with options for renewal up to a total of 24 months. The estimated contract value is £1,800,000. Businesses must ensure compliance with the legislative requirements and be registered with the Society of Messengers-At-Arms and Sheriff Officers to be eligible to compete.

2025-061 Technical Auditing for Engineering

Description: This procurement is for auditors to be employed by the Authority, to carry out asset management audits and engineering asset assurance inspections at gas and electricity sites. Ofgem requires a supplier to assess, inspect and investigate the asset management systems and equipment of licensees with a view to providing assurance that suitable governance is in place and equipment is being maintained in accordance with the relevant standards in practice. In order to do so, the suppliers may be required, but not limited to the following pieces of work: Item 1 The suppliers would provide their expert view on the following: Whether the Licensee's asset management policies and procedures are fit for purpose and consistent with international best practice. Additionally, the supplier would provide an assessment of asset management (read more...)

Summary: The current procurement process, initiated by Ofgem, is in the tender stage and pertains to "2025-061 Technical Auditing for Engineering." The contract involves conducting asset management audits and engineering assurance inspections at gas and electricity sites across the United Kingdom, specifically targeting key infrastructural components such as transformers and compressors. The process is executed under an open procedure, encouraging broad participation from qualified entities. Interested parties have until 12:00 noon on 9 July 2026 to submit their tender responses via the designated postbox facility. The procurement, valued at an estimated £4,000,000 gross, holds significant strategic importance, reflecting a commitment to maintaining compliance with international standards and ensuring asset integrity throughout principal utility sites. This initiative is set to commence in September 2026 and extend until September 2028, with a potential option for a two-year renewal.

Highways and Infrastructure Professional Services Contract

Description: As many organisations will be aware, Norfolk County Council ("NCC") recently conducted a procurement exercise for its highways professional services contract ("PSC") which it was unfortunately unable to conclude, and therefore it could not proceed to award a contract. NCC is currently reviewing the approach taken to that competition with the intention that it will, in due course, commence a new competition to replace the current PSC Contract, which is currently provided by WSP and expires on or before 31 March 2028 (the "Opportunity"). The intention is that the newly appointed PSC provider will work closely with Kier, NCC's recently mobilised term maintenance contractor (since April 2026). NCC expects that the PSC will provide for professional services relating to topics including but not limited to highways, bridges and (read more...)

Summary: Norfolk County Council is currently in the planning stages for its upcoming Highways and Infrastructure Professional Services Contract, expected to have an annual value of £7 million, excluding VAT. This tender falls under the services category and aims to engage with suppliers in the UK, specifically around the Norfolk region. Key dates include a deadline for submitting responses to the market engagement questionnaire by 25 June 2026, with potential face-to-face supplier meetings scheduled for 30 June and 1 July 2026 at Bird & Bird LLP's London offices. The procurement method will utilise the competitive flexible procedure in line with the Procurement Act 2023.

Invitation to Tender for the development and delivery of an Age Friendly Project through Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council PEACEPLUS programme

Description: Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council invites Tenders from suitably experienced and qualified service providers for the development and delivery of an Age Friendly Project. The Age Friendly Project is one aspect under the priority area- Building Peaceful and Thriving Communities of our Local PEACEPLUS Action Plan. The primary focus of this project is to improve the quality of life of older people within the ABC Borough by addressing the needs and outcomes identified within the ABC Age Friendly Strategy and Action Plan 2022-2025- see Appendix A

Summary: The City of Armagh Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council has announced an active procurement process, inviting tenders for the development and delivery of an Age Friendly Project, part of the PEACEPLUS programme aimed at building peaceful and thriving communities. This project is intended to improve the quality of life for older people within the ABC Borough. The tender is in the stage of active solicitation and is classified under the services sector. It is open to an open competition below the threshold with a gross budget of £60,000. Interested parties must submit their proposals by 2nd July 2026, with the inquiry period ending on 25th June 2026. The execution of the contract is scheduled from 1st August 2026 to 31st March 2029, and the procurement process includes a quality and price-based award criterion of 80% and 20%, respectively.

Enforcement Agency Services

Description: The procurement of Enforcement Agency services for - Revenue and Benefits - Parking

Summary: The London Borough of Croydon is seeking to procure Enforcement Agency Services aimed at Revenue and Benefits and Parking. This procurement is in the planning stage, with a pipeline notice recently published on 11th June 2026. This service falls under the industry category of collection agency services (CPV code 79940000) and will be executed across the United Kingdom. The planned contract period is from 1st January 2027 to 31st December 2030. Prospective suppliers should take note of the future notice date set for 3rd August 2026, ensuring readiness for bidding activities as further details are expected to be revealed around that time.

Manned Guarding, Front of House & Security Concierge Services

Description: The Authority has an ongoing requirement for the provision of Site Security Services and Front of house concierge services. The services are provided at multiple locations within the County of Lancashire for the Authority. The core services of the contract are as detailed below: * Manned Guarding o Static Guarding o Access Control / Door Supervision o Mobile Patrol Officers (foot & vehicle) o Corporate special purpose o Events o K9 Handlers o Key Holding o Alarm Response o Reactive security works * Front of House / Security Concierge services * Transport Safety Officers (PTSO's) Services required on an ad hoc basis as detailed below: * Close Protection Officers * Security Consultancy The services will be provided for the following Service areas within Lancashire County Council: * Facilities (read more...)

Summary: The Lancashire County Council is currently in the tender stage for the provision of Manned Guarding, Front of House, and Security Concierge Services across multiple locations within Lancashire county. This procurement, identified by the title "Manned Guarding, Front of House & Security Concierge Services," falls under the services industry category with a primary focus on security services. The open procurement procedure is set with a gross estimated value of £12,000,000 and spans from 1st September 2026 to 31st August 2028, with potential renewals extending the period to 2030. Interested parties should note the tender submission deadline is by 6th July 2026, with the awarding process concluding on 24th July 2026. Bidders are required to submit their proposals electronically via the Fusion Supplier Portal.

GB-Newcastle Upon Tyne: T25-0047 Start Up Support Services Lot 8 Business Coaching

Description: NOTE: This notice was updated on 11 June 2026 for the following reason: Is this notice suitable for SMEs? The original notice stated 'no'. This has now been amended to state 'yes'.(The University is seeking to procure advice, guidance and support for students and graduates that are either considering the idea of self-employment or business start-up as a chosen career path, or who are looking to develop enterprising skills and entrepreneurial mindset to enhance their employability. Support will be delivered using a mixed methods approach, through dedicated one-to-one mentoring sessions, workshops, in-residency days at our on-campus Incubator, as well as through bootcamp style events. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE VALUE STIPULATED IS FOR THE TOTAL CONTRACT WHICH CONSISTS OF EIGHT LOTS)

Summary: Northumbria University at Newcastle is actively seeking to procure services for the T25-0047 Start Up Support Services Lot 8 Business Coaching, focusing on providing advice and guidance for students and graduates interested in self-employment or enhancing their entrepreneurial skills. Categorised under 'Miscellaneous business and business-related services', this opportunity will be conducted via an open procedure. The tender is situated in the North East of the United Kingdom, with key deadlines including a tender end date of 7th July 2026 and a contract period running from 1st August 2026 to 31st July 2029. This procurement process is in the Tender stage, with a comprehensive approach involving workshops and mentoring sessions.

GB-Newcastle Upon Tyne: T25-0047 Start Up Support Services Lot 7 Sales

Description: NOTE: This notice was updated on 11 June 2026 for the following reason: Is this notice suitable for SMEs? The original notice stated 'no'. This has now been amended to state 'yes'.(The University is seeking to procure advice, guidance and support for students and graduates that are either considering the idea of self-employment or business start-up as a chosen career path, or who are looking to develop enterprising skills and entrepreneurial mindset to enhance their employability. Support will be delivered using a mixed methods approach, through dedicated one-to-one mentoring sessions, workshops, in-residency days at our on-campus Incubator, as well as through bootcamp style events. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE VALUE STIPULATED IS FOR THE TOTAL CONTRACT WHICH CONSISTS OF EIGHT LOTS)

Summary: Northumbria University at Newcastle is currently engaged in an active tender process titled "GB-Newcastle Upon Tyne: T25-0047 Start Up Support Services Lot 7 Sales," initially published on 9 June 2026. The contract seeks to procure advice, guidance, and support services for students and graduates interested in self-employment or business start-ups, particularly in developing entrepreneurial skills. The tender falls under the industry category of "Business and management consultancy and related services," with a specific focus on the North East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement follows an open procedure, with a total contract value estimated at £500,000. The tender period is set to conclude on 7 July 2026, at 10:00 AM, and the contract is anticipated to commence on 1 August 2026, lasting until 31 July 2029.