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Child Poverty Strategic Partnerships

Description: Introduction * This information note, along with the accompanying details, is being publicly shared via Find a Tender Service, making it accessible to all organisations in the market. * The purpose of this market engagement is to identify one or more partners who can work with the Department to help improve health outcomes for children living in poverty in England. * DHSC is specifically looking at collaborating on a "value in kind" basis with potential partners to deliver on the aims of the Child Poverty Strategy (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/696646bc99fbdc498faecd98/child-poverty-strategy.pdf), published in December 2025. There is no dedicated funding available for a strategic partnership in this space. This is not a public procurement exercise, nor a paid partnership or sponsorship opportunity and as such it will not lead to the award (read more...)

Summary: The Department of Health & Social Care (DHSC), based in London, is actively seeking strategic partnerships to address child poverty's impact on health outcomes in England. This initiative, titled "Child Poverty Strategic Partnerships," falls under the services industry category, specifically health, social work, and related services, as indicated by the CPV codes. The procurement is currently at the planning stage, with a market engagement notice published to gather insights and explore collaboration opportunities. Responses to the market consultation questionnaire are due by 23:59 on 3rd August 2026. The contracts are expected to start on 4th August 2026 and run until 1st July 2030. The aim is to collaborate innovatively on a “value in kind” basis. Although not a traditional procurement exercise, this engagement outlines potential collaborations rather than a direct procurement process.

Child Poverty Strategic Partnerships

Description: Introduction * This information note, along with the accompanying details, is being publicly shared via Find a Tender Service, making it accessible to all organisations in the market. * The purpose of this market engagement is to identify one or more partners who can work with the Department to help improve health outcomes for children living in poverty in England. * DHSC is specifically looking at collaborating on a "value in kind" basis with potential partners to deliver on the aims of the Child Poverty Strategy (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/696646bc99fbdc498faecd98/child-poverty-strategy.pdf), published in December 2025. There is no dedicated funding available for a strategic partnership in this space. This is not a public procurement exercise, nor a paid partnership or sponsorship opportunity and as such it will not lead to the award (read more...)

Summary: The Department of Health & Social Care (DHSC), based in London, is actively seeking strategic partnerships to address child poverty's impact on health outcomes in England. This initiative, titled "Child Poverty Strategic Partnerships," falls under the services industry category, specifically health, social work, and related services, as indicated by the CPV codes. The procurement is currently at the planning stage, with a market engagement notice published to gather insights and explore collaboration opportunities. Responses to the market consultation questionnaire are due by 23:59 on 3rd August 2026. The contracts are expected to start on 4th August 2026 and run until 1st July 2030. The aim is to collaborate innovatively on a “value in kind” basis. Although not a traditional procurement exercise, this engagement outlines potential collaborations rather than a direct procurement process.

Pre-Market Engagement Questionnaire for Library management system

Description: Pre-Market Engagement Questionnaire for Library management system The Authority would like to investigate the provision of Library management system.

Summary: Bracknell Forest Borough Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process involving a Pre-Market Engagement Questionnaire for a new Library management system. The process is instigated by this sub-central government authority located in Bracknell, UK. The procurement falls under the IT services and software package industries and focuses on services that enhance community, social, and personal services. Key upcoming dates include the invitation for pre-market engagement responses, which must be submitted by midday on Friday, 24th July 2026, via the Tenders Portal. This engagement is a critical step in shaping the procurement process that anticipates a significant contract value estimated at £500,000 to £600,000. The final decision is expected in the near future, with further notices to be issued by 27th November 2026.

Development of a Confederation of Lived Experience Recovery Organisations and Hull's Inclusive Recovery City ambitions

Description: Hull City Council (The Authority) is seeking tenders from interested organisations to provide the Development of a Confederation of Lived Experience Recovery Organisations and Hull's Inclusive Recovery City ambitions. It shall be via the open procedure consisting of a one stage process. The contract is anticipated to commence 3rd August 2026 ending by 2nd August 2027 with an option to extend 2 x 12 month periods at the discretion of the Authority. The Authority has estimated the value of the Services to be PS25,000 per annum. The estimated value is given in good faith to assist tenderers in making their submissions, it should not be interpreted as an undertaking to purchase any goods, services or works to any particular value by the Authority and does not form part (read more...)

Summary: Hull City Council is inviting tenders for the "Development of a Confederation of Lived Experience Recovery Organisations and Hull’s Inclusive Recovery City ambitions." This procurement process, currently in the tender stage, falls under the industry category of social services and is based in Hull, United Kingdom. The procurement follows an open procedure consisting of a single-stage process, with a tender submission deadline set for 16th July 2026. The contract is expected to begin on 3rd August 2026, ending on 2nd August 2027, with an option for two additional 12-month extensions. The estimated annual contract value is £25,000.

Parenting Support Service

Description: Medway Council is seeking to commission a Parenting Support Service as part of the Best Start in Life (BSiL) programme, aimed at improving outcomes for children in the early years. The overarching aim of the service is to provide accessible, evidence-based parenting support and training to families, with a particular focus on increasing the likelihood of children achieving a good level of development at the end of Reception. The service will deliver a blended model of universal and targeted support, combining community-based provision with more intensive home-based interventions. Delivery will include: *Community outreach and engagement, including regular stay-and-play sessions in wellbeing centres and other local venues *A visible presence at community events to promote access and engagement *Home visiting support, including both self-referral and Early Help pathways *Support (read more...)

Summary: Medway Council, a sub-central government public authority located in Chatham, UK, is in the planning stage of a tender process to commission a Parenting Support Service. This procurement, valued at £500,000 (gross: £600,000) and classified under health and social work services, is part of the Best Start in Life programme, aiming to enhance early childhood development outcomes. An online Market Engagement Event is scheduled for 14th July 2026 via Microsoft Teams, providing an opportunity to discuss the service model, procurement process, and timelines. The contract is to commence on 1st December 2026 and will run until 31st March 2029, emphasising community outreach, home visiting support, and evidence-based interventions.

COV - Willenhall - Pride in Place Programme - Request for Quotation

Description: The Council is seeking a supplier, or a consortium of suppliers to provide capacity-building support to the Willenhall Neighbourhood Board as part of the Government's Pride in Place programme.

Summary: Coventry City Council has initiated an open competition tender titled "COV - Willenhall - Pride in Place Programme - Request for Quotation". This procurement process falls under the services category and is focused on delivering capacity-building support to the Willenhall Neighbourhood Board, as part of the UK's Pride in Place programme. The tender is currently active and interested suppliers are invited to submit their quotations by 13th July 2026. The project location is Coventry, UK, and it holds a budget of £65,000. The procurement stage is in the Tender phase, with the contracting period starting on 27th July 2026 and potentially extending through a renewal option until 19th July 2029.

Video Games Exhibition - 2D and 3D Design

Description: SMG wishes to award a contract for the provision of 2D and 3D design for the temporary exhibition Video Games (working title) at the National Science and Media Museum, Bradford.

Summary: The Science Museum Group is inviting tenders for the provision of 2D and 3D design services for the temporary "Video Games" exhibition at the National Science and Media Museum in Bradford. This procurement process is at the tender stage, with an open and competitive approach, offering a contract value of £40,000, with a gross value of £48,000. Interested parties must submit their quotations via the In-Tend portal by the end of the day on 26th July 2026. The contract is set to commence on 10th August 2026 and conclude on 30th April 2027. Any enquiries should be submitted by 22nd July 2026.

North Northamptonshire Council Provision of Cremator Servicing and Maintenance at Kettering Crematorium (RFQ)

Description: North Northamptonshire Council (here after referred to as 'The Council') are seeking Request for Quotations (RFQ) responses for the supply of cremator servicing and maintenance at Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering. The Council are looking to put into place measures to ensure that the cremators located at Warren Hill Crematorium continue to be operate efficiently and effectively while the options are considered to replace them at the end of life around 2028. There are 2 No. A.T.I. cremators at the site, a CR2000XL and a CR2000 that undertake around 2,000 cremations a year and ancillary equipment including: An Automatic Charging Bier, an Air Compressor, Mercury Abatement Equipment, a heat Exchanger, standby Generator, cooling fans and controls for all of the equipment plus Wi-Fi links for remote operation. The cremators (read more...)

Summary: North Northamptonshire Council is seeking to procure services for the maintenance and servicing of cremators at Warren Hill Crematorium, Kettering. This tender, titled "North Northamptonshire Council Provision of Cremator Servicing and Maintenance at Kettering Crematorium (RFQ)", falls under the industry category of Cemetery and Cremation Services. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage and the deadline for submissions is 15th July 2026. Interested parties are required to submit their applications through the Council’s electronic tendering portal, ProContract. This opportunity is part of a strategic initiative to ensure the cremators operate efficiently until their replacement program in 2028/29.

Fair Park Regeneration

Description: This project will deliver the refurbishment of the existing play park, to create a modern, safe, and inclusive play space that meets the needs of local children and families. The current equipment has reached the end of its useful life and no longer reflects best practice in play design, accessibility, or safety standards. The refurbishment will involve the removal of outdated equipment and the installation of new, high-quality play features designed to encourage active play, creativity, and social interaction. The improved layout will provide opportunities for children of different ages and abilities, supporting physical development, confidence, and wellbeing.

Summary: Bodmin Town Council is currently conducting an active procurement process for the "Fair Park Regeneration" project, with a focus on constructing and installing new play features in Bodmin, United Kingdom. This initiative seeks to refurbish an existing play park to create a safe and inclusive environment for children and families. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, utilising an open procedure. Businesses interested should note that the tender period closes on 1st September 2026, with projected contract work spanning from 1st October 2026 to 1st April 2027. The industry categories relevant to this procurement include construction work and installation services, with a significant emphasis on equal opportunities consultancy services.

The Crown Estate- Managing Agents Asset Management

Description: The Crown Estate (TCE) is undertaking a strategic procurement to appoint Managing Agents to deliver a broad range of asset, contract, compliance, and customer management services across its diverse UK portfolio, comprising coastal, marine, minerals, and infrastructure assets. This procurement is segmented into multiple lots to ensure the specific geographic and sectoral needs of each portfolio are met, with a focus on securing specialist expertise, operational resilience, and continuous service improvement.

Summary: The Crown Estate, a central government public authority based in London, is actively seeking to appoint Managing Agents to provide a comprehensive range of services across its UK portfolio, which includes coastal, marine, minerals, and infrastructure assets. This strategic procurement, titled "The Crown Estate- Managing Agents Asset Management," is designed to secure specialist expertise and improve operational resilience and service delivery. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, having last been updated on 1 July 2026. With a focus on marine services, the tender is divided into multiple lots to cater to specific geographic and industry needs. The expression of interest deadline is set for 17 August 2026, and the electronic submission is facilitated via the SourceDogg e-sourcing portal.