003191 - Contract for Provision of accommodation and support for homeless individuals with multiple vulnerabilities

Description: Homelessness can lead individuals and their families and friends into a cycle that can have a profound effect on all aspects of life. It is not just a lack of accommodation; homelessness can affect our physical and mental health and wellbeing, educational achievement, ability to gain and sustain employment and puts pressure on personal and family relationships. The impact of homelessness devastates lives, and it is often a long journey for an individual to build their life up again. Being at risk of, or losing a home, can be the result of many different structural or personal factors. Unless these factors are addressed, the ability of an individual to become resilient and improve their chance of a positive future is greatly reduced, placing them at risk of becoming (read more...)

Summary: Durham County Council is currently in the tender stage for a contract titled "003191 - Provision of accommodation and support for homeless individuals with multiple vulnerabilities". This public procurement process falls under the services industry category and is aimed at supporting homeless individuals in Durham, UK. Interested parties can submit their proposals until 10th March 2026. The procurement method being utilised is an open, multiple-stage competitive flexible procedure, ensuring that the most suitable providers are shortlisted for the provision of a holistic, trauma-informed support model. The proposed contract period is from 1st July 2026 to 30th June 2028, with potential extensions. The budget allocated for this project is approximately £750,000 to £900,000 GBP, demonstrating the commitment to addressing homelessness in the community.

Coxhoe Parish Council Grounds Maintenance

Description: Grounds Maintenance for Coxhoe Parish Council, covering Coxhoe and Quarrington Hill, from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2029

Summary: Coxhoe Parish Council is currently in the tender stage of procuring grounds maintenance services for their areas in Coxhoe and Quarrington Hill. This contract, classified under the CPV code 45112720 for works related to landscaping sports grounds and recreational areas, covers the period from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2029. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 10th February 2026, with electronic and written submissions being accepted. The procurement process is open and accelerated due to the existing contract ending on 31st March 2026. Key locations involved include various regions across the UK, and the bid opening will take place on 11th February 2026 at Coxhoe Village Hall. Sophie Taylor is the contact point, providing assistance via telephone or email from Coxhoe Parish Council.

The Select Provider List for HM Coroner Removals, Transport & Storage

Description: The Council wishes to develop a Select Provider List for HM Coroner Removals, Transport and Storage. This opportunity is primarily for the removal and transport of the deceased from the place of death, within the boundaries of County Durham and Darlington, to one of the following nominated mortuaries: * Darlington Memorial Hospital * University Hospital of North Durham * Newcastle Freeman Hospital There may also be a requirement of body storage should the above mortuaries exceed capacity. Providers will be asked if they are able to offer storage (in line with paragraph 2.1 - Lot 3 of the specification) at the request of the Senior Coroner. Durham County Council is seeking multiple Providers who can deliver the service(s) specified and the Select Provider List has THREE Lots (each (read more...)

Summary: Durham County Council is inviting bids for the procurement titled "The Select Provider List for HM Coroner Removals, Transport & Storage" under the industry category of Funeral and related services. This procurement process is in the tender stage, and the council seeks to establish a list of qualified providers for services including removal, transport, and storage of deceased individuals within County Durham and Darlington. The contract offers three lots, each addressing different geographical areas, allowing providers to bid for one, two, or all three services. The tender period ends on 9th February 2026, with an award period concluding by 10th February 2026. The procurement is conducted via an open procedure, inviting multiple providers to participate in ongoing opportunities as the council deems necessary.

Framework for Roofing Contractors

Description: Framework for Roofing Contractors Lot 1- Slate and tile roofing system Lot 2- Metal deck roofing system Lot 3- Cold applied liquid roofing system Lot 4- Single ply roofing system Lot 5- Rainwater goods Bidding organisations can apply for one or multiple lots. There may be a requirement for other types of roofing systems or the roofing systems may merge over Lots if this is requirement for works all successful Contractors across all Lots will be invited to tender.

Summary: Durham County Council has initiated a procurement process titled "Framework for Roofing Contractors," aimed at setting up a comprehensive framework for various roofing systems, including slate and tile, metal deck, cold applied liquid, single ply roofing systems, and rainwater goods. This tender, classified under the construction work industry category, involves multiple lots, allowing bidding organisations the flexibility to apply for one or more lots. Covering regions across the UK, the framework is currently at the tender stage, with the window for submissions closing on 12th February 2026. The framework is planned to commence on 1st April 2026 and may be extended up to 2030 based on performance and requirements.

002961 - Framework for Specialist External Building Works

Description: To include for Concrete Repair works, Masonry Repairs, Waterproofing Repair works, Specialist External Building Services and works and Bricklaying / blockwork including restoration and/ or conservation works and / or heritage works. A maximum of the 3 bidding organisations who achieve the highest overall weighted score will be awarded a position on the framework. Any proposed award or call off for any type of external works are subject to the maximum rates applicable as tendered within the schedule of rates. The Framework does not include any guarantee of any minimum volume works, or any minimum expenditure. Furthermore, appointment under the Framework Agreement does not constitute a commitment by the Council, or any other contracting authority, to the exclusive use of the Framework or an individual supplier for such (read more...)

Summary: Durham County Council is inviting tenders for a Framework Agreement concerning Specialist External Building Works, titled "002961 - Framework for Specialist External Building Works". The procurement is at the tender stage and employs an open competitive method, suitable for organisations capable of undertaking concrete and masonry repair works, waterproofing, and various specialist external building services such as restoration, conservation, and heritage work. This active tender comprises primarily construction work under the CPV code 45000000, with locations spread across various regions of the United Kingdom. The tender submission deadline is the 4th of February, 2026 at noon, with an initial enquiry period ending on the 28th of January, 2026. Contracts are expected to commence from the 1st of May, 2026 and can extend as far as April 2030.

Child Health Information Services - North East and Yorkshire and Cumbria

Description: This Planned Procurement Notice is being published to alert the market that NHS England is seeking to appoint a provider to deliver Child Health Information Services (CHIS) across the North East and Yorkshire and Cumbria. The primary aim of CHIS is to establish and manage comprehensive child health record records. These are used to support organisations that provide specified public health interventions in ensuring that all children are offered the full range public health interventions. The opportunity will be offered to the market as a single contract. Previous published notice relating to this opportunity: F01: Prior information notice Prior information only Notice identifier: 2025/S 000-004027 Procurement identifier (OCID): ocds-h6vhtk-04dc62 Published 6 February 2025, 4:07pm

Summary: NHS England is orchestrating a significant procurement process aiming to appoint a provider for Child Health Information Services (CHIS) across the North East, Yorkshire, and Cumbria regions. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a tender period scheduled to end on 20 April 2026, and an estimated award period concluding by 1 September 2026. The total contract value is anticipated to be approximately £52 million, with the main procurement category being services in the health sector. This process is being managed via an open procedure, allowing interested parties to access procurement documents through the designated e-tendering portal, Atamis. Key geographical locations targeted by this tender include regions UKC (North East), UKD1 (Cumbria), and UKE (Yorkshire), with child health record management being central to the service offering.

Conducted Energy Devices

Description: Direct award via the Home Office framework for the provision of Conducted energy devices and consumables: C23688: National Framework Agreement for the Supply of Conducted Energy Devices (CEDs) and Associated Equipment Direct award justification: Only one supplier who is authorised to supply such devices in the UK and the sole supplier on the home office framework.

Summary: The Police And Crime Commissioner For Durham is overseeing a procurement process for the provision of Conducted Energy Devices under the title "Conducted Energy Devices", classified within the police equipment industry category. This procurement falls under the goods category and is being conducted in Durham, United Kingdom. The procurement is currently in the tender update stage, having been amended to extend the contract duration to 4th December 2030. This direct award is executed via the Home Office framework, justified by the existence of only one authorised supplier in the UK. Axon Public Safety UK Ltd, the sole supplier, has been awarded the contract valued at £1,000,000, which was signed on 4th December 2025.

Provision of IT Managed Service

Description: Introduction This planned procurement notice is issued to inform potential suppliers of an upcoming opportunity to provide IT Managed Services. The contracting authority is seeking to engage a qualified service provider to deliver comprehensive IT management, support, and consultancy across its operations. Background The contracting authority currently operates a range of IT systems and infrastructure essential to the delivery of its services. To ensure continued efficiency, security, and innovation, the authority intends to appoint a specialist IT Managed Service Provider (MSP) capable of supporting both current and future requirements. Scope of Services Will include, but is not limited to: * 24/7 IT helpdesk support * Proactive monitoring and maintenance of networks, servers, and end-user devices * Cybersecurity management, including threat detection and response * Cloud services management and (read more...)

Summary: The County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Authority has announced a planned procurement process for the provision of IT managed services. This process, currently in the planning stage, aims to secure comprehensive IT management, support, and consultancy services, ensuring efficiency, security, and innovation across the authority's operations. The procurement process follows an open procedure, inviting potential suppliers under the "services" procurement category, specifically targeting IT services such as consulting, software development, and internet support. Located in Durham, United Kingdom, the procurement process anticipates contract commencement on 1st September 2026, with completion by 31st August 2029. Suppliers can explore opportunities for contract extension up to a maximum of four additional years. Relevant deadlines include the end of the tender period on 30th April 2026 and the award period conclusion by 30th May 2026.

Adult Skills Fund Course Delivery

Description: East Durham College is looking to secure a maximum of 1 organisation to deliver adult education courses to people aged 19 years and over who live in postcodes within the North East Combined Authority area. The contract value will be based on an 80/20 split. The full contract value will be PS125,000 - Tenderers are invited to bid for the contract value stated that they can effectively deliver within the specified contract requirements. This may be split as incremental awards throughout the academic year dependent on achievement of deliverables. Adults must live in an address with a North East Combined Authority postcode, it is not the delivery location. Provision is expected to be part-time and must be linked to the North East Combined Authority Strategic Aims for each (read more...)

Summary: East Durham College, a public authority under the sub-central government category, has initiated a procurement process for the delivery of adult education courses in the North East Combined Authority area. The tender, titled "Adult Skills Fund Course Delivery," specifically targets adult education within the engineering and construction sectors, aiming to enhance employability or move adults closer to the job market. This tender process is currently in the update stage and follows an open procurement method with submissions required to be sent via email, with a deadline set for 13th January 2026. Interested parties must ensure they submit tenders within the timeline, keeping in mind that there will be no response to queries between 20th December 2025 and 4th January 2026.

Adult Skills Fund Course Delivery

Description: East Durham College is looking to secure a maximum of 1 organisation to deliver adult education courses to people aged 19 years and over who live in postcodes within the North East Combined Authority area. The contract value will be based on an 80/20 split. The full contract value will be PS125,000 - Tenderers are invited to bid for the contract value stated that they can effectively deliver within the specified contract requirements. This may be split as incremental awards throughout the academic year dependent on achievement of deliverables. Adults must live in an address with a North East Combined Authority postcode, it is not the delivery location. Provision is expected to be part-time and must be linked to the North East Combined Authority Strategic Aims for each (read more...)

Summary: East Durham College, a public authority under the sub-central government category, has initiated a procurement process for the delivery of adult education courses in the North East Combined Authority area. The tender, titled "Adult Skills Fund Course Delivery," specifically targets adult education within the engineering and construction sectors, aiming to enhance employability or move adults closer to the job market. This tender process is currently in the update stage and follows an open procurement method with submissions required to be sent via email, with a deadline set for 13th January 2026. Interested parties must ensure they submit tenders within the timeline, keeping in mind that there will be no response to queries between 20th December 2025 and 4th January 2026.