C-013978 Integrated Clinical Sexual Health Service - PSR - Most Suitable Provider Process

Description: Newcastle City Council intends to identify the most suitable provider to deliver contraception and sexual health services across Newcastle upon Tyne, forging effective partnerships with local NHS Trusts and partners including voluntary and community sector organisations in order to improve service user care, pathways and outcomes, in accordance with The Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime - PSR) Regulations 2023. This process is a regulated selection process based on statutory criteria, including quality, value, and integration. The Council will apply the Most Suitable Provider process under PSR to ensure continuity of care and improved outcomes for service users. The current contract for the Clinical Integrated Sexual Health Service is due to end ahead of its schedule expiry date on the 31st January 2026. Therefore, the council are seeking (read more...)

Summary: Newcastle City Council is in the planning stage of a procurement process for an Integrated Clinical Sexual Health Service within the UKC region. The service falls under the health and social work services category, aimed at offering a comprehensive and confidential sexual and reproductive health service in Newcastle upon Tyne. The procurement will follow the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Regulations 2023, applying the Most Suitable Provider process method. Potential providers are invited to submit their interest via the Provider Information Questionnaire by 19 December 2025. The contract is planned to commence on 1 March 2026, with a two-year term until 31 January 2028, having an annual contract value of £3,356,920 excluding VAT, plus up to £250,000 for mobilisation costs in the first year. Further details regarding the service specification and contract terms are accessible on the NEPO Open Portal.

Provision of Decorating Materials and the associated Decorating Cards/Vouchers

Description: Gateshead Council (The Council) is in the process of renewing its contract for the provision of decorating materials and the associated decorating vouchers (or similar scheme). These vouchers are issued to council tenants and potentially to leaseholders following planned investment works. They are intended as a contribution towards the cost of redecoration where damage has occurred as a result of those works. Tenants and leaseholders can exchange the vouchers for decorating materials such as paint, wallpaper, brushes, and other related items. To ensure the voucher is inclusive, accessible and meets our customers needs we would be looking to issue the following types of vouchers: - Flexible Digital Vouchers - E-vouchers or codes that can be redeemable online or in store. - Printed Voucher - Voucher codes that can (read more...)

Summary: Gateshead Borough Council is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "Provision of Decorating Materials and the associated Decorating Cards/Vouchers." The process, classified under the goods category, is aimed at renewing the Council's contract for decorating supplies and vouchers, benefiting tenants and leaseholders within the region designated UKC22, United Kingdom. This three-year contract, with potential extensions totaling two additional years, is slated to start on 10th May 2026 and end on 9th May 2029. The council is engaging the market to gather inputs by encouraging potential vendors to complete a questionnaire by the deadline of 19th December 2025. Interested parties can accessemore information regarding this opportunity on the Find a Tender platform.

NEPRO x Financial Resilience

Description: The Association of North East Councils Trading as the North East Procurement Organisation (NEPO) seeks to establish a Framework for the provision of a Financial Resilience Solution (NEPRO x Financial Resilience), enabling Contracting Authorities to access a suite of financial-based services that can be deployed in a compliant and efficient manner to support Financial Resilience. The Framework is intended to commence on 1 April 2026 and will have an initial term of four years. NEPO may, at its sole discretion, extend the Framework for up to two further periods of two years, resulting in a maximum term of eight years. In accordance with Section 47(2) of the Procurement Act, NEPO considers that the nature of the services to be delivered under this Framework requires a longer duration than (read more...)

Summary: The Association of North East Councils Limited, acting as the North East Procurement Organisation (NEPO), is seeking to establish a Framework for the provision of a Financial Resilience Solution titled "NEPRO x Financial Resilience." This procurement process falls under the services category and aims to deliver financial-based services across multiple regions including the United Kingdom, Guernsey, Isle of Man, and Jersey. The procurement is in the tender stage, with an initial framework term starting on 1 April 2026, lasting for four years, and potentially extending up to eight years. Suppliers interested in participating are required to submit their expressions of interest by the extended deadline of 12:00 pm on 11 December 2025. The procurement methodology follows an open procedure, ensuring that contracting authorities can access compliant and strategic solutions to enhance financial resilience efficiently.

Groundworks

Description: Newcastle City Council 'the Authority' and our in-house building contractor, 'Construction Services (CS) require support from external construction groundwork contractors with skilled tradespersons to assist in delivering a first-class groundworks service for Capital projects. Work awarded under this Framework will be predominantly to support Capital Projects. This opportunity has been published via the Open E-Procurement tendering portal. The Deadline date and time for this opportunity is Monday 19th January 2026 at 10am. Late submissions will not be accepted. Please search for this opportunity (Reference - OPEN20252096 / P-009275) via the following website: https://www.open-uk.org/

Summary: Newcastle City Council is actively pursuing a tender process entitled "Groundworks," which falls under the construction work category and is located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom (UKC22 region). This procurement is in the tender stage, with an open procedure invitation for external construction groundwork contractors to collaborate on Capital Projects. Interested parties are required to submit their proposals by Monday, 19th January 2026 at 10 am. The total procurement value is £17,280,000 gross (£14,400,000 net) over a contract period starting from 13th April 2026 to 12th April 2028, with potential extensions until 2030, subject to performance.

Community Wellbeing Pathfinder Service

Description: Newcastle City Council is seeking a provider of a Community Wellbeing Path Finder Service. The purpose of this service is to provide preventative, non-clinical interventions that support individuals and communities to maintain and improve their physical, mental, and social wellbeing. By focusing on early intervention and an asset-based approach, the service will deliver personalised support, helping residents access appropriate services and community resources before challenges escalate into crisis. Community wellbeing services play a vital role in tackling challenges such as social isolation, poor mental health, and financial hardship. They complement statutory health and social care provision by offering holistic, person-centred support that promotes independence and reduces demand on acute services

Summary: Newcastle City Council is in the tender stage for the Community Wellbeing Pathfinder Service, focusing on the provision of non-clinical, preventative interventions to improve the physical, mental, and social wellbeing of individuals and communities. The council, acting as the contracting authority, is located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK, with a postal code of NE1 8QH. This service procurement falls under the "services" category, specifically within community health services and guidance services. Interested parties must submit their proposals via the council's electronic tender portal by 16 January 2026. The contract, following the open procedure method, is set to be awarded by 19 February 2026, with the service commencing on 1 April 2026 for a three-year period.

Evaluation of the South Tyneside Pledge

Description: The South Tyneside Pledge, launched in 2022, is a community wealth-building initiative designed to retain more economic value within the borough in response to the macroeconomic shock of the COVID-19 pandemic. It brings together over 400 organisations from the public, private, and voluntary sectors, all of which are either based in or provide services within South Tyneside. The Pledge is coordinated by the Policy and Insight team, with strong cross-Council collaboration involving Strategic Investment & Growth, Communications, Procurement, Sustainability, and other departments. It represents a collective commitment to inclusive growth, local investment, and community resilience. Purpose of the Evaluation This evaluation aims to assess the impact of the South Tyneside Pledge over the past three years, focusing on how effectively it has delivered against its nine core commitments. (read more...)

Summary: South Tyneside Borough Council is inviting tenders for the evaluation of the South Tyneside Pledge, a community wealth-building initiative commenced in 2022, designed to boost local economic value in response to the COVID-19 pandemic's impact. This procurement process falls under the tender stage, with services classified under evaluation consultancy. Located in South Shields, the initiative involves collaboration across various council departments to achieve inclusive growth and community resilience. The tender, accessible through open competition due to its below-threshold value of £18,000 GBP, must be submitted by 9th January 2026. Interested parties should note the contract period spans 19th January to 31st March 2026.

Support for Carers Service

Description: Newcastle City Council is seeking bids from interested suppliers to provide services and support for un pain carers of all ages who live in Newcastle. Under Section 4 of the Care Act 2014 , the Local Authority must establish, coordinate and maintain a service (or services) that provide accessible, up to date, accurate, comprehensive but proportionate advice and local information relating to care and support for people and support for carers. Ibn addition to this the Children and Families Act 2014 states that a local authority must take reasonable steps to identify and The Young Carers (Needs Assessments) (England) Regulations 2015 mandate that local authorities conduct needs assessments for young carers. This provides an introductory summary of the service delivery.

Summary: Newcastle City Council is actively seeking suppliers to deliver services for the 'Support for Carers Service' in Newcastle, UKC22 region. This tender, currently in the tender stage, focuses on providing comprehensive support and services to carers of all ages living in Newcastle. The procurement process follows the open procedure under the legal framework of the Care Act 2014 and is considered a light-touch regime. The tender period is open until 13th January 2026, with enquiries closing on 2nd January 2026. The project is valued at approximately £853,120 GBP, and the contract is scheduled to commence on 1st April 2026, concluding on 31st March 2029.

Plumbing / Heating Support

Description: The Council has a requirement for Plumbing / Heating Support. This opportunity has been published via the Open E-Procurement tendering portal. The Deadline date and time for this opportunity is Friday 9th January 2026 at 10am. Late submissions will not be accepted. Please search for this opportunity (Reference - OPEN20252080 / P-009273) via the following website: https://www.open-uk.org/

Summary: Newcastle City Council is advancing its procurement process to secure Plumbing and Heating Support services. The procurement falls under the "Repair and maintenance services" industry category and is taking place in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom. As per the open procedure procurement method, the tender stage is active, with a submission deadline set for 9 January 2026 at 10:00 am, followed by an award period concluding on 25 March 2026. The contract is valued at £10,000,000 with potential for renewal subject to satisfactory performance, and the contract period spans from 13 April 2026 to 12 April 2028, with options for extensions until 2030.

Electrical Repairs & Works Support

Description: The Council has a requirement for Electrical Repairs & Works Support. This opportunity has been published via the Open E-Procurement tendering portal. The Deadline date and time for this opportunity is Friday 9th January 2026 at 10am. Late submissions will not be accepted. Please search for this opportunity (Reference - OPEN20252079 / P-009274) via the following website: https://www.open-uk.org/

Summary: Newcastle City Council is undertaking a procurement process for Electrical Repairs & Works Support, located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK. This tender falls under the 'Repair and maintenance services' industry category and is currently in the Tender stage with an open procedure. Interested parties are invited to submit their bids before the deadline on Friday, 9th January 2026 at 10am. The Council is purchasing services as a public authority within the sub-central government, offering a substantial contract valued at £12,000,000. The procurement process is bound by legal basis 2023/54 and has a framework agreement allowing up to four participants, with contracts commencing on 13th April 2026 and potentially lasting up to 2030 contingent on performance extensions.

Post 16 Education and Training DPS August 2024 - July 2027

Description: The Council is refreshing its Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the delivery of post-16 education and training services. The refreshed framework will operate from 1 August 2024 until 31 July 2027. This relates to the delivery of all Post-16 Education, Learning and Training programmes currently commissioned by the Council under the following Department for Education (DfE), Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) and North East Mayoral Combined Authority (North East CA) programmes: * Category 1: ESFA funded Study Programme (16-19 years) * Category 2: North East CA funded Adult Education Budget (19 years +) * Category 3: North East CA funded Level 3 Free Courses for Jobs (19 years +) * Category 4: DfE funded Skills Bootcamps * Category 5: North East CA funded Skills Bootcamps This is (read more...)

Summary: South Tyneside Council has launched a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for delivering post-16 education and training services from 1 August 2024 until 23 February 2029. This procurement falls under the services category, with a focus on education and training services. Located in South Shields, UK, this process is managed through a selective procurement method, specifically a restricted procedure. The procurement stage is at the tender update as of December 2025, and involves the transformation of the existing framework to administer programmes funded by the ESFA, DfE, and North East CA. Business users should note the tender period's end date of 31 July 2027 and the varied programmes in categories ranging from study programmes to skills bootcamps.