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Chiltern Railways - Supply of Lubricants

Location: SunderlandBuyer: THE CHILTERN RAILWAY COMPANY LIMITED
Stage: Tender Date: 24th July 2026 (2 days ago) Value: £1M-£10M Source: Find A Tender Service

Description: Chiltern Railways is undertaking this procurement exercise to appoint a supplier for the provision of lubricants across the Chiltern network of maintenance depots. The Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) fleet Class 165, Class 168 and Loco Class 68's operated by Chiltern requires a range of lubricants to support the fleet maintenance programme. The estimated annual contract value is PS620,002 per annum. The estimated overall value over 7 years is PS4.8m (exc. VAT) for the supply of lubricants (this estimated value includes any services ancillary to the supply of lubricants). Chiltern Railways intends to award a contract for an initial term of five (5) years, with the option to extend for up to a further two (2) years.

Summary: The Chiltern Railway Company Limited, a private utility organisation, is actively seeking suppliers via a competitive flexible procedure for the supply of lubricants. The procurement is for Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) fleet maintenance across Chiltern's network of depots, with an annual contract value estimated at £620,002 and a total potential value of £4.8 million over a seven-year period, excluding VAT. The contract is initially set for five years, with an option to extend for an additional two years. The tender process, comprising six stages including a Non-Disclosure Agreement, an Invitation to Participate, and stages for tender submission and contract award, is currently in the active procurement stage. Interested parties should express interest by the 28th of August, 2026, with the award decision anticipated by the 16th of November, 2026.

Chiltern Railways - Supply of Lubricants

Location: SunderlandBuyer: THE CHILTERN RAILWAY COMPANY LIMITED
Stage: Tender Date: 23rd July 2026 (3 days ago) Value: £1M-£10M Source: Find A Tender Service

Description: Chiltern Railways is undertaking this procurement exercise to appoint a supplier for the provision of lubricants across the Chiltern network of maintenance depots. The Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) fleet Class 165, Class 168 and Loco Class 68's operated by Chiltern requires a range of lubricants to support the fleet maintenance programme. The estimated annual contract value is PS620,002 per annum. The estimated overall value over 7 years is PS4.8m (exc. VAT) for the supply of lubricants (this estimated value includes any services ancillary to the supply of lubricants). Chiltern Railways intends to award a contract for an initial term of five (5) years, with the option to extend for up to a further two (2) years.

Summary: The Chiltern Railway Company Limited, a private utility organisation, is actively seeking suppliers via a competitive flexible procedure for the supply of lubricants. The procurement is for Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) fleet maintenance across Chiltern's network of depots, with an annual contract value estimated at £620,002 and a total potential value of £4.8 million over a seven-year period, excluding VAT. The contract is initially set for five years, with an option to extend for an additional two years. The tender process, comprising six stages including a Non-Disclosure Agreement, an Invitation to Participate, and stages for tender submission and contract award, is currently in the active procurement stage. Interested parties should express interest by the 28th of August, 2026, with the award decision anticipated by the 16th of November, 2026.

Chiltern Railways - Compass System Replacement

Location: SunderlandBuyer: THE CHILTERN RAILWAY COMPANY LIMITED
Stage: Planning Date: 23rd July 2026 (3 days ago) Value: Not specified Source: Find A Tender Service

Description: Chiltern Railways is undertaking preliminary market engagement in relation to the potential procurement of one or more software solutions to replace its existing Compass system, which is due to become unsupported from December 2027. The anticipated requirement comprises three principal areas: Operational event and incident logging; Delay monitoring, analysis and reporting, including the receipt and processing of train performance data from Network Rail's TRUST system; and Performance action logging and tracking. Chiltern is seeking to understand whether these requirements are best delivered through a single end-to-end solution, separate modules or specialist systems integrated with one another. The outcome of this market engagement will help determine whether any future procurement is undertaken as a single contract, separate lots or separate procurement exercises. The anticipated scope of supply may include: (read more...)

Summary: The Chiltern Railway Company Limited, a private utility, is undertaking a procurement process to replace its existing Compass system, due to become unsupported in December 2027. This procurement falls under the software package and information systems category, inclusive of IT and support services. Engagement began on 21 July 2026, with key deadlines such as clarification questions due by 4 August 2026, and final responses due by 17 August 2026, all through Market Dojo. The process aims to prepare for a seamless system replacement by March 2027 across their Sunderland location, following a strategic planning stage guided by preliminary market engagement notices.

Future notice: 17th August 2026 22 days remaining

NENC055 - Integrated Neighbourhood Mental Health Service

Location: SunderlandBuyer: NHS NORTH EAST AND NORTH CUMBRIA INTEGRATED CARE BOARD
Stage: Planning Date: 22nd July 2026 (4 days ago) Value: Not specified Source: Find A Tender Service

Description: NHS North East North Cumbria Integrated Care Board (ICB) is managing this market engagement exercise for the provision of an Integrated Neighbourhood Mental Health Service NHS North East and North Cumbria ICB will be holding an online Teams one-to-one meetings with providers on Tuesday 18th August 2026 to further explore and understand feedback from providers as we shape our approach to this service.

Summary: The NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board (ICB) is initiating a market engagement exercise for the provision of an Integrated Neighbourhood Mental Health Service. This procurement process falls under the industry category of Health and Social Work Services, with a CPV classification of 85000000. The process is currently in the planning stage and involves a tender initiation type. The ICB will conduct online one-to-one meetings with potential providers on 18th August 2026, aimed at gathering insights and feedback to refine their approach for this service, and the procurement is based in the UKC region. Interested parties should register their interest and access related documentation through the Atamis Portal, with questions available starting 22nd July 2026. Future notices regarding this opportunity are expected on 11th November 2026.

Future notice: 11th November 2026 108 days remaining

Chiltern Railways - Compass System Replacement

Location: SunderlandBuyer: THE CHILTERN RAILWAY COMPANY LIMITED
Stage: Planning Date: 21st July 2026 (5 days ago) Value: Not specified Source: Find A Tender Service

Description: Chiltern Railways is undertaking preliminary market engagement in relation to the potential procurement of one or more software solutions to replace its existing Compass system, which is due to become unsupported from December 2027. The anticipated requirement comprises three principal areas: Operational event and incident logging; Delay monitoring, analysis and reporting, including the receipt and processing of train performance data from Network Rail's TRUST system; and Performance action logging and tracking. Chiltern is seeking to understand whether these requirements are best delivered through a single end-to-end solution, separate modules or specialist systems integrated with one another. The outcome of this market engagement will help determine whether any future procurement is undertaken as a single contract, separate lots or separate procurement exercises. The anticipated scope of supply may include: (read more...)

Summary: The Chiltern Railway Company Limited, a private utility, is undertaking a procurement process to replace its existing Compass system, due to become unsupported in December 2027. This procurement falls under the software package and information systems category, inclusive of IT and support services. Engagement began on 21 July 2026, with key deadlines such as clarification questions due by 4 August 2026, and final responses due by 17 August 2026, all through Market Dojo. The process aims to prepare for a seamless system replacement by March 2027 across their Sunderland location, following a strategic planning stage guided by preliminary market engagement notices.

Future notice: 17th September 2026 53 days remaining

Maintenance of Water Features

Location: SunderlandBuyer: SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL
Stage: Planning Date: 20th July 2026 (6 days ago) Value: £500K-£1M Source: Find A Tender Service

Description: Maintenance of Water Features - The Council has a requirement for a specialist electrical and mechanical contractor to maintain its water features located within the City via a 4 year maintenance contract, which will require daily maintenance inspection and monitoring regime supported by an activity log and remedial works to maintain operational The Council will also require quotations throughout the contract if standard operational requirements are exceeded due to facility failure or vandalism.

Summary: Sunderland City Council is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process for maintaining water features within the city. The procurement is classified under the services industry category of repair and maintenance services, particularly focusing on liquid pumps. The contract is valued at £912,000 gross and is planned to commence on 5th October 2026, concluding on 4th October 2030. Interested parties should note that there is a preliminary market engagement phase, with a questionnaire available until the deadline of 31st July 2026. This engagement is intended to assess market interest and ensure potential suppliers are registered on the necessary platforms. Future notices are expected by 7th August 2026.

Future notice: 7th August 2026 12 days remaining

NENC044e North Cumbria Acute Respiratory Infection Services

Location: SunderlandBuyer: NHS NORTH EAST AND NORTH CUMBRIA INTEGRATED CARE BOARD
Stage: Tender Date: 20th July 2026 (6 days ago) Value: £500K-£1M Source: Find A Tender Service

Description: NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board (NENC ICB) (the Relevant Authority) are undertaking a competition to commission North Cumbria Acute Respiratory Infection Services under the NHS Standard Contract 2026/27 (or any subsequent version). This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Contract Notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Healthcare Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 (PSR). For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Procurement Act 2023 do not apply to this award. The contract term is for an initial period of two years commencing on 01 October 2026, with an option to extend for a further two years at the discretion of the Relevant Authority and subject to satisfactory contractual and financial performance. Annual Financial Envelope: PS159,246 The closing date (read more...)

Summary: The NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board (NENC ICB) is opening a tender for the commissioning of North Cumbria Acute Respiratory Infection Services, with an initial contract term starting on 01 October 2026. The tender is part of a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) under the Healthcare Services Regulations 2023, focusing on miscellaneous health services within the UKD1 region. The tendering process, currently at the tender stage, includes an open procedure with an emphasis on digital communication through the Atamis portal. Key dates include a response submission deadline by 12 NOON on 10 August 2026, and competition documentation availability starting 20 July 2026. The contract carries a potential value of £636,984, inclusive of options to extend beyond the initial two-year term contingent on the performance criteria.

Tender deadline: 10th August 2026 15 days remaining

Restaurant Refurbishment at Sunderland Royal Hospital

Location: SunderlandBuyer: CITY HOSPITALS INDEPENDENT COMMERCIAL ENTERPRISES LIMITED
Stage: Tender Date: 17th July 2026 (1 week ago) Value: £100K-£500K Source: Find A Tender Service

Description: The project involves refurbishing the current restaurant located at Sunderland Royal Hospital according to the tender specification and details.

Summary: City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Limited is overseeing a procurement process for the "Restaurant Refurbishment at Sunderland Royal Hospital". This open competition focuses on works involving electrical installation, mechanical installations, and refurbishment tasks. Located in Sunderland, UKC23, the tender is currently in the tender stage with a submission deadline set for 22nd July 2026. The project is conducted under the legal basis of the UKPGA 2023/54, offering a contract period from 1st September 2026 to 31st March 2027. The estimated project value is £150,000 net, making it a lucrative opportunity for businesses involved in construction and speciality installations.

Tender deadline: 22nd July 2026 Expired

NENC100 Integrated Podiatry Service in South Tyneside and Sunderland

Location: SunderlandBuyer: NHS NORTH EAST AND NORTH CUMBRIA INTEGRATED CARE BOARD
Stage: Tender Date: 16th July 2026 (1 week ago) Value: £10M-£100M Source: Find A Tender Service

Description: NENC ICB (the Relevant Authority) are undertaking a competition to commission an Integrated Podiatry Service in South Tyneside and Sunderland. This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Contract Notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Healthcare Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 (PSR). For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Procurement Act 2023 do not apply to this award. The contract term is for an initial period of 5 years commencing on 01 April 2027, with an option to extend for a further 2 years at the discretion of the Relevant Authority and subject to satisfactory contractual and financial performance. The closing date for submission of competition response is by 12 Noon on Monday 17 August 2026. Additional information Firstly, the "Transfer of (read more...)

Summary: NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board is seeking to commission an Integrated Podiatry Service in South Tyneside and Sunderland under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR). This procurement is currently in the tender stage, with a contract set to begin on 1st April 2027 for an initial five-year term, extendable by two further years based on performance. Interested parties must submit their responses by 12 noon on Monday, 17th August 2026. The industry category for this tender is hospital services, with a focus on integrated healthcare provisions. The procurement process is conducted electronically, with all documentation available via the Atamis portal from 16th July 2026.

Tender deadline: 17th August 2026 22 days remaining

Cyclical Decoration; 2027 - 2034

Location: SunderlandBuyer: GENTOO GROUP
Stage: Planning Date: 13th July 2026 (2 weeks ago) Value: £1M-£10M Source: Find A Tender Service

Description: Cyclical Decoration Contract. Internal and External Decoration Provision to occupied and empty homes.

Summary: The Gentoo Group, functioning as a public authority under sub-central government operations, is initiating a cyclical decoration procurement process for the period of 2027 to 2034. This process involves both internal and external decoration services for occupied and empty homes, located in Sunderland, UKC23 region. Currently in the planning stage, this process has a planned start for contract activities on 1st May 2027 through to 30th April 2034, with the market engagement notice scheduled to close on 6th September 2026. The estimated contract value is £10,185,000 gross, with a published engagement document indicating that further tender activities will be underway around 7th September 2026. The procurement falls under the works category and involves methods aligning with the latest UK legislation, specifically the legal basis of UKPGA 2023/54.

Future notice: 7th September 2026 43 days remaining

Top buyers in Sunderland

The public sector organisations publishing the most procurement notices in this area.

  • Sunderland City Council 2,171
  • Northern Housing Consortium Limited 1,631
  • Nhs North East And North Cumbria Integrated Care Board 863
  • University Of Sunderland 614
  • Sunderland College 244
  • Gentoo Group 193
  • Tyne And Wear Fire And Rescue Service (twfrs) 193
  • Tyne And Wear Fire And Rescue Service 151
  • Gentoo Group Ltd 145
  • North East And North Cumbria Integrated Care Board 85
  • City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Limited 81
  • Gentoo Group Limited 80

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