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Supply of Various Foods

Description: Cumberland Council have a requirement for the supply and distribution of a range of various Foods suitable for use by Cumberland Care Sites, Cumberland Council Sites and Cumberland Council maintained non-chequebook schools which do not use third party School Meals providers. Distribution will be required to sites throughout the footprint of Cumberland Council. This contract will be tendered in 4 lots. Suppliers will be able to tender for one, more than one, or all Lots. The lots will be evaluated individually and each lot will be awarded to one supplier who will supply and distribute throughout the footprint of Cumberland Council. The contract will be for a period of 4 years.

Summary: Cumberland Council is seeking suppliers for its upcoming tender titled "Supply of Various Foods," which falls under the industry category of food, beverages, tobacco, and related products. This procurement is in the planning update stage as of 19 March 2026, and the goods will be distributed throughout the Cumberland Council area in the United Kingdom, specifically within the UKD1 region. The procurement process allows suppliers to bid on up to four individual lots, and an engagement session will be held online on 16 April 2026 between 10:00 and 11:00 a.m., to provide further insights into the opportunity. Interested parties should confirm their attendance via 'The Chest' by 4:00 p.m. on 10 April 2026. The contract, starting on 1 August 2026, spans four years and holds a total value of £4,500,000.

Supply of Various Foods

Description: Cumberland Council have a requirement for the supply and distribution of a range of various Foods suitable for use by Cumberland Care Sites, Cumberland Council Sites and Cumberland Council maintained non-chequebook schools which do not use third party School Meals providers. Distribution will be required to sites throughout the footprint of Cumberland Council. This contract will be tendered in 4 lots. Suppliers will be able to tender for one, more than one, or all Lots. The lots will be evaluated individually and each lot will be awarded to one supplier who will supply and distribute throughout the footprint of Cumberland Council. The contract will be for a period of 4 years.

Summary: Cumberland Council is seeking suppliers for its upcoming tender titled "Supply of Various Foods," which falls under the industry category of food, beverages, tobacco, and related products. This procurement is in the planning update stage as of 19 March 2026, and the goods will be distributed throughout the Cumberland Council area in the United Kingdom, specifically within the UKD1 region. The procurement process allows suppliers to bid on up to four individual lots, and an engagement session will be held online on 16 April 2026 between 10:00 and 11:00 a.m., to provide further insights into the opportunity. Interested parties should confirm their attendance via 'The Chest' by 4:00 p.m. on 10 April 2026. The contract, starting on 1 August 2026, spans four years and holds a total value of £4,500,000.

Technical Consultancy and Project management for Port of Workington dock gates remediation project

Description: The Port of Workington requires a Project Management partner, for the delivery of a project to provide maintenance and upgrades, to the ports two mitre gates. This procurement will cover two phases for the project. Phase 1 will involve the drawing up of a technical specification and assistance with the tendering process for delivery of the subsequent works. Phase 2 will involve full project management for delivery of the subsequent remedial works project. The contract is anticipated to commence on 04/05/2026 and will continue for a period of 24 months (or until completion of the maintenance works, whichever is later), unless terminated in accordance with the Conditions of Contract. There is the potential for a contract extension of up to 1 year, depending on both the success in (read more...)

Summary: The procurement process initiated by Cumberland Council involves securing a partner for technical consultancy and project management services related to the Port of Workington dock gates remediation project. This tender is categorised under architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services with a value of £300,000. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender stage is currently active. Key dates include the enquiry period ending on 1st April 2026, the submission deadline on 16th April 2026, and the award period ending on 23rd April 2026. The anticipated contract commencement is on 4th May 2026, lasting two years with a possibility of extension. Cumberland Council, located in Carlisle, is overseeing this procurement, offering significant opportunities for local businesses in the UKD1 region.

Locomotive and Wagon Tyre Turning Services

Description: The contracting authority (DRS) are seeking to contract with a supplier who is able to provide tyre turning services for their fleet of wagons and locomotives, including but not limited to: * Pre-tyre turning inspection and confirmation of scope in line with NTS control documentation. * Tyre Turning on a wheel lathe * Associated inspection and measurement activities * Compliance with applicable railway standards * 1 fixed slot Jan - October increasing to 2 fixed slots October-December DRS is, on a voluntary basis, operating under the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23) for this procurement and is therefore advertising this opportunity on the Central Digital Platform. By doing so, it does not become a public authority and DRS reserve the right to deviate from the PA23 at its discretion but (read more...)

Summary: Direct Rail Services Limited, a sub-central government public authority based in Carlisle, is in the planning stage for a procurement opportunity titled "Locomotive and Wagon Tyre Turning Services". The procurement seeks to understand market capabilities and supplier interest in providing tyre turning services for wagons and locomotives, with a reserved slots model for flexible capacity. Businesses have until 30th March 2026 to submit information under the Request for Information (RFI). The procurement process operates under the Procurement Act 2023 principles and aims to be fair and transparent, although DRS retains the discretion to deviate from the act if necessary.

Supply of Class 66 Traction Motors - UTEX/Service Exchange Model

Description: Supply of Class 66 Traction Motors - UTEX/Service Exchange Model DRS does not consider itself bound by the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23) and associated procurement legislation (together the "UK procurement legislation") on the basis that, operating commercially, it is not a public authority, nor does it carry out any utility activities. Accordingly, this Procurement is not, and does not purport to be, subject to UK procurement legislation. For the avoidance of doubt, Tenderers are put on notice that the publication of this document and any other document that relates to this Procurement (including the relevant tender notice) is published voluntarily and nothing in this document, or any other document that DRS publishes in relation to this Procurement, should be construed as purporting to give rise to rights or (read more...)

Summary: Direct Rail Services Limited, operating commercially, is inviting tenders for the supply of Class 66 Traction Motors under a UTEX/Service Exchange Model. This procurement process is distinct from standard UK procurement legislation, as DRS is not bound by it but adheres to fairness and transparency principles. The tender is valued at £600,000, under an open procedure, and falls within the industry category of traction motors, specifically aimed at goods with additional services. Located in Carlisle, UK, this active tender requires submissions by 13 April 2026, with intended award by 1 June 2026, concluding by 2030.

Waste Disposal Services to Permitted Landfill

Description: Nuclear Waste Services (NWS), (the Client) through its Waste Services line of business, is procuring this Framework for 'Waste Disposal Services to Permitted Landfill' on behalf of its Customers. A Customer is defined as organisations that either currently hold, or may in future enter into, a Waste Services Contract with NWS. The provision of a Framework for the lifecycle management and disposal of non-rad and radioactive wastes below UK LLW threshold at permitted facilities within the UK. Lifecycle management may include on-site 'blue collar' work to support generation via excavation or demolition, sampling and analysis to support characterisation and routing of wastes at both the customer site, supplier site and via a third party where a subcontractor is being used, packaging and transport of wastes from the customer (read more...)

Summary: Nuclear Waste Services Limited is currently in the planning stage for a framework procurement focused on Waste Disposal Services to permitted landfill sites, with an emphasis on managing both non-rad and radioactive waste below the UK LLW threshold. The contracting authority is a public body based in Calderbridge, Seascale, United Kingdom. The procurement involves a scheduled virtual Supplier Engagement Event, set for 26 March 2026, with interested suppliers required to register by 24 March 2026. The framework agreement will encompass various services within the hazardous waste service industry, aiming for the safe and compliant delivery in alignment with regulatory standards, and is valued at a notable GBP 17,760,000. The procurement is planned to commence on 8 February 2027 and continue until 7 February 2031.

Class 68/88 Locomotive Windscreen Fitment

Description: The contracting authority (DRS) is seeking a competent and experienced supplier to provide removal and fitment services for windscreens on their Class 68 and 88 Locomotives. DRS is, on a voluntary basis, operating under the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23) for this procurement and is therefore advertising this opportunity on the Central Digital Platform. By doing so, it does not become a public authority and DRS reserve the right to deviate from the PA23 at its discretion but will preserve the principles of fairness and transparency. The RFI document can be found on our Atamis Portal: https://atamis-2464.my.site.com/s/Welcome Atamis Reference: C29511

Summary: Direct Rail Services Limited is progressing with the procurement process for the windscreen fitment on Class 68 and 88 Locomotives, classified under repair and maintenance services of locomotives. The procurement falls within the services industry category and is being managed from Carlisle, United Kingdom. The current stage is planning, and feedback from the market engagement notice is due by 24 March 2026, with future communications anticipated from 30 March 2026. The procurement process is operating under the Procurement Act 2023, aiming to maintain fairness and transparency, although Direct Rail Services Limited reserves the right to deviate from this Act as required.

Class 68/88 Locomotive Windscreen Fitment

Description: The contracting authority (DRS) is seeking a competent and experienced supplier to provide removal and fitment services for windscreens on their Class 68 and 88 Locomotives. DRS is, on a voluntary basis, operating under the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23) for this procurement and is therefore advertising this opportunity on the Central Digital Platform. By doing so, it does not become a public authority and DRS reserve the right to deviate from the PA23 at its discretion but will preserve the principles of fairness and transparency.

Summary: Direct Rail Services Limited is progressing with the procurement process for the windscreen fitment on Class 68 and 88 Locomotives, classified under repair and maintenance services of locomotives. The procurement falls within the services industry category and is being managed from Carlisle, United Kingdom. The current stage is planning, and feedback from the market engagement notice is due by 24 March 2026, with future communications anticipated from 30 March 2026. The procurement process is operating under the Procurement Act 2023, aiming to maintain fairness and transparency, although Direct Rail Services Limited reserves the right to deviate from this Act as required.

Class 68/88 Locomotive Windscreen Fitment

Description: The contracting authority (DRS) is seeking a competent and experienced supplier to provide removal and fitment services for windscreens on Class 68 and 88 Locomotives.

Summary: Direct Rail Services Limited is progressing with the procurement process for the windscreen fitment on Class 68 and 88 Locomotives, classified under repair and maintenance services of locomotives. The procurement falls within the services industry category and is being managed from Carlisle, United Kingdom. The current stage is planning, and feedback from the market engagement notice is due by 24 March 2026, with future communications anticipated from 30 March 2026. The procurement process is operating under the Procurement Act 2023, aiming to maintain fairness and transparency, although Direct Rail Services Limited reserves the right to deviate from this Act as required.

Project Tullie Phase 3: Artist Curator Brief

Description: Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery Trust (the Trust/Client) in Carlisle (brand name: Tullie) is seeking an experienced Artist Curator to create an innovative, sculptural installation that suspends Tullie's collection items at ceiling height, complemented by an immersive soundscape. Details can be found at: https://tullie.org.uk/project-tullie-phase-3-artist-curator-brief/ Additional information: Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery Trust (the Trust/Client) in Carlisle (brand name: Tullie) is seeking an experienced Artist Curator to create an innovative, sculptural installation that suspends Tullie's collection items at ceiling height, complemented by an immersive soundscape. Details can be found at: https://tullie.org.uk/project-tullie-phase-3-artist-curator-brief/

Summary: The Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery Trust in Carlisle is actively seeking an experienced Artist Curator for Phase 3 of Project Tullie. This procurement process, categorised under "Artistic and literary creation and interpretation services," involves creating a unique sculptural installation featuring suspended collection items complemented by an immersive soundscape. Located in the North West of England, this tender is at the invitation stage with a competitive quotation method below the threshold. Key dates include the tender period ending on 20 April 2026, followed by the contract starting on 1 June 2026 and concluding on 31 May 2027.