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Project Tullie Phase 3: Digital Installation Design Request for Quotation

Description: Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery Trust (the Trust) in Carlisle (brand name: Tullie) is seeking an experienced Digital Installation Designer to plan and deliver an immersive digital space within a new 'Active Gallery', as part of Project Tullie Phase 3: Breaking Down Barriers. We're looking for an individual or organisation who can bring their expertise and creativity to deliver a 360-degree 'Immersive Art' experience to reflect the fine art collections at Tullie. The services must include expertise both in software and hardware design and the appointed professional must be able to take the concept through to full delivery within the timeframes stated. Details can be found at: https://tullie.org.uk/project-tullie-phase-3-digital-installation-design-rfq/ Additional information: Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery Trust (the Trust) in Carlisle (brand name: Tullie) is seeking an (read more...)

Summary: Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery Trust in Carlisle is inviting quotations for the role of Digital Installation Designer as part of Project Tullie Phase 3. This tender is active and classified under 'Museum-exhibition services', with a procurement method of competitive quotation below threshold. Situated in the North West of the United Kingdom, the tender aims to develop an immersive digital space in the new 'Active Gallery' to enhance the museum's fine art collection. Key dates include the tender period ending on 29th June 2026 and the contract period from 20th July 2026 to 31st May 2027.

Provision of Services for Nuclear Decommissioning Authority Archive Ltd

Description: Provision of Services for Nuclear Decommissioning Authority Archive Ltd. The incumbent contract has contractual extension provisions which may be utilized and therefore may impact on the Contract and Tender Dates below.

Summary: The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority, a central government public authority based in Cumbria, United Kingdom, is initiating a tender for the "Provision of Services for Nuclear Decommissioning Authority Archive Ltd." Currently at the planning stage, this procurement is classified under the services category, specifically focusing on records management. The contract period is set to commence on 1st July 2029 and conclude on 30th June 2032, with a potential extension until 30th June 2034. Key future milestones include the notice publication planned for 19th April 2027. The planned procurement aims to continue the provision of services under the legal framework of UKPGA 2023/54.

Bus Shelter Replacement and Digital Infrastructure

Description: To procure the design, supply, installation, and commissioning of bus shelters and Digital infrastructure across Cumberland area. We intend to procure one supplier to deliver every part of this project including the digital displays. Delivery will be phased by priority of locations as well as funding availability. The Authority does not have access to all the funding at once, however, more funding is expected as the project progresses.

Summary: The procurement process, led by Cumberland Council, is currently in the planning stage for a project titled "Bus Shelter Replacement and Digital Infrastructure." This initiative falls under the works category and aims to design, supply, install, and commission bus shelters alongside digital infrastructure across the Cumberland area. The project will be executed in phases, prioritising locations based on available funding. The procurement budget is set at £4,500,000. A pipeline notice was published on 22nd May 2026, with further details anticipated by 15th June 2026. The project's contract period is planned from 10th August 2026 to 9th August 2028, highlighting a significant commitment to developing local transport infrastructure.

Bespoke Learning and Coaching Sessions

Description: Bespoke training and development and coaching sessions for the NDA Group (Cluster contract)

Summary: The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA), located in Cumbria, United Kingdom, has initiated a public procurement process for "Bespoke Learning and Coaching Sessions" aimed at providing training and development for the NDA Group. This contract, currently in the planning stage, falls under the "Personal development training services" industry category. The procurement process is slated to follow a direct award method with a gross estimated value of £12,000,000. The procurement exercise is scheduled to commence with the contract period starting on 1st January 2028 and concluding on 31st December 2032. A future notice is expected to be communicated by 1st December 2027, providing further details.

Off-the-shelf Training Courses

Description: Off-the-shelf Training Courses for the NDA Group (Cluster Contract).

Summary: The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA), a central government public authority in the UK, is planning a procurement process for "Off-the-shelf Training Courses" under a Cluster Contract for the NDA Group. The procurement process is currently at the planning stage, with a direct award method being employed. The planned delivery of these training services is set to commence on January 1, 2028, and conclude by December 31, 2032. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically targeting personnel-training services with a gross contract value of £12,000,000. This initiative is situated in the United Kingdom, with a future notice date set for December 1, 2027.

Supported Bus Services

Description: Cumberland Council is in the process of procuring supported bus services across the Cumberland area. The intention is to tender for these services in early Summer 2026, for the bus services to be ready for launch in November 2026. As part of the commissioning process, the Council would like to invite all interested bus operators to attend a pre-market engagement session. At this session we will share an outline of commissioning plans and talk through the anticipated tender process and timeline. The Council would like all bus operators who might be interested in delivering this contract either now or in the future to join us. Providers should note that procurement plans are subject to formal approval and cannot be guaranteed until a decision to procure has been made. (read more...)

Summary: Cumberland Council is undertaking a procurement process for supported bus services within the Cumberland area. The procurement is in the planning stage with a market engagement session scheduled for 26th May 2026, which will be conducted via Microsoft Teams. The contracting process is expected to move to the tendering phase in early Summer 2026, with the aim of launching the services in November 2026. This procurement falls under the category of public road transport services and is identified with the CPV code 60112000. The engagement session will provide opportunities for bus operators to understand the commissioning plans and the anticipated timeline for tendering. Interested parties should reserve a space by contacting the Council's procurement team.

Road Lighting Materials Framework 2026 - 2030

Description: Procurement of CC Bespoke Road Lighting Materials Framework, required for purchasing road lighting materials over 3 lots (Lot 1: Columns, Lot 2: Luminaires, Lot 3: Electrical Materials).

Summary: Cumberland Council has initiated a procurement process for a "Road Lighting Materials Framework 2026 - 2030" focusing on the procurement of goods within the street-lighting equipment sector. This tender is managed under an open procedure and is classified under a public authority sub-central government, with the Council located in Carlisle, United Kingdom. The procurement process is in the tender stage, with a tender closing date set for 15th June 2026. Notable stages in this procurement include an enquiry period ending on 5th June 2026 and an anticipated award date of 10th July 2026.

RESIDENTIAL SHORT BREAKS FOR ADULTS WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES AND/OR AUTISM CARLISLE

Description: Cumberland Council is procuring a Residential Short Breaks For Adults With Learning Disabilities And/or Autism Carlisle service to commence on 01st September 2026. Residential Short Breaks complement the range of services currently available to adults with a learning disability and / or who are autistic and forms part of the range of options available to meet people's assessed needs. Short breaks can have a significant positive impact on someone's independence and choice by enabling them to continue living in their own home by providing support they can access when their regular care giver needs to take a break from their caring responsibilities. For full details, refer to the Invitation to Tender and its appendices, including the Service Specification. The council proposes to enter into the contract for a (read more...)

Summary: Cumberland Council, a public authority at the sub-central government level, is currently in the tender stage for procuring a "Residential Short Breaks for Adults with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism" service located in Carlisle, within the UKD1 region. The procurement process is conducted using an open method below the threshold for open competition, and the main procurement category is services, specifically classified under social work and related services. The tender was initiated on 15th May 2026, with the submission deadline set for 12th June 2026 at 10:30. The contract is slated to begin on 1st September 2026 and will run for 12 months, concluding on 31st August 2027, with a contract value up to £344,138.69, excluding VAT.

RFI for provision of Terminal Ground staff & Train Driver Duties

Description: To support our Intermodal rail services NTS is currently seeking to understand the capabilities of the market for the provision of competent personnel for the following requirements: * Competent personnel to perform ground staff duties covering Train Preparation, Shunting and Driver Operator duties at various rail terminals * Competent personnel ad-hoc hire of Mainline Train Driver duties throughout the UK.

Summary: Direct Rail Services Limited is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process, titled "RFI for provision of Terminal Ground staff & Train Driver Duties". The purpose is to identify market capabilities for supplying competent personnel for rail services, specifically for Train Preparation, Shunting, Driver Operator duties at rail terminals, and hiring Mainline Train Drivers throughout the UK. This procurement falls under the services category, with industry classifications in support services for railway transport and supply of personnel. It occurs in various locations across the UK, with a key milestone of market engagement scheduled for 9th June 2026. Potential contracts are set to commence on 1st January 2027, lasting until 31st December 2028.

NDA Group Graduate Scheme

Description: NDA Group Graduate Scheme covering a period of 5 years starting from cohort Sep 2027. The graduates are recruited, selected, employed and managed by an NDA Group subsidiary (Energus), then deployed within the NDA Group for a period of 2 years and 3 years for FAR Graduates (Finance, Audit and Risk). They rotate within the NDA Group until the end of their scheme.

Summary: The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority has embarked on a graduate scheme procurement process titled "NDA Group Graduate Scheme". Set in the services category, this initiative focuses on vocational training services across the United Kingdom. Currently in the planning stage, the process is anticipated to kick off from September 2027, running for five years until August 2032. Key timelines include a future notice date slated for 1st April 2027. The scheme includes the graduates recruited and managed by Energus, a subsidiary of the NDA Group, and promises deployment opportunities within the NDA Group over the following years.