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Co-op Academies Trust-Wide School Uniforms

Description: The Co-op Academies Trust is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the north of England, operating 39 academies (Primary, Secondary, and Special Schools) across the North of England and 1 college (no uniform requirements) with students ranging from 4 to 19 years of age. Founded on co-operative values, the Trust is seeking to appoint a single, high-volume supplier for the provision of a new, standardised Trust-Wide Uniform. Co-op Academies Trust operates a diverse network of primary, secondary, further education and special schools, all of which require a uniform partner who can balance high standards, operational excellence, and genuine social impact. We are seeking a uniform partner who will strive for excellence with us and support our ambition that our schools and colleges provide successful and positive environments (read more...)

Summary: The Co-operative Academies Trust is inviting tenders for the provision of a standardised, trust-wide school uniform across its network of 39 academies in the north of England. This opportunity falls under the industry category of occupational clothing and special workwear. Located in Manchester, the trust has initiated an open competitive tender process, which is currently at the tender stage. The process includes a competitive flexible procedure conducted over three stages. The submission of documents is facilitated via the In-tend Education Portal, and interested suppliers must adhere to key dates, including the enquiry period ending on April 17, 2026, and the tender submission deadline set for May 21, 2026. The award period concludes by July 6, 2026, with the contract commencing on July 17, 2026, for an initial term of three years.

GMCA1903 Greater Manchester Production Fund Manager

Description: Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is seeking to award a contract for the provision of GMCA1903 GM Production Fund Manager. In March 2026, GMCA announced a PS10.5m Production Fund as part of its commitment to Good Growth in Greater Manchester. Opening in early summer 2026, the Fund will support both inward-investing and home-grown film and television projects that deliver clear economic, skills and industry benefits for the city-region. It represents a step change in Greater Manchester's approach to the screen sector, building on a strong existing ecosystem and creating the conditions for significant long-term growth. GMCA is now seeking to appoint a Production Fund Manager to lead delivery of this flagship programme. The Fund Manager will act as the primary interface between GMCA and the screen sector, providing (read more...)

Summary: The Greater Manchester Combined Authority is inviting tenders for the position of GMCA1903 Greater Manchester Production Fund Manager, a role pivotal to managing a £10.5 million Production Fund aimed at bolstering the city's screen sector. This process, categorised under business and management consultancy services, is at the tender stage with a closing date for submissions on the 30th of April, 2026. The contract managed by this public authority will be based in Manchester and is scheduled to commence on the 25th of May, 2026, with an initial term of 12 months and the possibility of an extension for a further 12 months. Tenders are to be submitted via The Chest, the North West Procurement Portal, under an open competition approach.

GMCA 1784 Greater Manchester Equality Panel Facilitation

Description: The Greater Manchester Equality Panels have been established to advise, support and challenge Greater Manchester's political leaders and policy-makers to tackle the discrimination and disadvantage that cause injustice and inequality in society, and champion Greater Manchester as an inclusive city-region. They do this by working together with the GMCA and partners to: * Provide insight into Greater Manchester's diverse communities, enabling political leaders and public bodies to listen and engage in a more targeted and effective way * Communicate key messages to our communities as trusted sources * Codesign policies, programmes and strategies to ensure they work effectively for communities * Support an asset-based approach, highlighting new opportunities (and challenges) for positive collaboration that build on the resources and strengths within our communities

Summary: The Greater Manchester Combined Authority is inviting tenders for the "GMCA 1784 Greater Manchester Equality Panel Facilitation" project. This open procedure is part of the services category and aims to establish equality panels to support Greater Manchester's socioeconomic inclusivity. The tender, tagged as "active," targets several UK regions such as UKC, UKD, and others. The process is currently at the tender stage, with key dates including an enquiry period ending on 30 April 2026 and tender submissions closing on 18 May 2026. All proposals must be submitted through The Chest procurement portal, and further details can be found using reference DN811922.

GMCA 1699 Engineering Project Manager Support for Solar Design and Build Contract Management

Description: GMCA has been working with partners to identify appropriate sites for energy generation as part of our regional decarbonisation activities. In 2023, GMCA commissioned a feasibility study to assess opportunities across the GM Waste Estate and identified 10 suitable sites for rooftop and ground-mounted solar. This presents an opportunity for GM Waste to invest and reduce their onsite power demand. However, there is significantly more solar capacity potential than these sites require creating an opportunity for export into the wider public sector estate and GMCA is interested in co-investing or procuring this power for their own use. GMCA are seeking support from potential suppliers to progress this work through to delivery by providing Engineering Project Manager Support. The project is split into 2 contingent parts as the number (read more...)

Summary: The Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is inviting bids for the provision of Engineering Project Manager Support for the Solar Design and Build Contract Management as part of their regional decarbonisation efforts. The tender, identified as GMCA 1699, is in the tender stage with key dates including the enquiry period ending on 12th May 2026 and the tender period closing on 26th May 2026. This contract aims to manage projects for solar installations across several identified sites in the United Kingdom, providing an opportunity to power the public sector estate. Interested parties can submit their bids via the open procurement method detailed in the tender notice.

State of Medical Education and Practice (SoMEP) Barometer Survey 2026

Description: This research is part of our ongoing work to measure and track the state of medical practice in the UK. Findings from the Barometer survey allow us to report on changes in doctors' career intentions, experiences in the workplace, and frequency of adaptations to pressurised environments; providing this in the context of their scope of practice. Whilst the Barometer survey is conducted annually, we are only currently tendering for the work that will take place in 2026. The Barometer survey is one of the central sources of evidence underpinning the GMC's State of Medical Education and Practice (SoMEP) workplace experiences report which provides a comprehensive picture of doctors' experiences and the realities and challenges they face. The SoMEP workplace experiences report is drafted by GMC staff but will (read more...)

Summary: The General Medical Council (GMC) is inviting tenders for the 2026 State of Medical Education and Practice (SoMEP) Barometer Survey. This project falls under the research and development services industry category and is crucial for tracking changes in doctors' workplace experiences in the UK. With an open procurement method, the contract is valued at £137,500 net, with a gross amount of £165,000. The tender, currently in the active stage, is open for submissions until 6th May 2026, and all enquiries must be made by 21st April 2026. The contract is scheduled to commence on 29th May 2026, lasting for one year, providing an opportunity for service providers located throughout the UK.

Data & Telecommunication Cabling Framework

Description: The University would like to establish a framework consisting of three contractors to provide the installation, repair and maintenance of the University's telephone, data and fibre optic cabling systems Please access more details and documents at the University's procurement portal: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity/aspx/Home

Summary: The University of Manchester has initiated an open procurement process for a "Data & Telecommunication Cabling Framework" to establish a system involving three contractors for the installation, repair, and maintenance of its telephone, data, and fibre optic cabling systems. This active tender, classified under the telecommunications network category, is at the tender stage. The procurement process follows an open procedure below threshold, with a total contract value of £3,000,000. The tender closes on 13th May 2026, at 12:00 PM, while the contract period is slated to begin on 4th July 2026 and end on 3rd July 2031. Located in Manchester, the postal code for delivery is M13 9PL, and the procurement aims at engaging the services industry, specifically benefiting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

State of Medical Education and Practice (SoMEP) Barometer Survey 2026

Description: This research is part of our ongoing work to measure and track the state of medical practice in the UK. Findings from the Barometer survey allow us to report on changes in doctors' career intentions, experiences in the workplace, and frequency of adaptations to pressurised environments; providing this in the context of their scope of practice. Whilst the Barometer survey is conducted annually, we are only currently tendering for the work that will take place in 2026. The Barometer survey is one of the central sources of evidence underpinning the GMC's State of Medical Education and Practice (SoMEP) workplace experiences report which provides a comprehensive picture of doctors' experiences and the realities and challenges they face. The SoMEP workplace experiences report is drafted by GMC staff but will (read more...)

Summary: The General Medical Council (GMC) is inviting tenders for the 2026 State of Medical Education and Practice (SoMEP) Barometer Survey. This project falls under the research and development services industry category and is crucial for tracking changes in doctors' workplace experiences in the UK. With an open procurement method, the contract is valued at £137,500 net, with a gross amount of £165,000. The tender, currently in the active stage, is open for submissions until 6th May 2026, and all enquiries must be made by 21st April 2026. The contract is scheduled to commence on 29th May 2026, lasting for one year, providing an opportunity for service providers located throughout the UK.

Provision of Thermoplastic Lining Materials

Description: Manchester City Council is looking to procure a framework for the provision of thermoplastic lining materials. The framework period will be for 2 years with the option to extend for an additional 2 years. It is intended that Manchester City Council will award this framework to the 2 highest scoring tenderers, subject to meeting the Award Criteria stated in the ITT documents. The Council is using the e-business portal known as the Chest. Applicants will need to register their details at the following link www.the-chest.org.uk . Once registered, applicants will be emailed a log-in and password which will allow them to gain access to the documentation relating to this opportunity.

Summary: Manchester City Council is actively seeking suppliers for the "Provision of Thermoplastic Lining Materials" through an open procurement process in the goods category. This opportunity focuses on delivering plastic products and road marking services, with a specific location in the UKD33 region of the United Kingdom. The procurement is at the tender stage, with key dates including a submission deadline of 11:00 am on 4th May 2026, and an award period ending on 18th June 2026. The anticipated contract period is from 7th July 2026 to 6th July 2028, with the chance to extend for an additional two years. Interested parties need to register and submit electronically via the e-business portal, the Chest. The contract value is estimated at £250,000 net of VAT, with potential gross earnings up to £300,000.

TC1101 - Data Analytical Services System for Rent Accounts

Description: The Council is using the e-business portal known as the Chest. Participants of the preliminary market engagement exercise will need to register their details at the following link www.the-chest.org.uk . Once registered, participants will be emailed a log-in and password which will allow them to gain access to the documentation relating to this exercise. Manchester City Council is conducting a preliminary market engagement exercise to assess the capability of the marketplace. The exercise will assist the Council gather insights in advance of a potential future procurement. Please note this is not a call for competition and Manchester City Council reserves the right not to proceed to procurement. We would like to invite you to attend a session in April 2026 on either the 21,22 or 23 April 2026 (read more...)

Summary: Manchester City Council is in the planning stage of a procurement process for a potential contract titled "TC1101 - Data Analytical Services System for Rent Accounts," under the services category of software package and information systems. The council is conducting a preliminary market engagement exercise between 21 and 23 April 2026 to assess market capabilities in Manchester. Interested businesses are invited to demonstrate their solutions by attending one of these sessions and submitting a preliminary market engagement questionnaire by 14 April 2026. This exercise will help the Council gather insights before deciding on a future procurement pathway, with a potential contract period from December 2026 to December 2030.

Group Uniform and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) tender

Description: MAG Procurement intends to initiate a multistage, regulated tender process to establish a five-year agreement with a suitably qualified supplier for the provision of Uniform and PPE across all MAG airports. The contract will include a two-year extension option, offering flexibility to accommodate future operational needs. Suppliers participating in the tender will be pre-verified for their capability to deliver the required goods, ensuring quality and reliability from the outset. The contract will cover the provision of operational and corporate uniform, specialist workwear and PPE to support airport operations across MAG's UK airports and associated business units. The scope is expected to include product supply, garment management, distribution, and ongoing service support.

Summary: The procurement process for the "Group Uniform and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) tender" is being initiated by MAG Airport Limited, a public undertaking with headquarters located at 6th Floor, Olympic House, Manchester, United Kingdom. This process falls under the planning stage and aims to establish a five-year agreement for the supply of uniforms and PPE across all MAG airports, with an option to extend for two additional years. The tender follows a competitive flexible procedure, adhering to the Procurement Act 2023, and is categorised under "Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories." Businesses interested in expressing their interest must register by 26th June 2026, with the award expected by 20th November 2026.