GMC2207 delivery of Training, CPD, Supervision and Executive Coaching

Description: delivery of Training, CPD, and Supervision of in-house coaches, alongside Executive Coaching for Directors & Assistant Directors

Summary: The General Medical Council (GMC), a public authority operating under the sub-central government classification, is planning a procurement process titled "GMC2207 delivery of Training, CPD, Supervision and Executive Coaching." This initiative falls within the services industry, specifically focusing on coaching services, with delivery anticipated throughout the United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, following a pre-market engagement conducted on 3rd December 2025. The contract period is set to begin on 17th May 2026 and is expected to last until 16th May 2029, with the possibility of renewal extending to 16th May 2030. Prospective businesses should take note of an anticipated communication release date on 7th January 2026.

Preliminary Market Engagement - Cyclical External & Internal Communal Paint and Repair Contract

Description: Wythenshawe Community Housing Group has a requirement for a new Cyclical External & Internal Communal Paint and Repair contract. This will replace the existing contract, which expires in Spring 2026.

Summary: Wythenshawe Community Housing Group Limited, a public authority under sub-central government classification, is in the planning stage for a new Cyclical External & Internal Communal Paint and Repair contract, aiming to replace its current contract by Spring 2026. This tender focuses on works within the painting and glazing industry as well as repair and maintenance services, with procurement activities spanning multiple regions across the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, UKE, and others. A market engagement event scheduled via The Chest is expected to conclude by 17th December 2025. The contract, valued at £4.8 million, is set to commence on 1st May 2026 and run until 30th April 2029, with possible extension up to 2031.

Preliminary Market Engagement - Cyclical External & Internal Communal Paint and Repair Contract

Description: Wythenshawe Community Housing Group has a requirement for a new Cyclical External & Internal Communal Paint and Repair contract. This will replace the existing contract, which expires in Spring 2026.

Summary: Wythenshawe Community Housing Group Limited, a public authority under sub-central government classification, is in the planning stage for a new Cyclical External & Internal Communal Paint and Repair contract, aiming to replace its current contract by Spring 2026. This tender focuses on works within the painting and glazing industry as well as repair and maintenance services, with procurement activities spanning multiple regions across the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, UKE, and others. A market engagement event scheduled via The Chest is expected to conclude by 17th December 2025. The contract, valued at £4.8 million, is set to commence on 1st May 2026 and run until 30th April 2029, with possible extension up to 2031.

Bus Depot Electrification Programme (Tranche 5+)

Description: This requirement covers the procurement of a suitable contracting partner for the next tranche (Tranche 5) of electrical infrastructure requirements for TfGM Bus Depot Electrification Programme. TfGM are exploring options to procure a contracting partner to develop and deliver suitable proposals and infrastructure, for Tranche 5 (and potentially Tranche 6) of the Bus Depot Electrification Programme. Currently the design is at RIBA Stage 2 and the intention will be for the appointed contractor to progress this further to detailed design (RIBA Stage 4) through to future construction. Tranche 5 of the TfGM Bus Depot Electrification Programme includes Wigan and Wythenshawe. Tranche 6 projects are yet to be confirmed but is likely to include a number of additional depots of a similar size. This is the initial Procurement Notice (read more...)

Summary: Transport for Greater Manchester has initiated the planning stage for the "Bus Depot Electrification Programme (Tranche 5+)", a significant public procurement project aimed at enhancing the electrical infrastructure at bus depots in Wigan and Wythenshawe, and potentially additional sites under Tranche 6. This project falls under the industry category of works, with additional services, specifically related to electric buses and high voltage installation work. The procurement method is open and will use a competitive flexible procedure. The anticipated deadlines are set with a tender period ending on 30th June 2026, followed by an award period concluding on 17th July 2026. The contract period is slated to start on 31st July 2026 and potentially extend until 14th December 2030, subject to renewal to address possible programme delays. This project has a gross value of £72,000,000, offering significant business opportunities.

Community Accommodation Service Tier 3 (CAS3)

Description: Community Accommodation Service Tier 3 (CAS3) is a provision funded by the Ministry of Justice (MOJ) and overseen in Greater Manchester by the Greater Manchester Probation Service and Manchester City Council, to provide short-term accommodation and support for people who are threatened with homelessness upon their release from prison or approved premises, for up to 84 days. The CAS3 provision emphasises the prevention of homelessness and the reduction in reoffending. Manchester City Council is seeking to engage with existing and potential providers of support and accommodation services to understand the market's capabilities in providing short-term support and accommodation for people who have recently left custody.

Summary: Manchester City Council has initiated a public procurement process in the planning stage for the Community Accommodation Service Tier 3 (CAS3) project. The Council aims to secure short-term accommodation and support services for individuals released from custody, focusing on preventing homelessness and reducing reoffending. This tender falls under the industry category of Health and Social Work Services and is located in Manchester, within the UKD33 region of the United Kingdom. The deadline for submissions is set for 12th December 2025, with initial service commencement on 1st July 2026 and completion by the end of 2027. Providers interested in this opportunity should submit their proposals to the specified Council contacts to demonstrate their capacity to deliver the outlined services.

Specialist Street Lighting Consultancy Service

Description: To provide consultancy support to Manchester City Council's Street Lighting Client management team. 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 inviting tenders for a "Specialist Street Lighting Consultancy Service" aimed at providing consultancy support to its Street Lighting Client management team. This opportunity falls under the services category and relates to highways consultancy services. The procurement process is in the tender stage, following an open procedure method. The entire process will be conducted via the e-business portal known as the Chest. Interested parties must register to access detailed documentation. Key dates include the submission deadline of 11am on 22nd December 2025 and an enquiry period ending on 15th December 2025. The contract is valued at GBP 240,000 net and is set to run from 27th February 2026 to 26th February 2030, with the award expected on 11th February 2026.

Marketing Manchester ITT for the Provision of new Creative Concept, Film and Photography

Description: Marketing Manchester (MM), part of the Growth Company (GC), is looking to appoint a supplier to produce a new creative concept to be used within leisure marketing campaigns and activity that promote Manchester as a desirable place to visit on a seasonal basis, encouraging people to stay overnight, driving business for the city's accommodation providers in low season (January-March and June-August). The supplier will need to undertake or work with a trusted, proven partner of their own to undertake robust audience testing on the creative concept across domestic audiences, as well as within international markets. This creative concept will be used across campaigns for a minimum of two years and therefore must also have capacity to evolve. The supplier will then use the creative concept, informed by the (read more...)

Summary: Marketing Manchester, a division of The Growth Company, has initiated a public procurement process titled "Marketing Manchester ITT for the Provision of new Creative Concept, Film and Photography" under the open procedure procurement method. The tender invites suppliers to develop a creative concept for leisure marketing campaigns promoting Manchester as a desirable overnight destination. Potential suppliers must conduct robust audience testing for both domestic and international markets, ensuring the concept's adaptability for the city’s Spring/Summer 2026 campaign. The tender, focusing primarily on services, is categorised under photographs and advertising campaign services with a CPV code of 22315000. Interested parties should submit tenders via the Panacea Supplier Platform by the deadline of 10:00 am on Monday, 15th December 2025, with the contract period commencing on 5th January 2026 and concluding on 1st May 2026.

Legal Case Management

Description: Manchester City Council is inviting organisations to participate in a Preliminary Market Engagement exercise regarding Legal Case Management System Requirements. Manchester City Council Legal & Democratic services provide legal services to not only Manchester City Council, but Salford City Council, Rochdale Borough Council and the Greater Manchester Combined Authority. The Legal Case Management solution is deemed a business-critical system. With the introduction of a new resilient, secure case management solution for Legal Services not only provides the tools to staff for effective working in line with the Manchester City Council 'Our People' strategy The Council intends to explore procuring a new Legal Case Management Saas solution (including the setup, licensing, support and maintenance services) and b) a professional service to lead its implementation and migration of agreed data (read more...)

Summary: Manchester City Council is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process concerning a new Legal Case Management solution. The project falls under the services category and involves potential suppliers participating in a Preliminary Market Engagement initiative. This initiative aims to explore capabilities within the marketplace, with a focus on database management and legal services. The preliminary engagement is scheduled to culminate in a session in January 2026, and businesses interested in participating must submit a questionnaire by 5th January 2026. The geographic focus for delivery is the Greater Manchester area, and the planned contract period is from March 2027 to March 2034.

Preliminary Market Engagement for Digital to Analogue Switchover

Description: Wythenshawe Community Housing Group (WCHG), Manchester's largest social housing provider manages 14,000 properties and plans to build 1,100 more in five years. The UK is transitioning from analogue PSTN to digital services by January 2027, impacting systems such as telecare, warden call, alarms, door entry, CCTV, and payment terminals. Government guidance prioritises safeguarding telecare users during this switchover. WCHG seeks support to manage implications for its Extra Care portfolio, starting with Village 135 (135 apartments with 24/7 care). The project will be split into two Lots: Lot 1: Specialist consultancy for strategic advice, technical assessments, and migration planning. Lot 2: Practical delivery, including supply, installation, and commissioning of digital solutions.

Summary: Wythenshawe Community Housing Group (WCHG), the largest social housing provider in Manchester, is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Preliminary Market Engagement for Digital to Analogue Switchover." The procurement is focused on transitioning from analogue to digital services for systems including telecare and CCTV, driven by the UK's nationwide switchover set for completion by January 2027. The project targets the organisation's Extra Care portfolio, beginning with Village 135 and is divided into two lots: consultancy services for strategic advice and practical delivery of digital solutions. Critical engagement deadlines include a scheduled milestone date of 18th December 2025. The procurement falls under the industry categories of telecommunication services, with the contract period likely to start in February 2026.

Provision of Insurance Coverage

Description: Manchester City Council (Council) is inviting Tenders for the purpose of procuring insurances services as detailed in the Specification of this ITT (Services). This procurement will be conducted in accordance with the requirements of the Procurement Act 2023. The anticipated service commencement date is 1st April 2026. The Services have been divided into work packages (Lots) and Tenderers are invited to bid for all or any of the following Lots: Lot 1 - Combined Liability Lot 2 - Motor Fleet Lot 3 - Crime / FG Lot 4 - Medical Malpractice Lot 5 - Personal Accident and Travel Lot 6 - Computers Lot 7 - Cyber Liability

Summary: Manchester City Council is presently updating a tender for the "Provision of Insurance Coverage," focused on procuring insurance services in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023. The procurement process is in the tender update stage, with a substantial implementation starting date set for 1st April 2026. This tender, categorised under the services industry, is an open procedure covering the UKD33 region and involves multiple lots including Combined Liability, Motor Fleet, Cyber Liability, and others. Tender submissions must be completed by 11 am on 9th January 2026 through the e-business portal known as the Chest.