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Highways surface dressing framework

Description: Framework agreement for the provision of highways dressing work

Summary: The Blackburn With Darwen Borough Council is in the planning stage of a procurement process for a Highways Surface Dressing Framework. This opportunity, published on 2 April 2026, seeks the provision of surface dressing works on highways within the UKD41 region in Blackburn, United Kingdom. The procurement follows an open competition method and is classified under public authority - sub-central government. The expected contract period starts from 1 October 2026 and may extend until 30 September 2030, with renewal options available. Framework agreements are included under the legal basis set by UKPGA 2023/54.

Star Academies - Fire and Security Services

Description: Star Academies are looking to run an FTS (above threshold) compliant tender under PA2023 to appoint up to two suitable suppliers across each lot (region) in a dual sourced contract arrangement (please note that at Star's discretion a single supplier may be appointed to a lot where the scoring is strongly weighted in one supplier's favour). The suppliers selected will be able to provide a complete Fire and Security services package (including repair, installation, testing and maintenance) all in accordance with SFG20 and the final ITT documents. The supplier must also be able to provide reactive maintenance and a 24 hour call out facility 365 days/year across each lot for which they wish to bid.

Summary: Star Academies, a public authority in sub-central government, is currently in the tender stage for procuring comprehensive Fire and Security Services. This competitive flexible procedure covers the regions of North West, West Yorkshire, and West Midlands in the United Kingdom. Interested suppliers must submit their expression of interest by 1st May 2026, with the enquiry period ending on 22nd April 2026. The tender aims to appoint up to two suppliers per lot, with a potential contract award by 7th July 2026. The procurement adheres to PA2023 regulations and involves selective bidding methods, ensuring above-threshold compliance.

Traffic Signals Works Contract

Description: Contract for the provision of traffic signal improvement works.

Summary: Blackburn With Darwen Borough Council is planning to initiate a tender for traffic signal improvement works, with a contract valued at approximately £1.7 million. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with key dates set for the contract period starting on 1st September 2026 and ending on 31st August 2028. The works will take place in the United Kingdom, specifically within the UKD41 region. This tender falls under the 'works' industry category and aims to enhance the installation of traffic lights. Businesses interested in participating should note the procurement method details as "Below threshold - unknown," indicating a potentially streamlined process for suitable entities.

Surfacing and Civils Framework

Description: The provision of surfacing and generalised civils works for a very varied portfolio of highways and assets across the borough. The tender will be split into 4 lots: Lot 1 - Surfacing Works Lot 2 - Civils Works Lot 3 - Cold Milling Works Lot 4 - Repairs to Asphalt Surfaces

Summary: Blackburn With Darwen Borough Council is inviting tenders for its Surfacing and Civils Framework, aimed at providing surfacing and general civils works across its highways and assets in Blackburn, United Kingdom. This procurement process, currently in the planning stage, follows an open procedure and is divided into four lots covering surfacing works, civils works, cold milling works, and asphalt surface repairs. With a total estimated value of £41,650,000, the contract period is set from 1st August 2026 to 31st July 2028, with potential extension until 31st July 2030. Interested parties should note the future notice date set for 27th April 2026.

Provision of a CRM System

Description: Newground Together is seeking to engage with suppliers in connection with the provision of a CRM system. Newground Together wishes to engage with suppliers to expand our understanding of the market, the available solutions and functionality of those solutions and the likely associated costs and cost influencers, as well as mechanisms for savings.

Summary: Newground Together, operating as a public undertaking based in Blackburn, United Kingdom, is in the planning stage for a procurement process concerning the provision of a CRM system. The procurement, classified under the industry category of software package and information systems, aims to explore market options and gather supplier insights into potential solutions, their functionalities, associated costs, and cost savings mechanisms. Key dates include the due date for completed market engagement questionnaires on 15th April 2026, with further communication expected on 29th June 2026.

Star Academies - Water Management (Legionella) Services

Description: Star Academies are looking to run a Find a Tender Service (FTS - above threshold) compliant tender under PA2023 to appoint a single suitable supplier to manage the water systems (legionella) across its nationwide school estate. The supplier selected will be able to provide a complete water systems management (legionella) services package including maintenance (PPM), legionella risk assessment, technical advice and remedial works, all in accordance with industry best practice e.g. HSE ACOP L8 and the final ITT documents.

Summary: Star Academies, located in Blackburn, UK, is in the process of tendering for water management services to oversee legionella risk across its nationwide school estate. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with key deadlines including the expression of interest closing on 25th March 2026 and the award expected to be completed by 18th June 2026. This tender falls under the industry category of consulting services for water-supply and waste-water management, excluding construction, with the main procurement category being services. Star Academies is utilising a competitive flexible procedure, compliant with PA2023 regulations, to appoint a supplier who will handle a comprehensive water systems management package following industry best practices.

BwD Information and Advice Service

Description: Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is looking to procure for an All-Age Carers Service and an Information and Advice Service, as part of its Happy Healthy and Well (prevention) offer, and is holding an in-person pre-market engagement event on Thursday 19 March 2026. The event aims to develop a clearer understanding of the market and gather insight into supplier capabilities, innovations, and delivery models for the provision of support services in Blackburn with Darwen. The sessions will also support providers in understanding procurement requirements, social value commitments, and will help inform the development of value-driven service specifications. The engagement event will cover both of the following separate service areas: > ALL AGE CARERS SERVICE - Commission 1 (The Chest ref no: DN807429) > INFORMATION AND ADVICE SERVICE - (read more...)

Summary: Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is progressing to the planning stage of its procurement process for an All-Age Carers Service and an Information and Advice Service as part of its Happy Healthy and Well initiative. Classified under 'Other community, social and personal services,' this tender aims to enhance support services within Blackburn, UKD41 region. An in-person pre-market engagement event is scheduled on Thursday, 19th March 2026 at Livesey Family Hub, Blackburn from 10:00 to 12:00. Interested parties must register by 12:00 noon on Wednesday, 18th March 2026, with a maximum of two attendees per organisation. The contract period is set to start on 1st October 2026 and run until as late as 30th September 2031, including potential renewal.

BwD All Age Carers Service

Description: Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is looking to procure for an All-Age Carers Service and an Information and Advice Service, as part of its Happy Healthy and Well (prevention) offer, and is holding an in-person pre-market engagement event on Thursday 19 March 2026. The event aims to develop a clearer understanding of the market and gather insight into supplier capabilities, innovations, and delivery models for the provision of support services in Blackburn with Darwen. The sessions will also support providers in understanding procurement requirements, social value commitments, and will help inform the development of value-driven service specifications for. The engagement event will cover both of the following separate service areas: > ALL AGE CARERS SERVICE - Commission 1 (this commission; ref no: DN807429) > INFORMATION AND ADVICE SERVICE (read more...)

Summary: Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council, a sub-central government public authority, is in the planning stage of procuring services for its Happy Healthy and Well (prevention) offer. The procurement process involves two separate commissions: an All-Age Carers Service and an Information and Advice Service. A pre-market engagement event is scheduled for Thursday 19 March 2026 at the Livesey Family Hub, Blackburn, running from 10:00 to 12:00. The event aims to better understand supplier capabilities and inform service specifications. Registration for the event closes on 18 March 2026 at noon. The procurement falls under the category of Other community, social and personal services, and involves a significant contract valued at £1,466,800, expected to start on 1 October 2026 and run through 30 September 2029, with potential renewal extending to 2031.

Care At Home Service

Description: CARE AT HOME - PRE-MARKET ENGAGEMENT ADVERT Neighbourhood Care at Home Service (Lot 1) Crisis Response - Borough Wide (Lot 2) Planned Nights - Borough Wide (Lot 3) Adult Services - Approved framework Children Services - Approved Framework Complex Care at Home - Borough Wide Overview Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is looking to procure for Care at Home Service and is holding a pre-market engagement event. This event aims to develop a clearer understanding of the market and gather insight into supplier capabilities, innovations, and delivery models for the provision of Care at Home Services in Blackburn with Darwen. The session will also support providers in understanding procurement requirements and will help inform the development of value-driven service specifications. The engagement event will cover the following separate (read more...)

Summary: Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is currently in the planning stage for procuring a Care At Home Service. The service includes various lots such as Neighbourhood Care at Home, Crisis Response, Planned Nights, and frameworks for Adult and Children Services. A pre-market engagement event is scheduled for 3 March 2026 at St Lukes Church Blackburn, providing an opportunity for suppliers to understand procurement requirements and contribute insights. Registration for this event closes on 2 March 2026. The procurement, classified under social work services without accommodation, is set to run from 1 October 2026 to 30 September 2029, with eligibility for SMEs and VCSEs.

Care At Home Service

Description: CARE AT HOME - PRE-MARKET ENGAGEMENT ADVERT Neighbourhood Care at Home Service (Lot 1) Crisis Response - Borough Wide (Lot 2) Planned Nights - Borough Wide (Lot 3) Adult Services - Approved framework Children Services - Approved Framework Complex Care at Home - Borough Wide Overview Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is looking to procure for Care at Home Service and is holding a pre-market engagement event. This event aims to develop a clearer understanding of the market and gather insight into supplier capabilities, innovations, and delivery models for the provision of Care at Home Services in Blackburn with Darwen. The session will also support providers in understanding procurement requirements and will help inform the development of value-driven service specifications. The engagement event will cover the following separate (read more...)

Summary: Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is in the planning stage of a procurement process for the Care At Home Service, aimed at providing statutory assessed care in the community to ensure individuals can live independently at home. A pre-market engagement event is scheduled for 3rd March 2026 at St Lukes Church, Blackburn, offering insights into supplier capabilities and innovations for services such as Neighbourhood Care, Crisis Response, and Complex Care, among others. The registration deadline to attend the event is noon on 2nd March 2026. The contract, valued at £80 million, falls within the social work services category without accommodation and is slated to commence on 1st October 2026, spanning up to 30th September 2029, with potential renewal options extending to 2031.