TaAF Leadership

Description: This contract aims to strengthen system leadership and build sustainable capacity across Pennine Lancashire by delivering certified CliftonStrengths coaching, collaborative leadership facilitation, and a Train-the-Trainer (TTT) programme. The work supports the Leadership Workstream within Sport England's Place Partner programme, running from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027.

Summary: The Blackburn with Darwen Council has initiated an open tender process for the "TaAF Leadership" contract, aimed at enhancing system leadership and building sustainable capacities in the Pennine Lancashire region. This initiative is part of Sport England’s Place Partner programme and will run from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027. The contract's focus is on delivering certified CliftonStrengths coaching, collaborative leadership facilitation, and a Train-the-Trainer programme. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 16th February 2026, with enquiries closing on 9th February 2026. The procurement falls within the services category, specifically training services, and is valued at £210,000 (net). The process is in the Tender stage, conducted under an open procedure, and submissions can be made electronically through the provided portal.

Provision of Bid Writing Services

Description: Newground Together are seeking to engage with suppliers in connection with the delivery of bid writing and opportunity identification services to help us understand the market, capabilities, regional / cross regional abilities and the likely costs associated with these services.

Summary: Newground Together is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for the Provision of Bid Writing Services. This involves engaging with suppliers to explore the market for bid writing and opportunity identification services. The focus includes assessing supplier capabilities and regional abilities, as well as understanding cost implications. The buying organisation, Newground Together, is located in Blackburn, United Kingdom, classified as a public undertaking. The engagement process seeks participant input through a questionnaire, with a submission deadline set for 30th January 2026. This tender falls under the services category with specific interest in business services related to law, marketing, consulting, and writing agency services.

Star Academies Furniture and Associated Services

Description: Star Academies (Star) is a not-for-profit multi-academy trust. As one of the UK's leading trusts, Star runs a diverse network of primary and secondary schools across the UK. Star currently comprises 36 schools - 11 primary schools, 23 secondary schools and two 'all through' schools. There is also a Head Office and Professional Development institute, both based in Blackburn. Our schools are located in five regional clusters: Lancashire, Greater Manchester, West Yorkshire, West Midlands and Greater London. The trust is expected to grow over the lifetime of the contract. Further details about the Trust can be found on our website: www.staracademies.org. Star Academies are looking to run an FTS (above threshold) competitive flexible procedure compliant under PA2023 to appoint a single suitable supplier for each lot (region), suppliers (read more...)

Summary: Star Academies, a prominent not-for-profit multi-academy trust operating a network of 36 schools across regions including Lancashire, Greater Manchester, West Yorkshire, West Midlands, and Greater London, is in the tender stage of procuring furniture and associated services. The procurement, titled "Star Academies Furniture and Associated Services", falls under the category of goods and is currently active. The trust seeks to engage suppliers through an innovative competitive flexible procedure to provide supply, installation, and packaging removal services for furniture. The tender is divided into four regional lots, expected to commence on 1st June 2026, with an initial contract period of three years and potential extensions totalling two additional years. Interested suppliers have until 2nd February 2026 to express their interest electronically via the In-Tend Education e-Tendering Portal.

BwDBC Waste Contracts 2026

Description: Lot 1 - The Treatment and Processing of Recyclable Waste Lot 2 - The Treatment and Processing of Food Waste Lot 3 - The Disposal of Municipal Waste

Summary: Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is actively engaging in the tender process for the "BwDBC Waste Contracts 2026," focusing on refuse disposal and treatment services within the UKD41 region, specifically Blackburn. The procurement, currently in the 'tender' stage, has an end date for tenders submission set on 9th February 2026, with an anticipated award by 27th February 2026. The open tender procedure allows interested businesses to bid on three active lots: the treatment and processing of recyclable waste, food waste, and municipal waste. Collectively valued at £48,000,000, these opportunities present a significant undertaking for suitable contractors. The service commencement is scheduled for 1st June 2026, with operations extending through to May 2029, inclusive of potential renewals. The opportunity entails substantial engagement with local waste management solutions, aligning with legal mandates for sub-central government procurements under UKPGA 2023/54.

Star Academies - Mechanical 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 Mechanical Services package (including AC, AHU's, Boiler Servicing, gas and pressure system testing) 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: The current procurement process conducted by STAR ACADEMIES involves a tender titled "Star Academies - Mechanical Services," focusing on repair and maintenance services in building installations across various regions in the United Kingdom such as the North West, West Yorkshire, and West Midlands. The procurement is in the tender stage, aiming to appoint up to two suppliers per lot under a competitive flexible procedure. Prospective suppliers are invited to submit their expressions of interest by 30th January 2026, with final bidding following a rigorous multi-stage evaluation. The contract period commences on 1st May 2026, with the possibility of two optional 12-month extensions. This tender encompasses providing comprehensive mechanical services including reactive maintenance and a 24-hour call-out facility, ensuring compliance with industry standards such as SFG20.

Public Mental Wellbeing Programme - Community Bereavement Support Service for Children and Families (Lot 1); Community Bereavement Support Service for Adults (Lot 2)

Description: Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is looking to procure two Community Bereavement Support Services and is holding online pre-market engagement events on Monday 12th January 2026. These engagement events aim to develop a clearer understanding of the market and gather insight into supplier capabilities, innovations, and delivery models for the provision of bereavement support services in Blackburn with Darwen. The sessions will also support providers in understanding procurement requirements and will help inform the development of value-driven service specifications. The engagement events will cover the following separate service areas: 1) Children and Families Bereavement Support Service (Lot 1) 2) Adults' Bereavement Support Service (Lot 2) Each service will be discussed in a separate engagement session. Suppliers are welcome to attend either session or both, depending on their areas (read more...)

Summary: Blackburn With Darwen Borough Council is in the planning stage of procuring two Community Bereavement Support Services aimed at enhancing the public mental wellbeing programme. This tender, identified as URN185, falls under the services category and is specifically targeted at community health services in Blackburn, UKD41 region, United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently focused on pre-market engagement, scheduled to take place online via Microsoft Teams on 12th January 2026. Interested parties must register individually for these sessions, catering to two separate service areas: Children and Families and Adults Bereavement Support Service, with registration closing at noon on 9th January 2026. These engagement events are designed to gather insights and inform service specifications for the upcoming tender, which holds a gross contract value of £648,000 with a start date slated for 1st April 2026.

PEF 149 Union Street Bridge Arch Re-pointing works.

Description: This Mini-Competition ("Mini Competition") is issued to all contractors on the Bridge Maintenance Lot 1 Framework ("Framework Contractors") for Union Street Bridge Repointing Scheme (the "Contract"), their professional advisers and other parties essential to preparing a tender for this Contract (the "Tender") and for no other purpose.

Summary: The procurement process for the "PEF 149 Union Street Bridge Arch Re-pointing works" is managed by Blackburn with Darwen, a local authority in the United Kingdom. This project falls under the construction industry category, specifically targeting bridge construction work, and covers multiple regions across England. The procurement method involves a selective call-off from a framework agreement. The tender process concluded on 24th November 2025, and the contract is scheduled to be executed from 4th January to 31st January 2026. The buyer, Blackburn with Darwen, is looking to repoint the arches of Union Street Bridge, focusing on maintenance and infrastructure enhancement.

Advocacy Services

Description: Advocacy Services Lot 1 - All Age Advocacy Provision Lot 2 - Independent Health Complaints

Summary: The current public procurement process is being conducted by Blackburn with Darwen for the provision of Advocacy Services, covering two main lots: All Age Advocacy Provision and Independent Health Complaints. The procurement falls under the 'Social work and related services' industry category and will serve the UKD41 region of the United Kingdom. The process is in the tender stage with an open procurement method, and submissions are due by 31st December 2025. The enquiry period closes on 15th December 2025, with an expected award announcement by 26th January 2026. The allocated budget for this tender totals £1,560,000, highlighting the significance of this opportunity within the public services sector.

BwD Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND) Services

Description: Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is hosting a pre-market engagement event and would like to invite potential providers to attend an open, discussion-led session. The purpose of this event is to explore the local market and identify the range of services providers can offer to support SEND children and young people in Blackburn with Darwen, with a particular focus on the following areas: Short Breaks - Transport - Domiciliary Care with Support - Outreach The event will be held at: Meeting Room A - TH/2/A Town Hall Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council BB1 7DP on Monday 1st December 2025, 09:30-12:30 Please complete this form to register yourself for the event. https://forms.office.com/e/KKQFjCk3da Registration closes at 12:00 noon on Friday 28th November 2025.

Summary: Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is in the planning stage of a public procurement process for their 'BwD Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND) Services', which falls under the industry category of health and social work services. They are organising a pre-market engagement event to explore the local market and assess service offerings to support SEND children and young people in Blackburn with Darwen. This engagement focuses on services including short breaks, transport, domiciliary care with support, and outreach. The event is scheduled for 1st December 2025 at the Town Hall, Blackburn, with a registration deadline on 28th November 2025. The procurement process is in its planning phase, with a future notice expected on 12th January 2026, targeting a contract period from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2029, potentially extendable to 31st March 2030.

Extra Care Housing/ Adult Social Care

Description: This project focuses on the development and commissioning of a high-quality Extra Care Housing service within Blackburn with Darwen, designed to support adults with varying levels of need to live independently within their own homes. The specification outlines the delivery of 24/7 on-site care and support across five schemes, with an emphasis on prevention, wellbeing, and community integration. Lot 1 covers two Extra Care Housing schemes based in Blackburn: Kingsway and Springbank Court. Both cater primarily to residents aged 55 and over, offering 24-hour on-site care and support. Lot 2 includes three schemes: Albion Mill (Ewood), Riverside Heights, and Pembroke Court (Darwen). These schemes support a wider age range, from 18 years and over, providing 24-hour or daytime on-site care depending on the location. They offer tailored support (read more...)

Summary: The Blackburn with Darwen Council is conducting a tender process for the "Extra Care Housing/ Adult Social Care" project in the United Kingdom, focusing on developing high-quality services to support adult independence. This tender falls under the services industry category requiring social work services with accommodation. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with a tender period ending on 10th December 2025. The procurement method is open, with an open procedure being utilised. Interested suppliers should submit their tenders via The Chest portal. The contract, legally based on UKPGA 2023/54, is valued at approximately £17.3 million GBP net and involves two lots located in Blackburn and Darwen.