Fusion21 Cleaning and Washroom Services DPS

Description: Fusion21 established a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of cleaning services across public sector estates. The DPS provides a flexible and efficient procurement solution for Fusion21 members (including but not exclusive to property owners in the residential, education, health, local and central government sectors) to save money and generate social value. This notice advises that Fusion21 has exercised the second option to extend the term of the DPS by 12 months. The DPS will now end on 7 February 2027 unless extended again.

Summary: The public procurement process detailed in this document pertains to the "Fusion21 Cleaning and Washroom Services DPS". The procurement is managed by the Fusion21 Members Consortium, located in Prescot, United Kingdom. It is focused on providing cleaning services across public sector estates, serving various sectors such as residential, education, health, and government. Recently, the procurement process was updated to extend the Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) by 12 months, with the new end date set for 7 February 2027, unless further extended. This process is currently at the tender update stage, operating under a framework compliant with legal basis CELEX 32014L0024, offering significant compliance and procurement benefits to participating organisations.

Design, Build, Install and Maintenance Contract for Halton Microgrid

Description: BACKGROUND INFORMATION Halton Borough Council (HBC) is a Unitary Authority based in Cheshire, North West England, comprising the main towns of Runcorn and Widnes. The Council declared a Climate Emergency on the 16th October 2019. Following the declaration, the Council developed an Action Plan which is predominantly focused on reducing the Council's own carbon production. The Council has developed a number of rooftop solar PV schemes and a 1.2MWp solar farm. Whilst these projects have been invaluable, it became apparent to the Council that larger interventions would also be required in order to meet the Council's 2040 net zero target. With this in mind, the Council commissioned a feasibility study in early 2020 to evaluate the potential to construct a solar farm on Council owned wasteland. The study (read more...)

Summary: Halton Borough Council intends to undertake a significant procurement process for the Design, Build, Install and Maintenance Contract for the Halton Microgrid in Cheshire, North West England. This project is aimed at creating an advanced renewable energy infrastructure to support the council’s goal of achieving a net zero carbon footprint by 2040. The current procurement stage involves updating the tender process, with the final submission deadline set for 20th January 2026. The project has progressed through planning, including a feasibility study and planning application approval, and is now seeking detailed EPC proposals. The total estimated contract value is £15.6 million, with an expectation for construction to commence in mid-2026 and extend until 2029. This tender falls under the public authority sub-central government category, and its primary industry categories include Electricity, Solar Energy, and Electrical installation work.

Procurement of an Electric Scissor Lift for St Helens Council - Soft Market Test

Description: St Helens Council are looking to procure an Electric Scissor Lift to use in the workshop and possibly around the depot for the fleet team. The piece of equipment must reach approx. 9m, have a load capacity of 250kg and take up to 2 people. The council would be looking to undertake a demonstration of a range of suitable scissor lifts - brochures are welcome to be included as part of your response to this EOI. The Council is looking to purchase an electric scissor lift that meets or exceeds the specification above. During the Soft Market Test we would like to gauge the level of interest.

Summary: St Helens Council, a sub-central government public authority, is in the planning stage of procuring an electric scissor lift as part of its fleet operational capabilities. This preliminary market engagement is part of their initiative to gauge interest and identify potential suppliers who can meet or exceed the equipment specifications. The procurement is classified under the industrial machinery category and is intended for delivery within the UKD7 region by the end of February 2026. Interested parties are invited to express interest and seek additional information through the Proactis platform until the engagement deadline on 23rd January 2026.

Grangeway Court, Runcorn Refurbishment and Alteration Works

Description: Grangeway Court, Runcorn - Blocks 1, 2 & 3 Internal alteration & refurbishment works with external work. * Location: Grangeway Court, Grangeway, Thorn Road, Runcorn. * Estimated Length of contract: 18 Weeks.

Summary: Halton Borough Council is inviting tenders for the refurbishment and alteration works at Grangeway Court, Runcorn. This tender process, classified under the industry category of building alteration work, is currently in the tender stage with purchase efforts driven by the buyer's aim for competitive pricing and quality. The contract is expected to last for approximately 18 weeks, with the procurement utilising an open competition method below the threshold value. Prospective suppliers must submit their bids by 23rd January 2026, while the work is scheduled to commence on 6th April 2026, concluding by 7th August 2026. Interested businesses can find further details and submit their proposals through the provided submission platform.

St Helens Council- Heat Network Commercialisation Development

Description: St Helens Council has recently began the commercialisation phase in the development of a town wide, low carbon heat network. To help shape and inform the next steps of the proposed heat network, St Helens Council is conducting a Soft Market Testing (SMT) exercise.

Summary: St Helens Council, a public authority under sub-central government classification, is progressing with the planning stage of its procurement process for the "Heat Network Commercialisation Development" project. Located in St Helens, United Kingdom (region UKD7), this initiative aims at developing a town-wide low carbon heat network. A Soft Market Testing (SMT) exercise is currently underway, with a webinar scheduled for 8 January 2026 and responses to be submitted by 23 January 2026. This falls under the services category, specifically involving energy and related services along with engineering design services. The procurement process has been initiated through a tender, with contract periods planned between 1 October 2027 to 30 September 2030.

St Helens Council- Heat Network Commercialisation Development

Description: St Helens Council has recently began the commercialisation phase in the development of a town wide, low carbon heat network. To help shape and inform the next steps of the proposed heat network, St Helens Council is conducting a Soft Market Testing (SMT) exercise.

Summary: St Helens Council, a public authority under sub-central government classification, is progressing with the planning stage of its procurement process for the "Heat Network Commercialisation Development" project. Located in St Helens, United Kingdom (region UKD7), this initiative aims at developing a town-wide low carbon heat network. A Soft Market Testing (SMT) exercise is currently underway, with a webinar scheduled for 8 January 2026 and responses to be submitted by 23 January 2026. This falls under the services category, specifically involving energy and related services along with engineering design services. The procurement process has been initiated through a tender, with contract periods planned between 1 October 2027 to 30 September 2030.

St Helens Council- Heat Network Commercialisation Development

Description: St Helens Council has recently began the commercialisation phase in the development of a town wide, low carbon heat network. To help shape and inform the next steps of the proposed heat network, St Helens Council is conducting a Soft Market Testing (SMT) exercise.

Summary: St Helens Council, a public authority under sub-central government classification, is progressing with the planning stage of its procurement process for the "Heat Network Commercialisation Development" project. Located in St Helens, United Kingdom (region UKD7), this initiative aims at developing a town-wide low carbon heat network. A Soft Market Testing (SMT) exercise is currently underway, with a webinar scheduled for 8 January 2026 and responses to be submitted by 23 January 2026. This falls under the services category, specifically involving energy and related services along with engineering design services. The procurement process has been initiated through a tender, with contract periods planned between 1 October 2027 to 30 September 2030.

St Helens Adults and Children's advocacy service

Description: St Helens Council require Adults and Children's advocacy services www.the-chest.org.uk Chest opportunity Reference: DN799797 Procurement documentation available via the Chest

Summary: St Helens Council is inviting bids for the provision of Adults and Children's advocacy services, under an open procurement procedure. This contract falls within the health and social work services category and will be delivered in the UKD region, United Kingdom. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with key dates including an enquiry period ending on 5th January 2026 and a tender submission deadline of 12th January 2026. The service contract is valued at £1,023,016 and is set to commence on 1st April 2026, with completion scheduled for 31st March 2029, subject to a potential 12-month extension. The procurement process is executed following the legal basis found in the UK Public Contracts Regulations 2023, adhering to electronic submission policies.

The Provision of a Short Breaks Play Service

Description: Halton Borough Council is pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified supplier to deliver The Provision of a Short Breaks Play Service. The full requirement and document can be found by visiting www.the-chest.org.uk and searching for project ID DN798829. All questions relating to this opportunity are to be raised via the project within The Chest.

Summary: Halton Borough Council is actively seeking a supplier for "The Provision of a Short Breaks Play Service," with an estimated contract value of £280,000.00. This tender is currently in the tender stage, offering an open competition to potential suppliers. The services fall under the category of "Social work services without accommodation" and will be delivered in the UKD71 region, covering the Widnes area in the United Kingdom. Key dates for the procurement process include an enquiry deadline on 5 December 2025, with the final submission period closing on 15 December 2025 at 09:30 GMT. The contract period is set to start on 1 April 2026 and may extend to 31 March 2029, conditional upon a one-year renewal option.

Pre-Market Engagement for Public Protection Regulatory Services Service Management Database

Description: Halton is a unitary authority with a population of approximately 130,000. The Public Protection Regulatory Services Division carries out a range of regulatory, enforcement and public protection services. These include; * Environmental Health * Trading Standards * Private Sector Housing, including licensing * Animal Welfare including licensing * Pest Control We are exploring options to replace our current service delivery database. The database is required to perform a number of tasks. These include; o Record of premises subject to regulation o Record of service requests received o Record of actions undertaken in relation to each request o Record of License applications o Production of service management and statutory reports o Generation of mail merge letters and correspondence o Interface with council's customer facing request handling system and Citizens (read more...)

Summary: Halton Borough Council, operating as a sub-central government authority in the UK, is in the planning stage of a procurement process for a new Public Protection Regulatory Services Service Management Database. This procurement, associated with the software and information systems industry, aims to enhance services such as Environmental Health, Trading Standards, and Animal Welfare within the Widnes region (UKD71). Key documentation for this pre-market engagement can be accessed via The Chest e-procurement portal until 12 December 2025. The intended contract period spans from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2031, allowing ample time for the development and deployment of either a cloud or on-premises solution tailored for local government needs.