Managed Debt Collection Services

Description: The establishment of a framework for debt management service providers, the framework will be designed to bring together specialist capabilities in debt management, with managed service providers to collect debt on behalf of the government. The key core services are expected to include: * debt prevention services, * managed debt collection services (managing multiple collection agencies), * debt collection agency services (including International Collections), * debt analytics (including open-banking and complimentary data and analytics), * data aggregation and analysis services, * debt analytics/solutions software and integration, * debt advice and guidance services. The scope and lot structure of this framework will be determined as a result of the market and customer engagement.

Summary: The Crown Commercial Service is currently in the planning stage for a significant procurement process titled "Managed Debt Collection Services." This initiative falls under the financial consultancy and collection services category, targeting businesses in the UK, as well as Guernsey, Isle of Man, and Jersey. The procurement will result in a framework agreement with a total estimated value of £600 million. It aims to consolidate expert services in debt management, including prevention services, debt collection agency services, international collections, data analytics, and debt advice. The framework is scheduled to begin in March 2027 and conclude in March 2031, with key market engagement activities scheduled to commence in November 2025 and continue into 2026.

Managed Debt Collection Services

Description: The establishment of a framework for debt management service providers, the framework will be designed to bring together specialist capabilities in debt management, with managed service providers to collect debt on behalf of the government. The key core services are expected to include: * debt prevention services, * managed debt collection services (managing multiple collection agencies), * debt collection agency services (including International Collections), * debt analytics (including open-banking and complimentary data and analytics), * data aggregation and analysis services, * debt analytics/solutions software and integration, * debt advice and guidance services. The scope and lot structure of this framework will be determined as a result of the market and customer engagement.

Summary: The Crown Commercial Service is currently in the planning stage for a significant procurement process titled "Managed Debt Collection Services." This initiative falls under the financial consultancy and collection services category, targeting businesses in the UK, as well as Guernsey, Isle of Man, and Jersey. The procurement will result in a framework agreement with a total estimated value of £600 million. It aims to consolidate expert services in debt management, including prevention services, debt collection agency services, international collections, data analytics, and debt advice. The framework is scheduled to begin in March 2027 and conclude in March 2031, with key market engagement activities scheduled to commence in November 2025 and continue into 2026.

Payment Solutions 3

Description: Crown Commercial Service (CCS) as the Authority intends to put in place a Pan Government Collaborative Agreement for the provision of Payment Solutions to be utilised by Central Government Departments and all other UK Public Sector Bodies, including Local Authorities, Health, Police, Fire and Rescue, Education and Devolved Administrations. [It is intended that this commercial agreement will be the recommended vehicle for all Payment Solutions required by UK Central Government Departments.] This is for UK government customers looking to buy goods and services using procurement cards and to disburse funds using prepaid cards and voucher solutions. Lot 1: Procurement Cards Lot 2: Prepaid Cards Lot 3: Vouchers

Summary: The Crown Commercial Service (CCS), a central government public authority, has announced its plans under the Payment Solutions 3 tender. This procurement aims to establish a Pan Government Collaborative Agreement to provide payment solutions for UK Central Government Departments and other public sector bodies. The procurement includes three categories: procurement cards, prepaid cards, and voucher solutions, particularly in the financial and insurance services industry. The contract period is set to start on 5th August 2026 and end on 4th August 2030, with communication slated for a future notice date on 4th February 2026. Located in Liverpool, United Kingdom, the CCS will manage this significant opportunity, which has an estimated gross value of £18 billion.

Managed Debt Collection Services

Description: Provision of Managed Debt Collection Services

Summary: The Crown Commercial Service is currently in the planning stage for a significant procurement process titled "Managed Debt Collection Services." This initiative falls under the financial consultancy and collection services category, targeting businesses in the UK, as well as Guernsey, Isle of Man, and Jersey. The procurement will result in a framework agreement with a total estimated value of £600 million. It aims to consolidate expert services in debt management, including prevention services, debt collection agency services, international collections, data analytics, and debt advice. The framework is scheduled to begin in March 2027 and conclude in March 2031, with key market engagement activities scheduled to commence in November 2025 and continue into 2026.

Apprenticeships Training Dynamic Marketplace

Description: CCS set up a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for a period of 48 months with the extension option of 24 months. A further extension period of 43 months has been implemented. The total duration of this DPS is 9 years and 7 months and the end date is 27 October 2028. Bidders can request to participate for this DPS for its 115 month duration including any extension periods. This DPS is being procured under the Light Touch Regime (LTR), and is subject to limited regulations, in accordance with Regulations 74-76 PCR2015. This DPS provides central government and wider public sector with the opportunity to procure services within the scope of the existing and new Apprenticeship Standards for England (SASE) live Frameworks, Apprenticeships Standards, End Point Assessments (EPAs); and (read more...)

Summary: The Crown Commercial Service, located in Liverpool, England, is currently overseeing the procurement process for the Apprenticeships Training Dynamic Marketplace. This initiative is within the education and training services industry, covering a wide geographical area including the United Kingdom, Isle of Man, Guernsey, and Jersey. The procurement is being conducted under a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) with a significant budget of £800 million. This DPS is set under the Light Touch Regime (LTR) involving selective procurement through a restricted procedure, and it spans a total duration of 9 years and 7 months ending on 27 October 2028. Bidders can participate throughout the 115-month timeline, potentially influencing future contract periods commencing 28 October 2028. The current procurement stage reflects a tender amendment issued on 4 December 2025.

Merseytravel : Catering Provision On Mersey Ferries, Cafe & Events

Description: Mersey Ferries is one of the most recognisable symbols of the Liverpool City Region - a cultural icon with over 800 years of history on the River Mersey and an internationally known brand. Today the ferries serve more than 480,000 passengers a year, connecting tourists, commuters, local families, and school groups with one of the region's most memorable visitor experiences. Operating daily sightseeing cruises, essential commuter services, and seasonal themed journeys, the ferries offer unrivalled views of Liverpool's waterfront and play a major role in the city's cultural and tourism landscape. With the introduction of a new vessel, the Royal Daffodil, in 2026 operating alongside the much-loved Snowdrop (Dazzle), Mersey Ferries is entering a period of renewal - and is seeking food and beverage partners who can match (read more...)

Summary: The current procurement process is led by Merseytravel, a public authority in Liverpool, United Kingdom. The tender pertains to catering provision on Mersey Ferries, covering onboard services, shoreside operations, and special event catering, structured into three separate lots. The procurement stage is in the tender update phase as of 3rd December 2025, with a competitive flexible procedure employed. Interested bidders must submit their expressions of interest by 12th December 2025, and the contract award period ends on 1st March 2026. The contract relates to the services industry and aims to enhance the hospitality experience on iconic Mersey Ferries, which serves over 480,000 passengers annually. This tender is a concession contract above the threshold value, fostering innovation and creativity among food and beverage partners.

Lift Maintenance Services

Description: Lift Maintenance Services at Hope Park Campus, Childwall, Liverpool L16 9JD & The Creative Campus, Shaw Street, Everton, Liverpool L6 1HP. Register at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hope/aspx/Home and access project LHU - 00000173 Lift Maintenance Services

Summary: Liverpool Hope University has initiated a procurement process for "Lift Maintenance Services" at their Hope Park Campus and The Creative Campus in Liverpool. Categorised under lift-maintenance services in the UKD72 region, this open competition invites submissions until 27th February 2026, with enquiries closing on 4th February 2026. The contract entails maintaining lifts, valued at up to £108,000 gross, and will commence on 1st August 2026 for an initial period of three years with potential extensions totalling two additional years. Participation is specifically reserved for SMEs and VCSEs located in Merseyside, fostering regional development.

Outpatient Pharmacy Services

Description: Provision of Outpatient Pharmacy Services at Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Summary: The Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust is planning a procurement process to award a contract for the provision of Outpatient Pharmacy Services. This planned procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on pharmacy services, and is located in Liverpool, region UKD72. The procurement process, identified with the id ocds-h6vhtk-05eca2, is in the planning stage and adheres to The Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. The anticipated future notice date is 3rd December 2025, with the main objective being to identify the most suitable provider for the services required. Key decision-makers in the process include the Chief Pharmacist and other senior officers within the division of medicine and finance at the Trust.

New Bus Fleet

Description: Over 400,000 bus journeys are made daily in the Liverpool City Region, representing over 80% of the public transport journeys taken across the Combined Authority area. Across the region, bus journeys are used to connect people to work, schools, universities and colleges and to the shops and leisure activities. The bus network therefore forms a key part of the region's infrastructure. On 25 April 2023, LCRCA published an Assessment on Bus Franchising in the Liverpool City Region which sets out the proposed bus Franchising Scheme in accordance with the Transport Act. In October 2023, the Liverpool City Region Mayor made a Franchising Scheme covering the Liverpool City Region. Franchising is to be introduced over a number of tranches of procurement. with the whole of the Liverpool City Region (read more...)

Summary: The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority has announced a procurement process under the planning stage for the acquisition of a new bus fleet, titled "New Bus Fleet." This initiative is particularly significant within the transport sector, aiming to enhance public transportation across the Liverpool City Region, United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently in the planning phase, with further stages, including the invitation to tender, expected to be released in the next two months. The procurement method will follow the open procedure, catering to the purchase of over 350 vehicles, comprising diesel and electric models, with tender submissions closing on 28th February 2026. Contract award is anticipated by April 2026, catering to a staged delivery setup starting from April 2027.

Procurement of New Diesel Passenger Vehicles

Description: In April 2023, Liverpool City Region Combined Authority (LCRCA) published an Assessment on Bus Franchising in the Liverpool City Region, which set out a proposed bus Franchising Scheme in accordance with the Transport Act 2000. In October 2023, the Liverpool City Region Mayor made the decision to introduce a Franchising Scheme covering the Liverpool City Region. Franchising is a legal model where buses are under the control of a public sector authority (LCRCA) who set the routes, frequency, fares and overall standard of buses in the region. The existing commercially led market will be replaced and private bus operators will no longer be able to run most services independently. Instead, bus services will be operated under franchise contracts and bus operators will bid to run the services through (read more...)

Summary: Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is currently in the active tender stage for the procurement of new diesel passenger vehicles. This procurement process falls under the goods main procurement category, with a focus on motor vehicles (CPV: 34100000). The tender is being conducted through an open procedure, allowing for electronic submissions in English via the designated platform, The Chest. Situated in Liverpool, the authority seeks to acquire a fleet of short length vehicles to support their bus franchising scheme, slated to commence in September 2026. The final date for enquiry submissions is 19th December 2025, with the tender submission deadline set for 9th January 2026. The award decision is expected by 31st January 2026, with contracts running from 1st February to 31st October 2026.