Repair and Maintenance of Heating Equipment and Heating Controls

Description: The Repair and Maintenance of Heating Equipment and Heating Controls for Derbyshire County Council establishments.

Summary: Derbyshire County Council is planning a procurement for the repair and maintenance of heating equipment and heating controls at its establishments. Classified under the services category, this procurement involves the maintenance of central heating and heating engineering services for buildings within the UKF1 region. The tender is initiated with the legal basis grounded in the UKPGA 2023/54. The process is currently at the planning stage with a planned contract period starting from 2nd January 2027 to 2nd January 2029, with a potential extension overlooking a renewal. Key date for the future notice is set for 1st August 2026, highlighting further communication related to the procurement.

Supply of Microsoft Licensing Solutions Provider

Description: The Council is looking to appoint a registered Licence Solutions Provider ("LSP") for the supply of its Microsoft licensing and other ad hoc licensing and associated services.

Summary: Derbyshire County Council is engaging in a public procurement process to appoint a Microsoft Licensing Solutions Provider for the supply of software and associated services. This tender corresponds to the "Supply of Microsoft Licensing Solutions Provider" with a notable industry focus on software packages and IT services, including consulting and support. The procurement project is currently in the planning stage, with a pipeline notice published in December 2025, and communication regarding another planned notice is expected by August 2026. The anticipated contract, valued at £12,000,000, will cover services delivered in the United Kingdom, specifically within the UKF1 region. Businesses aiming to participate should prepare for an operational period commencing on 1st April 2027 and concluding on 1st April 2030.

Move to Cloud Infrastructure

Description: Implementation services, licensing and maintenance support for the Councils move to Cloud Infrastructure

Summary: Derbyshire County Council is progressing a tender initiative titled "Move to Cloud Infrastructure," aimed at enabling the Council's transition to cloud-based services. This procurement is categorised within the IT services sector, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, and maintenance support. The process is currently at the planning update stage with key communications anticipated by 1st June 2026. The planned contract period for this service spans from 1st January 2027 to 1st January 2030, with delivery within the UKF1 region of the United Kingdom. The tender, valued at approximately £9.2 million, represents an opportunity for businesses specialising in software packages and information systems.

Supply of External Legal Support

Description: The Supply of ad hoc external legal support for the Council.

Summary: Derbyshire County Council is initiating a procurement process for the supply of external legal support services, with a projected value of £7,500,000, and a gross amount of £9,000,000. This procurement is classified under legal services and falls within the sector of public authority - sub-central government. The main procurement category is services, with the contract period planned to start on 1st August 2026, concluding on 1st August 2029, and potentially extending to 1st August 2030. Located in the region UKF13 and aimed at legal support across the UK, the tender is in the planning stage with a future notice expected on 1st June 2026.

Move to Cloud Infrastructure

Description: Implementation services, licensing and maintenance support for the Councils move to Cloud Infrastructure

Summary: Derbyshire County Council is progressing a tender initiative titled "Move to Cloud Infrastructure," aimed at enabling the Council's transition to cloud-based services. This procurement is categorised within the IT services sector, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, and maintenance support. The process is currently at the planning update stage with key communications anticipated by 1st June 2026. The planned contract period for this service spans from 1st January 2027 to 1st January 2030, with delivery within the UKF1 region of the United Kingdom. The tender, valued at approximately £9.2 million, represents an opportunity for businesses specialising in software packages and information systems.

Children with Disabilities Short Break and Respite Framework

Description: This is a re-issue of the previous tender (CCS037) The Council is establishing an Open Framework, in line with the Procurement Act 2023, to deliver specialised services to children with disabilities and additional needs and their families. Providers are invited to bid for any of the following lots to deliver a flexible provision of specialist services to children and young people with disabilities and additional needs and their families; Lot A Community Based Befriending and Mentoring Services Lot B Overnight Short Breaks (for Providers who Operate a Specific Overnight Premises) Lot C Specialist Group Activities for children and young people with disabilities and Page 2 to 12 additional needs Lot D Home Care Services for children and young people with disabilities and additional needs.

Summary: Derbyshire County Council has initiated a tender titled "Children with Disabilities Short Break and Respite Framework" aimed at providing specialised services for children with disabilities and additional needs. This tender falls under the health and social work services industry category and is located in the UKF1 region, United Kingdom. Currently, the procurement is in the tender stage and it is being conducted using the open procedure method, consistent with the Procurement Act 2023. Key deadlines include the end of the enquiry period on 29 December 2025 and the tender submission deadline on 7 January 2026, with the contract award expected by 17 March 2026. This framework agreement, open for competition, will last until 30 April 2032.

Building Repairs and Maintenance of Derbyshire Dales District Council Property

Description: The contract comprises the repair and maintenance of the fabric, finishes and services, including minor works at properties within the charge of the Council within the Derbyshire Dales District Council boundary. The type of maintenance and repair work will range from emergency repairs to routine and non-urgent work, which could include minor improvements. The initial contract period shall be for 2 years. There will be an option to extend the contract for 3 further years in annual increments, subject to satisfactory performance and business needs. Maximum contract period is 5 years.

Summary: Derbyshire Dales District Council is currently at the tender stage for a contract focused on building repairs and maintenance of its properties, with key operations taking place within the Derbyshire Dales region. This procurement falls under the public authority sub-central government category and involves works such as drainage, roofing, masonry, and more, valued at a gross amount of £1,440,000. Interested parties should note the electronic submission deadline of 19th January 2026 and the initial contract commencement from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2028, with potential extensions up to 2031 based on performance. The council has opted for an open competition below threshold procurement method, allowing submissions exclusively through their e-tendering system.

Provision of Domestic Abuse Support Services

Description: Derbyshire County Council (DCC) intends to commission domestic abuse support services including a helpline, IDVA's (Independent Domestic Violence Advisors) and community / accommodation support for victims and survivors of all genders across assessed levels of risk (standard, medium and high). It is anticipated that tenders for this service would be sought in July 2026, to enable a new contract to begin on 01 April 2027. DCC is keen to ensure services deliver a local, community-based offer which is accessible to all and builds strong links with local people and partners. As such, we are keen to hear potential providers, stakeholder's and partners views on the potential commissioning options outlined in the attached documents. It is anticipated that an in-person market engagement event will be held in April 2026. (read more...)

Summary: Derbyshire County Council is in the planning process for commissioning domestic abuse support services. The current stage involves market engagement to develop service design and specification, with future tenders expected in July 2026. Interested organisations are welcomed to provide input to shape the delivery of services that will begin on 1 April 2027. The contract will focus on health and social work services for victims and survivors across varying risk levels within Derbyshire, excluding Derby city. Significant deadlines include the submission of a questionnaire by 19 December 2025, and a market engagement event scheduled for April 2026.

PLACE917ET Reservoir Act S10 Statutory Works - Reprofiling of Reservoir Dam at Osbornes Pond, Shipley Country Park

Description: Derbyshire County Council is seeking a suitable contractor to undertake S10 Statutory Works - reprofiling works at Osbornes Pond, Shipley Country Park.

Summary: Derbyshire County Council is engaged in a tender process for the "PLACE917ET Reservoir Act S10 Statutory Works - Reprofiling of Reservoir Dam at Osbornes Pond, Shipley Country Park." This procurement falls under the construction industry category and is located in the Shipley Country Park area of the United Kingdom. The tender is at the active stage, with important dates including the enquiry period, which concludes on 19th December 2025, and the tender period ending on 16th January 2026. The procurement method being utilised is an open competition, deemed below threshold, ensuring wide accessibility and competitiveness. Potential contractors can access the tender documents and submit their bids electronically.

PLACE991H E45026 North Branch Culvert Ironville Refurbishment

Description: Derbyshire County Council is seeking an experienced single Contractor to provide maintenance works and repairs and all necessary work for the North Branch Culvert Ironville Refurbishment. The culvert consists of three masonry arches, two in water and carries the Midland Rail branch line over the River Erewash, in Ironville, Derbyshire. The works will take place in 2 phases: Phase 1: Excavate behind the headwall and stabilize the embankment. Take up the existing masonry and store at track level or off site. The Environment Agency has designated the location as a category 3 risk area which means the stone cannot be stored at the riverbank. Construct the new training walls and desilt the Western arch and dispose of the excavated material. The river can now pass through all three (read more...)

Summary: Derbyshire County Council is inviting tenders for the refurbishment of the North Branch Culvert in Ironville, Derbyshire, under the project title "PLACE991H E45026 North Branch Culvert Ironville Refurbishment". This procurement falls within the construction industry category, specifically focusing on excavating work, bridge and tunnel construction, river regulation, and stonework. The procurement stage is currently at the Tender phase, with the tender notice published on 1st December 2025. Key deadlines include the end of the enquiry period on 17th December 2025, and the tender submission deadline is set for 12th January 2026 at 12:00 PM. Work is scheduled to commence on 1st March 2026, concluding by 30th September 2026. The project has a budget of £330,000 and involves critical maintenance and environmental management aspects, as designated by the Environment Agency.