CCS080 External Mentoring Service for Children at Risk of Exploitation

Description: Derbyshire County Council is exploring the potential commissioning of an external mentoring service to support children at risk of exploitation. This soft market testing exercise aims to gather insights from providers to inform service design and delivery options. Responses will be used for market intelligence only and will not influence any future procurement decisions. The proposed mentoring service will support children at risk of all forms of exploitation, including: Sexual exploitation; Criminal exploitation; Online exploitation; Radicalisation and extremism; Modern slavery and trafficking; Financial exploitation; and Peer-on-peer exploitation. The service should: Build trusting relationships and provide emotional support using a trauma-informed approach; Deliver focused interventions to increase resilience and self-esteem; Support children in identifying risks and understanding healthy relationships; and Be accessible across all eight Derbyshire districts and boroughs.

Summary: Derbyshire County Council is in the planning stage of a procurement process for an external mentoring service aimed at supporting children at risk of exploitation. The initiative, titled "CCS080 External Mentoring Service for Children at Risk of Exploitation," falls under the social work and related services category. The procurement is part of a light-touch regime and covers the Derbyshire region within the United Kingdom. A market engagement notice was published on 23rd December 2025, informing potential providers of a scheduled engagement exercise due on 13th January 2026. This exercise intends to gather insights from providers to develop service design and delivery options, and is part of the initial planning phase.

Externally Hosted Digital Supply of a Fleet and Workshop Management Solution

Description: Externally Hosted Digital Solution for the Supply of a Fleet and Workshop Management Solution

Summary: The procurement process, currently in the planning stage, is organised by Derbyshire County Council. The project, titled "Externally Hosted Digital Supply of a Fleet and Workshop Management Solution", falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on software packages and IT services. The location for this tender is in the UK, within the East Midlands region, with the contract period expected to start on 1st February 2027 and run until 31st January 2032, with a possible extension to 2037. Key dates include a pre-market engagement closing at 11:00AM on 16th January 2026, aimed at informing the council's specification development. The procurement is aligned with legal frameworks, ensuring a compliant tendering process.

One Council Operating Model Transformation

Description: Derbyshire County Council is seeking to enter into a strategic partnership with an external organisation to undertake the Design and Implementation of the Council's Operating Model Transformation Programme, to deliver a more efficient and effective Operating Model for the Council. Building on this diagnostic work, the Council has developed an Operating Model Transformation Programme, focussed on five strategic areas: * One Council - Creating a cohesive and efficient support function across the organisation. * Organisation Design - Restructuring to align with service purpose and improve spans and layers. * Customer Experience - Simplifying and digitising high-volume processes to ensure consistency, improve experience and efficiency. * Children's Services - Developing a strategic commissioning approach and implementing automation to reduce costs and reliance on agency staff. * Third-Party Spend and (read more...)

Summary: Derbyshire County Council is seeking a strategic partner for the "One Council Operating Model Transformation" project. This tender is part of the services category, focused on business and management consultancy. The transformation aims to revamp the Council's Operating Model for enhanced efficiency and effectiveness. Situated in Matlock, the project location is within the East Midlands region. The procurement process is at the 'Tender' stage, with significant deadlines including the expression of interest deadline on 19th January 2026 and the award period concluding on 23rd March 2026. The multi-stage procurement method includes a competitive flexible procedure, adhering to the UK's legislative framework, with an estimated contract value of £5 million, potentially reaching up to £6 million including VAT. This initiative is designed to address financial, organisational, and service delivery challenges ahead of a scheduled local government reorganisation in 2028.

PLACE982ET Derbyshire Food Waste

Description: The Council is inviting suitable suppliers to provide Services for the reception and Composting of household and commercial Food Waste collected by Erewash Borough Council, Amber Valley Borough Council, South Derbyshire District Council and Derbyshire Dales District Council from kerbside caddies and commercial premises within each District/Borough. The intention is for the service to commence on 30 March 2026 and run for an Initial Term of eighteen (18) months with the option to extend for twelve (12) months in two six (6) month increments.

Summary: Derbyshire County Council is seeking suitable suppliers for the "PLACE982ET Derbyshire Food Waste" project, which involves the reception and composting of food waste collected by local councils within Derbyshire. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with key deadlines including the enquiry period ending on 21 January 2026 and the tender submission deadline set for 28 January 2026. The project, categorised under sewage, refuse, cleaning, and environmental services, will commence on 30 March 2026 for an initial term of 18 months, with possible extensions. Interested parties can participate via an open procedure, making proposals in electronic format through the mentioned submission portal.

Tennis Coaching at Alfreton Welfare Recreation Ground

Description: Amber Valley Borough Council wishes to improve the tennis offer available to the public by procuring the provision of tennis coaching and a comprehensive tennis programme.

Summary: Amber Valley Borough Council is seeking to enhance tennis offerings at the Alfreton Welfare Recreation Ground by procuring coaching services and a comprehensive tennis programme. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with the council inviting open competition for this service provision. The contract is valued at £52,000, with a total gross value of £62,400. Interested parties must submit their proposals by 16th January 2026, and the contract is expected to start on 1st February 2026, running until 31st January 2027. This tender falls under the industry categories related to sport-related services, coaching services, and accessories such as musical instruments and sport goods, located in Ripley, United Kingdom.

Procurement Information Webinar Event for CPH130 Social Connectedness Opportunity

Description: Please join using the link below at the scheduled time. No registration is required. Attend a Microsoft Teams webinar Procurement Information Event on: 14 January 2026, at 10am - this event will last for approx. 1 hour. Paste the following link into your web browser to join the webinar event on the day: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19:meeting_ZDg4MWM0N2YtZjM2Ny00M2E2LTlhNTMtNzMzOGY3OTdmZWQ0@thread.v2/0?context={"Tid":"429a8eb3-3210-4e1a-aaa2-6ccde0ddabc5","Oid":"a95a9c4c-e2f9-4727-8786-82a2ddde7ba1"} Who is the Event for: All providers who are interested in bidding for the Social Connectedness opportunity. Purpose of the Event: To provide procurement information on the procurement route, process, timelines, tender documentation and next steps for CPH130 Social Connectedness opportunity. Answer any questions you may have about the procurement process. We look forward to having you attend the event! Please see links to previous preliminary market engagement information: https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=c90f5920-2eb3-f011-813a-005056b64545 https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=87951c06-5dcc-f011-813a-005056b64545 Participation or non-participation (read more...)

Summary: Derbyshire County Council is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "CPH130 Social Connectedness Opportunity". This initiative falls under the services category, specifically health and social work services. The procurement process is aimed at fostering social connectedness within Derbyshire. Currently, the council is conducting preliminary market engagement to define the procurement road map, process timelines, and tender documentation, with a significant milestone being a Procurement Information Event scheduled for 14 January 2026. This online event is designed for potential bidders to gain valuable insights into the procurement requirements and strategy. The contract period is expected to commence on 1 November 2026 and potentially extend to a maximum of 31 October 2029, depending on renewal options.

PLACE972H A6 Matlock to Whatstandwell Highway Retaining Wall Maintenance Works (Lots 7&9)

Description: Derbyshire County Council (DCC) is inviting bids for two separate structural wall repair work packages: one involving the construction of a dry-stone buttress and the other involving the installation of ground anchors. Each works package will be issued under its own contract, in accordance with the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract, Option A (Lump Sum).

Summary: Derbyshire County Council is conducting an open procurement process for highway retaining wall maintenance works on the A6 route from Matlock to Whatstandwell. The tender, designated as PLACE972H and classified under the construction work industry category, involves two separate packages: the construction of a dry-stone buttress and the installation of ground anchors. The procurement, guided by the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract, Option A, is currently at the tender stage with a submission deadline set for 23 January 2026. The maintenance works are set to commence on 27 February 2026 and conclude by 31 March 2026. Located within the UKF1 region, these projects present a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in construction works.

Procurement Information Webinar Event for CPH130 Social Connectedness Opportunity

Description: Please join using the link below at the scheduled time. No registration is required. Attend a Microsoft Teams webinar Procurement Information Event on: 14 January 2026, at 10am - this event will last for approx. 1 hour. Paste the following link into your web browser to join the webinar event on the day: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19:meeting_ZDg4MWM0N2YtZjM2Ny00M2E2LTlhNTMtNzMzOGY3OTdmZWQ0@thread.v2/0?context={"Tid":"429a8eb3-3210-4e1a-aaa2-6ccde0ddabc5","Oid":"a95a9c4c-e2f9-4727-8786-82a2ddde7ba1"} Who is the Event for: All providers who are interested in bidding for the Social Connectedness opportunity. Purpose of the Event: To provide procurement information on the procurement route, process, timelines, tender documentation and next steps for CPH130 Social Connectedness opportunity. Answer any questions you may have about the procurement process. We look forward to having you attend the event! Please see links to previous preliminary market engagement information: https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=c90f5920-2eb3-f011-813a-005056b64545 https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=87951c06-5dcc-f011-813a-005056b64545 Participation or non-participation (read more...)

Summary: Derbyshire County Council is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "CPH130 Social Connectedness Opportunity". This initiative falls under the services category, specifically health and social work services. The procurement process is aimed at fostering social connectedness within Derbyshire. Currently, the council is conducting preliminary market engagement to define the procurement road map, process timelines, and tender documentation, with a significant milestone being a Procurement Information Event scheduled for 14 January 2026. This online event is designed for potential bidders to gain valuable insights into the procurement requirements and strategy. The contract period is expected to commence on 1 November 2026 and potentially extend to a maximum of 31 October 2029, depending on renewal options.

PROC-6305 Business Analysis

Description: The Council is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified consultant to produce a business analysis to assess a buildings current operations and future potential. The findings will inform strategic decisions around future investment and long-term sustainability. The analysis will also be used to support the business case for major refurbishment and support funding bids to the NLHF and others.

Summary: High Peak Borough Council is currently inviting tenders for the project titled "PROC-6305 Business Analysis" within the industry category of business analysis consultancy services. This procurement process is managed under an open competition method, with the tendering phase active as of 16th December 2025. The project aims to identify strategic opportunities for future investment and long-term sustainability of a building based on current operations analysis. Interested parties must submit their tenders via the Council's electronic tendering system, Proactis, by the deadline of 20th January 2026 at 12.00 pm. The consultancy will be performed in the UKF region, with the contract period starting from 9th February 2026 and concluding on 30th June 2026.

Appropriate Adult Service

Description: Derbyshire Constabulary's current Appropriate Adult contract is due to expire on 31st August 2026. Derbyshire Constabulary are now assessing the available options so that a business case can be created to move the procurement forwards. To inform the business case, we are reaching out with this Request for Information [RFI] to the market to carry out a full review of appropriate adult services. If the business case is approved, a compliant procurement route will be taken at the point of purchase.

Summary: The Police and Crime Commissioner for Derbyshire is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process under the title "Appropriate Adult Service." This process falls within the industry category of social work and related services, and is intended for delivery in the UKF region, specifically at the Derbyshire Constabulary in Ripley. The current stage involves a Request for Information (RFI) to assess options before the current contract expires on 31 August 2026. Key dates include a milestone on 23 January 2026, with future procurement notices expected by 27 February 2026. The project is anticipated to start on 1 September 2026, extending potentially to 31 August 2031 with renewal options.