NUN - Pre-market Engagement - AI Telephony Contact Centre Solution

Description: NBBC is currently exploring the potential implementation of an AI-driven telephony contact centre solution to more effectively manage the volume of incoming calls to our resident-facing contact centres. The aim is to enhance the customer service experience by streamlining call handling and improving operational efficiency. The Council is also open to exploring other AI based customer services solutions such as Chatbots that can improve our contact channel offering.

Summary: Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council is in the planning stage of procuring an AI-driven telephony contact centre solution designed to enhance call handling and improve operational efficiency. This opportunity is classified under the "Software package and information systems" and "Interactive voice response software development services" categories, highlighting its focus on advanced technological solutions within the UK regions. The preliminary market engagement is set to commence with a milestone due by 19 January 2026, inviting businesses to register and access relevant information. The procurement process also considers implementing other AI-based customer service solutions like chatbots, broadening its potential scope.

Provision of Articulate Licenses

Description: Articulate and AI Assist licenses

Summary: The College of Policing Limited is actively seeking suppliers for the provision of Articulate and AI Assist licenses under a selective procurement process, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender, listed under the industry category of software packages and information systems, is located in Coventry, England, with a postal code of CV8 3EN. Interested parties should note that the procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with the relevant tender notice published on 4th December 2025 and the deadline for submissions set for 10th December 2025 at 11:00 am. The contracts will commence on 18th January 2026 and conclude on 17th January 2027, offering a substantial business opportunity valued at £30,000.

Communications Data Exploitation (CEDS) Training

Description: The Authority is looking to appoint a Service Provider to develop training material and provide trainers to carry out CEDS Training on behalf of the Authority.

Summary: The College of Policing Limited is in the planning stage for a contract titled "Communications Data Exploitation (CEDS) Training," aimed at developing training material and providing trainers. This public procurement opportunity is categorised under specialist training services and training in security equipment, and is set to be delivered across the United Kingdom. The deadline for inquiries is 18th December 2025, with the tender period ending on 9th January 2026. The procurement method is open and below threshold, encouraging wide participation from potential bidders.

SIAL Paris 2026 stand design and build requirements for AHDB

Description: This procurement is to combine SIAL'26 with Anuga'27 and SIAL'28. The successful supplier will be responsible for the design, production, construction, dismantling and disposal of the stand/s, along with any AV requirements and any other associated production services. Each event will be an extension option and will require new designs and requoting. The first event will be SIAL'26, based in Paris and held between 17th to 21st October'26 at the Paris-Nord Villepinte exhibition centre. German and French language skills are a must to be able to communicate with event organisers. Closing date for this opportunity is NOON 3rd Feb'26. Link for eSourcing portal is https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome

Summary: The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) has initiated a tender process for their SIAL Paris 2026 stand design and build requirements, with the procurement classified under event services. The tender encompasses designing, constructing, dismantling, and managing AV requisites for trade show stands at multiple events, including SIAL 2026 in Paris and potential extensions for Anuga 2027 in Germany and SIAL 2028 in Paris. The procurement, led by Sarah Waters, is open until 3rd February 2026 and targets services that meet high-quality standards, with the contract period beginning in March 2026. Key communication during the process will be facilitated through English, and mastery of French and German is crucial for interaction with local organisers.

SIAL'26 design and stand build requirements for AHDB

Description: This opportunity is for stand build services for SIAL 2026 taking place at the Paris-Nord Villepinte exhibition centre between the dates of 17th to 21st October 2026. Anuga'27 will be held between the 23rd to 26th February'27 at Koln, Germany, and SIAL'28 which will be held in October'28 again in Paris. The successful supplier will be responsible for the design, production, construction, dismantling and disposal of the stand, along with any AV requirements and any other associated production services.. Each new event will require new designs and quoting. Closing date for this opportunity is NOON 3rd Feb'26. Link to eSourcing portal is https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome

Summary: The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) has initiated a tender process for their SIAL Paris 2026 stand design and build requirements, with the procurement classified under event services. The tender encompasses designing, constructing, dismantling, and managing AV requisites for trade show stands at multiple events, including SIAL 2026 in Paris and potential extensions for Anuga 2027 in Germany and SIAL 2028 in Paris. The procurement, led by Sarah Waters, is open until 3rd February 2026 and targets services that meet high-quality standards, with the contract period beginning in March 2026. Key communication during the process will be facilitated through English, and mastery of French and German is crucial for interaction with local organisers.

WAR - Garden Waste Composting 2025

Description: Warwickshire County Council ("the Council") is seeking a Supplier for the Composting of separately collected Garden Waste. The Waste Collection Authorities (WCAs) that are applicable to this tender are North Warwickshire Borough Council, Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council, Rugby Borough Council. The WCAs listed above have a statutory obligation to arrange for the kerbside collection of waste from households in Warwickshire.

Summary: Warwickshire County Council is currently seeking suppliers for the "WAR - Garden Waste Composting 2025" procurement process. The tender involves providing composting services for separately collected garden waste from multiple boroughs in Warwickshire, including North Warwickshire, Nuneaton and Bedworth, and Rugby. This active tender, with an expected gross contract value of £24,000,000, follows an open procedure as its procurement method. The procurement stage is currently in the tender phase, with submission deadlines set for 22nd January 2026, and the contract is expected to be awarded by 16th February 2026. The service delivery is slated to start on 1st April 2026, continuing until 31st March 2031, with potential extensions of up to 60 months. The tender process supports electronic submissions through the council's e-procurement portal, and businesses are advised to register on Warwickshire's e-portal for participation.

MARKET TESTING - Budget Planning Solution of behalf of Schools Finance Traded Service

Description: We are seeking information from Suppliers on a budget planning software solution to support budget setting, monitoring and forecasting, scenario planning, and payroll reconciliation for effective financial decision-making by schools and academies. Warwickshire County Council is interested in understanding tools for: -Budget-setting, including budgeting for salary costs -Scenario planning including financial modelling for different school staffing structures -Automated payroll reconciliation -Real-time financial monitoring -Multi-year forecasting -Financial reporting including functionality to incorporate financial data into Microsoft Word reports -Integration with school finance systems including ESS (SIMS), Bromcom and Arbor -Integration with Unit4 ERP system -Financial dashboards and benchmarking including Key Performance Indicators

Summary: Warwickshire County Council is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "MARKET TESTING - Budget Planning Solution on behalf of Schools Finance Traded Service." This initiative is classified under the services industry, focusing on software package and information systems. The procurement is situated in the UKG13 region (Warwick), United Kingdom. Key engagement involves a preliminary market engagement (PME) with a submission deadline for interested suppliers to respond by 23rd December 2025. The planning process aims to identify tools for budget-setting, scenario planning, payroll reconciliation, and financial monitoring tailored for schools and academies. This tender process is governed by the legal framework 2023/54 and invites suppliers to participate via Warwickshire's e-procurement portal.

WCC Children & Families Service Digital Front Door Solution Market Testing

Description: Children and Families Service is exploring innovative approaches to deliver a modern, digital solution that acts as a digital front door, with intelligent features such as conversational AI, smart chatbots and intent recognition. This platform will enable families and partners to quickly and easily search for support, guiding them to the most appropriate services based on their needs. The Council wants to engage with a variety of organisations, in a confidential setting, so that we can ensure we have considered all possible options and any associated risks and issues during our procurement process. We would like to hear from providers who can deliver all aspects of the service, and can provide a scalable solution. If you are able to or are interested in delivering parts of the service, (read more...)

Summary: Warwickshire County Council is currently in the planning stage for a procurement titled "WCC Children & Families Service Digital Front Door Solution Market Testing." This initiative focuses on the development of a digital front door solution with advanced features like conversational AI, smart chatbots, and intent recognition, aimed at improving access to services for families and partners. The project falls under the services industry category, specifically communication software development services, and is scheduled to be delivered within the UKG13 region. The key milestone involves market engagement, with providers required to register on the WarwickshireCC portal by the market testing return deadline of 15th December 2025. The procurement method is being administered via the e-tendering system, with ongoing engagement to understand market capabilities and refine the project's scope.

Representation in the Netherlands principally covering beef and lamb markets on behalf of AHDB

Description: The AHDB representative requirements for the selected markets include, but not limited to: * Liaise effectively with the UK and French based AHDB Export teams by regular telephone, email and face-to-face communication. This may require foreign travel to AHDB Head Office or major food events (e.g. SIAL Paris, Anuga Cologne) for meetings. The total number of face-to-face meetings, including at events, is expected to be a minimum of three per year * Establish a detailed understanding of the market opportunity, including a breakdown of sales and marketing potential by channel and product sector, and an identified list of development target customers. * Build and maintain effective relationships with UK beef and lamb exporters, agents, representatives and in-market importers, distributors, food service operators and retailers. As appropriate, work jointly (read more...)

Summary: The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB), located in Coventry, United Kingdom, is currently in the tender stage for a contract focused on representation in the Netherlands, primarily covering the beef and lamb markets. This procurement is categorised under marketing services and is conducted via an open procedure, allowing wide participation. The opportunity involves liaising with UK and French AHDB teams, with possibilities for travel to major food events. Interested parties should note that the closing date for submissions is noon on the 19th of January 2026. The project is valued at £170,000 per annum, with an initial contract period of two years and potential extensions, and is set to commence on the 1st of April 2026.

NUN - Communal Window Cleaning

Description: Provision of window cleaning in residential blocks. Communal windows and window frames.

Summary: The Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council has initiated a tender process for the provision of communal window cleaning services in residential blocks, focusing on the cleaning of communal windows and window frames. This procurement falls under the services category and is being conducted as an open competition below the threshold. Interested parties should note that the tender stage is active, with key deadlines including the end of the enquiry period on 9th December 2025 and the tender submission closing on 22nd December 2025. The procurement process, guided by legal basis 2023/54, anticipates the commencement of the contract period on 1st March 2026, extending to 28th February 2029, with potential renewals available.