Contract for the provision of Special Educational Needs and Disability Information, Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS)

Description: "This is a Preliminary Market Engagement Notice for the Provision of Special Educational Needs and Disability Information, Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS). As part of the Children and Families Act 2014, it is a legal requirement that all local authorities ensure disabled children and young people and children and young people with special educational needs and their parents have access to an impartial Information, Advice and Support (IAS) service. The service supports independence and self-advocacy for children, young people and parents, enabling them to take part effectively in discussions and decisions relating to their education, health and care provision. The soft market testing exercise is intended to allow interested organisations with appropriate experience to outline their views and ideas about the future provision of Special Educational Needs and (read more...)

Summary: Walsall Council is currently in the planning stage for a contract pertaining to the provision of the Special Educational Needs and Disability Information, Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS). This service falls under the services category in the health and social work services industry and aims to provide impartial information and advice to children, young people with special educational needs, and their families. Located in Walsall, UK, this preliminary market engagement is seeking insights from potential bidders on the procurement process and future strategy. The document related to this engagement was published on 13th January 2026, with a completion deadline for a related questionnaire set for 30th January 2026.

Disabled Facility Building works and other Related Building Works and Services

Description: Walsall Council is seeking tenders from qualified and experienced contractors to deliver a comprehensive Disabled Facility Building Works Adaptation Service and a Handyperson Service to both occupied and unoccupied properties. This contract covers a variety of building works associated with Disability Facility Grants and similar adaptations

Summary: Walsall Council has initiated a public procurement process for "Disabled Facility Building works and other Related Building Works and Services," aimed at delivering building adaptations in line with Disability Facility Grants. This tender, valued at £17,352,000 gross, falls under the industry category of works and includes building extension and installation work expected to occur within the UKG38 region in the United Kingdom. As of 5th December 2025, the procurement is in the tender stage, with the submission period open until 16th January 2026, and awards anticipated by 1st March 2026. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, and the process forms part of a framework agreement that may be renewed for an additional year.

W4174 Contract for the delivery of advice and guidance to Walsall residents in specific Walsall locality areas (Making Connections Walsall)

Description: The aim of this procurement for the delivery of advice and guidance to Walsall residents to address loneliness and social isolation to residents of all ages in Walsall. The service is designed to empower residents to take responsibility for their own health and well-being by helping them to engage in community activities and build social networks. Walsall Council is seeking Voluntary Sector/ Community led organisations to deliver this service in the specific Walsall locality areas which are: Hub 1: North Walsall - AP 3 - Bloxwich East, Bloxwich West, Birchills Leamore, Blakenhall Hub 2: West Walsall - AP5 - Bentley and Darlaston North, Darlaston South, AP6 - Willenhall North, Short Heath, Willenhall South Hub 3: East Walsall - AP1 - Pelsall, Brownhills, Aldridge North, Rushall-Shelfield and Walsall Wood, (read more...)

Summary: Walsall Council is presently in the planning stage of a public procurement process titled "W4174 Contract for the delivery of advice and guidance to Walsall residents in specific Walsall locality areas (Making Connections Walsall)." The Council, acting as a sub-central government public authority, is located at Civic Centre, Darwall Street, Walsall, United Kingdom. The procurement aims to address loneliness and social isolation among residents across the borough through community-based services. Key milestones include a Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) set to conclude on 12th December 2025. The service, set to begin on 1st April 2026, will operate in various Walsall localities, utilising a hub and spoke model to enhance community connectivity and support.

WP4051 Community and ICS Reablement

Description: "This is a Preliminary Market Engagement Notice for the Provision of Community Based Reablement and Intermediate Care Service (ICS) Reablement Service Walsall Council will be commissioning a contract for Community and Intermediate Care Service Reablement (Pathway 1.) This reflects our continued commitment to supporting residents to regain independence following illness, injury, or hospital discharge. The service will play a key role in both admission avoidance and safe, timely hospital discharge pathways, ensuring people receive the right support at home as soon as they are medically fit. By working collaboratively across health and social care, we aim to deliver a seamless, person-centred service that promotes recovery, reduces reliance on long-term care, and enhances quality of life within the community The soft market testing exercise is intended to allow interested (read more...)

Summary: Walsall Council is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "WP4051 Community and ICS Reablement," focusing on health and social work services. This process is designed to commission services that support residents' independence following health issues. Offerings include community-based reablement and ICS pathway 1 reablement, aiming to improve hospital discharge pathways and reduce reliance on long-term care. A market engagement exercise is ongoing, with a questionnaire due by 10th December 2025. The forthcoming contract period could commence on 1st July 2026, running through to 30th June 2033, with potential extensions up to 2036. The procurement, which falls in the services category, offers substantial opportunity with an anticipated gross value of £78,000,000, and a future notice expected around 15th December 2025, inviting further interest.

W4188 - The Supply of Cabins & Portable Toilets for Elections

Description: The cabin supplier shall be required to supply, deliver and collect the cabins and portable toilets. The cabins shall be serviced during the Election Day for minor repairs on the building or furniture as required. The cabin supplier shall be required to liaise with the contractors who are delivering the electrical and minor external building works during the installation and decampment process.

Summary: Walsall Council, a sub-central public authority in the United Kingdom located at the Civic Centre on Darwall Street, is seeking submissions for a tender titled "W4188 - The Supply of Cabins & Portable Toilets for Elections." This procurement falls under the goods category with a focus on chemical toilets and modular/portable buildings. The open competition is valued at £120,000, with gross estimates at £144,000, created for the upcoming elections. The enquiry period for this tender closes on 15 November 2025, with the final submission deadline on 20 November 2025. Interested parties can submit their bids electronically through the provided submission link. The tender process is currently in an active stage.

Former Gasholders Site Redevelopment

Description: The Council is looking to redevelop the site known as the Former Gasholders Site, Darlaston Road, Walsall. The Council have assembled and acquired the whole site; comprised of the former National Grid Gasholders site plus adjoining land to the south. The project will involve the transformation of this circa 9-hectare brownfield site into a modern industrial estate suitable for logistics, light manufacturing, and warehousing. The site is a strategic delivery priority for the Council as part of the Black Country Enterprise Zone and Walsall Growth Zone and is allocated as 'Potential High-Quality Industry' in the Walsall Site Allocation Document (SAD). The site is a significant opportunity based on its connectivity being adjacent to the M6 and other upcoming industrial developments in proximity. The proposed redevelopment will assist in (read more...)

Summary: Walsall Council is spearheading the redevelopment of the Former Gasholders Site on Darlaston Road, Walsall, transforming a 9-hectare brownfield site into a modern industrial estate. This project, located in the strategic Black Country Enterprise Zone and Walsall Growth Zone, falls under the "Potential High-Quality Industry" category in the Walsall Site Allocation Document. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage and involves a Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) for remediation contractors and developers. Key activities include site remediation, earthworks, utilities installation, and the construction of industrial units for logistics, manufacturing, and warehousing. A formal site visit is scheduled for 20th November 2025, with contractors and developers required to confirm by 17th November 2025. The contract's forecasted value ranges between £30m and £40m, expected to commence in September 2027 and conclude by October 2030.

WP4194 - Procurement of Organic Waste Treatment Services

Description: The provision of a Organic Waste Treatment Services which includes garden waste, food waste and combined garden & food waste. Approx contract value is PS10,200,000. Initial contract term is approx 4 years commencing 1 April 2027, with possible extensions to 2 years.

Summary: Walsall Council is currently in the planning phase for the procurement of "WP4194 - Procurement of Organic Waste Treatment Services". This initiative focuses on the service category of non-hazardous refuse and waste treatment and disposal, specifically targeting organic waste such as garden and food waste. The procurement process is underway with a key deadline for the Pre-market Engagement Questionnaire set for 19 November 2025, to be completed via the Council's e-procurement portal. The services are to be delivered in the West Midlands region (UKG38). The contract is anticipated to commence on 1 April 2027, with an initial duration of four years and potential extensions of up to two additional years.

WP4042 - Hospital Discharge Pathway 2 Bedded Rehabilitation

Description: This market sounding exercise is being undertaken by Walsall Council to obtain the views from potential bidders on the procurement process and possible future strategy for the following service delivery: Hospital Discharge Pathway 2 Bedded Rehabilitation This exercise does not form part of any formal procurement process. Information received will be treated in strictest of confidence and will not be made available to bidders once the tendering process has begun. This document provides background information on the current project with a number of questions designed to help establish: To determine whether or not there is a market within Walsall for our requirements Your observations regarding the potential work and strategy

Summary: Walsall Council is planning a Provider Selection Regime for the "WP4042 - Hospital Discharge Pathway 2 Bedded Rehabilitation" tender, classified under rehabilitation services within the health sector. This procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with a market sounding exercise being conducted to gather insights from potential bidders. The location for service delivery is Walsall, identified by the region code UKG38. Key dates to note include the closing date for the market engagement phase on 12th November at 12 Noon. Future notices are expected to be released by 1st April 2026, with procurement methods guided by the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023.

W4133 The Provision of Disabled Facility Lifts, Overhead Track Hoists and Associated Works

Description: Walsall Council is seeking tenders from qualified and experienced contractors to deliver a comprehensive set of works associated with the installation and maintenance of Disabled Facility Lifts, Hoists and Associated Works. The Council provides a range of assistance for residents who need adaptations to their homes. This includes both statutory and non-statutory grants and loans for residents (home owners, social and private rented). Each year the Council is provided with direct funds from Central Government and from their own sources to assist residents in obtaining these adaptations. The value of funding available for the Council is subject to change and as such the number of adaptations that can be assisted also changes. A primary area of assistance is the provision of lifts (stair, step, vertical) and ceiling track (read more...)

Summary: Walsall Council is actively seeking tenders for the procurement titled "W4133 The Provision of Disabled Facility Lifts, Overhead Track Hoists and Associated Works". This involves the installation and maintenance services within the UKG38 region, United Kingdom, under the active procurement stage. The council has outlined six lots, including stairlifts, vertical lifts, ceiling track hoists, and maintenance services. Business applications should note the significant enquiry deadline of 17th November 2025 and the submission deadline of 27th November 2025. The procurement follows an open procedure under the services category, with a substantial gross budget of £12,000,000 for these essential adaptations, highlighting the substantial but evolving funding potential from both central government and council resources.

W4133 Disabled Facility Lifts, Overhead Track Hoists and Associated Works

Description: Walsall Council is seeking tenders from qualified and experienced contractors to deliver a comprehensive set of works associated with the installation and maintenance of Disabled Facility Lifts, Hoists and Associated Works. The Council provides a range of assistance for residents who need adaptations to their homes. This includes both statutory and non-statutory grants and loans for residents (home owners, social and private rented). Each year the Council is provided with direct funds from Central Government and from their own sources to assist residents in obtaining these adaptations. The value of funding available for the Council is subject to change and as such the number of adaptations that can be assisted also changes. A primary area of assistance is the provision of lifts (stair, step, vertical) and ceiling track (read more...)

Summary: Walsall Council is actively seeking tenders for the procurement titled "W4133 The Provision of Disabled Facility Lifts, Overhead Track Hoists and Associated Works". This involves the installation and maintenance services within the UKG38 region, United Kingdom, under the active procurement stage. The council has outlined six lots, including stairlifts, vertical lifts, ceiling track hoists, and maintenance services. Business applications should note the significant enquiry deadline of 17th November 2025 and the submission deadline of 27th November 2025. The procurement follows an open procedure under the services category, with a substantial gross budget of £12,000,000 for these essential adaptations, highlighting the substantial but evolving funding potential from both central government and council resources.