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Provision of Barristers' Services Framework 2026

Description: Bedford Borough Council ('the Council') invites Chambers to tender for the provision of a Barristers' Framework Agreement. This Framework will provide a route to market for the purchase of barristers' services, where there is demand for capacity or specialist expertise that cannot be met within the Council's in-house Legal Services Unit.

Summary: Bedford Borough Council is undertaking the tendering process for its "Provision of Barristers' Services Framework 2026." This procurement, categorised under legal services, seeks to establish a framework agreement for the acquisition of barristers' services. The council, located in Bedford, UK, will utilise this framework to access barristers' expertise outside its in-house Legal Services Unit when necessary. The procurement is in the 'tenderUpdate' stage as of 18th February 2026, following a previous preliminary market engagement. The open procedure procurement method is employed, with a tender end date set for 16th March 2026. The enquiry period ends on 2nd March 2026, and the award decision is anticipated by 27th March 2026. Contracting will commence on 7th April 2026 and is expected to last until 6th April 2028, with possible extensions.

Provision of Barristers' Services Framework 2026

Description: Bedford Borough Council ('the Council') invites Chambers to tender for the provision of a Barristers' Framework Agreement. This Framework will provide a route to market for the purchase of barristers' services, where there is demand for capacity or specialist expertise that cannot be met within the Council's in-house Legal Services Unit.

Summary: Bedford Borough Council is undertaking the tendering process for its "Provision of Barristers' Services Framework 2026." This procurement, categorised under legal services, seeks to establish a framework agreement for the acquisition of barristers' services. The council, located in Bedford, UK, will utilise this framework to access barristers' expertise outside its in-house Legal Services Unit when necessary. The procurement is in the 'tenderUpdate' stage as of 18th February 2026, following a previous preliminary market engagement. The open procedure procurement method is employed, with a tender end date set for 16th March 2026. The enquiry period ends on 2nd March 2026, and the award decision is anticipated by 27th March 2026. Contracting will commence on 7th April 2026 and is expected to last until 6th April 2028, with possible extensions.

Holiday Activities and Food Programme 2026

Description: Bedford Borough Council will be retendering its Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme for delivery from Summer 2026 onwards. The HAF programme is funded by the Department for Education and aims to provide high-quality holiday activities and nutritious food for children and young people who are eligible for benefits-related Free School Meals (FSM), as well as other children identified as vulnerable. The Council is seeking to establish a bespoke multi-lot framework of providers to deliver HAF-funded provision across the borough during the Easter, summer and December school holidays. There may also be opportunities to deliver provision during selected half-term holidays, subject to review.

Summary: Bedford Borough Council is currently in the planning stages of retendering its Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme, with the procurement focusing on delivering services in holiday centre services across Bedford, UK. This public procurement initiative, funded by the Department for Education, aims to provide holiday activities and nutritious meals to eligible children. Interested parties should pay attention to the preliminary market engagement notice available from 17th February 2026, with engagement responses due by 18th March 2026. The framework agreement delivery is expected to commence on 1st July 2026 and continue until 30th June 2028, with a potential extension available until 2029. Further details regarding the tender will be announced by 13th April 2026.

Bedford Borough Council Temporary Accommodation Support Service

Description: Bedford Borough Council is looking for a provider for Temporary Accommodation Support Service with a focus on multi tenure support, tenancy sustainability, homelessness prevention and supported move on.

Summary: Bedford Borough Council is embarking on the procurement process for a Temporary Accommodation Support Service, focusing on multi-tenure support, tenancy sustainability, homelessness prevention, and supported move-on. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a market engagement event scheduled for 24 February 2026 via Microsoft Teams. This session will provide an overview of the service, outline commissioning intentions, and present the anticipated procurement timeline. The service forms part of the social work and related services industry category in Bedford, UK (region UKH24). The contract period is slated to commence on 2 November 2026 and run until 1 November 2029, with potential renewal extending to 1 November 2031. Interested parties can expect further notice by 20 March 2026.

Highways Operatives Training Brokerage Service

Description: Bedford Borough Council ("the Authority") requires a competent and experienced Training Brokerage Service Provider ("the Provider") to coordinate, procure, and deliver a comprehensive programme of highways-related training. This service will support approximately 40 operatives, inspectors, and supervisory staff employed by the Authority, in addition to staff from other internal teams (e.g., Grounds Maintenance) as required. Maximum distance for any training is 30 miles from the Council building.

Summary: Bedford Borough Council seeks a competent Training Brokerage Service Provider for its Highways Operatives Training Brokerage Service. This procurement, conducted via an open procedure, involves coordinating and delivering highways-related training within a 30-mile radius from the council's building in Bedford, United Kingdom. The contract, valued at £325,000, aims to support approximately 40 staff, including operatives, inspectors, and supervisors. The tender submission deadline is 9th March 2026, with enquiry submissions closing on 2nd March 2026. The award period is scheduled to conclude on 25th March 2026. The contract, commencing 13th April 2026, will run through to 12th April 2029, with renewal options for up to 24 additional months.

Provision of Primary Care Sexual and Reproductive Health Services 2026-2029

Description: This process is being carried out in accordance with the procedure for 'Direct Award Process B' under Regulations 6 and 8 of the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For GPs and other Primary Care settings, under the Public Health Enhanced Services (PHES) in primary care offer, there is the opportunity to provide the delivery of Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC) for contraceptive purposes, which is outside of the GMS contract. The opportunity does not alter the requirement laid out in the GMS contract for all practices to ensure the routine offer of first line contraceptives; including the provision of general sexual health advice, barrier contraceptives, oral contraceptives and the contraceptive injection. The aim of this service is to provide an accessible, high quality and effective service (read more...)

Summary: Bedford Borough Council is inviting tenders for the provision of Primary Care Sexual and Reproductive Health Services between 2026 and 2029, with potential extensions up to 2031. This procurement, categorised under medical practice services, general practitioner services, and pharmacy services, will take place in Bedford, United Kingdom. The contract is procured through an open procedure and focuses on enhancing public health services, like long-acting reversible contraception and STI screening. The tender process is currently active, with the submission deadline set for 6th March 2026, and awards are expected to be made by 20th March 2026. The services will start on 1st April 2026, highlighting the need for high-quality, accessible health services in the region.

Highways Operatives Training Brokerage Service

Description: Bedford Borough Council ("the Authority") requires a competent and experienced Training Brokerage Service Provider ("the Provider") to coordinate, procure, and deliver a comprehensive programme of highways-related training. This service will support approximately 40 operatives, inspectors, and supervisory staff employed by the Authority, in addition to staff from other internal teams (e.g., Grounds Maintenance) as required.

Summary: Bedford Borough Council seeks a competent Training Brokerage Service Provider for its Highways Operatives Training Brokerage Service. This procurement, conducted via an open procedure, involves coordinating and delivering highways-related training within a 30-mile radius from the council's building in Bedford, United Kingdom. The contract, valued at £325,000, aims to support approximately 40 staff, including operatives, inspectors, and supervisors. The tender submission deadline is 9th March 2026, with enquiry submissions closing on 2nd March 2026. The award period is scheduled to conclude on 25th March 2026. The contract, commencing 13th April 2026, will run through to 12th April 2029, with renewal options for up to 24 additional months.

Highways Operatives Training Brokerage Service

Description: Bedford Borough Council ("the Authority") requires a competent and experienced Training Brokerage Service Provider ("the Provider") to coordinate, procure, and deliver a comprehensive programme of highways-related training. This service will support approximately 40 operatives, inspectors, and supervisory staff employed by the Authority, in addition to staff from other internal teams (e.g., Grounds Maintenance) as required.

Summary: Bedford Borough Council seeks a competent Training Brokerage Service Provider for its Highways Operatives Training Brokerage Service. This procurement, conducted via an open procedure, involves coordinating and delivering highways-related training within a 30-mile radius from the council's building in Bedford, United Kingdom. The contract, valued at £325,000, aims to support approximately 40 staff, including operatives, inspectors, and supervisors. The tender submission deadline is 9th March 2026, with enquiry submissions closing on 2nd March 2026. The award period is scheduled to conclude on 25th March 2026. The contract, commencing 13th April 2026, will run through to 12th April 2029, with renewal options for up to 24 additional months.

Accommodation Based Housing Related Support Services in Rogers Court, Bedford

Description: Bedford Borough Council is seeking to appoint a suitably experienced and capable provider to deliver an accommodation-based housing related support service at Rogers Court, Bedford, for people experiencing homelessness, including those who are rough sleeping or at significant risk of rough sleeping, and who have multiple or complex support needs. Rogers Court is a 20-unit, self-contained supported accommodation scheme owned by Bedford Borough Council. The property consists of 20 studio apartments together with reception space, staff and interview areas, and limited communal external space. The Authority acts as landlord, with property management and on-site concierge services delivered under separate contractual arrangements. The Contract awarded as a result of this ITT relates solely to the provision of accommodation-based housing related support and does not include property management, repairs and (read more...)

Summary: Bedford Borough Council is actively seeking a provider to deliver accommodation-based housing related support services at Rogers Court, located in Bedford. This tender falls under the services industry category with a primary focus on housing services, administrative housing services, and accommodation management. The procurement is currently in the tender stage as of 2 February 2026, and interested parties must submit their proposals by 27 February 2026 via an open procedure. The contract value is estimated at £1,615,000, and services are expected to commence on 1 July 2026, running until 31 March 2029, with the possibility of a 24-month extension. The Council, acting as the landlord, is responsible for the 20-unit supported accommodation scheme, offering essential support to individuals facing homelessness or at risk of rough sleeping.

Rural Community Support Service (RCSS)

Description: The Rural Community Support Service connects individuals with relevant services and support, acting as a bridge between residents and local resources. The Service undertakes visits to older people to help them with free support & assistance.

Summary: Bedford Borough Council is inviting tenders for the Rural Community Support Service (RCSS), with a focus on providing guidance services under the industry category of public services. The procurement process is currently at the Tender stage, with an open competition procurement method below the threshold, allowing wide participation. The deadline for submissions is 19th February 2026 at noon, and the contract is expected to start on 15th June 2026 for a period of three years, with potential renewals. The service is intended to connect residents with local resources, particularly catering to older individuals in rural areas of Bedford, UK. Businesses are encouraged to check the detailed award criteria outlined in the ITT Guidance Document, as the assessment will be weighted 60% on quality and 40% on price.