LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations) & PUWER (Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations) Inspection Services

Description: This tender is for LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations) & PUWER (Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations) inspection services 2026-2029 for lifting equipment at properties specified in the Property and Equipment list.

Summary: BPHA Limited, a sub-central government public authority based in Bedford, UK, is in the planning stage of a procurement process for the provision of LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations) and PUWER (Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations) inspection services. The procurement pertains to services from 2026 until 2029, targeting lift-maintenance and technical inspection sectors. Potential suppliers have been preliminarily engaged, and interested parties should note the procurement timeline leading up to the contract period starting on 1st April 2026. A future notice will be communicated by 8th December 2025, outlining participation details.

Bikeability Training

Description: To deliver Level 1,2 & 3 Bikeability training, balance bike, learn to ride, and family training in line with funding received from Central Government.

Summary: The procurement process for the "Bikeability Training" initiative is being carried out by Bedford Borough Council, a sub-central government authority. This tender involves delivering Level 1,2 & 3 Bikeability training, including balance bike, learn to ride, and family training, funded by Central Government. Classified under Education and training services, and Safety training services, it falls within the location of Bedford, United Kingdom. The current procurement stage is tender with an open procedure, with electronic submissions allowed in English. Key dates include the tender period ending on 14 January 2026 and the award period concluding on 26 January 2026. The contract period starts on 1 April 2026 and can extend maximum until 31 March 2031.

Provision of Community Short Breaks for Children with Disabilities and their Families in Bedford Borough 2026

Description: Bedford Borough Council provides a range of Short Break Services that are designed to assist individuals who provide care for CYP with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND). The provision of short breaks is a statutory requirement under the Children and Families Act 2014. Local authorities are required to provide access to services that are designed to assist individuals who provide care for children with SEND to continue to do so, or to do so more effectively, by giving them breaks from caring. Local authorities must offer short breaks as part of a preventative model in keeping families together, preventing family breakdown and preventing CYP with SEND becoming children looked after. Short Breaks Services have been defined as services that give CYP with SEND enjoyable experiences away from (read more...)

Summary: Bedford Borough Council is currently in the planning stage for the procurement of community short breaks for children with disabilities and their families within the Bedford Borough. This process, identified as tender BBC CH 04069, focuses on providing services designed to support children and young people (CYP) with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) by offering short breaks. These services aim to contribute positively to the personal, social, and emotional development of CYP while also providing respite for their families. The procurement falls under the services category, with specific classifications including daycare and social services. A market engagement event will take place on 15th December 2025 at Borough Hall in Bedford, serving as a platform for discussing the recommissioning process and inviting innovative insights from current and prospective providers. The procurement schedule aims to have contracts in place by April 2026 when current contracts end.

Open Framework for Building Maintenance and Building Services

Description: Bedford Borough Council is seeking to create an Open Framework for building maintenance services, comprising servicing and maintenance of all mechanical and electric installations and maintenance and repair of building fabric. The framework will comprise of multiple service specific lots with both opportunities to join both single supplier lots for regular planned and reactive maintenance, and multi-supplier lots for larger repairs/renewals projects.

Summary: Bedford Borough Council is initiating an Open Framework for Building Maintenance and Building Services, currently in the planning stage. The procurement process encompasses a wide array of trades and services spread across multiple lots, including electrical and mechanical maintenance, building repairs, and water hygiene management. Expressions of interest are encouraged by the deadline of 19th December 2025, with tender publication due in early January 2026. Located in Bedford, UK, the framework is designed to support regular planned maintenance as well as reactive maintenance and larger repair projects. The framework period is set to commence on 1st April 2026 and run until 31st March 2029, with possible extensions until 2034.

CamGuard -Bedfordshire Police

Description: Request For Information for CamGuard. CamGuard seeks the use of camera technology at scene guards to reduce resource demand, improve wellbeing and make the service more efficient. Please refer to attached RFI document for further details. Contact email address is: lovejoy.mutizwa@beds.police.uk

Summary: This procurement process, initiated by Bedfordshire Police, is in the planning stage for the project titled "CamGuard - Bedfordshire Police." The project falls within the industry category of security cameras and surveillance systems, specifically classified under CPV codes 35125300 and 35120000. It is located in the East of England, with a postal reference of MK43 9AX. As part of this tender, the organisation is currently requesting information (RFI) to explore camera technology solutions that can efficiently manage scene guards and reduce resource demands. Key players involved include Lovejoy Mutizwa as the contact point, with an engagement end date set for 20th October 2025.

Arboricultural Framework

Description: This contract opportunity relates to supplying Bedford Borough Council (the Client) with a comprehensive range of arboricultural services. Typically, this will be for trees associated with the Council's Clean, Safe and Green Services which is responsible for managing trees in the Borough's highways, parks and amenity open spaces, equating to approximately 30,000 trees.

Summary: Bedford Borough Council is launching an active tender for its Arboricultural Framework, aimed at sourcing comprehensive arboricultural services within the region. The procurement process is in the 'tender' stage, seeking to manage approximately 30,000 trees across highways, parks, and open spaces under the Council's Clean, Safe and Green Services. The tender is set in the UKH24 region, with a total procurement value of £1,250,000. Interested parties have until 3rd November 2025 to submit their bids for this significant opportunity that aligns with industry categories such as tree clearing, maintenance, and planting services. The procurement method is open, adhering to an open procedure for all qualified suppliers.

Provision of Temporary Accommodation - Nightly Lets

Description: Bedford Borough Council has a statutory duty to provide accommodation to households who are homeless or threatened with homelessness under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996. To ensure continued compliance with this duty, the Council intends to establish an open framework agreement for the supply of temporary accommodation on a nightly let basis. The framework will enable the Council to secure access to properties from a range of landlords and providers, including the ability to arrange block bookings of smaller self-contained units (such as one-bedroom flats). This will support the Council in maintaining a compliant and competitive route to market for temporary accommodation placements.

Summary: Bedford Borough Council, a sub-central government public authority located in Bedford, United Kingdom, is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process entitled "Provision of Temporary Accommodation – Nightly Lets." This procurement falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on housing services, and is governed by the legal framework established in the Housing Act 1996. The intended framework agreement aims to arrange temporary accommodation on a nightly let basis from various landlords and providers. Significant dates include the future notice date set for 1st April 2026, the start of the contract period on 1st July 2026, and its conclusion on 30th June 2034. This initiative is designed to ensure compliance with statutory duties to provide housing for homeless or at-risk households.

**PME-PREMARKET ENGAGEMENT ONLY** Barrister Framework 2026

Description: **PREMARKET ENGAGEMENT ONLY** Barrister Framework 2026 Pre-Market Engagement (PME) Information and Introduction BBC BDOT 03983 Barristers Framework 2026 Introduction Bedford Borough Council is preparing to launch the forthcoming Barristers Framework 2026. As part of the early planning stage, we are conducting a Pre-Market Engagement (PME) exercise to seek supplier feedback on the proposed approach, specifically the draft bid sheet and rate card that will form part of the procurement documentation. This PME will be live on the InTend Portal from Monday, 8th September 2025 and will close on Monday, 13th October 2025. Purpose of the PME The purpose of this PME is to engage with potential providers and gather constructive feedback on the proposed bid sheet, with a particular focus on: * Ensuring the rate card structure reflects (read more...)

Summary: Bedford Borough Council is undertaking a Pre-Market Engagement (PME) for the planned Barristers Framework 2026. This exercise is currently in the planning stage, running from 8th September 2025 until 13th October 2025. The council, located at Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford, is seeking to gather feedback to refine the framework's rate card and bid sheet, aiming for accuracy, fairness, and transparency in legal services procurement. The focus industry category is legal services, and the engagement is structured to prepare for the eventual tender process, which may feature a framework agreement. Interested suppliers are encouraged to provide feedback through the InTend Portal before the due date to help influence the final tender documentation.

Supply of The Main Stage & Community Stages (inc PA's) for the Bedford River Festival 2026 on 18th & 19th July

Description: Supply of The Main Stage & Community Stages (inc PA's) for the Bedford River Festival 2026 on 18th & 19th July as set out in the ITT document

Summary: Bedford Borough Council has initiated an open tender process titled "Supply of The Main Stage & Community Stages (inc PA's) for the Bedford River Festival 2026," scheduled for 18th and 19th July 2026. The procurement, classified under event services, is set in Bedford, United Kingdom, and falls within the 'services' category. The current stage is 'tender', with the submission deadline for proposals set for 10th October 2025 at 12:00 PM. This open competition is below the threshold, allowing electronic submissions, as detailed on the Bedford Council's submission portal.

**PME-PREMARKET ENGAGEMENT ONLY** Barrister Framework 2026

Description: **PREMARKET ENGAGEMENT ONLY** Barrister Framework 2026 Pre-Market Engagement (PME) Information and Introduction Barristers Framework 2026 Introduction Bedford Borough Council is preparing to launch the forthcoming Barristers Framework 2026. As part of the early planning stage, we are conducting a Pre-Market Engagement (PME) exercise to seek supplier feedback on the proposed approach, specifically the draft bid sheet and rate card that will form part of the procurement documentation. This PME will be live on the InTend Portal from Monday, 8th September 2025 and will close on Monday, 29th September 2025. Purpose of the PME The purpose of this PME is to engage with potential providers and gather constructive feedback on the proposed bid sheet, with a particular focus on: * Ensuring the rate card structure reflects actual service delivery (read more...)

Summary: Bedford Borough Council is undertaking a Pre-Market Engagement (PME) for the planned Barristers Framework 2026. This exercise is currently in the planning stage, running from 8th September 2025 until 13th October 2025. The council, located at Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford, is seeking to gather feedback to refine the framework's rate card and bid sheet, aiming for accuracy, fairness, and transparency in legal services procurement. The focus industry category is legal services, and the engagement is structured to prepare for the eventual tender process, which may feature a framework agreement. Interested suppliers are encouraged to provide feedback through the InTend Portal before the due date to help influence the final tender documentation.