CBC-1862-T-AS Leighton Leisure Centre Public Art

Description: The council wishes to procure an artist or artists to create 2-4 public art works at the new Leighton Leisure Centre. This might end up as one contract of 2/3 contracts. This will be funded out of S106 public realm money. It is a two stage procurement process with shortlisted artists paid a set sum to cover their design days. The Council will provide as much support and information as it can to help guide you through the quotation process. Questions asked together with the response, will be made available to all tenderers, to ensure a fair and consistent approach to all. If there is anything you are not sure about or need clarification on, please use the Correspondence facility within the In-tend electronic tendering system. Last date (read more...)

Summary: Central Bedfordshire Council is leading a procurement process titled "CBC-1862-T-AS Leighton Leisure Centre Public Art" under the industry category of artistic and literary creation and interpretation services. This tender invites artists to propose the creation of 2-4 public artworks for the new Leighton Leisure Centre, leveraging Open procedure procurement. The tender is active, with a key deadline for submissions set at 5th January 2026, 09:00. Interested participants have until 19th December 2025 for inquiries via the In-tend electronic tendering system. The contract, once awarded, is expected to commence on 2nd March 2026 and conclude by 31st May 2026. The project is based in Bedfordshire, United Kingdom.

Technical Adviser for CIF2026-27

Description: We require a technical adviser to help scope and complete the 2026.27 CIF bid for a replacement roof, and to support with the management of the project

Summary: The public procurement process, initiated by the Toddington St George Church of England Academy, seeks a Technical Adviser for the CIF2026-27 project. This process falls under the industry category of architectural and related services and is focused on providing the necessary support for a replacement roof bid and project management. Based at Manor Road, Toddington, the procurement is being carried out through an open competition method, below the threshold level, with an established framework agreement in place. The tender is currently active, with key deadlines including the enquiry period closing on 2nd December 2025 and the tender period ending on 3rd December 2025. The contract period is intended to start on 5th December 2025 and could extend until 30th November 2026, should any unexpected project delays occur.

Technical Adviser for CIF2026-27

Description: We require a technical adviser to help scope and complete the 2026.27 CIF bid for a replacement roof, and to support with the management of the project

Summary: The public procurement process, initiated by the Toddington St George Church of England Academy, seeks a Technical Adviser for the CIF2026-27 project. This process falls under the industry category of architectural and related services and is focused on providing the necessary support for a replacement roof bid and project management. Based at Manor Road, Toddington, the procurement is being carried out through an open competition method, below the threshold level, with an established framework agreement in place. The tender is currently active, with key deadlines including the enquiry period closing on 2nd December 2025 and the tender period ending on 3rd December 2025. The contract period is intended to start on 5th December 2025 and could extend until 30th November 2026, should any unexpected project delays occur.

CBC-1870-T-AS Housing Service Internal Decorations Leighton Buzzard Project

Description: We require one contractor to carry out all preparatory works, to supply all materials and undertake internal painting, decorating and install flooring at selected sites in Leighton Buzzard. Due to unforseen circumstances this tender is now classed as urgent which accounts for the shortened deadline. The Council will provide as much support and information as it can to help guide you through the quotation process. Questions asked together with the response, will be made available to all tenderers, to ensure a fair and consistent approach to all. If there is anything you are not sure about or need clarification on, please use the Correspondence facility within the In-tend electronic tendering system. Last date for receiving questions on the In-Tend system: 4th December 2025. Completed Quotations and attachments should (read more...)

Summary: Central Bedfordshire Council is initiating an urgent procurement process for the "CBC-1870-T-AS Housing Service Internal Decorations Leighton Buzzard Project" due to unforeseen circumstances. This tender, published on 20th November 2025, seeks a single contractor to perform preparatory works, provide necessary materials, and carry out internal painting, decorating, and flooring installations across selected sites in Leighton Buzzard. The procurement falls under the industry category of "Decoration work" with the CPV code 45451000. It follows an open procedure below the threshold and is currently active. The submission deadline for completed quotations via the In-tend electronic tendering system is 11th December 2025 at 09.00. Queries can be sent through the In-tend system with a cut-off for questions on 4th December 2025.

CBC-1870-T-AS Housing Service Internal Decorations Leighton Buzzard Project

Description: We require one contractor to carry out all preparatory works, to supply all materials and undertake internal painting, decorating and install flooring at selected sites in Leighton Buzzard. Due to unforseen circumstances this tender is now classed as urgent which accounts for the shortened deadline. The Council will provide as much support and information as it can to help guide you through the quotation process. Questions asked together with the response, will be made available to all tenderers, to ensure a fair and consistent approach to all. If there is anything you are not sure about or need clarification on, please use the Correspondence facility within the In-tend electronic tendering system. Last date for receiving questions on the In-Tend system: 4th December 2025. Completed Quotations and attachments should (read more...)

Summary: Central Bedfordshire Council is initiating an urgent procurement process for the "CBC-1870-T-AS Housing Service Internal Decorations Leighton Buzzard Project" due to unforeseen circumstances. This tender, published on 20th November 2025, seeks a single contractor to perform preparatory works, provide necessary materials, and carry out internal painting, decorating, and flooring installations across selected sites in Leighton Buzzard. The procurement falls under the industry category of "Decoration work" with the CPV code 45451000. It follows an open procedure below the threshold and is currently active. The submission deadline for completed quotations via the In-tend electronic tendering system is 11th December 2025 at 09.00. Queries can be sent through the In-tend system with a cut-off for questions on 4th December 2025.

Grounds Maintenance Contract

Description: Ampthill Town Council (The Council) is inviting tender submissions for this service under its public procurement obligations. The grounds maintenance services will focus primarily on Ampthill Great Park, and include other sites such as: Ampthill Cemetery, 2 allotment sites, 4 areas of public open space, a market area and car park. Full details provided within the specification document and Annex 1.

Summary: The procurement process for the Ampthill Town Council's Grounds Maintenance Contract is currently active at the tender stage, with an open procedure. The project focuses on the maintenance of Ampthill Great Park and several other sites, including Ampthill Cemetery and public spaces. The contract is valued at £1,680,000 gross and is set to commence on 1st April 2026, lasting until 31st March 2031. Tender submissions are to be made by 2nd December 2025. The council, located in Ampthill, Bedford, is seeking submissions in the services category, and electronic submissions are accepted in English. Key dates include an award decision by 19th December 2025.

CBC-1863-T-TS General Building Works

Description: General Building Works Project Management and delivery of Capital Works, including but not limited to: Asset replacement (Mechanical & Electrical and Fabric) General building refurbishment and adaptations Larger-scale improvement works Condition survey works

Summary: Central Bedfordshire Council is initiating a procurement process for general building works under the title "CBC-1863-T-TS General Building Works". This process is in the planning stage, with a primary focus on construction work encompassing project management and delivery of Capital Works including asset replacements, general refurbishments, and significant improvement efforts. The engagement session is scheduled for 20th November 2025, and interested parties must confirm attendance by 12 noon on 18th November 2025. The procurement involves a contract period from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2029, with potential renewal options extending up to 2031. Located in the UKH region, this opportunity falls under the works category, with the project valued at up to £12 million.

BLMK ICB Hospital Aftercare Service

Description: The Hospital Meet & Greet Aftercare Service ensures that individuals are supported in the short term (from 24 hours up to a maximum period of six weeks) following a stay in hospital, attendance at Accident and Emergency or following a planned surgical or medical procedure as an inpatient or outpatient. The service provides practical and reablement focused support providing a safe transition from hospital for the client, support them to remain at home and reduce hospital readmission and delays in discharge.

Summary: The procurement process for the "BLMK ICB Hospital Aftercare Service" is managed by the NHS Bedfordshire, Luton, and Milton Keynes Integrated Care Board. This contract, classified under community health services, has been awarded under the Provider Selection Regime as per Health Care Services Regulations 2023 and is not subject to Public Contracts Regulations 2015. It is a direct award for a one-year service agreement starting 1st April 2025, with a total value of £157,319. The service focuses on providing short-term aftercare support for individuals post-hospitalisation to ensure a safe transition home and aims to reduce hospital readmissions and delays in discharge. The procurement location is primarily Bedfordshire, UKH24 region.

CBC-1860-T-TH Cycle Hire Scheme

Description: Central Bedfordshire Council requires the establishment of a cycle hire scheme with the provision of up to 100 and a minimum of 50 pedal bicycles across four towns. * Houghton Regis * Leighton Buzzard * Biggleswade * Ampthill Houghton Regis Houghton Regis has a population of approximately 20,000 people. We expect the cycle hire scheme to serve at least 12 locations within this town with at least six locations to be sited within the Bidwell West and Linmere developments as these are providing most of the available scheme funding for this area. Leighton Buzzard The combined conurbations of Leighton Buzzard and Linslade have a population of approximately. 43,000. We expect the cycle hire scheme to serve at last 12 locations within these towns with at least six locations (read more...)

Summary: Central Bedfordshire Council has initiated a procurement process for a "Cycle Hire Scheme" across four towns: Houghton Regis, Leighton Buzzard, Biggleswade, and Ampthill, aiming to supply between 50 and 100 pedal bicycles, classified under bicycles (CPV code 34430000) and related accessories. This open procurement method is focused on services under an open procedure (below threshold) and has been tagged as active. The tender was published on 6th November 2025, with a submission deadline of 5th December 2025, and the contract is set to commence on 26th January 2026, ending by 25th January 2029. The project promises to be an influential community service with designated cycle parking provisions already planned for each location.

Grounds Maintenance Contract

Description: Ampthill Town Council (The Council) is inviting tender submissions for this service under its public procurement obligations. The grounds maintenance services will focus primarily on Ampthill Great Park, and include other sites such as: Ampthill Cemetery, 2 allotment sites, 4 areas of public open space, a market area and car park. Full details provided within the specification document and Annex 1.

Summary: The procurement process for the Ampthill Town Council's Grounds Maintenance Contract is currently active at the tender stage, with an open procedure. The project focuses on the maintenance of Ampthill Great Park and several other sites, including Ampthill Cemetery and public spaces. The contract is valued at £1,680,000 gross and is set to commence on 1st April 2026, lasting until 31st March 2031. Tender submissions are to be made by 2nd December 2025. The council, located in Ampthill, Bedford, is seeking submissions in the services category, and electronic submissions are accepted in English. Key dates include an award decision by 19th December 2025.