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CBC-2068-T-SK Housing Repairs and Void Property Works

Description: Central Bedfordshire Council (the "Council") is a unitary authority serving the Central Bedfordshire area, established in 2009. The area covers approximately 716 km2 (276 sq miles) and has a population of around 315,900 residents (2024). It comprises a mix of market towns and rural communities, with major centres including Leighton Buzzard, Dunstable and Houghton Regis. The Council operates from its headquarters at Priory House in Chicksands. Key facts and figures about Central Bedfordshire can be found here: https://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/info/27/about_your_council/180/statistics_and_census_information The Council is conducting this Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) exercise pursuant to Sections 16 and 17 of the Procurement Act 2023. The Council will be procuring Housing Repairs and Void Property Works. The Council are keen to get PME responses from interested suppliers to help shape the final structure, commercial (read more...)

Summary: Central Bedfordshire Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "CBC-2068-T-SK Housing Repairs and Void Property Works." As a sub-central government public authority, the Council aims to undertake housing repairs and void property works within the Central Bedfordshire area, covering a mixed landscape of market towns and rural communities. The procurement is categorised under the 'works' industry, focusing on construction and refurbishment. Key dates include a preliminary market engagement notice published on 2nd July 2026, with an engagement milestone due by 15th July 2026, and a future notice expected on 1st September 2026. The project contract period is planned from 1st April 2027 to 31st March 2032, with possible extension up to 2037. The initiative is in its preliminary stages, seeking responses to inform the framework and commercial model before commencing the competitive procurement process.

Leighton Middle School

Description: Leighton Middle School is seeking an experienced and innovative Catering Partner to deliver a high?quality food service that meets the needs of pupils and staff. The Catering Partner will operate a fully commercial, self?financing catering model who will a provide a vibrant, modern dining experience that pupils actively choose to engage with. The successful partner will offer fresh, appealing, and nutritious food, delivered through a retail?led service style that reflects current high?street trends while remaining fully compliant with the School Food Standards. The School expects strong operational performance, excellent customer service, robust allergen management, and a commitment to continuous improvement. This opportunity requires a provider with proven expertise in delivering commercially sustainable school catering, strong branding and merchandising, and the ability to create a welcoming, efficient, and pupil?focused (read more...)

Summary: Leighton Middle School, located in Leighton Buzzard, United Kingdom, seeks an experienced Catering Partner to provide a high-quality food service for students and staff. This procurement, under the category of school meals, is managed through an open procedure. The tender has been active since 20th June 2026 and is currently in the tender stage, with submissions due by 31st July 2026. Prospective suppliers can access the opportunity via the MultiQuote platform. The successful bidder will be awarded a contract valued at £570,000 initially, for a contract period starting 1st January 2027, lasting till 31st December 2029, with renewal options available.

CA18099 - Leighton Middle School

Description: Leighton Middle School is seeking a high?quality Catering Partner to deliver a modern service that meets the needs of pupils. The School requires a fully commercial, financially self?sustaining service that combines strong retail appeal with full compliance to the School Food Standards. The successful provider will deliver excellent food quality, customer service, innovation, and a pupil?focused dining experience throughout the school day. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA18099. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA18099 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

Summary: Leighton Middle School, located in Leighton Buzzard, England, is seeking a high-quality catering partner to deliver school meals through a tender titled "CA18099 - Leighton Middle School." This procurement falls under the goods industry category with a focus on school meals, utilizing an open procedure method. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage and was published on 20th June 2026. Interested suppliers should be aware that the tender period ends on 31st July 2026 at 09:30 AM. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st January 2027 and conclude on 31st December 2029.

Putnoe Walk In Centre [Direct Award Process C]

Description: NHS Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Integrated Care Board (ICB) have awarded an NHS Standard Contract for the Provision of same day Primary Care Services at Putnoe Walk In Centre (WiC).

Summary: The NHS Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Integrated Care Board, now part of NHS Central East Integrated Care Board, has awarded a contract for general practitioner services at Putnoe Walk In Centre to Putnoe Medical Centre. This contract, classified under the CPV code 85121100, falls within the services category. It was awarded through a Direct Award Process C, as governed by the Heath Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, and is not subject to the Procurement Act 2023. The formal award date is 1st April 2026, with a contract period lasting until 30th September 2028. The estimated total value is £2,125,000, with an annual value of £850,000, and the location of services is Bedfordshire, specifically within the UKH24 region.

Putnoe Medical Centre APMS Contract [Direct Award Process C]

Description: NHS Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Integrated Care Board (ICB) have awarded an APMS contract for the Provision of Primary Medical Services at Putnoe Medical Centre in Putnoe, Bedford.

Summary: The NHS Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Integrated Care Board has formally awarded a contract for the Provision of Primary Medical Services at Putnoe Medical Centre in Bedford, under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. This service falls within the general-practitioner services category. The procurement process concluded on 1st April 2026, with the contract commencing on that date and running for a period of five years until 31st March 2031. This direct award, following Process C, involves no competitive tendering process due to the unique relationship and established service delivery by the existing provider, Putnoe and Linden Group Limited. The contract’s total value is approximately £11,454,187.04, influenced by national negotiations on primary care medical services.

CBC-2015 Cleaning Services

Description: Provision of cleaning services

Summary: Central Bedfordshire Council is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "CBC-2015 Cleaning Services," which falls under the services category with a focus on cleaning and building-cleaning services. The intended location of delivery is Shefford, UK, and the procurement is above the financial threshold, ensuring significant scope for potential suppliers. The contract period is projected to start from 1st October 2028 and conclude on 30th September 2033, with a gross contract value of £6,942,000. Key dates include a future notice date planned for May 2028, signalling when more detailed information will become available for interested vendors.

CBC-2036-T-EM Whole Life Costing Consultant

Description: Central Bedfordshire Council is seeking a consultant to undertake a 'whole life costing' exercise to ascertain the sinking fund element for service charges of commercial units in mixed-use blocks in its current stock and reinstatement cost assessments. In addition to the above, consultant building surveys will be required to undertaken at different stages of the letting process, and during the period of the lease, as detailed below. There are circa 45 commercial units in total and whilst the majority are currently let, there remain several changes each year for which this contracted service will be required, including some being built / acquired. 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, (read more...)

Summary: Central Bedfordshire Council is inviting tenders for a Whole Life Costing Consultant under an open competition procurement method. The procurement, titled "CBC-2036-T-EM Whole Life Costing Consultant", falls under the business and management consultancy services category and will serve to support the Council in ascertaining and managing service charges for commercial units within mixed-use blocks. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with key submission deadlines on 16th June 2026. The duty location is the United Kingdom, specifically Shefford, and the contract will commence on 1st August 2026, lasting for two years with an option to extend for another year. The total contract value is anticipated to be around £65,000 to £78,000, requiring electronic submissions through the In-Tend system.

RFI - Ground Based Radar Testing UK2

Description: The Air Defence & Maritime Radar (AD&MR) Delivery Team, part of the National Armaments Director (NAD) Group, is issuing a Request For Information (RFI) to help inform the Authority's strategy for this requirement and is NOT part of any procurement procedure. The method used by the Ministry of Defence (MOD) to evaluate the detection and accuracy of Air Defence (AD) Radars is through flight checking. A ground-based alternative is being considered to replicate the flight check and improve scientific and engineering rigour around the results obtained. Industry's responses to this RFI will be used to inform a number of elements in the procurement strategy, such as the Commercial Model, requirement writing and setting, budget and the IP strategy. Should the Authority wish to seek clarification or ask questions (read more...)

Summary: The Ministry of Defence is currently in the planning stage for the procurement process titled "RFI - Ground Based Radar Testing UK2." This tender falls under the goods category with a focus on radar technology. It is located in Henlow, United Kingdom, and is part of a wider engagement and information-gathering strategy spearheaded by the Air Defence & Maritime Radar (AD&MR) Delivery Team. As part of this preliminary stage, interested parties are invited to respond to the Request For Information (RFI) by 18th August 2026. The process is designed to inform future procurement strategies, with subsequent contract periods envisaged from 1st September 2027 to 3rd March 2029.

RFI - Ground Based Radar Testing UK2

Description: The Air Defence & Maritime Radar (AD&MR) Delivery Team, part of the National Armaments Director (NAD) Group, is issuing a Request For Information (RFI) to help inform the Authority's strategy for this requirement and is NOT part of any procurement procedure. The method used by the Ministry of Defence (MOD) to evaluate the detection and accuracy of Air Defence (AD) Radars is through flight checking. A ground-based alternative is being considered to replicate the flight check and improve scientific and engineering rigour around the results obtained. Industry's responses to this RFI will be used to inform a number of elements in the procurement strategy, such as the Commercial Model, requirement writing and setting, budget and the IP strategy. Should the Authority wish to seek clarification or ask questions (read more...)

Summary: The Ministry of Defence is currently in the planning stage for the procurement process titled "RFI - Ground Based Radar Testing UK2." This tender falls under the goods category with a focus on radar technology. It is located in Henlow, United Kingdom, and is part of a wider engagement and information-gathering strategy spearheaded by the Air Defence & Maritime Radar (AD&MR) Delivery Team. As part of this preliminary stage, interested parties are invited to respond to the Request For Information (RFI) by 18th August 2026. The process is designed to inform future procurement strategies, with subsequent contract periods envisaged from 1st September 2027 to 3rd March 2029.

CBC-2032-T-SK - Installation and Maintenance of Doors and Door Entry Systems & maintenance of Assisted Living Equipment

Description: Central Bedfordshire Council are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Contractor to deliver a fully managed programme for the installation, maintenance, and repair of doors, door entry systems, and assisted living equipment across its housing stock. The appointed Contractor will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements, delivering a high-quality, customer-focused service, and managing works in a planned and coordinated manner to achieve best value and right-first-time outcomes. 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 (read more...)

Summary: Central Bedfordshire Council is inviting tenders for the "CBC-2032-T-SK - Installation and Maintenance of Doors and Door Entry Systems & maintenance of Assisted Living Equipment" contract. This procurement, with a gross value of £480,000, falls under the services category and is being conducted through an open procedure. The contract involves the installation, maintenance, and repair of doors and door entry systems, as well as assisted living equipment across the Council’s housing stock. Located in Shefford, United Kingdom, the procurement process is active and in the tender stage, with a submission deadline for quotations set for 6th July 2026. The project aims for a methodical service delivery that complies with statutory standards and provides high-quality outcomes. Potential contractors must submit their bids electronically through the In-tend system, ensuring adherence to the stipulated guidelines and deadlines.