Provision of Temporary Workers to undertake Warehousing Duties at the Port of Felixstowe Statutory Examination Area

Description: The Felixstowe Dock and Railway Company ('the Purchaser') requires the provision of Temporary Workers to carry out warehousing duties at the Ports Statutory Examination Area ('Examination Area'), comprising sheds and a TCEF (temperature-controlled examination facility). The warehousing duties comprise of, but are not limited to; handball (unloading and reloading containers (including requirement to reload cargo into the same container)); and small fork lift. The Purchaser works on behalf of the cargo agent to present goods for examination by any interested Government or statutory agency controlling the throughput of cargo at the Port's border ('Governing Agency'). The work involves regular, repetitive manual labour, with the use of fork lifts or powered pallet trucks to assist. The Purchaser expects to utilise on average 26,000 to 38,000 worked hours per year (read more...)

Summary: The Felixstowe Dock and Railway Company, a private utility organisation based in Felixstowe, is inviting tenders for the provision of temporary workers to undertake warehousing duties at the Port of Felixstowe's Statutory Examination Area. This procurement process is currently in the tender stage and follows a selective competitive flexible procedure. Interested suppliers must express their interest by 29 January 2026 via the Purchaser's e-tender portal. The project is classified under services and focuses on the supply services of temporary staff, with a contract value estimated at £2,562,000. The contract period is anticipated to begin on 1 June 2026 and conclude by 31 May 2029, with an optional renewal extension until 31 May 2031. Final award decisions will be made by 7 April 2026.

The supply of Mechanical Fitting, Fabrication and Welding Services

Description: The Felixstowe Dock and Railway Company requires the provision of Mechanical Fitting, Fabrication and Welding Services. The Contractor will be expected to supply various tools and equipment to undertake the services. The Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 ("TUPE") (as amended) may apply to this tender. Further information will be provided to those suppliers who pass the Conditions of Participation stage and are invited to tender.

Summary: The Felixstowe Dock and Railway Company is currently in the tender stage for a contract titled "The supply of Mechanical Fitting, Fabrication and Welding Services" in the "services" industry category. The contract value is estimated at up to £1,500,000 and is classified under "private utility" for procurement. The procurement process follows a "selective" method, described as a "Competitive flexible procedure." The location for the contract work is the UKH14 region, specifically Felixstowe in the United Kingdom. Contractors must express interest through the Proactis e-Tender Platform before the deadline on 20 January 2026. The contract period is expected to start on 1 June 2026 and end on 31 May 2029, with a possible extension option until May 2030.

CEFAS25-138 Supply of a High-Precision Microbalance

Description: The Cefas Chemicals Programme, primarily funded by Defra, undertakes research, testing, and advisory activities to support UK chemical risk assessment and regulatory obligations. The programme underpins national commitments regarding chemical safety, endocrine disruption, and environmental protection, with a focus on the development of test guidelines, endocrine disruption studies, ecotoxicology, and the advancement of new approach methodologies that aim to minimise animal testing. Accurate weighing of various chemicals is essential to support our experimental work. Currently, the laboratory houses a microbalance that was acquired over 15 years ago and is now discontinued. Securing a suitable replacement has become a priority to ensure continuity of operations. This RFQ seeks proposals for the supply of a high-precision microbalance that meets the specifications outlined below. The new equipment will enable Cefas to (read more...)

Summary: The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (CEFAS) is inviting tenders for the supply of a high-precision microbalance under the tender reference CEFAS25-138. This procurement process, active as of 18th December 2025, falls within the Laboratory, optical and precision equipment category and is part of the organisation's Chemicals Programme funded by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra). This tender is classified as a goods procurement and utilises an open competition method below the threshold established for such procurements. Interested suppliers must submit their proposals by the deadline of 23rd January 2026 at 12:00 PM, with enquiries closing on 16th January 2026. The procurement is located in Lowestoft, UK, with operations commencing on 9th February 2026 and concluding by 12th March 2027.

CEFAS25-138 Supply of a High-Precision Microbalance

Description: The Cefas Chemicals Programme, primarily funded by Defra, undertakes research, testing, and advisory activities to support UK chemical risk assessment and regulatory obligations. The programme underpins national commitments regarding chemical safety, endocrine disruption, and environmental protection, with a focus on the development of test guidelines, endocrine disruption studies, ecotoxicology, and the advancement of new approach methodologies that aim to minimise animal testing. Accurate weighing of various chemicals is essential to support our experimental work. Currently, the laboratory houses a microbalance that was acquired over 15 years ago and is now discontinued. Securing a suitable replacement has become a priority to ensure continuity of operations. This RFQ seeks proposals for the supply of a high-precision microbalance that meets the specifications outlined below. The new equipment will enable Cefas to (read more...)

Summary: The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (CEFAS) is inviting tenders for the supply of a high-precision microbalance under the tender reference CEFAS25-138. This procurement process, active as of 18th December 2025, falls within the Laboratory, optical and precision equipment category and is part of the organisation's Chemicals Programme funded by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra). This tender is classified as a goods procurement and utilises an open competition method below the threshold established for such procurements. Interested suppliers must submit their proposals by the deadline of 23rd January 2026 at 12:00 PM, with enquiries closing on 16th January 2026. The procurement is located in Lowestoft, UK, with operations commencing on 9th February 2026 and concluding by 12th March 2027.

CEFAS25-122 ITT to provide RPA flights in Sizewell region for BEEMS project

Description: The BEEMS (British EDF Estuarine and Marine Studies) programme is funded by NNB Generation Company Sizewell C (NNB GenCo SZC). Through this programme, Cefas provide authoritative scientific information on the marine and transitional waters in the vicinity of potential new build nuclear power stations and require a Supplier to deliver the element described below. To support the delivery of the BEEMS Programme, Cefas require the Supplier to provide aerial data collection using a Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) in the Sizewell to Thorpeness region on a quarterly basis. It is anticipated that the first flight will be undertaken in March 2026 and the final flight in December 2028 (with extension options as per point 4). On occasion, additional flights may be required, therefore Cefas requests a day rate cost (read more...)

Summary: The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas) is inviting tenders for the provision of Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) flights in the Sizewell to Thorpeness region. This procurement is part of the BEEMS project, funded by NNB Generation Company Sizewell C, aimed at collecting environmental survey data. The procurement will follow an open procedure and is currently in the tender stage. Key dates include the tender period closing on 19 January 2026, and the contract is expected to commence in February 2026, running until December 2028, with possibilities for extension to December 2030. The contract is valued at approximately £165,000 to £200,000, classified under survey services and expected to follow the guidelines of the Civil Aviation Authority for safe operation.

Suffolk PHQ Catering Services

Description: Catering Services for Suffolk Constabulary HQ in Martlesham This opportunity can be found a follows: 1. Log in to our supplier portal at https://7force.force.com/login 2. Locate the opportunity under the 'Find Opportunities' section 3. Click 'Register Interest' 4. You can then go to 'My Proposals & Quotes' to view the documentation and submit your response. 5. Once you have completed all relevant Requirement Sections, ensure you click the 'Submit' button to ensure your responses are received by us. Upon clicking 'Submit' you will receive a confirmation email. The message centre (found on your Portal homepage) will be available for you to communicate with us regarding any open opportunities, or for any clarification questions you may have.

Summary: The Police and Crime Commissioner for Suffolk is currently in the planning stages of procuring catering services for Suffolk Constabulary Headquarters located in Martlesham Heath. This procurement, titled "Suffolk PHQ Catering Services," falls under the services industry category, specifically catering. The open competition procurement process, which is a below-threshold and light-touch regime, is expected to progress to tender with a submission deadline on 4th March 2026. The procurement represents a gross value of £108,000. Interested parties were previously invited to engage in market consultation to propose innovative catering models by 5th December 2025. The opportunity is accessible via the supplier portal provided by the 7 Force Collaboration, with the communication expected to continue until February 2026.

ESC Occupational Health Services Retender

Description: East Suffolk Council ("ESC", "the Council") is looking to procure a provider of Occupational Health Services to work collaboratively with us, offering professional support and advice to complement our absence management policies and procedures and health and wellbeing agenda. The Council considers the health and wellbeing of staff to be paramount in delivering high quality services. Achieving a balance between the needs of our employees and the delivery of the organisation's objectives is not always easy. Sickness absence accounts for a considerable proportion of lost working time and the average cost of absence is significant. The Council's aim is to reduce this by investing in an occupational health provision that is flexible and robust enough to meet our organisation's needs, providing a locally based service for our officers.

Summary: East Suffolk Council is actively seeking a provider for its Occupational Health Services, aimed at supporting the well-being of its staff to enhance productivity and service delivery. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, classified under the 'services' category, following an open procedure. The contract is divided into two active lots, covering the North and South districts, including specific offices such as Lowestoft, Melton, and Felixstowe. The gross contract value is set at £360,000, with the tender submission deadline now extended to 16 January 2026, thanks to an amendment from the original date. Award notices are expected by 4 February 2026, with services commencing from 16 February 2026 and potentially extending until 31 March 2029, contingent on government reorganisation impacts. Potential suppliers must adhere to East Suffolk Council's absence management policies and integrate robust health solutions, with the procurement focusing heavily on quality, social value, and price. The contract, based in the UK region UKH14, provides opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to engage electronically using English through the council's submission portal.

Suffolk PHQ Catering Services

Description: Catering Services for Suffolk Constabulary HQ in Martlesham This opportunity can be found a follows: 1. Log in to our supplier portal at https://7force.force.com/login 2. Locate the opportunity under the 'Find Opportunities' section 3. Click 'Register Interest' 4. You can then go to 'My Proposals & Quotes' to view the documentation and submit your response. 5. Once you have completed all relevant Requirement Sections, ensure you click the 'Submit' button to ensure your responses are received by us. Upon clicking 'Submit' you will receive a confirmation email. The message centre (found on your Portal homepage) will be available for you to communicate with us regarding any open opportunities, or for any clarification questions you may have.

Summary: The Police and Crime Commissioner for Suffolk is currently in the planning stages of procuring catering services for Suffolk Constabulary Headquarters located in Martlesham Heath. This procurement, titled "Suffolk PHQ Catering Services," falls under the services industry category, specifically catering. The open competition procurement process, which is a below-threshold and light-touch regime, is expected to progress to tender with a submission deadline on 4th March 2026. The procurement represents a gross value of £108,000. Interested parties were previously invited to engage in market consultation to propose innovative catering models by 5th December 2025. The opportunity is accessible via the supplier portal provided by the 7 Force Collaboration, with the communication expected to continue until February 2026.

Community Safety Public Perception Survey

Description: The OPCC for Suffolk is seeking to commission a market research company to undertake a community safety public perception survey across Suffolk. This will inform confidence levels across the county, and commissioning and service delivery across the wider Suffolk public sector.

Summary: The Police and Crime Commissioner for Suffolk is planning a procurement process for the "Community Safety Public Perception Survey," aimed at enhancing community safety across Suffolk. This initiative lies within the services industry category, specifically focusing on survey and market research services. The location of the procurement is Ipswich, Suffolk, with the planned contract period starting on 1st May 2026 and potentially extending until 30th April 2030, with renewal possibilities. As of 2nd December 2025, the procurement is in the planning stage, utilising an open procedure, and further notice is expected on 22nd December 2025. The project carries a significant gross budget of £336,000 GBP and is classified under public authority in the sub-central government category.

Leisure Centre Management Information System (MIS) for Leisure Centres in South Norfolk.

Description: South Norfolk Leisure Services is embarking on a transformative project to implement a new, complete & modern Management Information System (MIS) across all its leisure centres. The primary objective is to replace the existing legacy system with an integrated solution that enhances operational efficiency, improves customer experience, and supports the strategic development of leisure services. SNC are seeking a solution for a 5+ year term and the solution must include the cost of all core licenses necessary for the implementation and ongoing operation of the Leisure Management Information System.

Summary: South Norfolk Council is in the planning stage of a significant procurement process aimed at implementing a modern Management Information System (MIS) across its leisure centres. This project, identified under "Leisure Centre Management Information System (MIS) for Leisure Centres in South Norfolk," falls within the services category and is set to replace an existing legacy system to enhance operational efficiency and customer experience. The initiative is open for preliminary market engagement, with key dates including a deadline to request a meeting by 12 December 2025 and market engagement meetings beginning on 16 December 2025. Located in the United Kingdom, specifically within the East of England regions UKH15 and UKH14, the implementation is scheduled to commence around September 2026. The procurement will follow the Competitive Flexible Procedure as outlined by the Procurement Act 2023 and is scheduled to formally begin around 14 January 2026.