Provision of Emotional Support Telephone Line Services

Description: The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) is looking to Contract with a provider who can support us to deliver against our objectives and achieve our ambitions by delivering an emotional support telephone line (service) to those affected by our regulatory processes . The successful bidder will need to deliver according to the requirements set out in the Tender Pack. We have people including applicants to our register, nursing and midwifery professionals who are under investigation, referrers, witnesses, and others involved in our regulatory casework who need support during the various processes (and in some instances for a short period thereafter). We are committed to ensuring that we take a needs led approach and that the people affected by our work have access to appropriate emotional and wellbeing support (read more...)

Summary: The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), based in London, United Kingdom, is currently in the tender stage of procuring a service titled "Provision of Emotional Support Telephone Line Services." This contract seeks to offer emotional support to individuals involved in NMC's regulatory processes, including nursing and midwifery professionals under investigation. The contract is set within the health and social work services category with an open procurement method, utilising a competitive flexible procedure. Key dates include a tender closing date on 30th January 2026, and an expected contract start date on 1st May 2026. The service is intended to be confidential, independent, and accessible, with the aim to enhance the quality and fairness of emotional support and comply with The Equality Act 2010.

REMOVAL, REPLACEMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF THE LIFT IN MWENYA BUILDING AT THE BRITISH HIGH COMMISSION KAMPALA.

Description: The purpose of this project is to replace the existing lift, which has reached the end of its operational life, with a modern, compliant lift system. The scope includes dismantling and removal of the current lift, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of the new lift, and post-installation maintenance under a service agreement to ensure continued safe operation and uptime. The appointed supplier will be responsible for the full end-to-end delivery, ensuring compliance with all relevant safety standards, statutory requirements, and manufacturer specifications. The objective is to improve reliability, safety, and performance of the vertical transportation system while ensuring minimal disruption to building operations.

Summary: The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office is initiating a tender for the "Removal, Replacement and Maintenance of the Lift in Mwenya Building at the British High Commission Kampala". This procurement falls under the services category, with a focus on lift-maintenance, and is valued at £104,084.56. The project is located in Uganda and involves the dismantling of an old lift, installation of a new compliant system, and ongoing maintenance. The tender process is currently active, conducted via an open competition method, with electronic submissions accepted until 13th January 2026. The resulting contract will begin on 1st March 2026 and may extend for six months based on satisfactory performance.

Cable Landing Station Security Guidance

Description: Undersea cables carry 99%+ of the UK's international internet traffic. These high-capacity data flows underpin the UK's digital economy, national security, and global communications. Cable landing stations (CLS) are a critical part of the UK's subsea telecommunication cable network, acting as the physical interface between undersea cables and terrestrial infrastructure. Due to their strategic importance, CLS are high-value targets for both physical and cyber threats. The Government is committed to strengthening the security of UK cable landing stations. To support this work, we intend to commission an accredited security consultancy to produce security guidance for CLS operators. This work will be jointly overseen by DSIT, the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) and the National Protective Security Authority (NPSA). Deliverables: Deliverable 1: Written guidance for cable landing station operators (read more...)

Summary: The Department for Science, Innovation & Technology, located in London, is in the planning stage of a public procurement process titled "Cable Landing Station Security Guidance". This project falls under the services category and aims to reinforce the security of the UK's cable landing stations, which are crucial for national security and global communications. Interested parties need to contact the designated individual by 30th January 2026 to confirm their interest in receiving the invitation to tender. The procurement process has identified a deadline for the contract period starting on 2nd February 2026 and concluding on 2nd June 2026, with the overall process above the threshold and aimed at commissioning a security consultancy to produce key deliverables. The estimated contract value is £93,000.

SE - THMS - Thames Wreck Management

Description: Defra group Commercial, on behalf of the Environment Agency, invite you to bid in this competition. This notice is to alert the market that the Authority has a requirement for the provision of services to recover and remove sunken and abandoned vessels from reaches of the non-tidal River Thames between Pinkhill Lock and Teddington Lock. Although Environment Agency local enforcement teams continue to be active, the increase of non-compliance i.e. unregistered vessels and their associated poor management, has led to an increase in the number of vessels either becoming wrecks or abandoned (floating). The Environment Agency, as Navigation Authority, aims to create a better place for legitimate customers to enjoy the navigation, therefore approximately 70 vessels need to be recovered from the river. Multiple contracts are expected to (read more...)

Summary: The Environment Agency, operating under the auspices of the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA), has issued a tender titled "SE - THMS - Thames Wreck Management." This procurement process is aimed at recovering and removing sunken and abandoned vessels from the non-tidal River Thames, spanning areas between Pinkhill Lock and Teddington Lock. The tender is active and falls under the services category, specifically related to vessel-salvaging and refloating services. It is structured into multiple lots, with the works anticipated to commence on 13th February 2026 and conclude by 31st March 2026. Interested parties must submit their tenders via the designated electronic portal by 20th January 2026, with the enquiry period closing on 9th January 2026. The procurement follows an open procedure, facilitating broad participation, and is valued at £360,000.

Online Harms Faced by Disabled, and Neurodiverse User

Description: Despite the growing use on online services, understanding how disabled and neurodiverse individuals experience harms within these digital environments remains limited. Existing research, such as Ofcom's findings, highlights that more individuals with limiting conditions see harmful content compared to those without, but these insights are fragmented and fail to capture escalating risks across different disabilities and neurodiverse conditions. Current strategies for harm reduction are largely advisory and rely on user vigilance, leaving substantial gaps in effective, systemic protections. Thus this project will attempt to address these concerns through a literature review looking into the online experience of disabled and neurodiverse users, and optional functionality review which would look at the current state of mainly social media sites to see if features or functions present could be adversely affecting (read more...)

Summary: The Department for Science, Innovation & Technology is in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "Online Harms Faced by Disabled, and Neurodiverse User". This project aims to address the risks and harms encountered by disabled and neurodiverse individuals in digital environments. Located in the United Kingdom, the procurement, falling under the industry category of research and social consultancy services, is set to commence on 1 April 2026 and conclude on 1 August 2026. Interested suppliers are encouraged to engage prior to 24 January 2026 to discuss proposed methodologies and costs. The procurement is initiated under the legal basis of UKPGA 2023/54 and focuses on structuring a comprehensive literature review and user interviews to understand online harms more holistically.

CM52 / T0528 - Wormleighton Site Decommissioning

Description: TH does not wish to renew the lease and as such are required under the terms of the lease to remove the mast, buildings, substructures (including earth mat), etc. and return the site back to a green field suitable for agricultural/grazing use. It is requested that the successful supplier shall ensure that the project delivers all the necessary CDM documentation, mobilising works, site decommissioning and reinstate the site by the end of October 2026 to ensure that there is sufficient time for the land to be made good before the lease expires in December 2027. To view this notice, please click here: https://trinityhouse.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1003249084

Summary: The procurement process is being conducted by Trinity House, a central government public authority located in London, United Kingdom. This contracting opportunity, titled "CM52 / T0528 - Wormleighton Site Decommissioning", falls under the industry category of demolition, site preparation, and clearance work. The objective is to decommission a site and return it to a suitable state for agricultural use by October 2026. The procurement is at the tender stage with a submission deadline of 2nd February 2026. This open competition allows businesses to submit proposals electronically via the specified portal. The main procurement category is works, with a total contract value anticipated to be £250,000, excluding VAT.

Specialist Technical and Commercial Advisory for Rail and Other Transport Systems Framework (STARFour)

Description: In line with its commitment to increasing investment in the UK's transport infrastructure, the Department for Transport (DfT) requires ongoing access to high-quality, specialist technical and commercial advisory services. This need is currently fulfilled through the STARThree Framework, which succeeded the Specialist Technical Advisory for Rail (STARTwo) Framework--both managed by the Department's Group Commercial Directorate (GCD). The Department for Transport intends to publish the STARFour Framework, a fourth generation, closed, multi-lot framework agreement to succeed the STARThree Framework (expiring July 2027). However, this will be subject to approvals and market engagement feedback. STARFour will provide continued access to specialist technical and commercial advisory services across all transport sectors, supporting the Department, its ALBs, and other qualifying bodies. Building on the success of STARThree, the new framework will encourage (read more...)

Summary: The Department for Transport, located in London, United Kingdom, plans a procurement process under the STARFour Framework, anticipated to start on 31 July 2027, with an end date of 30 July 2030, extending potentially to 30 July 2031. This planning stage involves a competitive flexible procedure focusing on services, with a gross budget of £420 million. The aim is to secure specialist technical and commercial advisory services for transport sectors, succeeding the existing STARThree Framework. The procurement covers a broad spectrum of advisory services, including railway engineering, consultancy, and market analysis, and is suited for organisations across various transport systems. The initial notice for this procurement is set to be communicated by 8 May 2026.

Protecting Communities II (ProCom II) EME

Description: Protecting Communities II (ProCom II) is a multi year blended ODA/non-ODA programme designed to reduce those shared threats by strengthening Pakistan's security, justice, and migration management systems. It builds on the previous UK-funded Cooperation on Serious Crime Programme (CSCP), moving to a longer-term platform that enables sustained engagement and deeper reform. ProCom II will take a "whole-of-route" approach. It will be aligned with the UK's "Disrupt, Deter, Return" strategy: tackling the drivers of irregular migration at source, enhancing law enforcement cooperation to disrupt criminal networks, and facilitating the return of those with no right to remain in the UK. The Programme will adopt a systems-based design rooted in the UK's CONTEST/SOC "4Ps" framework (Prevent, Pursue, Protect, Prepare) to ensure a comprehensive response. Crucially, it treats migration as a (read more...)

Summary: The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) in the United Kingdom is in the planning phase for a service procurement titled "Protecting Communities II (ProCom II) EME". This tender falls under the industry category of foreign economic-aid-related services and is meant to strengthen security, justice, and migration management systems in Pakistan. The contract is expected to run from January 2027 to March 2030. A significant milestone is scheduled on the 20th of January 2026, when an Early Market Engagement event will take place, offering an opportunity for interested suppliers to participate and gain insight into the upcoming tender process. The project aligns with the UK's strategic objectives, specifically aiming to address irregular migration and enhance cooperation on serious and organised crime.

MHCLG Augmented Planning Decisions

Description: The Authority seeks to develop a planning tool that enables AI-augmented decision making for planning applications. The initial focus will be on householder developments (as defined in Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (England) Order 2015) with a view to expand into further application types within the 'other*' category (those not classified as Major or Minor) which represent 69% of all planning applications. *"Other applications" are: advertisements, change of use, householder developments, listed building consents and relevant demolition in a conservation area. Also available at "View PS2 data" and the drop down "Other" available at: https://app.powerbi.com/view?r=eyJrIjoiMDQ1MmRlMjEtMThlMy00MWIxLThmNTEtMzU4M2I5ODNmYTJlIiwidCI6ImJmMzQ2ODEwLTljN2QtNDNkZS1hODcyLTI0YTJlZjM5OTVhOCJ9 The objective is to dramatically reduce planning application processing times initially targeting a reduction from upwards of 8 weeks to circa 4 weeks, with a long-term vision of near-instant decisions for (read more...)

Summary: The procurement process titled "MHCLG Augmented Planning Decisions" is being managed by the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology, with the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government acting as the contracting authority. This tender seeks the development of a planning tool for AI-augmented decision-making, primarily targeting IT service providers capable in areas like consulting and software development. The project is valued at £10 million and aims to reduce planning application processing times. The procurement is at the Tender stage, with the deadline for submission set for 15th January 2026. The project involves an open, competitive flexible procedure under the Procurement Act 2023 with a two-stage process, and the successful supplier will engage in developing a prototype to be presented on "Demo Day" with the contract period expected to start 22nd January 2026 in London, UK.

S59 Ditch and Scrub Works

Description: National Peatland Action Programme Restoration of S.59 Else's Fields - Ditch and scrub works at Fenn's, Whixall and Bettisfield Mosses NNR

Summary: Natural England, a central government public authority, is seeking to procure services under the title "S59 Ditch and Scrub Works" in the framework of the National Peatland Action Programme. This procurement falls under the works industry category and involves scrub removal work. The project is to be carried out at Fenn's, Whixall, and Bettisfield Mosses NNR, located in the UK. The procurement method is open competition, below threshold, ensuring a broad range of potential suppliers can participate. Interested parties must submit their quotations by 14 January 2026 at 9 am, with the project commencing on 19 January 2026, concluding on 16 March 2026. The tender process is currently at the tender stage, and questions can be directed to the specified email contacts provided in the request for quotation (RFQ). The total value of the contract is GBP 25,000, set in an active procurement status.