Social Mobility Commission - Qualitative research understanding the experiences of young people who are NEET

Description: The Social Mobility Commission (SMC) monitors progress towards improving social mobility in the UK and promotes social mobility in England. It is an independent statutory body created by an Act of Parliament. The SMC is conducting qualitative research to understand the lived experiences of young people who are NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training), the factors that lead to them becoming and remaining NEET, and the barriers to effective support. This project aims to address key gaps in existing research, particularly the need for qualitative understanding of how complex, co-occurring, and compounding factors contribute to being NEET, and to examine this issue through a social mobility lens. The approach will be qualitative and phased, including a pilot in Blackpool with the potential to roll-out to two other (read more...)

Summary: The Social Mobility Commission, an independent statutory body part of central government in the UK, is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Social Mobility Commission - Qualitative research understanding the experiences of young people who are NEET." This initiative focuses on qualitative research to explore the experiences of young people who are Not in Education, Employment, or Training (NEET). The project includes a pilot study in Blackpool, and there is potential expansion to two additional locations in North East England and the West Midlands. The engagement phase is scheduled from 8th to 23rd December 2025, during which the Commission seeks expressions of interest and feasibility clarifications regarding the research. Any clarifications should be submitted by 19th December 2025, with expressions of interest due by 23rd December 2025.

Biodiversity Net Gain Units Procurement

Description: Defra intends to purchase Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) units of an indicative total value of PS500,000. The units must be one or more of the following types of Very High (VH) or High (H) Distinctiveness units, (as defined in The Statutory Biodiversity Metric user guide*): Blanket bog (VH) Fens (upland and lowland) (VH) Grassland - Lowland meadows (VH) Grassland - Upland Hay Meadows (VH) Woodland and forest - Wood pasture and parkland (VH) Grassland - Floodplain wetland mosaic (H) Grassland - Lowland calcareous (H) Grassland - Traditional Orchard (H) Lowland heathland (H) Ponds (Priority) (H) Woodland and forest - Lowland mixed deciduous (H) Woodland and forest - Wet woodland (H) Upland heath (H) Other BNG unit types are not eligible. Units must be supplied from a single registered (read more...)

Summary: The Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) is planning a procurement related to the purchase of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) units. This tender process is categorised under environmental services, indicating a focus on habitat enhancement. The procurement method is open procedure, suitable for a wide range of suppliers. Located in London, Defra aims to acquire units with a focus on very high or high distinctiveness from registered gain sites across England, ensuring quality and legal security for 30 years. Key dates for this procurement include the end of the tender period on 30th January 2026 and the award announcement by 20th February 2026. The anticipated contract will start on 1st March 2026 and conclude by 31st March 2026, with award notifications on 5th January 2026.

Biodiversity Net Gain Units Procurement

Description: Defra intends to purchase Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) units of an indicative total value of PS500,000. The units must be one or more of the following types of Very High (VH) or High (H) Distinctiveness units, (as defined in The Statutory Biodiversity Metric user guide*): Blanket bog (VH) Fens (upland and lowland) (VH) Grassland - Lowland meadows (VH) Grassland - Upland Hay Meadows (VH) Woodland and forest - Wood pasture and parkland (VH) Grassland - Floodplain wetland mosaic (H) Grassland - Lowland calcareous (H) Grassland - Traditional Orchard (H) Lowland heathland (H) Ponds (Priority) (H) Woodland and forest - Lowland mixed deciduous (H) Woodland and forest - Wet woodland (H) Upland heath (H) Other BNG unit types are not eligible. Units must be supplied from a single registered (read more...)

Summary: The Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) is planning a procurement related to the purchase of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) units. This tender process is categorised under environmental services, indicating a focus on habitat enhancement. The procurement method is open procedure, suitable for a wide range of suppliers. Located in London, Defra aims to acquire units with a focus on very high or high distinctiveness from registered gain sites across England, ensuring quality and legal security for 30 years. Key dates for this procurement include the end of the tender period on 30th January 2026 and the award announcement by 20th February 2026. The anticipated contract will start on 1st March 2026 and conclude by 31st March 2026, with award notifications on 5th January 2026.

BLC0225 Emergency Services Fleet Management Systems

Description: National Framework for Emergency Services Fleet Management Systems

Summary: The procurement process led by Bluelight Commercial Limited, a sub-central government public authority, focuses on a National Framework for Emergency Services Fleet Management Systems under the industry categories of industry-specific software packages and vehicle-fleet management services. The contract location is in London, United Kingdom, with the buyer headquartered at Lower Ground 5-8 The Sanctuary, London, SW1P 3JS. Currently in the planning stage, the procurement invites businesses to engage in one-on-one meetings scheduled for 14th, 15th, and 16th January 2026. Interested parties must register and express interest by 9th January 2026. A future notice date is set for 28th February 2026.

BLC0225 Emergency Services Fleet Management Systems

Description: National Framework for Emergency Services Fleet Management Systems

Summary: The procurement process led by Bluelight Commercial Limited, a sub-central government public authority, focuses on a National Framework for Emergency Services Fleet Management Systems under the industry categories of industry-specific software packages and vehicle-fleet management services. The contract location is in London, United Kingdom, with the buyer headquartered at Lower Ground 5-8 The Sanctuary, London, SW1P 3JS. Currently in the planning stage, the procurement invites businesses to engage in one-on-one meetings scheduled for 14th, 15th, and 16th January 2026. Interested parties must register and express interest by 9th January 2026. A future notice date is set for 28th February 2026.

Software Communications Tool Request for Information

Description: APHA is seeking software solutions to enhance staff communication and soft skills. Our diverse workforce--including inspectors, scientists, and customer service teams--regularly interacts with stakeholders such as farmers and livestock keepers, where clear and empathetic communication is vital. We aim to procure tools that allow staff to practice real-life scenarios, identify early signs of escalation, and apply effective strategies to manage challenging interactions. This investment will help us build confidence, strengthen relationships, and deliver exceptional customer service. Please see attached the Request for Information. If you have any access issues, please email me: izabella.roberts@defra.gov.uk Please note that the contract start and end dates are just indicative.

Summary: The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), a central government public authority, has initiated a procurement process for a Software Communications Tool, aiming to enhance communication and soft skills among its diverse workforce. Located in London, UK, the agency is currently in the planning stage of procurement, with the procurement classified under "Software package and information systems." The project targets improving interactions involving inspectors, scientists, and customer service teams, particularly with external stakeholders such as farmers and livestock keepers. The preliminary market engagement notice was published on 5th December 2025, and interested parties are encouraged to submit information requests by 19th January 2026.

Diagnostic test for Mammalian TB

Description: The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) is seeking to identify existing and potential manufacturers and/or suppliers of field-deployable diagnostic tests for mammalian tuberculosis, including those with products currently under development or those willing to collaborate with APHA to create such solutions. Information is required (detailed in the 'Engagement' section below) on the development status of mammalian diagnostic tests that could become available for use in 2026 or 2027. This market intelligence will support the strategy for controlling mammalian tuberculosis (particularly in badgers), improve understanding of TB epidemiology in wildlife reservoirs, and assess potential transmission risks to livestock. At this stage, APHA is gathering market intelligence only; therefore, estimated volumes and a contract value are not provided.

Summary: The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), a central government public authority, is in the planning stage of a procurement process aiming to gather information on diagnostic tests for mammalian tuberculosis. This process is part of the agency's strategy to control TB particularly in badgers, enhance understanding of TB in wildlife, and assess risks to livestock. Interested parties are invited to submit relevant details by 30th January 2026, contributing insights into products under development, technological aspects, and potential deployment methods. Located at Seacole Building, London, APHA is gathering market intelligence until September 2026, with future contract commencement scheduled from April 2027 covering the period until March 2030.

DHSC: G&PH: Local Authority Public Health Peer Review and External Support

Description: The Department of Health and Social Care seeks Invitation to Tender for Local Authority Public Health Peer Review and External Support. Local government have a key role in delivering the goals of the 10 Year Health Plan, Health and Growth Missions and shifting the focus from hospital to community and from sickness to prevention to build an NHS fit for the future. The Authority's regional public health teams regularly support LAs (Local Authorities) to help them deliver their public health (PH) responsibilities. From 2026-27 onwards, the existing support offer will be replaced by a new public health support and improvement package to promote a better return on investment from over PS4 billion of LA Public Health Grant (PH Grant) funding. This improvement package will maximise public health benefits (read more...)

Summary: The Department of Health & Social Care is seeking proposals for the Local Authority Public Health Peer Review and External Support initiative, aimed at improving public health delivery across the UK. This process, falling under the services category, involves open procurement with a competitive flexible procedure, utilising a two-stage approach. The tender, valued at £7,860,000 excluding VAT, is currently in the Tender stage following updates on the contract value. Key dates include the submission deadline on 16 January 2026 and an enquiry period ending 6 January 2026. The contract period runs from 1 April 2026 through 31 March 2029, with potential extensions subject to funding approval. The focus lies on shifting health services from hospital care to community-based prevention in alignment with the government’s 10-Year Health Plan.

Enhancing Private Investment for Climate (EPIC)

Description: Tackling climate change and nature loss internationally is in our national interest. The UK has a long track record of delivering impact and value for money through our International Climate Finance. Public finance can play a catalysing role in mobilising international private investment into emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs) to meet the current and future needs on climate, nature and development. The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) is considering options to directly engage international private financiers appraising investments in EMDEs, and options to provide bespoke financial instruments to efficiently mobilise significant volumes of private climate finance. DESNZ will hold a preliminary market engagement session on Thursday 13 November 2025 between 12pm and 1.30pm to test the mandate and delivery routes and to enable due (read more...)

Summary: The procurement process "Enhancing Private Investment for Climate (EPIC)" is being spearheaded by the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero. The project, focused on foreign economic-aid-related services, aims to address climate change and nature loss on an international scale. It is currently in the planning stage, with a preliminary market engagement session conducted on 13 November 2025. The buyer is centrally located in London, at 55 Whitehall, UK. Prospective bidders should take note of the session's feedback deadline, which concluded on 28 November 2025. The contract, valued at £100 million, is set to commence on 1 October 2026 and conclude by 31 December 2032.

Enhancing Private Investment for Climate (EPIC)

Description: Tackling climate change and nature loss internationally is in our national interest. The UK has a long track record of delivering impact and value for money through our International Climate Finance. Public finance can play a catalysing role in mobilising international private investment into emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs) to meet the current and future needs on climate, nature and development. The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) is considering options to directly engage international private financiers appraising investments in EMDEs, and options to provide bespoke financial instruments to efficiently mobilise significant volumes of private climate finance. DESNZ will hold a preliminary market engagement session on Thursday 13 November 2025 between 12pm and 1.30pm to test the mandate and delivery routes and to enable due (read more...)

Summary: The procurement process "Enhancing Private Investment for Climate (EPIC)" is being spearheaded by the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero. The project, focused on foreign economic-aid-related services, aims to address climate change and nature loss on an international scale. It is currently in the planning stage, with a preliminary market engagement session conducted on 13 November 2025. The buyer is centrally located in London, at 55 Whitehall, UK. Prospective bidders should take note of the session's feedback deadline, which concluded on 28 November 2025. The contract, valued at £100 million, is set to commence on 1 October 2026 and conclude by 31 December 2032.