AI Technology Solutions for Public Realm Challenges

Description: Connected Places Catapult (CPC) is a UK innovation accelerator for cities/transport, helping public bodies use innovation for better living/working/travel, and its initiative, the Innovation Procurement Empowerment Centre (IPEC), provides practical support, expert guidance and shared learning to overcome procurement barriers and bring innovation into the public sector. Councils are increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI) to improve public services through innovative solutions. This work supports broader council objectives to enhance service delivery and address anti-social behaviour, while maximising value for residents. This notification seeks to explore the potential impact of AI in the public realm for local authorities. The aim is to assess market maturity, identify available solutions, and develop a procurement strategy for trials and recommendations to councils. Purpose of Engagement IPEC are leading this pre-market engagement exercise (read more...)

Summary: The contract titled "AI Technology Solutions for Public Realm Challenges" is in the planning stage, initiated by Connected Places Catapult, a public undertaking based in London, UK. The industry category includes services such as video-surveillance, traffic-control equipment, and IT services, among others. A preliminary market engagement is scheduled, with interested parties invited to express their interest by 20 February 2026. This engagement session aims to assess the market readiness for AI applications in local governance and public services. The procurement process is open to potential suppliers, and a Market Engagement Workshop will follow after 23 February 2026 to further discuss the scope of proposed trials and market availability.

PME - Civil Parking, Traffic and Environmental Enforcement IT System - Managed Service

Description: The City of London Corporation is preparing for the forthcoming expiry of its existing parking back-office system contract. To support responsible planning for the next procurement, the City is conducting a preliminary market engagement exercise. The purpose of this early engagement is to gather insight from the market on current solutions, delivery models and emerging capabilities within the parking notice-processing and permit-management sector. This will help the City shape its future requirements, understand the range of viable options, and ensure that any future procurement documents accurately reflect what the market can reasonably provide.

Summary: The City of London Corporation is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for a new Civil Parking, Traffic and Environmental Enforcement IT System Managed Service. This initiative follows the impending expiration of the existing parking back-office system contract. The procurement is spearheaded by The Mayor and Commonalty and Citizens of the City of London, with oversight under the legal framework stipulated by UKPGA 2023/54. As part of this process, a preliminary market engagement is scheduled, inviting suppliers to participate in a questionnaire aimed at informing the City’s future requirements and procurement strategy. The engagement covers various aspects of parking back-office systems, with responses due by 9th February 2026, and future procurement notices expected from 14th April 2026.

DPS Training 20/01/2026

Description: DPS Training

Summary: The procurement process for "DPS Training 20/01/2026" is initiated by LCP, a regional authority in London, United Kingdom, specialising in architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services. The tender is currently in the active stage, with a selective procurement method under a restricted procedure. The tender period ends on 26th January 2026. The contract, valued at £400,000, covers services in the UKI region, with a contract period from 13th March 2026 to 12th June 2026. Proposals can be submitted electronically, and variant bids are allowed.

CA17020 - 6405/27 - North Central London Integrated Care System (ICS) - Request for Information (RFI): Exploring Strategic IM&T Reseller Partnerships

Description: The North Central London Integrated Care System (ICS) comprises several NHS Trusts, each currently managing elements of IM&T procurement independently through various resellers. This decentralised approach has led to variation in procurement practices, product selections, and service levels. The ICS is exploring the potential benefits of a more coordinated procurement strategy, potentially through a strategic partnership with one or more IM&T resellers. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17020. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17020 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Summary: The procurement process titled "CA17020 - 6405/27 - North Central London Integrated Care System (ICS) - Request for Information (RFI): Exploring Strategic IM&T Reseller Partnerships" is currently in the planning stage. Managed by the Partners Procurement Service (PPS), this initiative is aimed at the Information Technology services sector under the CPV code 72222300. The process is focused on exploring strategic partnerships with IM&T resellers to streamline procurement practices across several NHS Trusts within the North Central London Integrated Care System. The buyer, PPS, is situated in London, England, with further involvement extending across the UK and other regions such as the Channel Islands and Europe. Key dates include a milestone closing on 16 April 2026 for engagement activities.

National Neonatal Audit Programme

Description: The contract will initially be delivered for NHS-funded care in England, Wales, Scotland and the Isle of Man for a period of 3 years, at a maximum total budget of up to PS1,233,000 GBP including VAT, PS1,027,500 GBP excluding VAT. Bids exceeding this limit will be rejected. There is potential to extend the contract for up to two additional years. All pricing submissions must be in regard to this 'core' value, and not inclusive of any extension costs or aspirational intent costs, i.e. Please only submit a cost schedule up to the maximum core value of PS1,233,000 GBP including VAT, PS1,027,500 GBP excluding VAT. The maximum budget 'core' value is PS1,233,000 GBP including VAT, PS1,027,500 GBP excluding VAT excludes the potential two year extension and aspirational intent as (read more...)

Summary: The Healthcare Quality Improvement Partnership Ltd, located in London, is inviting bids for the "National Neonatal Audit Programme" under an open procedure. This procurement process falls under the health and social work services category. The contract, which involves NHS-funded care across England, Wales, Scotland, and the Isle of Man, is valued up to £1,233,000 GBP including VAT, with possible extensions increasing the ceiling to £8,069,908 GBP. The tender stage began on 15th January 2026, with the submission deadline set for 16th February 2026. Interested parties may submit their proposals electronically in English by the given deadline.

Barbican Windows & Roof Repairs - Design Consultant

Description: The Barbican Estate was designed by architects Chamberlin, Powell and Bon and was constructed between 1965 and 1976 and consists of over 2000 flats in 21 Blocks. The predominant typologies of the Estate are Tower blocks, terraced blocks and Crescent. The construction of the blocks is predominantly concrete with hardwood windows. The estate was listed in 2001. All repairs must comply with the Barbican Listed Building Management Guidelines. It is intended that the commission for a design consultant which will be split into two projects with the overall goal of ensuring that the properties are waterproof for twenty years following completion of the works. One project will be for window repairs across all top floor properties on the Estate undertaken in one phase, and the other will be (read more...)

Summary: The Mayor and Commonalty and Citizens of the City of London have initiated a public procurement process for the project titled "Barbican Windows & Roof Repairs – Design Consultant." This procurement falls under the 'Architectural design services' category, and is located in the City of London, UK. As of January 2026, the tender is at the planning stage and involves a process of preliminary market engagement to source a design consultant. The intended works involve vital repairs to the Barbican Estate, a listed building comprising significant roof and window repairs. The deadline for submitting the Preliminary Market Engagement document is set for 29 January 2026.

Dockless E Bike Contract

Description: The Council wants to procure up to two dockless cycle hire operators (together "the Service Providers") who are capable of deploying a total of 3,500 dockless e-bikes in the borough-wide network of designated cycle hire bays.

Summary: The London Borough of Haringey is actively seeking to engage service providers through a tender titled "Dockless E Bike Contract." This procurement process, currently in the tender stage, invites proposals for deploying 3,500 dockless e-bikes across designated cycle hire bays throughout the borough. Falling under the industry category of road transport services, the project is valued at £720,000. This open procedure mandates that tenders be submitted electronically via the procurement portal by 9th February 2026, with the contract award anticipated by 30th March 2026. Successful suppliers will commence services from 1st April 2026, with the possibility of contract extensions in subsequent years.

Stacey Street Supported Accommodation

Description: This contract is for the provision of support at Stacey Street which is a supported accommodation for 30 people experiencing homelessness. The service accommodates 30 people who have co-occurring support needs and have experienced rough sleeping or other forms of homelessness. The service is deemed high support requiring the appropriate level of support to safely support the residents, staff and visitors to the service. The service provider must be trauma informed and be able to adopt a psychologically informed environment for both the residents and the staff. The support offered must be gender informed and delivered in partnership with other services.

Summary: The public procurement process by Islington Council is focused on securing a provider for the "Stacey Street Supported Accommodation" project, classified under "Social work services with accommodation" in the industry category. The procurement is currently in the planning stage with an online market engagement event scheduled for 28 January 2026. This contract aims to support 30 individuals experiencing homelessness and requires delivery of services informed by trauma and psychology, with a focus on gender considerations. The total value of the contract is £5.4 million, and the services must commence from 20 June 2026, lasting until 19 June 2028, with potential for extensions until 2032. Interested parties are advised to register via the London Tenders Portal before the engagement event.

External Audit Services

Description: Southern Housing are seeking to procure External Audit Services to undertake an independent audit of Southern Housing and its related subsidiaries to be carried out in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (UK) (ISAs (UK)). Southern Housing published a Preliminary Market Engagement notice related to this procurement (Ref 2025/S 000-075860 on 20 November 2025 and have undertaken Preliminary Market Engagement which has included: a) submission of questionnaire responses b) use of the questionnaire responses to understand the market, capability and inform the procurement strategy Please note the estimated contract value stated excludes inflation. The contract will be for a maximum term of 5 years and will be subject to the annual re-appointment of the external auditors by the Southern Housing Board. The Client is targeting the following strategic (read more...)

Summary: The Southern Housing Group has initiated a public procurement process for External Audit Services, valued at approximately £5,000,000 GBP. The process is currently at the tender stage, with submissions due by 23rd February 2026. Southern Housing, a substantial entity within the sub-central government sector, manages over 80,000 homes across London, the South East, Midlands, and the Isle of Wight. Operating from their headquarters in London, the organisation seeks to procure auditing services to ensure compliance with International Standards on Auditing (UK). The open procedure will evaluate bids primarily on quality and price, as specified in the invitation to tender. The resulting contract, commencing in October 2026, will extend over a period of up to five years, pending annual reappointments. Interested firms must access the tender documents electronically, with an inquiry period available until 16th February 2026.

Market Engagement - Bespoke Supported Living Service

Description: Preliminary market engagement The adult social care vision for Islington is to be a place made up of strong, inclusive, and connected communities, where regardless of background, people have fair and equal access to adult social care support that enables residents to live healthy fulfilling and independent lives. Islington Council is seeking to engage with providers capable of delivering a bespoke accommodation and support service to meet the needs of a resident with a learning disability, autism, and complex behaviour and support needs. The resident currently lives outside of Islington, without direct public transport options to facilitate family visits. The council is looking at options for the resident to move closer to Islington. The provider will need to have access to a suitable property where the resident could (read more...)

Summary: Islington Council is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process titled "Market Engagement - Bespoke Supported Living Service." This initiative falls under the health and social work services industry category and is focused on providing a bespoke accommodation and support service for a resident with a learning disability, autism, and complex behavioural support needs. The procurement location is centred in London, UK, with a particular interest in properties within Islington or neighbouring boroughs with good transport links. The council is engaging the market to find potential providers and requests that interested parties submit details about suitable properties by 27 February 2026. This market engagement will help determine the capacity of providers to deliver this service.