Provision of Track Panel Carrying Wagons

Description: This is a pre-market engagement exercise for the provision of track panel carrying wagons. Network Rail have established the need for additional wagons to deliver and recover infrastructure materials and track panels to/from renewal worksites. Network Rail intend to procure additional track panel carrying wagons (Osprey wagons) (approximately 80-130) for entry into service within 2 years, whilst the requirement for box wagons is expected to materialise within approximately 5-7 years.

Summary: Network Rail Infrastructure Limited is initiating a public procurement process for the "Provision of Track Panel Carrying Wagons" under the planning stage. This tender falls within the industry category of railway freight wagons and is aimed at the procurement of track panel carrying wagons and box wagons. Located in London, the procurement process begins with a pre-market engagement exercise planned to better understand the market's expertise. Interested parties are encouraged to participate by 12 January 2026, with the final contract period expected to start on 4 January 2027 and end on 3 January 2037. This effort aligns with specific legislation and is above threshold due to its utilities nature.

NDC Annual Survey

Description: We are seeking a research supplier that can conduct quantitative research with a nationally-representative sample of the general public, on their experience of using the National Digital Channels. The contract will be issued under the NHS Standard PO Terms and Conditions for the Provision of Services. The term of the agreement will be for 3 months. The approved budged is up to PS48,958 (excluding VAT).

Summary: NHS England has initiated an open procurement process titled "NDC Annual Survey," aimed at commissioning a research supplier to conduct quantitative research with a nationally-representative sample of the general public regarding their usage of National Digital Channels. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically related to health services, and uses NHS standard purchase order terms and conditions. The location of the buying organisation is Wellington House, London, UK, and the tender is currently active with the submission period closing on 12 December 2025, following the inquiry period ending on 10 December 2025. The contract duration is set from 19 December 2025 to 12 March 2026, with a budget approved up to £48,958 excluding VAT.

PME Thermal Vein Access Device

Description: This market engagement exercise focused on sourcing a limb-warming solution designed to promote vein dilation in patients with Difficult Venous Access (DVA), supporting successful peripheral intravenous cannulation. NHS Supply Chain have a mandate from the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) to drive the availability of innovative products to the NHS. NHS Supply Chain believe the product sourced by this contract (which is not covered by any of its current Framework Agreements) falls within this remit as a "disruptive" innovative product and has been identified to provide enhanced patient benefits specifically; Patient: Improves the ease and success rate of first-attempt peripheral intravenous cannulation, reducing the need for repeated attempts that can cause bruising, swelling, and discomfort. More serious complications from multiple cannulation attempts include hematoma formation, local (read more...)

Summary: The public procurement process initiated by Supply Chain Coordination Limited, a central government authority based in London, aims to source the PME Thermal Vein Access Device. This innovative limb-warming solution is intended for the medical sector, specifically targeting devices and instruments for infusion. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with significant engagement activities having occurred between August and September 2025. The framework agreement is slated to begin on 23rd June 2026 and conclude by 31st March 2027. Key dates include a future notice set for 9th February 2026. The procurement method involves a direct award procedure under the Procurement Act 2023, highlighting a focus on innovative product integration within NHS Supply Chain frameworks.

Pilot Active Bystander Training eLearning

Description: Active Bystander training is a mandatory requirement for clinicians to become an approved educator for Learners within the East of England as part of our commitment to quality learning environments. We are therefore looking to contract a provider for one year as a pilot with clear KPIs for evaluation and the option to extend for further 4 years on a yearly basis. (total 5 years)

Summary: The contracting authority, NHS England, is initiating the planning phase for a procurement titled "Pilot Active Bystander Training eLearning." This tender is focused on education and training, particularly in e-learning services, located within the East of England. The procurement method is open competition, designed for operations below the threshold and follows a light-touch regime. Interested parties should register and apply via the Atamis e-sourcing portal. Key dates to note include the enquiry period ending on 8 December 2025, with the tender period closing on 9 January 2026. The planned duration of the contract spans from 13 January 2026 to 12 January 2030, with potential extensions up to November 2030.

Accreditation of Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training

Description: NHS England seeks to commission accreditation services for the Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism. The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training is the standardised and preferred training for health and social care staff. It has been specifically developed for this purpose and is co-produced and co-delivered by approved trainers with lived experience of learning disability and autism, who are fairly compensated for their contributions. The accreditation scheme will provide quality assurance for the delivery of this training. The Oliver McGowan mandatory training is the Government's preferred training to support autism and learning disabilities within healthcare, resulting from lessons learnt from a series of systemic failing. The training is unique focusing on co-production and co-delivery with people with lived experience of learning disability and autism, reducing health (read more...)

Summary: NHS England is currently in the tender phase of a procurement process titled "Accreditation of Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training" within the education and training services industry. The project, primarily based in the United Kingdom, aims to establish an accreditation scheme for the Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism. This training is critical for health and social care staff and is co-produced and delivered by trainers with lived experience. The procurement is being conducted using an open procedure, and the tender documents are accessible via the Atamis e-sourcing portal. Key dates include an enquiry deadline on 19th December 2025, tender submission by 16th January 2026, and an award decision expected by 11th February 2026. The initial contract period is from 11th February 2026 to 31st March 2028, with a possible two-year extension.

Federated Data Platform (FDP) - Evaluation Partner

Description: This contract is for an Evaluation Partner for the Federated Data Platform (FDP). As a Government Major Projects Portfolio (GMPP), and given the scale and complexity of FDP, an evaluation of the project is a requirement. The Core deliverables for the Evaluation relate to understanding and demonstrating the impact the programme is having and will have in the future, discern if its objectives have been achieved, capture key learning and demonstrate value for money and accountability to its stakeholders.

Summary: NHS England is seeking an Evaluation Partner for its Federated Data Platform (FDP) under a tender process, which is categorised within research and development services and related consultancy services. Located in London, this procurement falls under the Government Major Projects Portfolio (GMPP) due to the scale and complexity of the project. The procurement stage is currently active with key activities including an enquiry period ending on 16th December 2025 and a tender period closing on 5th January 2026. The procurement method is an open procedure, encouraging a broad range of competition, and involves substantial funding with a contract value of £600,000. The tender prioritises delivering service specifications, price competitiveness, and social value.

General Practice Assistance Accredited Education Route 2026 - RFI

Description: Request For Information to collect info about a project to commission a partner to deliver General Practice Assistance Accredited Education Route 2026. To express interest, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome

Summary: The procurement process titled "General Practice Assistance Accredited Education Route 2026 - RFI" is initiated by NHS England, a central government public authority. This falls under the industry category of education and training services and is located in London, United Kingdom. Currently, the procurement is in the planning stage, and it involves a Request for Information regarding the commissioning of a partner to deliver this educational route. A key milestone includes a scheduled Request For Information with a deadline set for 14th December 2025. The projected contract period spans from 1st July 2026 to 30th June 2029, with potential extensions up until 30th June 2031. The procurement method will likely involve engaging through the Atamis e-sourcing portal.

Provision of Street Sweepings Treatment Services (2 Lots)

Description: Lancashire County Council is seeking tenders for the provision of Street Sweepings Treatment Services. The services will comprise the acceptance, weighing and Treatment of Street Sweepings arising from the Waste Collection Authority district areas and delivered to a Provider's Facility by the Waste Collection Authority, the Authority, and/or their transport contractor(s). The Treatment of Street Sweepings by the Provider shall ensure the Recovery of reusable materials (e.g. aggregates, organics) is maximised, ensuring any elements of waste residues to landfill is minimised. The requirements will be split into two lots: - Lot 1 - Street Sweepings delivered by the Lancashire County Council and/or its transport contractor; and - Lot 2 - Street Sweepings delivered by Waste Collection Authorities in East Lancashire Please see the tender documents for further information (read more...)

Summary: The latest procurement process initiated by Lancashire County Council, under the title "Provision of Street Sweepings Treatment Services (2 Lots)," is in the tender stage. This opportunity involves the treatment of street sweepings to ensure maximum recovery of reusable materials and minimisation of waste to landfill, covering regions such as Blackpool, Chorley, and East Lancashire. The open procedure allows for submission in English by 9th December 2025, with the award phase concluding on 5th January 2026. The contract, valued at approximately GBP 5.9 million net (GBP 7 million gross), is divided into two lots to facilitate targeted services throughout Lancashire. The procuring entity assisting in this tender is SOCIAL VALUE PORTAL LTD, who will support evaluation and ongoing contract management related to social value deliverables.

e-Rostering Support and Promotion of Flexible Working Better Practice

Description: This tender is part of a national programme to enhance rostering practices, including e-Rostering, positioning these as key enablers of greater workforce flexibility. This tender's scope is for Phase 1: Startup, to be delivered over2 months.

Summary: NHS England is initiating an open procurement process for "e-Rostering Support and Promotion of Flexible Working Better Practice," aimed at enhancing workforce flexibility through improved rostering practices. This tender falls under the services category and is aligned with staff training services, based in London, UK. The tender is at the active stage with submissions accepted electronically, below the threshold open competition. The enquiry period closes on 9th December 2025, with the tender period ending on 7th January 2026. The estimated contract value is £79,166.67, with the project slated to start on 2nd February 2026 and conclude by 31st March 2026.

Health Visitor Service (Midlands)

Description: NHS England are seeking a provider via the Most Suitable Provider process under the Health Care Services(Provider Selection Regime)Regulations 2023 to enhance the current Routine Childhood Immunisation uptake for 0-5 years.

In accordance with Regulation 10 of The Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023,NHS England (Midlands) (known hereafter as the Relevant Authority) is looking to award a contract under the Most Suitable Provider process as the Relevant Authority is able to identify the most suitable provider without running a competitive exercise, for the provision of Health Visitor Services.

This notice will be published for at least 14 days in line with best practice under the Provider Selection Regime 2023, allowing time for any enquiries to be considered. The notice will close 11th December 2025 at 16:00 hrs.

Summary: NHS England is seeking to award a contract under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, aimed at enhancing Routine Childhood Immunisation uptake for children aged 0-5 years in the Midlands region. The procurement process is in the planning stage, with a contract reference C402443 identified as part of a pathfinding pilot in Nottingham City and Sandwell. The contract, valued at £214,262 for a nine-month duration, will commence on 1st February 2026 and conclude on 31st October 2026, with potential extension subject to further funding. The deadline for expressions of interest is 11th December 2025. The procurement focuses on health services aimed at addressing low pre-school vaccination uptake in areas of high deprivation, with NHS England acting as the buyer.