Mobile Dental Inclusion and Outreach Services

Description: The Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICB would welcome bids for the delivery of dental treatment to patients who reside in a Hampshire or Isle of Wight postcode, have a valid exemption from paying for dental treatment or have a health inequality, which includes but not limited to: Clinically Vulnerable Care Home Resident Patients are unable to afford care Veterans/ Families of Armed forces personnel Asylum Seekers / Refugees Expectant and nursing mothers Homeless or are in the following cohorts who do not have a dentist, NHS or private: Children Those in need of urgent care either through referral from 111 or known to the service. The service will primarily use mobile dental units to deliver the service and several units will be required to deliver the annual (read more...)

Summary: The NHS Hampshire and the Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board is inviting tenders for "Mobile Dental Inclusion and Outreach Services". This procurement falls under the industry category "Dental practice and related services" and will be conducted through an open procedure. The procurement covers the region of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, UK and seeks to deliver dental treatment via mobile dental units to specific cohorts such as clinically vulnerable individuals, care home residents, veterans, asylum seekers, and those without a dentist. The tender process is currently at the "tender" stage, with an enquiry period ending on 23rd December 2025 and a submission deadline on 9th January 2026. The contract period commences on 1st August 2026 and could be extended for up to four years, subject to renewal options.

Request for Information (RFI) Advanced Penetration Testing and Forensic Analysis enquiry for Cyber Risk Assurance

Description: The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is seeking information from suppliers within the Defence Security Sector regarding their capability to perform advanced Penetration Testing, including forensic analysis, to support Cyber Risk Assurance for a capability currently being acquired.

Summary: The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is inviting submissions as part of a Request for Information (RFI) pertaining to advanced Penetration Testing and Forensic Analysis, aimed at augmenting Cyber Risk Assurance capabilities. This process, categorised under services in the Defence Security sector, is currently in the planning stage, with key market engagement happening on 17th December 2025. The project is rooted in Portsmouth, United Kingdom, with relevant legal specifications outlined in the UKPGA 2023/54 legislation. Businesses have until this date to submit their information for consideration.

RFI - Advanced Penetration Testing and Forensic Analysis enquiry for Cyber Risk Assurance

Description: The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is seeking information from suppliers within the Defence Security Sector regarding their capability to perform advanced Penetration Testing, including forensic analysis, to support Cyber Risk Assurance for a capability currently being acquired.

Summary: The Ministry of Defence has initiated a tender process advancing towards the procurement of specialised services in Cyber Risk Assurance. Titled "RFI - Advanced Penetration Testing and Forensic Analysis enquiry for Cyber Risk Assurance," this tender is active and encourages suppliers within the Defence Security Sector to showcase their capabilities. The procurement classification falls under services like information systems strategic review and planning, primarily targeted in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The tender is in its information request phase with a closing date of 17th December 2025, followed by a contract period set for 18th December 2025.

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION Mental Fitness Application

Description: The Royal Navy are seeking to explore the use of Mental Fitness (MF) applications or platforms to enable personnel to self-manage their anxiety, mood, emotions, thinking distortions, behaviours and motivation.

Summary: The Ministry of Defence is in the planning stage of a procurement process, titled "REQUEST FOR INFORMATION Mental Fitness Application." This initiative is focused on developing platforms for the Royal Navy that facilitate self-management of mental health aspects such as anxiety and mood. The procurement is classified under the services category, specifically targeting the information systems or technology strategic review services industry. The tender is located in Portsmouth, within the United Kingdom. Potential suppliers should note the key milestone due on 9th January 2026 for market engagement responses, with the contracted service period scheduled to start on 11th January 2026. Businesses should be aware that communication regarding future notices will be issued by 10th January 2026.

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION Mental Fitness Application

Description: The Royal Navy are seeking to explore the use of Mental Fitness (MF) applications or platforms to enable personnel to self-manage their anxiety, mood, emotions, thinking distortions, behaviours and motivation. This must include tailored cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT)-based programme of support. CBT-based tools to support individuals to develop skills and understanding in order to help themselves through mental fitness challenges and support them to recognise when they need to seek further support. Mental Fitness at all levels of the organisation sits within the Promote, Prevent, Educate, Recovery and Transition areas

Summary: The Ministry of Defence has issued a Request for Information (RFI) concerning a Mental Fitness Application, seeking innovative solutions to enhance the mental well-being of Royal Navy personnel. This procurement initiative, currently in the tender stage, aims to address anxiety, mood, emotions, and behaviours through tailored cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT)-based support programmes. The procurement is classified under information systems or technology strategic review and planning services, with a focus on preventive, educational, and recovery measures. Located in Portsmouth, England, the RFI invites interested parties to submit proposals by 9th January 2026, before transitioning to a contracting phase on 10th January 2026.

Home Based Care Services - Open Framework

Description: Portsmouth City Council ('the council') is inviting applications from suitably qualified suppliers to be admitted to an Open Framework to provide home-based care services, ordinarily in Portsmouth, but occasionally in the surrounding area. Domiciliary care services support people to remain living successfully in their own homes. The service will help maintain an individual in a reasonable manner of health, hygiene, safety and ease in their own home. The level and type of support service required will be determined in line with each individual's support plan. Support service packages will vary in size based on the individual needs and may range from minimal support up to highly specialised and complex needs. The framework agreement is targeted for commencement on 1st July 2026. The framework will operate for an initial (read more...)

Summary: Portsmouth City Council is currently in the tender stage for its Home Based Care Services - Open Framework, which aims to provide domiciliary care services primarily within Portsmouth but also occasionally in the surrounding areas. The procurement process, administered under a Competitive Flexible Procedure, is an opportunity for suppliers to join an open framework that is set to commence on 1st July 2026 and operate initially over 8 years. The framework is divided into three lots: Standard Home-Based Care, Complex Home-Based Care, and a Take a Break service. The procurement process involves a two-stage assessment including a series of pass/fail questions and quality evaluations to ensure suitable supplier selection. Key upcoming deadlines include a deadline for requests for clarification on 12th December 2025 and the tender return deadline for Stage 1 by 22nd December 2025. The procurement falls under the 'services' category and has a total estimated value of approximately £206 million over the contract duration. The process is managed through the Council's e-sourcing system InTend.

Multi collector Inductively Coupled Plasma Spectrometer MC-ICP MS

Description: The requirement is for a dual beam path MC_ICPMS Thermal Coupled Mass Spectrometer, The instrument will be used for high precision isotopic analysis of Hf, U-Pb, U series, Sr, Pb and Nd in geological samples. The system must support both dry plasma and laser ablation sample introduction methods. The system will be primarily used for geological and materials applications and will be coupled to our existing 193nm and femto-second laser systems. The instrument must feature: * A dual beam path allowing bypass of the collision cell when not required. * Daly detectors for wide dynamic range in mixed isotope systems. * Upgrade pathway for Fast ion counters for single-shot analysis when available. * 36 month manufacturer warranty included. Detailed Specification: 1. General Requirements * The instrument must be (read more...)

Summary: The University of Portsmouth is initiating a procurement process for a Multi Collector Inductively Coupled Plasma Spectrometer (MC-ICP MS). This tender falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, specifically suited for high precision isotopic analysis of geological samples. Located in Portsmouth, United Kingdom, the University is seeking to acquire this equipment to enhance its geological and materials research capabilities. As of 1st December 2025, the procurement is in the planning stage, with a deadline for engagement responses set for 14th December 2025. The procurement process will involve a thorough market engagement to select a suitable supplier by 5th January 2026, with the contract period anticipated to start on 6th January 2026 and end on 5th February 2029. The budget for this initiative ranges from £450,000 to £500,000 excluding VAT.

Multi collector Inductively Coupled Plasma Spectrometer MC-ICP MS

Description: The requirement is for a dual beam path MC_ICPMS Thermal Coupled Mass Spectrometer, The instrument will be used for high precision isotopic analysis of Hf, U-Pb, U series, Sr, Pb and Nd in geological samples. The system must support both dry plasma and laser ablation sample introduction methods. The system will be primarily used for geological and materials applications and will be coupled to our existing 193nm and femto-second laser systems. The instrument must feature: * A dual beam path allowing bypass of the collision cell when not required. * Daly detectors for wide dynamic range in mixed isotope systems. * Upgrade pathway for Fast ion counters for single-shot analysis when available. * 36 month manufacturer warranty included. Budget: PS450,000.00 to PS500,000.00 (ex. VAT). Offers for ex-demonstration or (read more...)

Summary: The University of Portsmouth is initiating a procurement process for a Multi Collector Inductively Coupled Plasma Spectrometer (MC-ICP MS). This tender falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, specifically suited for high precision isotopic analysis of geological samples. Located in Portsmouth, United Kingdom, the University is seeking to acquire this equipment to enhance its geological and materials research capabilities. As of 1st December 2025, the procurement is in the planning stage, with a deadline for engagement responses set for 14th December 2025. The procurement process will involve a thorough market engagement to select a suitable supplier by 5th January 2026, with the contract period anticipated to start on 6th January 2026 and end on 5th February 2029. The budget for this initiative ranges from £450,000 to £500,000 excluding VAT.

UHF MANET Radios

Description: The requirement is for purchase of an initial 2 UHF MANET radios by 31 March 2026, to develop CONOPS and experimentation setups among coastal forces and in shore-based support facilities. There will be the option for the Authority for purchase and delivery of up to 20 additional radios either by 31 March 2026 or up to 31 March 2028.

Summary: The Ministry of Defence is seeking the procurement of UHF MANET radios with an open procedure under UK legal framework 2023/54. The tender, titled "UHF MANET Radios," falls under the radio equipment industry category and is linked to the development of concepts of operations (CONOPS) and experimentation setups among coastal forces and shore-based installations. The procurement includes an initial purchase of two radios by 31 March 2026, with an option to acquire up to 20 additional units by either 31 March 2026 or 31 March 2028. The tender is currently in the active stage, with important deadlines such as the enquiry period ending on 11 December 2025 and the submission deadline on 2 January 2026. Located in Portsmouth, UK, the Ministry aims to reinforce its coastal defence capabilities through this procurement.

Primary Contractor Framework

Description: Portsmouth City Council (the 'Council') is undertaking this Pre Market Engagement (PME) exercise as part of the establishment of a Primary Contractor Framework. The framework will be used to undertake a range of multi-disciplinary project work, with contractors taking on the role of Principal Contractor to oversee and manage building work projects, primarily for Building Services within PCC with works generally being undertaken to the Council's portfolio of properties. The Council currently has a Primary Contractor Framework, that is due to expire on 31/07/2026. It is currently estimated that the new Primary Contractor Framework will have an approximate value of PS10m-PS20m per annum. It is anticipated that during the 4 year initial period of the framework PS60m spend will be through Portsmouth City Council properties. Additional headroom has (read more...)

Summary: Portsmouth City Council is in the planning stage of initiating a Pre Market Engagement (PME) for a Primary Contractor Framework in the building works category. The objective is to oversee and manage various multi-disciplinary project works primarily for building services within their diverse property portfolio located in and around Portsmouth, United Kingdom (region UKJ31). Important pre-engagement milestones include the PME Questionnaire Submission Deadline set for 19th December 2025. The council aims to finalise contractual agreements for the new framework by mid-July 2026, with the framework execution anticipated by late July 2026. It is valued at approximately £10 million to £20 million per annum, and the framework is expected to span four years starting from 31st July 2026, potentially extending by two additional years depending on conditions.