The Omega Centre Special Education Needs School Refurbishment - Preliminary Market Engagement

Description: Portsmouth City Council (The 'Council') are seeking assistance from the market to understand the market's interest, capacity and capability, with a view to developing the procurement strategy and tender documentation to meet needs, objectives, statutory obligations and best value duties for the procurement of a Contractor to refurbish & extend the existing Omega Arts Centre, Portsmouth, to create a school for children & young people with special needs. This proposed project will provide up to 76 places for young people with severe autism & learning difficulties. Estimated value of construction contract is PS7,500,000. Work to commence on site October 2026, with completion March 2028. Proposed Contract Terms is JCT Standard Building Contract with Contractor's Design. The project's scope of works includes; - Refurbishment of the two of the (read more...)

Summary: Portsmouth City Council is currently in the planning stage of the procurement process for the refurbishment and extension of the Omega Arts Centre into a Special Education Needs School. This project, located in Portsmouth, aims to provide educational facilities for children and young people with severe autism and learning difficulties. Key dates include the release of the Tender Notice on 27th February 2026, with the project expected to commence in October 2026 and complete by March 2028. The procurement will use the Competitive Flexible Procedure, inviting shortlisted contractors to tender following an initial Conditions of Participation stage. The contract, valued at approximately £7.5 million, will be governed by the JCT Standard Building Contract with Contractor's Design. Suppliers interested in this opportunity can engage in the preliminary market engagement process, with the deadline for questionnaire submissions set for 30th January 2026.

Retaining Wall Refurbishment Works

Description: Retaining wall refurbishment works at Cheping Gardens & Mortimer Road, Botley, Southampton.

Summary: VIVID Housing Ltd, a sub-central government public authority, is inviting tenders for refurbishment works on retaining walls at Cheping Gardens & Mortimer Road in Botley, Southampton. This procurement falls under the construction industry category and is identified by the CPV code 45000000. The process is currently in the tender stage and is active under an open procedure, allowing competition below the threshold. The tender submission deadline is 4th February 2026, with the enquiry period closing on 28th January 2026. The expected contract duration is from 2nd April 2026 to 28th August 2026, and the project's total estimated value is £673,200 gross.

Avalon House Refurbishment & Extension Works - Scrutton Street, London

Description: Portsmouth City Council - the 'Council' - is inviting applications from suitably qualified & experienced contractors to take part in a procurement process which a contract which will award a contract for the refurbishment and extension of an existing office building at 57-63 Scrutton Street, London EC2A, delivering high-quality Cat A workspace with improved amenity and sustainability performance. The property is situated on Scrutton Street, Hackney, within the Shoreditch commercial district. The site is fully built-out, with party-wall boundaries to both sides and constrained logistics typical of central London projects. Neighbour access and coordination will be required for facade and roof-level works. The works comprise: * Comprehensive refurbishment of existing structure and services. * One-storey rooftop extension to create additional office accommodation and an accessible terrace. * Basement (read more...)

Summary: Portsmouth City Council is overseeing a procurement process to award a contract for the refurbishment and extension of Avalon House located at 57-63 Scrutton Street, London, within the Shoreditch commercial district. The project aims to offer high-quality Cat A workspace ensuring improved sustainability performance, adhering to BREEAM Excellent standards. The procurement initiative is at the tender stage with the Competitive Flexible Procedure being utilised under the Procurement Act 23. Key target dates include the submission deadline for the 1st stage by 6th February 2026 and the planned contract award by 4th September 2026. The project has an estimated value of £8.9M (excluding VAT), with work expected to commence in December 2026 and complete in November 2027, followed by a 12-month defects liability period.

Mass Participation Running Event - Pre Market Engagement

Description: Portsmouth City Council is undertaking Pre-Market Engagement (PME) for a Mass Participation Running Event to explore options for continuing a flagship sporting occasion in the city. Historically, this event has been delivered as part of the Great South Run, which is one of Europe's most popular mass participation races. The Great South Run has been held annually in Portsmouth since 1990 and typically takes place in mid-October. It is a 10-mile (16.09 km) road race, offering an intermediate distance between a 10K and a half marathon. The event attracts thousands of runners and spectators each year, with recent editions welcoming over 20,000 participants across the main race and associated events such as the 5K, Junior, and Mini runs. The route showcases Portsmouth's iconic landmarks, including Southsea Seafront and (read more...)

Summary: Portsmouth City Council is conducting a Pre-Market Engagement (PME) for a mass participation running event, aiming to continue a prominent sporting event traditionally held as part of the Great South Run. This engagement process, currently in the planning stage, seeks to explore market interest and refine procurement strategies for organising this major sporting event, known for attracting over 20,000 participants annually. The Council’s initiative is categorised under services within the sports facilities operation sector and covers regions UKJ31 and UKJ35 in the United Kingdom. Prospective suppliers are invited to participate in one-on-one meetings scheduled between 6th and 15th January 2026 to express interest and showcase their capability to deliver this event. The overall procurement process will adhere to the guidelines of the Public Procurement Act 2023, with the contract expected to start on 25th January 2027.

Building Safety - Higher Risk Building Framework

Description: Portsmouth City Council (The 'Council') have published this Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) Notice to inform and engage with the market regarding the establishment of a Framework to provide building safety projects for several higher risk residential buildings within the Portsmouth area. The feedback gained from appropriately qualified & experienced contractors, or contractors that are not yet qualified & experienced but can evidence relevant business development activities will be used to inform the strategy to secure contractors to undertake subsequent building safety remedial projects on multiple higher risk residential buildings within the Council's possession. It is envisaged that the procurement will commence in April 2026 to allow for award in August 2026 ahead of the commencement of the first project on site in May 2027. The Council is considering (read more...)

Summary: Portsmouth City Council is in the planning stage for establishing a framework to address building safety projects in several higher risk residential buildings in and around the Portsmouth area. This initiative involves a series of preliminary market engagements commencing with a hybrid briefing event scheduled for 16th January 2026. The framework is expected to commence the procurement process in April 2026 with potential award in August 2026, ahead of project initiation in May 2027. Interested parties should note the key date of 15th January 2026 to confirm attendance for the briefing. This procurement opportunity, primarily in the works category, focuses on high complexity building projects, such as the installation of fire safety systems and structural modifications, with an anticipated framework duration of up to 6 years and a projected value of £85 million.

CMF Alumni Network Platform

Description: The requirement is for a professional, web-based alumni platform to create and facilitate a one-stop shop providing a managed alumni service for the Combined Maritime Forces.

Summary: The Ministry of Defence is seeking to procure a professional, web-based alumni platform titled "CMF Alumni Network Platform" to support the Combined Maritime Forces. This tender, with an industry focus on software supply services, is set in Portsmouth, United Kingdom. The procurement process is in the tender stage, utilizing an open procedure method. Important dates to note include the submission deadline for tenders set for 23rd January 2026, and the enquiry period ending on 12th January 2026. The contract is valued at £300,000 gross and has the potential to extend the contract period up to 2030.

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION Novel Approaches to Decorative Ships' Crests and Badges

Description: REQUEST FOR INFORMATION Novel Approaches to Decorative Ships' Crests and Badges - RFI

Summary: The Ministry of Defence, located in Portsmouth at WHALE ISLAND, has initiated a tender process for "REQUEST FOR INFORMATION Novel Approaches to Decorative Ships’ Crests and Badges." This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically textile badges, and seeks innovative solutions for decorative crests and badges for ships. The current stage is planning, with important milestones including engagement, scheduled to conclude by 30 January 2026. Queries for clarification must be submitted by 14 January 2026. This platform offers businesses in the UK, particularly those near Portsmouth in the UKJ31 region, an opportunity to engage with central government procurement, expanding their reach into public contracts.

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION Novel Approaches to Decorative Ships' Crests and Badges

Description: For full details please see the attachment. Closing date for clarification questions (CQs) is 14/01/2026. Please send CQs and RFI responses to navycomrcl-rfi@mod.gov.uk

Summary: The procurement process is spearheaded by the Ministry of Defence, located in Portsmouth, England, and concerns the "REQUEST FOR INFORMATION Novel Approaches to Decorative Ships' Crests and Badges." This tender is specifically focused on textile badges, classified under CPV code 39561132. The initiative falls under the goods category and covers the South East region of the United Kingdom. Currently in the tender stage, potential bidders are invited to submit clarification questions by 14 January 2026, with the final tender submission deadline set for 30 January 2026. The contract period is scheduled to start and end on 31 January 2026. The procurement method in use is identified as "Other - N/A - RFI only."

Portsmouth Advice Service

Description: Portsmouth City Council (the council) are looking to engage with providers who can deliver an open access social welfare advice service for adults in Portsmouth. This service will provide specialist and generalist advice to improve outcomes and maximise use of resources for all people living or working within the boundaries of the city, and for Portsmouth City Council tenants living in Havant. As part of this consultation document there is a questionnaire for providers to complete which will help us in deciding our future commissioning models. We welcome any feedback from interested parties. Providers are encouraged to complete as many of the questions within the questionnaire as possible. The existing service provides expert advice on housing, welfare benefits, debt, income maximisation, employment rights, general family issues, and consumer (read more...)

Summary: Portsmouth City Council is initiating the procurement process for the Portsmouth Advice Service, a social welfare advice service aimed at adults in Portsmouth and tenants living in Havant. The procurement is currently in the planning stage with preliminary market engagement underway. Business users should note that the council is seeking to engage providers who can deliver open access advice services, covering areas such as housing, welfare benefits, employment rights, and more. Interested providers are encouraged to complete a questionnaire, available via the Intend Portal, by the deadline of 11th January 2026. This initiative aims to refine service outcomes and maximise resource use for residents. The contract is set to begin on 1st November 2026, running until 31st October 2031, under the category of services in the welfare sector.

Replacement of Roofs to 4 Appartment blocks in Gosport

Description: Replacement of Roofs and associated works to 4nr Appartment blocks in Gosport

Summary: VIVID Housing Ltd, a sub-central government public authority, is seeking contractors for the replacement of roofs and associated works for four apartment blocks located in Gosport. This tender falls under the construction industry category with a gross budget of £2.4 million. The procurement is at the tender stage, open for competition until the closing date of 30th January 2026, with final enquiries accepted until 23rd January 2026. The project will commence on 1st April 2026, concluding by 31st December 2026.