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.

Automated Library Synthesis System

Description: The University of Portsmouth is looking for an automated library synthesis system to support current and future research projects in the School of Medicine, Pharmacy and Biomedical Science. The equipment will be used in research and teaching across the school in areas such as vaccine development, gene therapy, lipid nanoparticle research, drug formulation screening and process optimisation for manufacturing. We are looking to purchase an automated microfluidic platform designed for high-throughput screening and optimisation of nanoparticle formulations. It should enable users to run large numbers of experiments within a single workflow while tightly controlling formulation and process parameters, using minimal reagent volumes and incorporating automated cleaning to avoid cross-contamination. The system should combine programmable pumping, robotic liquid handling, interchangeable microfluidic mixing devices and integrated software for experimental design (read more...)

Summary: The University of Portsmouth is currently in the planning stage of procuring an "Automated Library Synthesis System" specifically for its School of Medicine, Pharmacy and Biomedical Science. This procurement falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment, focusing on goods above the threshold. The system is intended to support research areas such as vaccine development, gene therapy, and nanoparticle research. The location for this procurement is Portsmouth, UK, with a significant gross value of £260,000. The initial phase involves market engagement to gather information until 18th December 2025, without any commitment to a competitive process at this stage. The procurement is set under the legal framework specified by the UK Public Procurement Law 2023/54, with communication for future notices anticipated by 1st April 2026. Delivery and installation are expected to begin on 1st June 2026, with the contract running until 31st May 2031.

TARGETED SHORT BREAKS AND SPECIALIST PLAYSCHEME SERVICES - PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL 2026

Description: Portsmouth City Council ('The Council') is seeking to commission a range of services, which will provide Specialist Holiday Playschemes and Targeted Short Breaks services for children and/or young people (CYP) with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) within the city. The services will provide support for children and young people with complex health needs, as well as their families and/or carers, to ensure that the council meets its statutory duties and functions in this area by aiming to provide enjoyable, safe and inclusive opportunities to children and young people whilst offering families and carers valuable respite. To ensure flexibility and meet the diverse needs of children and young people in the city, the service may be split into three distinct lots, however, this is largely dependent on provider (read more...)

Summary: Portsmouth City Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process aimed at commissioning services titled "TARGETED SHORT BREAKS AND SPECIALIST PLAYSCHEME SERVICES - PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL 2026." This initiative, due for market consultation by 31st December 2025, pertains to the sector of Social work services and is designed to provide support for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) residing in Portsmouth. The services are planned to commence on 1st July 2026 and will be delivered within post-code boundaries PO1 to PO6, aligning with the relevant statutory duties. The procurement exercise will adopt the Open Procedure method according to the Procurement Act 2023, with the value initially anticipated at £2,745,000 over a three-year period. Interested suppliers should engage with initial market engagement and register via the Council's E-tendering platform, In-tend, by the due date, enhancing their chances of accessing detailed tender documents released in January 2026.

Agile Next - RN Agility Programme

Description: Delivery of Agile Training to the Navy

Summary: The Ministry of Defence (MoD), a central government public authority, is in the planning stage for the Agile Next - RN Agility Programme. This procurement process focuses on delivering agile training services to the Royal Navy and falls under the industry category of personnel-training services. The procurement is being planned for the South East region, specifically located in Portsmouth, United Kingdom. A planned procurement notice for this tender was published on 27th November 2025, with the contract period scheduled from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2036. Potential suppliers should prepare for the future notice date set on 26th January 2026 to indicate the commencement of the official tender process.