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Portsmouth International Port - Repairs & Maintenance Support Staff and Ancillary Services

Description: Portsmouth International Port (the 'Port'), a directorate of Portsmouth City Council (the 'Council'), is seeking to appoint a Contractor to provide a dedicated core maintenance team and associated gas maintenance services across the Port estate. The contract is expected to have an annual value in the region of PS400,000 to PS450,000. The contract will be awarded for an initial term of three (3) years, with the option to extend for up to a further two (2) years, up to a maximum total contract term of five (5) years. The scope of the service includes the provision of a dedicated on-site maintenance team to undertake planned, minor and corrective maintenance activities across the Port estate, together with the provision of gas safety inspections, planned gas maintenance, reactive repairs and (read more...)

Summary: Portsmouth City Council is planning a procurement process for the provision of Repairs & Maintenance Support Staff and Ancillary Services for the Portsmouth International Port. This planned procurement is open for industry engagement, with a notice published on 11th August 2026. The procurement process aims to award a contract by December 2025, allowing for mobilisation and commencement by April 1, 2026. The contract will initially cover a period of three years, potentially extending up to a total of five years. Services required include dedicated maintenance teams for plumbing, carpentry, and ground maintenance, alongside handling gas safety inspections and emergency repairs. The procurement process, conducted under an open procedure, will gather bids until 16th October 2026 from service providers capable of operating within Portsmouth and the surrounding areas in the South East of England (regions UKJ31 and UKJ35).

Flooring Replacement

Description: Flooring replacement to communal areas, wet rooms and domestic properties.

Summary: The procurement process led by VIVID Housing Ltd involves an open tender titled "Flooring Replacement," focused on replacing flooring in communal areas, wet rooms, and domestic properties. This tender, under the public authority sub-central government classification, falls in the industry category of floor coverings and related works. The procurement stage is active and the location for service delivery is specified in Ireland. The process is an open competition, below the threshold, with important dates including an enquiry period ending on 8th September 2026 and a tender submission deadline on 15th September 2026. The contract period is scheduled from 4th January 2027 to 3rd January 2030, with potential for a further 36 months extension.

PHD Strategic Pricing, Ticketing and Demand Study

Description: PHD has identified a need for specialist expertise to address several strategic questions that cannot be answered internally with sufficient confidence. Existing evidence suggests pricing, admissions structure and visitor decision-making are affecting demand and conversion. However, the organisation requires independent analysis and modelling to understand: * Whether current pricing levels suppress demand. * How visitor segments respond to price and product structure. * The impact of removing lower-commitment admission products. * The relationship between yield, volume and long-term sustainability. * The role of digital channels in visitor conversion. * How future ticketing structures can support both commercial performance and audience growth. Deliverables * The commission is expected to produce: * A recommended admissions architecture. * A recommended pricing framework. * Recommendations regarding lower-priced entry products. * Recommendations regarding (read more...)

Summary: The Royal Navy Museums, a public authority within central government, is inviting tenders for a comprehensive study on strategic pricing, ticketing, and demand analysis titled "PHD Strategic Pricing, Ticketing and Demand Study". The procurement exercise is classified under the 'Research and development services' industry category and will be conducted via an open competitive process. This tender focuses on the service sector with an expected contract value ranging between £60,000 and £120,000, excluding VAT. It is set in Portsmouth, United Kingdom, and includes a procurement timeline where the tender period concludes on 11th September 2026. The successful proposal will undertake an independent analysis and modelling for understanding how the current pricing affects visitor demand and how to optimise future ticketing strategies. Key dates include the enquiry period ending on 21st August 2026 and the award period closing on 6th October 2026. The contract is anticipated to begin on 19th October 2026 and last 18 months.

RFI - Royal Navy Maritime Autonomous Systems Platform Authority Industry Engagement

Description: The Authority is seeking industry input on the establishment of a Platform Authority for Maritime Uncrewed Systems, capable of providing the governance, engineering expertise, certification support and through-life assurance necessary to enable the safe and effective operation of current and future capabilities.

Summary: The Ministry of Defence is conducting a public procurement process for the establishment of a Platform Authority for Maritime Autonomous Systems. As of 10th August 2026, the process is in the planning stage, specifically a Request for Information (RFI) under tender ID "tender_543337/1600160". This initiative focuses on unmanned underwater vehicles, categorised under the CPV code 35512400. The procurement is located in Portsmouth, South East England, with important engagement activities concluding by 19th August 2026. The buying organisation is the Ministry of Defence, centrally based in WHALE ISLAND, Portsmouth, who anticipates inputs to facilitate governance, engineering expertise, and certification necessary for maritime systems.

Refurbishment to External Windows, Doors and Fascias at Elm Grove, Kingsclere

Description: VIVID is seeking to employ a Principal Contractor to undertake the refurbishment works to a Listed property at Elm Grove, Kingsclere, Newbury, RG20 5RD. The works includes the repairs, cleaning and decorating of all external windows and doors to the Elm Grove building. This will include the following: - Remove and replace putty, rub down and redecorate. - Repairs to windows and doors where timber decay is evident. - Repairs or replacement of sash cords and weights, where required. - Repair or replace fixings, handles or bolts as required. - Internal and external redecorations.

Summary: VIVID Housing Ltd, a public authority operating in the sub-central government sector, is inviting tenders for a refurbishment project at Elm Grove, Kingsclere, Newbury. The procurement process involves the refurbishment of external windows, doors, and fascias at this listed property. With a structured process under the open competition methodology, the tender is focusing on building completion work, including the repair, cleaning, and redecorations of the property's exterior. Interested parties should note the procurement stage is currently active, with the tender period closing on 7th September 2026, and enquiries accepted until 31st August 2026. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st November 2026 and conclude on 1st March 2027.

Sharpshooter Enabling Contract

Description: Delivery will continue through a single-source arrangement with QQ under the T3E framework, reflecting the unique and specialised capability of the MOD Aberporth instrumented range.

Summary: The Ministry of Defence, located in Portsmouth, UK, is planning a procurement process entitled "Sharpshooter Enabling Contract," focusing on services in the industry category of specialist training. The procurement is at the planning stage, set to proceed with a direct award under the T3E framework due to the specialised nature of the required capability at the MOD Aberporth instrumented range. The contract will commence on 1st October 2026 and conclude on 30th September 2028. A future notice is expected to be published by 1st September 2026, providing further insights into this opportunity.

DCTO Medium Uncrewed Surface Vessel (MUSV)

Description: DCTO is looking to procure a multi-role Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV) testbed, for the purpose of technology demonstration which can be delivered by the end of FY26/27. The vessel is expected to operate in three primary configurations: * Standalone uncrewed operations from a shore-based Remote Operating Centre (ROC) * Integrated operations alongside a mothership (e.g. embarked or supported by a host platform) * Distributed multi-platform operations alongside other USVs Typical mission profiles will include: * Long-range transits to operating areas * Persistent loiter operations with active payload use * Technology trials involving sensor, autonomy and payload integration

Summary: The Ministry of Defence is launching a procurement process for the DCTO Medium Uncrewed Surface Vessel (MUSV), which falls under the industry category of 'Ships and boats'. The MUSV is intended for technology demonstration with delivery anticipated by the end of the fiscal year 2026/27. This project is currently in the 'planning' stage and is expected to advance as per the procurement timeline. Key dates include a future notice expected by 30th November 2026, with the contract period scheduled to begin on 1st March 2027 and end on 31st March 2030. The operations will primarily take place out of Portsmouth, UK, reflecting the Ministry of Defence's strategic interests.

PST/05904 - Ground Training Aids at RNSFDO - F-35 Full Scale Replicas

Description: The Royal Naval School of Flight Deck Operations' (RNSFDO) ability to deliver safe, effective aircraft handling and Flight Deck training is fundamentally dependent on access to modern, representative training aids. Dedicated F-35 Ground Training Aids (GTAs) are essential to ensure training remains current, realistic, and aligned with the aircraft routinely embarked in Royal Navy aviation-capable platforms. The value of realistic, hands-on training is particularly relevant given the significant operational and financial risks associated with aircraft movement on the Flight Deck. The procurement of a purpose-built F-35 Ground Training Aid (GTA) would significantly enhance RNSFDO's ability to deliver realistic, risk-reduced aircraft handling training. By providing a representative platform that accurately reflects the dimensions, configuration, and handling characteristics of the operational aircraft, personnel would be able to develop and rehearse (read more...)

Summary: The Ministry of Defence is progressing a procurement process for Ground Training Aids, specifically focusing on F-35 Full Scale Replicas for the Royal Naval School of Flight Deck Operations. This tender is categorised under the goods industry, particularly for training aids and devices, and is situated in Portsmouth, United Kingdom. It is currently in the planning stage, with a procurement notice published on 5th August 2026. Key dates include the intended contract period commencing from 1st January 2027 to 1st January 2028, with a future notice anticipated around 30th November 2026. The procurement method is a tender, and it is grounded in legal provisions set forth by the UK's 2023 legislation. The procurement's estimated gross value is £2,000,000, with a net amount of £1,600,000.

Royal Navy Maritime Autonomous Systems Platform Authority Industry Engagement

Description: The Authority is seeking industry input on the establishment of a Platform Authority for Maritime Uncrewed Systems, capable of providing the governance, engineering expertise, certification support and through-life assurance necessary to enable the safe and effective operation of current and future capabilities.

Summary: The Ministry of Defence is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Royal Navy Maritime Autonomous Systems Platform Authority Industry Engagement". This initiative is part of the government's exploration within the services industry category, with a focus on engineering services and unmanned underwater vehicles. Based in Portsmouth, United Kingdom, the procurement process is at the initial planning stage as of 5 August 2026, with an engagement milestone scheduled for 19 August 2026. Interested parties are encouraged to participate in the market engagement notice as posted on Find a Tender.

RFI - Royal Navy Maritime Autonomous Systems Platform Authority Industry Engagement

Description: The Authority is seeking industry input on the establishment of a Platform Authority for Maritime Uncrewed Systems, capable of providing the governance, engineering expertise, certification support and through-life assurance necessary to enable the safe and effective operation of current and future capabilities.

Summary: The Ministry of Defence is conducting a public procurement process for the establishment of a Platform Authority for Maritime Autonomous Systems. As of 10th August 2026, the process is in the planning stage, specifically a Request for Information (RFI) under tender ID "tender_543337/1600160". This initiative focuses on unmanned underwater vehicles, categorised under the CPV code 35512400. The procurement is located in Portsmouth, South East England, with important engagement activities concluding by 19th August 2026. The buying organisation is the Ministry of Defence, centrally based in WHALE ISLAND, Portsmouth, who anticipates inputs to facilitate governance, engineering expertise, and certification necessary for maritime systems.