Information Advice and Guidance (IAG) Service on the Isle of Wight

Description: The Authority invites response to this Invitation to Tender (ITT) from suitably qualified suppliers ("Suppliers") for the delivery of an Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) Service on the Isle of Wight. The Authority and its partners are committed to providing a universal, high quality, consistent and integrated Information Advice and Guidance (IAG) service that supports the Islands Poverty Reduction Strategy 2024-2029 aims and objectives. This service will play an important role in promoting wellbeing, improving wellbeing and protecting wellbeing, aligned to the poverty reduction strategy in providing coordinated and community approaches to tackle this. Good information (which is current, relevant and accurate) is essential for all adults and their relatives who need or may need support to protect their wellbeing and to live independently. Good information should help (read more...)

Summary: The Isle of Wight Council is inviting tenders for an Information Advice and Guidance (IAG) Service on the Isle of Wight. The procurement process, currently at the Tender stage, is being conducted under the UK Public Contracts Regulations 2023. The service is aligned with the Islands Poverty Reduction Strategy 2024-2029 and aims to support wellbeing and community resilience. It covers health services and social work, expected to commence on the 1st March 2026 for a period of three years, with an option to extend for a further two years. Suppliers must submit their responses by 6th January 2026. The project is valued at up to £186k annually excluding VAT, and the open procedure is utilised. The process benefits from electronic submission policies, with communications in English using the ProContract platform. Contact details for further enquiries are available through Mr James Burnett at Isle of Wight Council.

ICT - Supply of Multi-Functional Devices and Document Solutions, Digital Duplicators, and Print Room Equipment ref. HSY17035

Description: Supply of Multi-Functional Devices and Document Solutions, Digital Duplicators, and Print Room Equipment ref. HSY17035

Summary: The Isle of Wight Council has updated the procurement process for the supply of Multi-Functional Devices and Document Solutions, Digital Duplicators, and Print Room Equipment (Ref HSY17035). Located in Newport, UKJ34 region, this opportunity falls under the Photocopying and offset printing equipment category (CPV 30120000). The procurement stage is currently at the contract award, with Ricoh UK Limited selected as the supplier. The contract, valued at £1,187,263.29, is intended to start from 1st February 2026 and will continue until 31st July 2027, following a period of strategic developments. This decision was made to ensure continuity and compatibility of services in light of the upcoming Local Government Reorganisation. The procurement method used is a limited award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition.

PROVISION OF 4 FLATS ON LAND BETWEEN 36 AND 42 NEW STREET, NEWPORT, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO30 1PX

Description: The Provision of 4 flats on land between 36-42 New Street, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 1PX requires the construction of a single block of four flats including external pathways, hard standing and garden areas on a cleared site. This will be a scheme funded in the main by a Veterans Capital Works Grant and in partnership with the organisation Prisoners Building Homes who will supply labour to the site.

Summary: The Isle of Wight Council is seeking tenders for the construction of four flats on land between 36 and 42 New Street, Newport, Isle of Wight. This opportunity falls under the construction industry category, specifically within CPV code 45000000, and is located in the UKJ34 region. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with an end date for the tender period on the 6th of January 2026. The project is funded primarily by a Veterans Capital Works Grant, in collaboration with the organisation Prisoners Building Homes, providing a unique opportunity for qualified contractors. The procurement method is open and below threshold, allowing comprehensive participation under open competition guidelines. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their applications via the specified electronic submission platform by the relevant dates.

Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) fund - Electric Vehicle Charge Point Network - Concession Contract on The Isle of Wight

Description: The Authority has been awarded PS1.625m LEVI funding from the Office of Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) through the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) fund. Based on that funding the Authority is now seeking to award a single concession contract for a supplier to install and operate an affordable and easy to use, reliable and widely accessible and recognisable Electric Vehicle (EV) charge point network across the Isle of Wight (the 'Contract') The form of contract has been developed in alignment with the LEVI Heads of Terms. The Authority will be looking for a Supplier who can demonstrate a commitment to maximising the use of the LEVI funding and deliver an ambitious project with a full solution offering end to end services. It would be the intention that the (read more...)

Summary: The Isle of Wight Council, a sub-central government public authority located in Newport, has initiated a procurement process for the installation of an Electric Vehicle Charge Point Network under the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) fund. This concession contract, titled "Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) fund - Electric Vehicle Charge Point Network - Concession Contract on The Isle of Wight," falls under the industry categories of construction work, installation services, public utilities, and architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services. The procurement is currently at the tender stage with an open procedure method and aims to award by February 2026. The tender period ends on 18th December 2025, and proposals should be submitted in English electronically. The project, which is valued at £34 million (net), is set to commence in March 2026 and run for 15 years, enhancing local on-street charging infrastructure primarily for residential communities without off-road parking across the Isle of Wight.

Maritime Technical Advisor (Floating Bridge) - East Cowes / Cowes, Isle of Wight

Description: The Authority invites response to this Invitation to Tender (ITT) from suitably qualified suppliers ("Suppliers") for the provision of the appointment of a technical marine supplier to consider options for a new ferry project (currently known as Floating Bridge - East Cowes to Cowes, River Medina, Isle of Wight). Full details of the specification requirements can be found in Schedule 1 - Specification

Summary: The Isle of Wight Council has initiated an open procurement process for the role of Maritime Technical Advisor concerning a new ferry project, named the Floating Bridge, between East Cowes and Cowes on the Isle of Wight. This tender, identified as project reference DN798514, invites qualified suppliers to submit proposals before the tender period ends on 2nd January 2026. The procurement process is classified under several relevant CPV codes including ships and boats, construction work for water projects, and engineering services, and takes place in the region of UKJ3, United Kingdom. The total project budget is £120,000 with actual contract terms starting from 19th January 2026 and potentially extending to 1st May 2026 or longer based on further reviews and approvals.

ICT - Microsoft Licences

Description: Procurement of the Microsoft licences used by the Isle of Wight Council under a three-year agreement. Via CCS Aggregation via RM6068 Lot 3.

Summary: The Isle of Wight Council has undertaken a procurement process for the acquisition of Microsoft licences under a three-year agreement, facilitated through CCS Aggregation via RM6068 Lot 3. This contract primarily falls under the industry category of software packages and information systems, serving the location of Newport, Isle of Wight, within the UKJ34 region. Originally valued at £1,594,562.48, it has been amended to £1,707,052.22 due to the addition of AI licences. The procurement method was a limited award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition and was concluded with the award of the contract to Phoenix Software on 26th May 2023, with the contract set for completion by 30th June 2026. Contacts and further details are available through Mrs Lucy Chandler at the Isle of Wight Council.

Public Realm Works - East Cowes, Isle of Wight

Description: External landscaping works to provide public recreation space. Installation of external light fixtures and bespoke site furniture.

Summary: The Isle of Wight Council is currently in the tender stage for a public procurement opportunity titled "Public Realm Works - East Cowes, Isle of Wight." This project, categorized under construction and architectural services, involves external landscaping work to create public recreation spaces, as well as the installation of light fixtures and bespoke site furniture. Located in the South East region of the United Kingdom, particularly East Cowes, the procurement is set under an open competition method with submissions closing on 3rd December 2025. Businesses interested in submitting inquiries must do so by 19th November 2025. The contract will commence on 19th January 2026 and conclude by 23rd March 2026.

Home to School Transport Bus and Coach Services on the Isle of Wight (2026)

Description: Relating to the provision of home to school bus and coach services for mainstream and SEN which is a statutory function for the Local Authority. The Authority is engaging with potential suppliers to seek views and feedback to the information provided and questionnaire. This is intended to be used to assist the Authority on deciding the next steps for the procurement of Home to School Transport Bus and Coach Services on the Isle of Wight (2026) Procurement identifier (OCID): ocds-h6vhtk-052491.

Summary: The Isle of Wight Council is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process concerning the "Home to School Transport Bus and Coach Services on the Isle of Wight (2026)." This tender involves the provision of bus and coach services for mainstream and special educational needs (SEN) students, which is a statutory responsibility of the Local Authority. The procurement is expected to start on 1st September 2026 and last until 31st August 2030, with possible extensions until 2033. Interested parties are invited to complete a market engagement questionnaire by 24th November 2025. The estimated budget for this services contract is £15,199,160 net, with a gross value of £18,239,000, and is delivered across the Isle of Wight, specifically in the region UKJ34.

Home to School Taxi and Minibus Services (2026)

Description: The Provision of Home to School Taxi and Minibus Services 2026. Relating to the provision of home to school taxi/minibus services which is a statutory function for the local authority. The Authority is engaging with potential suppliers to seek views and feedback to the information provided in this questionnaire. This is intended to be used to assist the Authority on deciding the next steps for the procurement of Home to School Taxi and Minibus Services Framework (2026) (Procurement identifier (OCID): ocds-h6vhtk-05246a).

Summary: The Isle of Wight Council, classified as a public authority within sub-central government, is planning a procurement process for "Home to School Taxi and Minibus Services" scheduled for 2026. This tender involves services in the transport sector and focuses specifically on taxi services, as categorized by CPV code 60120000, targeting the UKJ34 region. The milestone for market engagement is set for completion by 24th November 2025, with the framework agreement planned to begin on 1st June 2026 and conclude on 31st May 2034. The procurement method involves a framework agreement, and the procurement process is currently at the planning stage, with future notices expected by 2nd January 2026. The purpose of this engagement is to gather feedback from potential suppliers to assist the authority in finalising the procurement strategy.

Information, Advice and Guidance Service (Preliminary Market Engagement)

Description: The Authority are undertaking a market engagement exercise to inform the commissioning of Information, Advice and Guidance from the 1 April 2026. The Authority is engaging with potential suppliers to seek views and feedback to the information provided and questionnaire. This is intended to be used to assist the Authority on deciding the next steps for the procurement of Information, advice and guidance service. The Authority are undertaking this Preliminary Market Engagement Exercise to seek views and feedback in relation to the (IAG) Service that is due to commence on the 1st March 2026, for a period of 3 years with an option to extend for a further 2 years at the sole discretion of the Authority. It is intended to be used to assist the Authority on (read more...)

Summary: The Isle of Wight Council is inviting tenders for an Information Advice and Guidance (IAG) Service on the Isle of Wight. The procurement process, currently at the Tender stage, is being conducted under the UK Public Contracts Regulations 2023. The service is aligned with the Islands Poverty Reduction Strategy 2024-2029 and aims to support wellbeing and community resilience. It covers health services and social work, expected to commence on the 1st March 2026 for a period of three years, with an option to extend for a further two years. Suppliers must submit their responses by 6th January 2026. The project is valued at up to £186k annually excluding VAT, and the open procedure is utilised. The process benefits from electronic submission policies, with communications in English using the ProContract platform. Contact details for further enquiries are available through Mr James Burnett at Isle of Wight Council.