Customer Journey Mapping Project

Description: In 2026 Abri commences its new corporate strategy. Key components of this strategy are the provision of Ideal Homes, Services and the creation of an Ideal Organisation, capable of delivering the homes and services our current and future customers need. A key aspect of improving our services (making them better match our ideals) is to understand our current customer journeys, understand what good looks like, and understand the gap between the two. With clear realistic and actionable plans to close those gaps to inform future practice.

Summary: The Swaythling Housing Society Ltd, trading as Abri, is inviting tenders for a "Customer Journey Mapping Project" located in Eastleigh, United Kingdom. This procurement opportunity belongs to the services category, specifically focusing on systems and technical consultancy, business analysis, project management, and business development consultancy services. The tender, with an estimated gross value of £180,000, follows an open competitive flexible procedure. Key dates include the submission deadline on 13th February 2026, with the contract period running from 1st April 2026 to 1st April 2027. The tender is currently at the active stage, and interested parties should complete their submissions via an online portal by the specified deadline.

GB-Gosport: OPA T818 OFD Gosport, Muirhead Pontoon remedial works

Description: OPA T818 OFD Gosport, Muirhead Pontoon remedial works Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Summary: The Oil and Pipelines Agency has initiated a tender process for the project titled "GB-Gosport: OPA T818 OFD Gosport, Muirhead Pontoon remedial works". This procurement is focused on pier construction work, classified under the CPV code 45241300, and is set in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The tender is currently in the active stage, with submissions due by 19th February 2026 and the contract period running from 1st March to 31st August 2026. The procurement process is being conducted as an open procedure with a total estimated value of £500,000, and it is particularly accessible for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

New skate parks at Stubbington and Wicor Recreation Grounds-Fareham Borough Council

Description: The current skate ramps at Stubbington Recreation Ground and Wicor Recreation Ground are deteriorating and need replacement. They are currently made of metal and need to be removed and replaced with concrete ramps and other items. The purpose of this tender is to appoint a contractor to remove the existing skate ramps and replace them.

Summary: The procurement process is initiated by Fareham Borough Council to seek contractors for replacing deteriorating skate ramps at Stubbington and Wicor Recreation Grounds. The project, titled "New skate parks at Stubbington and Wicor Recreation Grounds-Fareham Borough Council," falls under the leisure equipment and park installation industry categories. The procurement utilises an open procedure, inviting bids from interested parties. The procurement stage is currently at the tender phase, with a tender period ending on 23rd February 2026 and the enquiry period closing on 16th February 2026. The project is valued at £190,000, with a gross amount of £228,000, and it is located in the UKJ3 region of the United Kingdom.

Early Market Engagement-Meter and Billing Services

Description: This is a Preliminary Market Engagement Exercise - this not a tendering opportunity or a call for competition. Abri, manage approximately 100 heat networks across 3,000 homes. We are seeking a long-term, strategic partner to support the delivery of metering and billing services across our portfolio. Our objectives are to ensure compliance with the Heat Network (Metering & Billing) Regulations ahead of January 2026, transition to accurate consumption-based billing, secure a scalable and future-proof partner aligned with Net Zero goals, and enhance performance, customer experience, accuracy, and transparency. We are at an early stage and undertaking soft market engagement to understand whether the market can provide the services and solutions we are seeking.

Summary: The Swaythling Housing Society Ltd, trading as Abri, has initiated an early market engagement process for the provision of metering and billing services. This initiative is part of a strategic approach to manage approximately 100 heat networks serving around 3,000 homes. The engagement aims to ensure compliance with the Heat Network (Metering & Billing) Regulations before January 2026, focusing on the transition to accurate, consumption-based billing while aligning with Net Zero objectives. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a future notice date set for 1st February 2026, and engagement documents due by 15th January 2026. Abri is seeking a long-term partner for this service, with the contract period expected to begin on 1st July 2026, extending potentially until 2036.

Histopathology Outsourcing for Portsmouth Hospitals University Trust Cellular Pathology department

Description: Outsourcing of Histopathology cases, including provision of both laboratory technical and Consultant diagnostic reporting services, attendance at MDT.

Summary: This public procurement process, initiated by the South of England Procurement Centre, centres on the "Histopathology Outsourcing for Portsmouth Hospitals University Trust Cellular Pathology department." The procurement, categorised within pathology services (CPV code 85111800), involves outsourcing histopathology cases with laboratory technical and consultant diagnostic reporting services. It is located in the UK, Fareham (region UKJ35) and was managed without an open call for competition as it falls outside the directive's application scope. The procurement process used the Provider Selection Regime (PSR), with a direct award confirmed for the contract starting from 1st November 2025 to 31st December 2026. The total contract value amounts to £950,000 excluding VAT, with the award procedure finalised by early January 2026.

Footpath Upgrade in Wildern Local Nature Reserve

Description: Hedge End Town Council (HETC) invites tenders for the upgrade and resurfacing of a permissive footpath within Wildern Local Nature Reserve, Hedge End. The project requires the construction of an all-weather footpath surfaced with self-binding gravel, designed to be sympathetic to the ecological setting of the reserve. Works will include the careful management of surface tree roots and, where necessary, the installation of raised walkways to protect sensitive habitats and ensure accessibility.

Summary: The Hedge End Town Council is actively seeking tenders for a footpath upgrade at the Wildern Local Nature Reserve in Hedge End. This procurement process, identified by the title "Footpath Upgrade in Wildern Local Nature Reserve", falls under the works category, specifically surface work for footpaths. The open procedure invites submissions until 12:00pm on 2nd February 2026. The contract value is set at £42,500, and the project aims to enhance accessibility by constructing an all-weather pathway while preserving the ecological environment. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st March 2026, with electronic and written submissions accepted. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with the final bid opening and award decisions also scheduled for 2nd February 2026. The project is located in the UK, specifically in postal area SO30 4QR, emphasising the need for local ecological considerations.

Early Market Engagement-Meter and Billing Services

Description: This is a Preliminary Market Engagement Exercise - this not a tendering opportunity or a call for competition. Abri, manage approximately 100 heat networks across 3,000 homes. We are seeking a long-term, strategic partner to support the delivery of metering and billing services across our portfolio. Our objectives are to ensure compliance with the Heat Network (Metering & Billing) Regulations ahead of January 2026, transition to accurate consumption-based billing, secure a scalable and future-proof partner aligned with Net Zero goals, and enhance performance, customer experience, accuracy, and transparency. We are at an early stage and undertaking soft market engagement to understand whether the market can provide the services and solutions we are seeking.

Summary: The Swaythling Housing Society Ltd, trading as Abri, has initiated an early market engagement process for the provision of metering and billing services. This initiative is part of a strategic approach to manage approximately 100 heat networks serving around 3,000 homes. The engagement aims to ensure compliance with the Heat Network (Metering & Billing) Regulations before January 2026, focusing on the transition to accurate, consumption-based billing while aligning with Net Zero objectives. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a future notice date set for 1st February 2026, and engagement documents due by 15th January 2026. Abri is seeking a long-term partner for this service, with the contract period expected to begin on 1st July 2026, extending potentially until 2036.

Footpath Upgrade in WLNR

Description: Hedge End Town Council (HETC) invites tenders for the upgrade and resurfacing of a permissive footpath within Wildern Local Nature Reserve, Hedge End. The project requires the construction of an all-weather footpath surfaced with selfbinding gravel, designed to be sympathetic to the ecological setting of the reserve. Works will include the careful management of surface tree roots and, where necessary, the installation of raised walkways to protect sensitive habitats and ensure accessibility. 1. Tender Process 1.1 Hedge End Town Council wishes to employ a Principal Contractor to carry out the supply and installation of approximately 350m of woodland path, boardwalk and associated drainage. 1.2 Tenderers are required to submit a fixed price lump sum tender on the Form of Tender provided in this document. Page 2 of 13 (read more...)

Summary: Hedge End Town Council is inviting tenders for the upgrade and resurfacing of a footpath within the Wildern Local Nature Reserve, located in Hedge End, Southampton, England. The project involves constructing an all-weather path surfaced with self-binding gravel, requiring an understanding of ecological sensitivity. The tender, classified under CPV code 45233253 for surface work on footpaths, utilises an open procurement procedure and is currently in the 'tender' stage. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 2 February 2026 (noon), with contracts set to commence on 1 March 2026 and conclude by 24 December 2026. The budget range for the project is £35,000 to £42,500.

Care (Education) and Treatment Reviews (C(E)TR) for the South East and South West Integrated Care Boards (ICBs)

Description: **This is an Intention to Award Notice to award a contract using a competitive process under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) regulations for Care (Education) and Treatment Reviews (C(E)TR) for the South East and South West Integrated Care Boards (ICBs)** Details of the services were provided in the F02: Contract Notice published on the 1st July 2025 (2025/S 000-036535). The contract(s) period is 1st April 2026 - 31st March 2031 (which includes an optional extension period for up to 2 (two) years), as defined at the sole discretion of the Commissioners, for both lots and their respective contracts. Each of the lots total combined maximum contracts values, across the full potential term of 5 (five) years, including any optional extension years are: LOT 1 - South West = (read more...)

Summary: The procurement process led by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board, along with Hampshire and the Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, focuses on securing Care (Education) and Treatment Reviews (C(E)TR) services for the South East and South West Integrated Care Boards. Classified under the health services category, this service-oriented procurement involves an open procedure with a total contract value of approximately £2,190,867 across both lots. Key dates include the start of the contract from 1st April 2026, with an initial term of three years and a potential extension of two additional years. Locations involved are primarily in UK regions classified as South East and South West, covering various integrated care boards. The procurement stage has moved to the award phase, with the announcement of an intention to award to Independent Lives as the supplier, marking the start of a standstill period until 7th January 2026.

Data Quality and Clinical Decision Support Services

Description: NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICB will be hosting a virtual Market Engagement Event, to discuss Data Quality and Clinical Decision Support Services/systems. The Event will be held virtually via Teams on 20th January 2026 at 1500hrs The Purpose of this session is to discuss the ICB's requirement to procure a Data Quality & Decision support service: - Provide an update on the current contractual position and outline the indicative timeline for forthcoming procurement opportunities. - Share and discuss the ICB's requirements (specification and functions required) from the product and/or services potentially being procured - Assess the market position and determine whether all these functionalities and services can be delivered by a single supplier. - Discuss and assess where potential suppliers anticipate there may be a gap (read more...)

Summary: NHS Hampshire and the Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board (ICB) is in the planning stage of a procurement process to acquire Data Quality and Clinical Decision Support Services. The entity has planned a virtual Market Engagement Event to be held on 20th January 2026 at 1500hrs via Teams, where the board will discuss its requirements and the timeline for procurement opportunities. The focus lies within the industry category of software packages and information systems, targeting providers who can deliver comprehensive data quality and decision-support services. The site of interest for this engagement is in the region identified as UKJ3 in the United Kingdom, and the procurement process will progress with a future notice planned for release on 1st June 2026.