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KMMH, KCHFT, DGT - Freedom To Speak Up Services

Description: Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust, acting as the Lead Contracting Authority on behalf of Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust and Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust, invites suitably qualified and experienced Suppliers to submit tenders for the provision of Freedom to Speak Up (FTSU) Services. The FTSU Services will provide staff across the participating Contracting Authorities with a confidential, impartial, and accessible mechanism for raising concerns relating to workplace issues. These may include (though are not limited to) matters of patient care and safety, bullying, harassment, discrimination, unfair treatment, and other concerns regarding conduct, safety, culture, or working practices. The services must be delivered by qualified, accredited, and experienced FTSU 'Guardians' registered on the National Guardian's Office Directory, who possess the expertise necessary to deliver impartial (read more...)

Summary: Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust, in collaboration with Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust and Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust, is actively seeking tenders for the "Freedom to Speak Up Services." This procurement process is ongoing under the "tender" stage as per the Procurement Act 2023, utilising the Open Procedure. The services aim to provide a confidential, impartial platform for staff to address workplace concerns. The contract covers regions within the United Kingdom with specific allocations for each trust, divided into three Lots. Interested suppliers can submit tenders until 13 March 2026, with awarding decisions expected by 9 April 2026. Key industry categories include business and management consultancy, guidance services, and human resources management consultancy, with the total estimated contract value grossing £1,716,000 GBP.

MBC - Helping You Home - Hospital Discharge Service

Description: Maidstone Borough Council (MBC) is looking to procure the handyperson element of our hospital discharge scheme, Helping You Home. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Maidstone:-Repair-and-maintenance-services./G6ZU5PUXMG To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/G6ZU5PUXMG

Summary: Maidstone Borough Council is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process titled "MBC - Helping You Home – Hospital Discharge Service." This opportunity is focused on repair and maintenance services and is classified under the industry category "Repair and maintenance services" (CPV code: 50000000). The procurement location is Maidstone, United Kingdom, under the region UKJ45. The council seeks to procure services related to the handyperson aspect of its hospital discharge scheme. The process follows an open, below-threshold competition method, with submissions accepted electronically via the Kent Business Portal. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 12:00 on 13th March 2026, with enquiry-related questions accepted until 6th March 2026. The contract period is set to begin on 1st April 2026 and last until 1st April 2027, with the possibility of renewal.

CN250186 - Health Checks Outreach.

Description: This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award. The standstill period begins on the day after the publication of this notice. Representations by providers must be made to the relevant authority by 11:59pm 4 February 2026. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award a contract under the competitive process of the PSR.

Summary: Kent County Council has awarded a contract for the Health Checks Outreach service under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Regulations 2023. This contract, titled "CN250186 – Health Checks Outreach," falls under the community health services category and is set to operate in the region of Kent (UKJ4). The procurement process was conducted using a competitive restricted procedure with selective procurement methods. The contract was formally awarded on 5 February 2026, with services scheduled to commence on 1 April 2026 and continue until 31 March 2031. The maximum contract value, should all extensions be enacted, is £1,109,093. Interested parties were required to submit representations by 11:59 pm on 4 February 2026 during the standstill period.

Tracey Constant

Description: The Authority is seeking a reliable, multi-tiered taxi and private hire provision to support the 24/7 movement of patients, staff, and medical items (including medical records and pathology specimens) across five primary hospital sites. This contract utilises a Cascade Model to ensure 100% fulfilment and incorporates a significant Social Value element regarding maternity transport. The Authority anticipates a multi-provider award to ensure geographic resilience. Geographical Scope of Sites The Provider must provide comprehensive coverage to, from, and between the following locations: Kent and Canterbury Hospital (KCH): Ethelbert Road, Canterbury, CT1 3NG William Harvey Hospital (WHH): Kennington Road, Ashford, TN24 0LZ Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother Hospital (QEQM): College Road, Margate, CT9 4AN Buckland Hospital (BHD): Coombe Valley Road, Dover, CT17 0HD Royal Victoria Hospital (RVH): Radnor Park Avenue, (read more...)

Summary: The public procurement process managed by 2Gether Support Solutions Limited, located at William Harvey Hospital in Ashford, is currently in the planning stage. This process involves the procurement of a multi-tiered taxi and private hire vehicle provision, intended to support the 24/7 movement of patients, staff, and medical items across five hospital sites in Kent. The industry category is service-based, focusing on taxi and special-purpose road passenger-transport services. The procurement anticipates a multi-provider award and utilises a Cascade Model to ensure comprehensive fulfilment. The process is scheduled to reach a key date on 23rd March 2026, marking a planned milestone towards service commencement on 1st June 2026.

Vending Services

Description: 2gether is looking for a supplier for the provision of smart retail, automated retail and vending services across multiple acute hospital sites within East Kent. They are QEQM Queen Elizabeth Queen Mother Margate WHH William Harvey Hospital Ashford KCH Kent and Canterbury Hospital Canterbury RVH Royal Victoria Hospital Folkestone BHD Buckland Hospital Dover. Contract Length 3 years with 2 x 12 Months Extensions. Estimated Contract start date from October 2026. This will be subject to change. The anticipated scope may include: * smart retail and micro-market solutions; * automated retail and vending services (where retained); * out-of-hours and 24/7 food and beverage provision; * associated equipment, technology, stocking, maintenance and replenishment; * central helpdesk, performance reporting and governance arrangements; and * commercial and performance management mechanisms appropriate to (read more...)

Summary: 2Gether Support Solutions Limited is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process seeking suppliers for the provision of vending services across multiple acute hospital sites within East Kent, which include Margate, Ashford, Canterbury, Folkestone, and Dover. The procurement falls under the goods category and aims to secure smart retail and vending services. With a procurement method focused on engaging the market, a preliminary engagement notice has been issued. Interested parties should note the key milestone date of 9th March 2026 for market engagement, with a contract projected to start in October 2026 and potentially extending until October 2031, contingent on renewal options.

Kents Support Service for People Bereaved by Suicide and Suicide Prevention Training Workshops

Description: Kent County Council is publishing this Preliminary Market Engagement Notice to invite organisations and individuals interested in attending a prospective engagement event regarding the development of Kents Support Service for People Bereaved by Suicide and Suicide Prevention Training Workshops. The Support Service for People Bereaved by Suicide will provide support to individuals living and Kent and Medway, specifically targeting: *Close family members of the individual who died *Friends, colleagues, witness and other people affected by a suicide *People who are working to support, or who are spending time with, people bereaved by suicide The Support Service for People Bereaved by Suicide will provide emotional support and practical support to these individuals, assisting with matters such as dealing with police, coroners and inquests. The Suicide Prevention Training Workshops will (read more...)

Summary: Kent County Council is in the planning stage of developing a Support Service for People Bereaved by Suicide and Suicide Prevention Training Workshops. This initiative falls under the community health services category and primarily focuses on support mechanisms for individuals in Kent and Medway. The service will provide both emotional support and practical guidance to those affected by suicide, while also delivering training workshops to enhance awareness and confidence in addressing suicide prevention. A virtual market engagement event is scheduled for 11th March 2026, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, to discuss the service's requirements and its design. Interested parties are invited to express their interest via email.

Kents Support Service for People Bereaved by Suicide and Suicide Prevention Training Workshops

Description: The Support Service for People Bereaved by Suicide will provide support to individuals living and Kent and Medway, specifically targeting: *Close family members of the individual who died *Friends, colleagues, witness and other people affected by a suicide *People who are working to support, or who are spending time with, people bereaved by suicide The Support Service for People Bereaved by Suicide will provide emotional support and practical support to these individuals, assisting with matters such as dealing with police, coroners and inquests. The Suicide Prevention Training Workshops will provide training to individuals in Kent and Medway who have an interest in suicide prevention. The service aims to *Improve awareness of suicide prevention issues and techniques *Improve confidence and knowledge of how to speak to someone who may (read more...)

Summary: Kent County Council is in the planning stage of a procurement process for a new initiative titled "Kent's Support Service for People Bereaved by Suicide and Suicide Prevention Training Workshops." This service, classified under the community health services industry category, aims to provide essential support to individuals affected by suicide in Kent and Medway, as well as training workshops to improve suicide prevention awareness. The project is currently in its planning phase, and a preliminary market engagement event is scheduled virtually for 11th March 2026, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Interested parties are invited to engage with the council via email to discuss the feasibility and design of the proposed services.

Collection of Chemical Waste and Paints (Hazardous and Non-Hazardous)

Description: Kent County Council is looking for a suitably qualified and experienced provider who is interested in supplying a cost-effective solution for the testing, collection, processing and disposal of chemical waste and paints (hazardous and non-hazardous) deposited at Kent's household waste recycling centres, including but not limited to: (a) Any domestic product that may be toxic, corrosive, flammable, reactive, or pose environmental harm if improperly disposed of, examples include: - Cleaning agents (bleach, oven cleaners, polishes, pool chemicals) - Pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers - Solvents, adhesives, resins, sealants - Automotive fluids (brake fluid, antifreeze) (b) Paints using an oil (e.g. linseed, soya) base containing volatile organic compounds (VOCs), heavy metals (e.g., lead), or solvents. These are classified as hazardous due to toxicity and flammability and require special handling and disposal. (read more...)

Summary: Kent County Council is inviting tenders for the "Collection of Chemical Waste and Paints (Hazardous and Non-Hazardous)" as part of an active procurement process in the services industry category. This procurement, open to competitive bidding, aims to find a provider capable of handling chemical waste and paint disposal from the county's nineteen household waste recycling centres. The procurement method used is below threshold - open competition. Interested parties have until 4th March 2026 to submit their tenders, with an enquiry period ending on 18th February 2026. The contract is set to commence on 1st April 2026 and conclude by 31st March 2027, requiring all bidders to have necessary planning permissions and environmental permits, reflecting the authority's location in Maidstone, Kent.

Collection of Chemical Waste and Paints (Hazardous and Non-Hazardous)

Description: Kent County Council is looking for a suitably qualified and experienced provider who is interested in supply a cost-effective solution for the testing, collection, processing and disposal of chemical waste and paints (hazardous and non-hazardous) deposited at Kent's household waste recycling centres, including but not limited to: (a) Any domestic product that may be toxic, corrosive, flammable, reactive, or pose environmental harm if improperly disposed of, examples include: Cleaning agents (bleach, oven cleaners, polishes, pool chemicals) Pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers Solvents, adhesives, resins, sealants Automotive fluids (brake fluid, antifreeze) (b) Paint using an oil (e.g. linseed, soya) base containing volatile organic compounds (VOCs), heavy metals (e.g., lead), or solvents. These are classified as hazardous due to toxicity and flammability and require special handling and disposal. (c) Paints that use (read more...)

Summary: Kent County Council is inviting tenders for the "Collection of Chemical Waste and Paints (Hazardous and Non-Hazardous)" as part of an active procurement process in the services industry category. This procurement, open to competitive bidding, aims to find a provider capable of handling chemical waste and paint disposal from the county's nineteen household waste recycling centres. The procurement method used is below threshold - open competition. Interested parties have until 4th March 2026 to submit their tenders, with an enquiry period ending on 18th February 2026. The contract is set to commence on 1st April 2026 and conclude by 31st March 2027, requiring all bidders to have necessary planning permissions and environmental permits, reflecting the authority's location in Maidstone, Kent.

St Augustine Academy ~ Cleaning Tender

Description: The successful Supplier will be required to provide cleaning services for the St Augustine Academy. The current contract value is equivalent to PS200k per annum. St Augustine Academy is a large state school of currently 699 secondary school pupils, and is part of the Woodard Academies Trust. The Trust has an impressive heritage as part of the Woodard family of schools, created by founder Nathaniel Woodard in 1848 with the aim of providing an education based on Christian values and a belief in nurturing and enriching each individual child. This is an exciting time for the Trust who have recently launched an ambitious new five-year strategy to continue to drive up standards, nurture and educate our children into successful adults, develop, and recruit the best teachers, work collaboratively (read more...)

Summary: The procurement process initiated by St Augustine Academy, part of the Woodard Academies Trust located in Kent, United Kingdom, is focused on securing a contract for cleaning services at the school premises. This tender, titled "St Augustine Academy ~ Cleaning Tender," falls under the services category, specifically school cleaning services (CPV: 90919300). The procurement method is an open, competitive flexible procedure, with a total contract value estimated at £600,000. The tender period is active, with supplier submissions accepted until 8th May 2026, and all enquiries must be submitted by 6th March 2026. The contract is expected to commence on 1st August 2026 and conclude on 31st July 2029. This tender represents a significant opportunity, especially for businesses within the UKJ4 region.