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PPSA - Pharmacy Logistics Service PME

Description: This procurement is for a logistics service for the transportation of medicines and medical devices, which may include products with special storage and handling requirements. Radiopharmaceuticals, tissue sample, waste and patient transport are excluded from the scope.

Summary: University Hospitals Plymouth is in the planning stage of a procurement process for a Pharmacy Logistics Service Framework Agreement. This initiative, described as "PPSA - Pharmacy Logistics Service PME", focuses on logistics services for transporting medicines and medical devices within the UK, particularly in the South West region. The industry category is services, specifically courier services. Pre-Market Engagement meetings are scheduled for 20 and 22 July 2026, with a preliminary market engagement notice published on 18 June 2026. The procurement process involves a planned framework agreement with a contract period running from 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2031, and a future notice date set for 1 October 2026.

Apprenticeship Platform

Description: The University delivers a portfolio of apprenticeship programmes across multiple subject areas and employer partners. These programmes require the management of a complex learner journey including recruitment, onboarding, delivery of learning, monitoring of Off-the-Job training, compliance monitoring, employer engagement, and reporting to the DWP.

Summary: The University of Plymouth is in the planning stage of a public procurement process for an "Apprenticeship Platform." This tender involves services in the software package and information systems sector, focusing on educational software and software implementation services, suitable for SME (Small and Medium-sized Enterprise) participation. The procurement is located in the South West of England, specifically in Plymouth, Devon (region UKK41). A key date for interested parties is the scheduled engagement milestone due by 30th June 2026. This engagement is part of a broader initiative to manage complex apprenticeship programmes, which encompass recruitment, learning delivery, compliance monitoring, and employer engagement, expected to commence on 1st October 2026 and end on 30th September 2028, with an estimated contract value of £120,000 GBP.

Retrofit EPCs Programme

Description: The completion of Retrofit Assessments, EPC's and detailed specifications of works to bring properties up to an EPC C rating on PCH properties.

Summary: Plymouth Community Homes is actively seeking bids for its "Retrofit EPCs Programme" under the services category, focusing on energy efficiency and building consultancy within the Plymouth area, United Kingdom. This tender is being conducted under an open competition procurement method, which is classified below the threshold. The primary objective is to complete retrofit assessments and upgrade PCH properties to an EPC C rating. This tender is currently in the Tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 3rd July 2026, following the enquiry deadline on 19th June 2026. The contract period is expected to commence on 24th July 2026 and conclude by 31st March 2027.

Supply of Replacement Ferry MainChains for the Torpoint Ferries

Description: Cornwall Council, on behalf of the joint authorities (Cornwall Council and Plymouth City Council), is re-procuring the supply of ferry chains for Tamar Crossings Ltd. in anticipation of the expiry of the current contract. The Torpoint Ferry operates three floating bridges, each requiring two 655m studless open link chains for propulsion and guidance across the Tamar Estuary. Chains are typically replaced every three years to meet operational requirements and Lloyd's Register wear tolerances, though actual replacement timing may vary based on wear. This procurement covers the supply of four pairs of main chains and an additional 150m of tunnel chain for connection to counterweight gantries. Delivery is required to site under DDP Incoterms and preserved for tidal storage. Suppliers must also manage the collection and disposal of used (read more...)

Summary: Cornwall Council is leading the tender process for the supply of replacement ferry main chains for the Torpoint Ferries, in collaboration with Plymouth City Council. This procurement, categorised under the 'Chain' industry, involves supplying 655m studless open link chains for the operational needs of the Tamar Crossings Ltd, with delivery in the United Kingdom's South West region. Currently in the 'tender' stage, the procurement adopts an open procedure with a submission deadline of 22nd July 2026, whereas the last date for enquiries is 8th July. The contract, valued at approximately £1.9 million, is expected to start on 1st December 2026 and carry the possibility of renewal based on performance and funding availability.

Supply of Replacement Ferry Chains for the Torpoint Ferries

Description: Cornwall Council, on behalf of the joint authorities (Cornwall Council and Plymouth City Council), is re-procuring the supply of ferry chains for Tamar Crossings Ltd. in anticipation of the expiry of the current contract. The Torpoint Ferry operates three floating bridges, each requiring two 655m studless open link chains for propulsion and guidance across the Tamar Estuary. Chains are typically replaced every three years to meet operational requirements and Lloyd's Register wear tolerances, though actual replacement timing may vary based on wear. This procurement covers the supply of four pairs of main chains and an additional 150m of tunnel chain for connection to counterweight gantries. Delivery is required to site under DDP Incoterms, flaked out on flatbed lorries and preserved for tidal storage. Suppliers must also manage the (read more...)

Summary: Cornwall Council is leading the tender process for the supply of replacement ferry main chains for the Torpoint Ferries, in collaboration with Plymouth City Council. This procurement, categorised under the 'Chain' industry, involves supplying 655m studless open link chains for the operational needs of the Tamar Crossings Ltd, with delivery in the United Kingdom's South West region. Currently in the 'tender' stage, the procurement adopts an open procedure with a submission deadline of 22nd July 2026, whereas the last date for enquiries is 8th July. The contract, valued at approximately £1.9 million, is expected to start on 1st December 2026 and carry the possibility of renewal based on performance and funding availability.

Pre market Engagement for Out of Hours Call Service

Description: Plymouth Community Homes (PCH) currently provides an Out of Hours Repairs and ASB service through a third party so tenants can report Emergency repairs out of hours. Ahead of the full procurement process PCH wish to undertake pre-market engagement to explore supplier options and services available. The regulatory landscape for social housing has evolved significantly in recent years, with enhanced safety requirements, strengthened consumer standards, and greater regulatory scrutiny. As a result, we are seeking OOH service partners who can deliver reliable, compliant, customer focused services backed by strong reporting and robust operational resilience. Suppliers will need to demonstrate their ability to support our regulatory obligations, work collaboratively on service improvement, and provide focused services backed by strong reporting and robust operational resilience. Suppliers will need to demonstrate (read more...)

Summary: Plymouth Community Homes is currently in the planning stage of a tender process with the objective to engage suppliers for an "Out of Hours Call Service." This service is categorised under telephone-answering services within the services industry, and is aimed at supporting enhanced tenant safety and satisfaction through emergency repair reporting. The procurement pertains to a location in Plymouth, UK. The initial stage involves preliminary market engagement, with an important milestone set for 19th June 2026. The procurement anticipates a value of £290,110, indicating a significant level of service provision expected. Interested parties should note that the formal tender process is set to progress with a future notice during July 2026.

Student Occupational Health Contract

Description: The University of Plymouth is seeking potential suppliers to provide occupational health (OH) services for learners on professional health and social care courses. This provision must support up to 1,800 new learners annually, the majority between March and September. Numbers are distributed approximately as follows: Plymouth (1,730), Exeter (30), and Truro (40). These numbers may fluctuate based on commissioning and recruitment. The Faculty of Health delivers a diverse range of health and social care education programmes. A significant component of these programmes involves learners gaining practical experience in various healthcare settings, including in-patient facilities (wards and theatres), out-patient services, and patients' / service users' homes. Learners work alongside qualified professionals, participating in the assessment and treatment of patients / service users. As such, we are required to ensure (read more...)

Summary: The University of Plymouth is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for a Student Occupational Health Contract. This tender falls under the industry category of 'services' with classifications in health and social work services, medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products, and education and training services. Located in Plymouth, Devon, the contract is aimed at supporting up to 1,800 new learners annually, with most learners enrolled from March to September. The procurement timeline indicates that future notice will be provided by 30 September 2026, with the contract period scheduled to begin on 1 March 2027, ending on 31 March 2030, and a possibility for renewal until 2032. The gross value is estimated at £2,000,000 GBP. Megan Worth at the University of Plymouth is the contact point for this project.

Davy Heat Network Construction

Description: Contractor to be procured on a two stage design & build basis to install a new low carbon heat source

Summary: The University of Plymouth is planning a procurement process for the construction of the Davy Heat Network, set to begin on 2nd August 2027 and conclude on 1st August 2028. This initiative aims to install a new low carbon heat source under a two-stage design and build contract. The project is valued at approximately £4.83 million, with a gross amount of £5.8 million, and is categorised under works, specifically focusing on heating, ventilation and air-conditioning installation, as well as district and long-distance heating. Located in Plymouth, Devon, the procurement falls under the industry category of public works, and future tender notices are anticipated to be communicated by 9th November 2026.

Alternative Education Provision Services

Description: The procurement will establish a strategic contract for the delivery of Alternative Provision (AP) in Plymouth, enabling the Council to meet its statutory duties under Section 19 of the Education Act 1996 to provide suitable, full-time education for children unable to access mainstream schooling due to illness, exclusion, or other reasons.

Summary: Plymouth City Council is planning a procurement process for "Alternative Education Provision Services," aimed at providing full-time education for children unable to attend mainstream schooling due to various reasons, in line with statutory duties under the Education Act 1996. This initiative falls under the services category, specifically "Education and training services" (CPV code 80000000). The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with the contract period anticipated to commence on 1st April 2027 and run until 31st March 2030. Located in Plymouth, UK, this strategic contract is valued at GBP 5,800,000 net (GBP 6,960,000 gross) and will undergo future notice communication by 1st January 2027.

SEND School Build

Description: The contracting authority intends to procure a suitably qualified and experienced main contractor to deliver the design and construction of a new Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) school. The procurement will seek to appoint a contractor with demonstrable experience in delivering complex education or SEND-specific projects, with a strong focus on quality, stakeholder engagement, and social value outcomes.

Summary: Plymouth City Council is planning a procurement process titled "SEND School Build," focusing on constructing a new Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) school. The procurement falls under the 'works' industry category, with a total project value of £36,000,000. The location for this project is Plymouth, within the UKK41 region of the United Kingdom. Currently in the planning stage as of 22 May 2026, the contracting authority is looking to appoint a qualified and experienced main contractor who can deliver complex education or SEND-specific projects. A further notice is expected by 31 December 2026, with construction planned to start on 1 April 2027 and finish by 31 March 2030.