Early Market Engagement Notice - NSIGN HMNB(C) - Soft FM

Description: This engagement is designed to enable the Submarine Delivery Agency (SDA) to engage with the market to welcome innovative ideas on how to develop on the requirements for Soft Facilities Management (Soft FM) services at His Majesty's Naval Base (HMNB) Clyde. The MOD team based at the Naval Base (NB) continues to develop the future requirements for the Soft FM services at HMNB Clyde. The Future Maritime Support Program (FMSP) contract for Soft FM managed and delivered at HMNB Clyde will expire in 2028, this notice commences Early Market Engagement (EME) activities for the Soft FM contract only. The Naval Support Integrated Global Network (NSIGN) Naval Base (NB) project seeks to replace the FMSP Soft FM contract between 2026 and 2028. FMSP contains a total of 10 contracts, (read more...)

Summary: The Submarine Delivery Agency (SDA), based in Bristol, United Kingdom, has initiated the planning stage for a tender concerning Soft Facilities Management (Soft FM) services at His Majesty’s Naval Base Clyde. This procurement process is part of the Naval Support Integrated Global Network (NSIGN) project and seeks early market engagement to shape future requirements for Soft FM services. The current Future Maritime Support Program (FMSP) contracts will expire in 2028, and the new contracts are to be established between 2026 and 2028. As part of this planning phase, the SDA will conduct various engagement activities, such as supplier town halls and one-on-one sessions, starting with a virtual event scheduled for the week commencing 16 February 2026.

Oldham Green New Deal Partnership (GNDP)

Description: THIS IS A UK3 PLANNED PROCUREMENT NOTICE. THE COUNCIL IS NOT INVITING RESPONSES TO THIS NOTICE WHICH IS ISSUED FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY, AND WHICH IS NOT INTENDED TO BE A 'QUALIFYING' NOTICE FOR THE PURPOSE OF REDUCING FUTURE PROCUREMENT TIMESCALES. Oldham Council ("the Council") has recently conducted preliminary market engagement in respect of the Oldham Green New Deal Partnership ("the Project"). (The Council's market engagement stage has ended. For full background details and context please refer to the Council's UK2 Preliminary Market Engagement Notice published 25.04.2025 (see linked notices)). The Council is seeking to develop a long-term energy / decarbonisation partnership for the local authority area with a Strategic Energy Partner (SEP). The SEP will work in collaboration with the Council, key stakeholders and organisations across the (read more...)

Summary: Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council is advancing with its "Oldham Green New Deal Partnership" (GNDP) project, focusing on energy and related services, with an estimated contract value ranging from £2.2bn to £3.2bn excluding VAT. The initiative, supported by a £8.87 million grant from the Green Heat Network Fund, aims to form a strategic energy partnership to advance decarbonisation across Oldham. Procurement is at the planning stage, with key upcoming dates including an expression of interest deadline on 20 April 2026 and an award decision expected by 23 July 2027. The partnership, initially set for 15 years with the possibility of a 25-year extension, includes establishing a Town Centre Heat Network, forming the backbone of a regional network serving both public and private stakeholders.

LDC4 Industry Event Registration

Description: The LDC4 programme consists of multiple projects with the aim of delivering the next generation of tactical military communications in the land environment and providing the means to make informed and timely decisions, enabled by agile Communication Information Systems (CIS). The programme also includes projects that have already delivered equipment into service. The LDC4 Programme and TacSys Service Executive Teams, part of the UK Ministry of Defence, are jointly seeking to engage with suppliers via an Industry Day on 19 February 2026. The purpose of this engagement is to update the market on the current programme, explore key challenges and opportunities, and gain a clearer understanding of current market capabilities and offerings which may be relevant to how we will need to deliver our capabilities in the future. (read more...)

Summary: The Ministry of Defence is currently in the planning stage for the LDC4 Industry Event, scheduled to take place at the Blenheim Conference Centre, Warminster, on 19 February 2026. The event is focused on delivering the next generation of tactical military communications through the LDC4 programme. Those interested in attending the engagement event must register by 23:59 on 28 January 2026. The event is designed to update the market on the current programme status, explore challenges, identify opportunities, and understand market capabilities. It falls under the industry categories of "Tactical command, control and communication systems" and "Communications equipment."

WLT: Weapon Load Trainer

Description: Background: A Weapon Load Trainer (WLT) formed part of the original Eurofighter training solution; this was never implemented by the RAF. The initial concept envisaged integrating the RAF Typhoon Weapons Load Training Team with the Weapons Training Team within the Typhoon Training Facility (TTF). The planned concept of operations for a WLT will be for the device to be jointly operated between the TTF and the Weapon Load Training Cell (WLTC). TTF delivers all initial Weapon Load (WL) training, with the WLTC responsible for all WL recertification. The current weapon load training solution requires the transfer of activity from the controlled, purpose-built TTF environment to operational settings. These operational settings are less conducive to initial learning, introduce additional distractions and safety risks, and rely on opportunistic use of (read more...)

Summary: The Ministry of Defence, through Defence Equipment and Support based in Bristol, is currently in the planning stage of procuring Weapon Load Trainers (WLT) as part of the Typhoon Force training enhancement. This procurement, noted under ID 003912-2026, involves a market engagement to seek expressions of interest from qualified suppliers. The sector focus is on services related to training and simulation in aircraft, missiles, and spacecraft, under the defence and security regime. The due date for expressions of interest is set for 30th January 2026. The intended contract period is from 31st March 2026 to 31st March 2028, covering key UK regions as the delivery location.

Ground Preparation - West District

Description: We will be awarding a framework agreement for the following across 7 lots in the West District: - Preparing forestry restock sites for planting involving the management of brash and harvesting residues. - Installation and maintenance of forest drains including installation of new culvert pipes on extraction routes or tracks - The reinstatement of severely rutted tracks and footpaths following trafficking by heavy machinery (excluding surfaced tracks and trails) - Clearing of blocked culverts and roadside ditches - Mulching of invasive species and scrub using a mulching head fitted to a tracked excavator

Summary: The Forestry Commission has initiated an open procurement procedure for a framework agreement titled "Ground Preparation - West District," focusing on forestry services. The tender involves preparing forestry restock sites for planting, maintaining forest drains, reinstating tracks, clearing blocked culverts, and mulching invasive species across seven lots in the United Kingdom, specifically in regions such as Wyre, Bristol, and Cornwall. The tender process commenced on 16 January 2026, with an enquiry period concluding on 29 January 2026, and a tender submission deadline set for 10 February 2026. The procurement is part of a long-term contract running from 13 March 2026 to 12 March 2030, with a total contract value of £912,000 GBP and aims to engage up to two suppliers per lot through a closed framework agreement method.

Website Audit

Description: We are seeking to appoint a partner agency to support the audit and research phase of our website project. The purpose of this phase is to review our existing website and CMS, assess effectiveness, and develop clear, evidence-based recommendations and options for the future. The review will be delivered in collaboration with our in-house team and expertise. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Bath:-Web-server-software-development-services./6U8Y5A7P3A To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/6U8Y5A7P3A

Summary: The University of Bath, a public authority classified under sub-central government, is seeking to engage a partner agency for a website audit as part of their website project. The scope includes a thorough review of their existing website and CMS to assess effectiveness and develop informed recommendations. The tender, classified under the CPV code for web server software development services, is being conducted through an open procurement method below the threshold for open competition. The procurement process is in the tender stage and interested parties need to submit their proposals by 6th February 2026 at 14:00 GMT. The contract will operate from 16th March 2026 to 15th September 2026, with a total value of £120,000.

Construction and Installation of a new Playground in Bathampton

Description: Bathampton Parish Council is seeking to appoint an experienced and suitably qualified playground contractor to remove existing playground equipment and surfacing and to design, supply, deliver and install a new children's playground, including site preparation, removal of existing surface, and installation of new safety surfacing. The project aims to create a safer, more inclusive, and engaging play space that meets the standards of the Association of Play Industries (API). This includes inclusive play equipment for a range of age groups, new safety-compliant surfacing, seating, access improvements, and compliance with relevant British Standards. Scope of Works: (see attached tender Specification) Removal and safe disposal of existing playground equipment and surfacing. 'No surface overlay'. Where appropriate suppliers should explore opportunities to recycle or refurbish existing equipment. Design and installation of (read more...)

Summary: Bathampton Parish Council has announced an open tender for the construction and installation of a new children's playground in Bathampton, focusing on creating a safer and more inclusive play space. This procurement process is under the industry category of recreation installation and is currently in the tender stage with a deadline for submissions set for 20th February 2026. Interested parties should submit their proposals electronically. The project location is Bathampton Village Playground, Bathampton, and the main procurement category is works. With a legal basis under UK legislation, this opportunity invites applications under an open competition method. The project has an estimated value of £108,000 exclusive of VAT, with the contract period commencing 1st May 2026 and concluding by 1st June 2026.

715744465-Support Requirements for Modular Furniture for Ships & Submarines

Description: The requirement is for an enabling contract to provide modular furniture, furnishings and associated spares for Royal Navy ships and submarines.

Summary: The procurement process initiated by Defence Equipment and Support, a central government public authority based in Bristol, UK, involves a planned tender titled "715744465-Support Requirements for Modular Furniture for Ships & Submarines". This tender falls under the goods category with a focus on modular furniture, suitable for defence and security applications. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with an estimated contract period from 19th October 2026 to 18th October 2029, potentially extending to 2031. Key upcoming dates include a Request for Information (RFI) submission deadline on 12th February 2026 and a future notice date set for 1st April 2026.

715744465-Support Requirements for Modular Furniture for Ships & Submarines

Description: The requirement is for an enabling contract to provide modular furniture, furnishings and associated spares for Royal Navy ships and submarines.

Summary: The procurement process initiated by Defence Equipment and Support, a central government public authority based in Bristol, UK, involves a planned tender titled "715744465-Support Requirements for Modular Furniture for Ships & Submarines". This tender falls under the goods category with a focus on modular furniture, suitable for defence and security applications. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with an estimated contract period from 19th October 2026 to 18th October 2029, potentially extending to 2031. Key upcoming dates include a Request for Information (RFI) submission deadline on 12th February 2026 and a future notice date set for 1st April 2026.

715744465-Support Requirements for Modular Furniture for Ships & Submarines

Description: The requirement is for an enabling contract to provide modular furniture, furnishings and associated spares for Royal Navy ships and submarines.

Summary: The procurement process initiated by Defence Equipment and Support, a central government public authority based in Bristol, UK, involves a planned tender titled "715744465-Support Requirements for Modular Furniture for Ships & Submarines". This tender falls under the goods category with a focus on modular furniture, suitable for defence and security applications. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with an estimated contract period from 19th October 2026 to 18th October 2029, potentially extending to 2031. Key upcoming dates include a Request for Information (RFI) submission deadline on 12th February 2026 and a future notice date set for 1st April 2026.