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Road Surface Treatments - DPS

Description: This Dynamic Purchasing System is for the provision of the following Road Surface Treatment Services: * Premium Surface Dressing * Micro Asphalting and Footway Surface Treatments * Carriageway Retexturing * Joint Sealing * Asphalt Preservation * In-Situ Road Recycling * Spray Injection Patching This DPS is accessible to the following authorities; Dorset County Council Borough of Poole Bournemouth Borough Council Devon County Council Plymouth City Council Swindon Borough Council The DPS value show is estimated and dependant on access from other named authorities.

Summary: Dorset Council is overseeing the procurement process titled "Road Surface Treatments - DPS" under the industry category of road construction works. This Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) allows for continued supplier admission and flexible call-off arrangements, primarily focusing on works such as premium surface dressing, micro asphalting, and in-situ road recycling, among others. The procurement process, renewed initially in March 2018 for four years, has been amended to extend until 23 February 2029. In addition to Dorset Council, various regional authorities such as Plymouth City Council and Swindon Borough Council also have access to this DPS for their road surface treatment services. The construction-related procurement utilises a selective method and adheres to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, ensuring compliance with established legal frameworks during transition periods dictated by evolving procurement legislation.

Digital Innovation Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS)

Description: The work of the Digital Place Team, including the multi award-winning 5G RuralDorset project, has earned the Dorset Council area a reputation for world-class telecoms R&D. We want to further establish our county as a leading destination for digital innovation in sectors key to the success of our region and the UK. The Dorset Council Plan to 2024 identifies digital innovation as a key Cabinet commitment. We now have an opportunity to continue supporting and growing this innovation ecosystem to create something of lasting local, national and international significance. It could draw in millions of pounds and create hundreds of skilled jobs in Dorset, helping support council priorities and regional aspirations such as those set out in the Great South West Prospectus. We need an agile, pacey yet (read more...)

Summary: Dorset Council is actively procuring services through the Digital Innovation Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS), particularly in the field of IT services such as consulting, software development, Internet and support. Located in Dorchester, UK, the Council aims to fortify its reputation for digital innovation, driven by initiatives like the 5G RuralDorset project. The procurement is at the tender stage, with a submission deadline of 14 February 2024. The process operates under a selective procurement method known as the Restricted Procedure, ensuring precise adherence to legal standards while facilitating dynamic and responsive procurement arrangements.

Passenger Transport - Dynamic Purchasing System

Description: A Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Passenger Transport Services as required by Dorset County Council. Applications to participate with this DPS can be made on the portal: www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk REF:DN245509 Details of each contract award made from this DPS are provided on the attachment to this page.

Summary: The procurement process for Passenger Transport Services is conducted through a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) by Dorset Council, located in Dorchester, United Kingdom. This system covers the road transport services category under the CPV code 60100000 and is at the procurement stage with recent amendments extending the contract end date to 23 February 2029. Business opportunities under this DPS can be pursued via the specified electronic submission platform, following a selective, restricted procedure. The process allows ongoing supplier admission with flexible call-off arrangements, in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, as amended by the Procurement Act 2023.

Learning and Development Training Services Framework

Description: Dorset Council is seeking a broad range of providers who can deliver these services across Children's Services and Adults Services. Training services will also be required by the Pan-Dorset Safeguarding Boards which cover the geographical areas of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. We are seeking a diverse range of training providers to join the Framework e.g. businesses of all sizes including sole traders and differing delivery methods. Dependent on needs, training courses will be delivered either: 'live' online, e-learning, face-to-face or a hybrid of these delivery methods. Providers do not need to be able to deliver training to both services in order to apply for a place on the Framework.

Summary: Dorset Council has launched an updated tender process for the acquisition of Learning and Development Training Services within Children’s Services and Adults Services, as well as for the Pan-Dorset Safeguarding Boards covering Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole. The procurement is designed as a Light Touch Regime framework under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, operating similarly to a Dynamic Purchasing System to allow flexible supplier participation. The procurement falls under the services category with an industry classification of Training Services (CPV code 80500000). As a result of an amendment, the contract end date has been extended from 31 March 2027 to 23 February 2029. Interested parties are invited to submit their proposals electronically as per the open procedure outlined, with the procurement stage currently at the Tender stage.

Dorset Families Matter - Family Support Packages

Description: Dorset Council is seeking a broad and diverse range of suitably qualified and experienced service providers to provide: * a service * an intervention and /or * an activity that can be termed a family support package and can contribute to the delivery of positive outcomes in line with those set out in the document Annex A: National Supporting Families Outcome Framework Family Support Packages are one optional element of the enhanced Whole Family support and resources that professionals can access on behalf of the families they are supporting. They can be defined as a variety of small-scale services, activities, or interventions which practitioners can utilise quickly and easily. Examples of packages include, but are not limited to: Individual Mentoring / Support for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (read more...)

Summary: Dorset Council is undertaking a procurement process titled "Dorset Families Matter - Family Support Packages" under the health and social work services category. This involves establishing a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for a diverse range of services, interventions, and activities designed to support families, aligning with the National Supporting Families Outcome Framework. The procurement is in the tender stage, with updates issued as of 19 February 2026, and is facilitated via an open procedure under the Public Contract Regulations 2015. Located in Dorchester, UK, the contract period has been extended with the end date now set for 23 February 2029, offering opportunities for ongoing supplier admission. Dorset Council seeks qualified service providers to contribute to family action plans across its regional locality UKK25.

Supporting Progress and Inclusion

Description: The Supporting Progress and Inclusion Framework comprises of the following Lots: 1 Ofsted registered Alternative Provision 2 Inclusion support 3 Re-engagement 4 Teaching 5 Progress to settled adulthood

Summary: Dorset Council is managing a procurement process titled "Supporting Progress and Inclusion," focusing on primary education services. This procurement falls under the services category and involves a variety of lots, including Ofsted registered Alternative Provision, inclusion support, re-engagement, teaching, and progress to settled adulthood. Located in the UKK25 region, contracts within this framework are set to extend until at least 23 February 2029, following an amendment, ensuring a sizable period for interested suppliers to engage. Suppliers can apply to this framework throughout its duration using an open procedure that mimics a Dynamic Purchasing System, offering flexibility and ongoing opportunities for suppliers to join and respond to periodic requirements. Educational establishments in the Dorset Council area can access the framework to meet local needs for alternative provision.

Mampitts Community Hub Construction Contract

Description: Construction of a new one and a half storey Community Hub at Mampitts Green, Shaftesbury (SP7 8PG). Works include building construction, utilities, external areas, and landscape enhancements that improve the overall setting and public realm. The Hub is intended as a flexible, multiuse facility supporting community groups, wellbeing activities, small events, family programmes and general local services. This preliminary market engagement notice provides potential suppliers of an upcoming tender by Shaftesbury Town Council. The tender would be a below-threshold Open Procedure (single-stage) tender for the new Mampitts Community Hub. The contract will be a JCT intermediate contract with Contractor Design Portion applicable in respect of some elements. Why this opportunity is attractive to contractors: Straightforward, one and a half storey building with coordinated design and planning permission already (read more...)

Summary: Shaftesbury Town Council is preparing the groundwork for a procurement process concerning the construction of a Community Hub at Mampitts Green, Shaftesbury. The project involves the building of a one and a half storey facility designed to support community groups, events, and local services. The Council is currently in the Preliminary Market Engagement stage, inviting interested suppliers to register their interest by 10th March 2026. This project falls within the construction industry category, particularly focusing on community buildings, and promises landscape improvements alongside practical construction work. The procurement method will be a below-threshold single-stage tender, expected to commence on 11th March 2026, with a contract start date tentatively set for 29th June 2026.

Community Outbreak Response Service (CORS)- Influenza and Scabies

Description: The service to be provided for under this contract is a Community Outbreak Response Service (CORS) for Influenza and Scabies. The Community Outbreak Response Service (CORS) will aim to provide a coordinated and timely clinical response to communicable disease outbreaks and or incidents within the Dorset community, ensuring effective management of cases and contacts to minimise transmission and protect public health.
We are intending to award a contract following the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Most Suitable Provider process. This is a new service awarded to an existing provider who holds another NHS Standard Contract for delivering community services. The approximate lifetime value of the contract is PS40,000 (including the extension option). The contract term runs from 01 December 2025 until 30 November 2026 with a 12 month extension option.

Summary: The NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board has initiated a procurement process for the Community Outbreak Response Service (CORS) addressing Influenza and Scabies within the Dorset community. Classified under Health services, this service is crucial for providing a coordinated clinical response to outbreaks, aiming to prevent case transmission and protect public health. The contract is awarded through the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) process to a current provider holding a similar NHS Standard Contract and will commence from 01 December 2025 to 30 November 2026, with a potential extension of 12 months. The contract value is approximately £40,000, supported by regulations governing health care service provider selections. The award was confirmed on 09 February 2026, with no challenges during the standstill period.

Parenting Support Service

Description: The services to be provided for under this contract are Parenting Support Services. We are intending to award a contract to an existing provider, following the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Direct Award Process C. The approximate lifetime value of the contract is PS819,965. The contract term runs from 01 March 2026 until 31 March 2027 with an extension option of 12 months.

Summary: The NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board is seeking to award a contract for Parenting Support Services, classified under health services, with the procurement process following the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Direct Award Process C. This contract covers the period from 1 March 2026 to 31 March 2027, with a potential extension of 12 months, offering a total estimated value of £819,965. Located in Dorchester, UK, the procurement is managed via a limited method without prior competition call, specifically designated under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. The contract was awarded on 28 October 2025, and identified as complete, representing a key opportunity for existing service providers in the region to deliver these specified parenting support services.

Swanage Town Council - Tender for Insurance Services

Description: Swanage Town Council wishes to invite tenders from insurance providers with experience of town and parish council operations. It requires comprehensive cover for its properties and activities for a three year period commencing 1 April 2026, with an option to extend. The council does not currently have cyber insurance, but quotes should include this category. The council will be undertaking a multi-million pound capital project within the term of this period of cover. The tender should state if additional project cover would be required, or whether project insurance would be included within the insurance schedule as tendered. The council also acts as the corporate trustee for several charitable trusts, with land and asset ownership. Tender submissions should state if the trust assets will be covered under the council's (read more...)

Summary: Swanage Town Council, located in South West England, is seeking tenders for comprehensive insurance services through an open procurement method. This tender, titled "Swanage Town Council - Tender for Insurance Services," aims to cover the council's properties and activities for a three-year period starting from 1 April 2026. It highlights the need for insurance in the event of floods and includes cyber insurance quotes, covering various assets, including those of charitable trusts where the council acts as a corporate trustee. The tender documents, including specifics on additional project cover requirements for a capital project, ensure potential bidders have sufficient details. The deadline for the tender submission is set for 4 March 2026 at noon.