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E-Scooter Hire Service in Dorchester, Weymouth and Portland

Description: This procurement is for the mobilisation and provision of an e-Scooter hire service across the Dorchester, Weymouth and Portland areas.

Summary: Dorset Council plans to mobilise and provide an e-scooter hire service across Dorchester, Weymouth and Portland. The service is intended to provide shared e-scooter rental in these areas. The procurement is categorised as a service and is being considered as a concession. Dorset Council’s preliminary market engagement explored the feasibility of a wider potential scheme covering Weymouth, Portland, Chickerell and Dorchester; the stated procurement scope names Dorchester, Weymouth and Portland. The council is the buyer. The service will be delivered in Dorset, in the areas named above. This is an early-stage proposal: the council has set out its intention to procure, but has not issued an invitation to tender.

Demolition, Design and Construction of Howard's Lane Public Toilets, Howard's Lane, Wareham

Description: Wareham Town Council invites tenders from suitably experienced contractors to demolish the existing public toilet block at Howard's Lane, Wareham, Dorset BH20 4HU, and to design and build a new public toilet facility on the same site. The works include: safe demolition and clearance of the existing building, including the removal of any asbestos identified by the Council's asbestos survey (which will be provided to all tenderers); construction of the new facility; connection of all services; and making good the site. Planning has been confirmed as permitted development. Bidders must also price a pay-to-use (contactless) entry system as a separately identified optional item; the Council will decide at award whether to include it. This procurement follows an earlier tender exercise for these works which did not result in (read more...)

Summary: Wareham Town Council is procuring demolition of the existing public toilet block at Howard’s Lane, followed by design and construction of a replacement public toilet facility on the same site in Wareham, Dorset. The works include safe demolition and site clearance, removal of any asbestos identified in the Council’s survey, construction of the new facility, connection of all services and making good the site. Planning has been confirmed as permitted development. Contractors must also provide a separately priced option for a contactless pay-to-use entry system; the Council will decide whether to include it in the award. The requirement is a single package of public toilet demolition and construction works, rather than separate lots.

MW2515 Harrowden Court Fire Works Phase 1

Description: Firestopping of redundant access hatches, fire stopping to the perimeter of the existing flat entrance door frames and the installation of internal FD30S door sets to the kitchen area of a block of flats at Harrowden Court, Harrowden Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU2 0SR. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Dorchester:-Fire-doors./67H57J3E39 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/67H57J3E39

Summary: Hastoe Housing Association is procuring fire-protection works at Harrowden Court, a block of flats on Harrowden Road in Luton, Bedfordshire. The work covers firestopping redundant access hatches, sealing around existing flat entrance door frames, and installing internal FD30S fire-door sets to kitchen areas. This is a single package of building works, combining fire-door installation with passive fire protection. The stated delivery location is in the United Kingdom; the site address identifies Luton. The requirement is for work to the existing building rather than a general fire-safety service or supply-only order.

MGN288 - Review of Supply Chain & Stores

Description: Magna is seeking an experienced consultancy partner to undertake an independent review of the supply chain, stores and warehouse operations that support the organisation. Whilst the primary focus will be on the procurement, storage and distribution of materials supporting Response Repairs, the review should also consider opportunities to improve stock management, demand planning and inventory processes across all services that utilise stores and materials. The review is intended to provide a comprehensive understanding of current demand, product flows, stock management practices, procurement arrangements and warehouse operations. It should assess how effectively materials are planned, purchased, stored, managed and distributed, while testing a number of existing hypotheses relating to inventory accuracy, purchasing practices, stock holding levels, material availability and operational efficiency. The review should also examine the quality and (read more...)

Summary: Magna Housing is seeking a consultancy partner to independently review the supply chain, stores and warehouse operations that support its services. The main focus is procurement, storage and distribution of materials for response repairs, with the review also covering stock management, demand planning and inventory processes across services using stores and materials. The work should assess demand, product flows, purchasing and procurement arrangements, stock practices, warehouse operations, data and reporting, forecasting, and collaboration between teams. Its purpose is to establish how well materials are planned, purchased, stored, managed and distributed, then identify practical improvements to efficiency, service delivery and value for money. Delivery is in the South West of England, with the buyer based in Dorchester.

Garage Equipment - Maintenance, Service, Repair and Calibration

Description: Contract for the provision of Garage Equipment, Maintenance, Service, Repair and Calibration for the region's in-house Fleet Vehicle Workshops.

Summary: Dorset Police is planning a regional contract for maintenance, servicing, repair and calibration of garage equipment used in the police forces’ in-house fleet vehicle workshops. The procurement also covers Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service. The five police forces involved are Avon and Somerset, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, Devon and Cornwall, and Dorset; Devon and Cornwall Police will manage the tendering process and contract on their behalf. The work combines workshop equipment support with technical inspection and testing, including calibration and repair of electrical machinery and associated equipment. Delivery is across the South West region, including Dorset, Gloucestershire and other areas of the region served by the participating forces and fire service.

Garage Equipment - Maintenance, Service, Repair and Calibration

Description: Contract for the provision of Garage Equipment, Maintenance, Service, Repair and Calibration for the region's in-house Fleet Vehicle Workshops.

Summary: Dorset Police is planning a regional contract for maintenance, servicing, repair and calibration of garage equipment used in the police forces’ in-house fleet vehicle workshops. The procurement also covers Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service. The five police forces involved are Avon and Somerset, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, Devon and Cornwall, and Dorset; Devon and Cornwall Police will manage the tendering process and contract on their behalf. The work combines workshop equipment support with technical inspection and testing, including calibration and repair of electrical machinery and associated equipment. Delivery is across the South West region, including Dorset, Gloucestershire and other areas of the region served by the participating forces and fire service.

Dental Epidemiology Survey (Oral Health Survey)

Description: This procurement is being undertaken under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 using Direct Award Process C. The contract is for the provision of the Dental Epidemiology Survey (Oral Health Survey) across the Dorset Council and Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council areas. Dorset Council is acting as the host authority on behalf of both local authorities. The service supports the statutory public health responsibility to assess and monitor oral health needs and includes survey planning, sampling, engagement with educational settings and participants, administration of consent processes, clinical examinations, data collection, quality assurance, analysis support and submission of survey data in accordance with the National Dental Epidemiology Programme and associated national guidance.

Summary: Dorset Council, acting as lead commissioner for itself and Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council, commissioned annual Dental Epidemiology Surveys, also described as Oral Health Surveys, across both council areas. The service supports statutory public health work to assess and monitor oral health needs. It covers survey planning and sampling; engagement with schools and other educational settings; participant communications and consent; clinical dental examinations; data collection and quality assurance; support for analysis; and submission of results in line with the National Dental Epidemiology Programme and national guidance. This is a public health dental research and data service rather than routine patient treatment. Delivery spans Dorset and Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, with Dorset Council acting as the host and contracting authority.

Principle Contractor for a new cemetery in Gillingham

Description: The current cemetery in Gillingham was opened in 1890 and has over 4100 interments, including ashes interments. On 26 February 2024, following an assessment of available plots, Gillingham Town Council took the decision, that with immediate effect, no new burial plots were provided at Gillingham Cemetery. Only interments in pre-purchased plots and interments of ashes are now permitted. In January 2026 Gillingham Town Council purchased agricultural land located off The Drove, Common Mead Lane, Gillingham, in a rural setting on the edge of town. In July 2026 a planning application was submitted to Dorset Council for the creation of a new cemetery. The cemetery design has been developed to harmonise with the rural landscape, minimise ecological impact, support local biodiversity and provide a peaceful, accessible environment for all (read more...)

Summary: Gillingham Town Council is seeking a principal contractor to deliver Phase 1 of a new cemetery on agricultural land off The Drove, Common Mead Lane, in Gillingham, Dorset. The works category includes construction, together with architectural, engineering and inspection services (CPV 45000000 and 71000000). The contractor will develop the existing design into detailed technical information, coordinate landscape, civil engineering, drainage and surface-water management, and support specialist subcontractor design. The scope covers construction, site logistics, programme and quality management, health and safety, change control, commissioning, snagging, defects correction and handover. The completed cemetery is intended to provide an accessible burial facility, with improved access, parking, planting, biodiversity measures and sustainable drainage.

Vehicle Livery, High Conspicuity Markings and Associated Services

Description: Dorset police are looking for a supply base for the Design, Supply, Application and Removal of Police Livery on Regional Forces Transport Fleets to include cars, light/medium vans, larger vehicles, motorcycle boats, horse boxes, trailers and other ancillary items with the following capabilities: Apply standard (Battenberg, to Contracting Authority Requirements) and one-off special vehicle livery in accordance with Home Office Scientific Development Branch, Police Vehicle Livery Specification (HOSDB 14/04, HOSDB 47/06, HOSDB 43/04, HOSDB 01/96, PSDB 43/04 and Chapter 8 Vehicle Markings, as a minimum) to include Force Crests and Bespoke Designs. This service is required to support Avon and Somerset, Devon and Cornwall, Dorset, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire Police Forces, in addition to other regional Forces who may express an interest to utilise this contract.

Summary: The Police and Crime Commissioner for Dorset is procuring vehicle livery, high-conspicuity markings and associated services for police transport fleets. The requirement covers the design, supply, application and removal of standard Battenberg livery and one-off specialist designs, including force crests and bespoke designs. Vehicles and ancillary items include cars, light and medium vans, larger vehicles, motorcycles, boats, horse boxes and trailers. The service will support Avon and Somerset, Devon and Cornwall, Dorset, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire Police Forces, with other regional forces also able to use the arrangement. Delivery is across the relevant police-force areas in England. The procurement is categorised as vehicle parts and accessories, although the core opportunity is a specialist livery and vehicle-marking service.

MGN0200 External Decoration (PPR) Contract 2027-30

Description: MGN0200 External Decoration (PPR) Contract 2027-30: Opening on 03/09/2026 at 10am via Delta eSourcing: Opening Date : 03/09/2026 10:00 Closing Date : 16/10/2026 17:00 Access Code: 274272P497

Summary: Magna Housing is seeking a contractor for external decoration works under its MGN0200 External Decoration contract. The requirement covers painting work, including painting the exteriors of buildings. It is a works contract intended for Magna Housing’s properties in the areas covered by the requirement. The opportunity is relevant to painting and decorating contractors with experience in external building maintenance and the resources to deliver a planned programme of property decoration. The work is focused on building painting rather than the supply of standalone goods or general construction services. Suppliers should review the tender requirements to confirm the specific properties, technical standards and delivery arrangements covered by the contract.