RFQ - Technical retrofit training for architects, surveyors, and SPAB helpline (UID 146)

Description: Historic England seeks to commission trainers with technical expertise in building performance evaluation to design and deliver online workshops. These workshops are for Historic England staff and will support knowledge and confidence in the application of Historic England's Advice Note (HEAN) 18 Adapting Historic Buildings for Energy and Carbon Efficiency, released in summer 2024. These workshops will be part of a wider learning programme Historic England are developing to support the application of HEAN18.

Summary: Historic England, a public authority within the sub-central government sector, is seeking to commission trainers for an online workshop series focused on technical retrofit training for architects, surveyors, and the SPAB helpline. The procurement process is at the tender stage under an open competition model with submissions accepted electronically until 15th December 2025. The workshops aim to enhance understanding of Historic England's Advice Note 18, which addresses adapting historic buildings for energy and carbon efficiency. The initiative forms part of a broader learning programme, and interested bidders can find further details and submit responses through the provided procurement system link. The workshops will be delivered to Historic England's team in the United Kingdom, catering specifically to the education and training services, building consultancy services, and preservation of historical buildings categories.

UKRI-5300 BAS - Provision of DriX USV Operation services

Description: UKRI is seeking to appoint a supplier to provide operation services of the DriX USV for the British Antarctic Survey.

Summary: UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority, is actively seeking suppliers for the provision of DriX Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) operation services for the British Antarctic Survey. This tender falls under the 'services' category, specifically "Pilot services" in the CPV classification, and is located in Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom. Currently in the Tender stage of procurement, this process follows an open procedure with interested parties invited to register by 13th January 2026, with tender documents accessible via UKRI's eSourcing platform. The enquiry period ends on 30th December 2025, and the contract is expected to be awarded by 27th January 2026.

UKRI-4667 NERC Research Vessels Refit, Upgrade and Maintenance Services

Description: UKRI wishes to establish a Framework Agreement for the provision of refit, upgrade and maintenance services for the RRS Sir David Attenborough. The Framework Agreement (Agreement) will be awarded to a single Supplier for a period of two years with an extension option of up to two years (2+1+1). The Supplier will also be able to provide global support should emergency repairs/dockings be required to be undertaken outside of scheduled maintenance periods. The Agreement will: * ensure vessels are maintained to the standards required by UKRI. * ensure vessels are maintained in accordance with Flag State and Classification Society requirements. * provide continuity in maintenance standards and utilise one organisation that will gain experience and knowledge of the RRS Sir David Attenborough * cover the global footprint of (read more...)

Summary: The public procurement process initiated by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) seeks to establish a Framework Agreement for refit, upgrade, and maintenance services of the RRS Sir David Attenborough research vessel. This opportunity falls under the industry category of ship repair and maintenance services within the UK. The procurement is currently at the 'tender' stage, with the tender period ending on 16th January 2026, and subsequent potential award by 26th February 2026. UKRI plans to award the agreement to a single supplier, with contract execution beginning on 1st April 2026 and continuing for up to four years, inclusive of extension options. The procurement method is an open procedure, indicating a transparent and competitive process.

Preliminary Market Engagement - Liden Brook Bridge Maintenance Works - Southern Connector Road

Description: Swindon Borough Council invites market engagement from suitably qualified and experienced service providers ahead of an upcoming tendering activity associated with maintenance and remedial works at Liden Brook Bridge (Southern Connector Road, Swindon). This follows an earlier PME activity from summer 2025. Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) helps the Council develop its detailed understanding of the current supply market by gathering key information from suppliers that will help inform the planning and conduct of future procurement procedures. Project Description The Council has worked with a design engineer to develop the proposed maintenance works detailed design package. The primary matters identified for remedial works include excessive translational movement arising in several elastomeric bearings and excessive settlements on the approach to the bridge. There are several other defects that are present (read more...)

Summary: The procurement process is being organised by Swindon Borough Council, aiming at maintenance and remedial works for Liden Brook Bridge located on the Southern Connector Road in Swindon, United Kingdom. The process is currently in the planning stage with a focus on Preliminary Market Engagement (PME), which seeks input from qualified suppliers. The industry category for this process is construction work, underlining the engaging nature of infrastructure development projects. The PME started on 3rd December 2025 and suppliers are invited to respond by submitting their insights via the ProContract tender portal by 9th January 2026, 12:00 noon UK local time. Subsequent tender procedures are anticipated for spring 2026, employing a competitive flexible procedure evaluated on price and quality questions, including interviews.

UKRI-4940 Commercial Waste Collection & Recycling

Description: UKRI wishes to appoint a Contractor capable of delivering a fully integrated and seamless commercial waste management and recycling service for a period of four plus one years. (4+1). The waste supplier will need to meet key criteria set out in the 5-year STFC Environmental Sustainability Strategy (2025-2030) which contains commitments on waste and resource efficiency. Our waste supplier has a significant role to play in both STFC's Environmental Sustainability Strategy and the Greening Government Commitments which run to 2030.

Summary: UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) is currently in the tender stage for the contract titled "UKRI-4940 Commercial Waste Collection & Recycling," aiming to secure a contractor to deliver integrated waste management and recycling services aligned with the STFC Environmental Sustainability Strategy from 2025 to 2030. The opportunity falls under the industry category "Refuse and waste related services" and is offered through an open procedure. The contract is set in Swindon, Wiltshire, UK, with submissions accepted until 16 January 2026, followed by an award period concluding on 2 February 2026. Key features include a 4+1 year contract term potentially extendable for an additional year, addressing waste management and recycling commitments integral to UKRI's sustainability goals.

Preliminary Market Engagement For Responsive and Scheduled Maintenance of Air Conditioning Units, Air Handling Units, Dehumidifiers

Description: Swindon Borough Council invites you to contribute to preliminary market engagement in relation to providing responsive and scheduled annual, bi-annual and quarterly maintenance of its air conditioning/air handling units and dehumidifier systems/units within our properties (6 Sheltered Housing schemes & 20 Corporate Civic buildings) comprising of approximately 180 assets. The Council intends on tendering a service and maintenance contract complying with all relevant British Standards and regulations with regards to air conditioning, air handling units and dehumidifiers systems which would also include repairing any faulty system/unit as and when required. This contract is proposed to include all call outs, fault investigations, repairs, labour, materials and travel related costs and will be required 24 hours, 7 days a week (including weekends and Bank Holidays). Reported daytime faults between 8-5pm (read more...)

Summary: Swindon Borough Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Preliminary Market Engagement For Responsive and Scheduled Maintenance of Air Conditioning Units, Air Handling Units, Dehumidifiers." This project falls under the industry categories of air-conditioning installations, heating, ventilation, air-conditioning installation work, and miscellaneous repair and maintenance services. Located in the South West of England (region UKK14), the procurement seeks feedback from potential suppliers on the maintenance needs of air conditioning and handling units across its sheltered housing schemes and corporate civic buildings. The Council has scheduled a preliminary market engagement exercise to garner insights into market interest, contract length, capacity, and timescales. Stakeholders are invited to participate by 15:00 on 7th January 2026. The planned contract, valued at £200,000 with a gross amount of £240,000, is expected to commence on 1st May 2026 and could last until 30th April 2029, with potential renewals extending to 2031.

UKRI 5193 - High Pressure Systems

Description: Procurement of two new fully automated 10Kbar inert gas intensifier systems incorporating an "easy to use customer friendly" interface

Summary: The procurement process initiated by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) involves the acquisition of two fully automated 10Kbar inert gas intensifier systems with a user-friendly interface. Categorised under industrial machinery, this procurement pertains to the central government and is being conducted through an open procedure. Located in the UK, the process is currently in the tender stage, with critical dates being the end of the enquiry period on 19th December 2025, submission deadline on 9th January 2026, and the award scheduled for completion by 30th January 2026. UKRI, the central government buyer, is based at Polaris House in Swindon, Wiltshire.

UKRI-5000 Construction Minor works

Description: UKRI-STFC requires a construction minor works framework that is capable of supporting the Estates Transformation Strategy. The include scope shall be; General Building works may include but not be limited to ceilings, doors, walls, structural steelworks, roofs, masonry, scaffolding, carpentry and joinery, plastering, and can include small mechanical and electrical works of part of a main building project. Mechanical works may include boiler, gas fired water heater or calorifier replacements, pipework modifications or replacement, associated elements including controls, pipework thermal insulation, external services installation, ventilation and cooling works. Electrical works may include switch gear/distribution board replacement, alterations to or replacement of wiring infrastructure, modifications, and additions to general and specialist electrical installations, lighting replacement, lighting controls, external cable infrastructure replacement. Works Categories (Lots) General Works - offices, labs, (read more...)

Summary: The procurement process for the "UKRI-5000 Construction Minor works" is currently in the planning stage, initiated by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority based in Swindon, Wiltshire. The tender focuses on the construction industry, aiming to support UKRI's Estates Transformation Strategy through a minor works framework encompassing various construction activities from general building to specialised mechanical and electrical works. A key milestone of this procurement is a supplier engagement webinar scheduled for 12th December 2025, with registration closing on 11th December 2025. The targeted geographical delivery is set within the region of UKJ, United Kingdom, with the contract period spanning from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2030.

CA16816 - Fire and Security Services

Description: New College Swindon is seeking the provision of Fire & Security Services. The contract will commence on 1st May 2026 for a period of 3 years, with the option to extend by 1 + 1 years. Estimate contract value 1.4 million Includes Lots: Lot 1: Lot 1 Fire Alarm Systems Lot 2: Lot 2 Smoke Vents Lot 3: Lot 3 Fire Detection & Life Safety Lot 4: Lot 4 Access Control & Intercom Lot 5: Lot 5 CCTV Systems Lot 6: Lot 6 Intruder & Panic Alarms Lot 7: Lot 7 Fire Extinguishers Lot 8: Lot 8 Dry Risers Lot 9: Lot 9 Fire Risk Assessmnets Lot 10: Lot 10 Roller Shutters & Auto Doors Lot 11: Lot 11 Car Park Barriers Lot 12: Lot 12 Lighting Protection (read more...)

Summary: New College Swindon is inviting tenders for the provision of Fire and Security Services under the title "CA16816 - Fire and Security Services". This opportunity, relevant to the security services industry, covers various regions including the United Kingdom and beyond, making it a versatile contract for businesses with wide-ranging capabilities. The procurement is at the tender stage with an open procedure, scheduled to conclude on 22nd January 2026 at 10:00 AM. The contract will commence on 1st May 2026, running for three years with potential extensions, and is valued at approximately 1.4 million GBP. The scope includes services spanning from fire alarm systems to physical security guards, divided into 16 lots.

ITT - Fort Cumberland - Electrical Infrastructure upgrade (UID 150)

Description: The upgrade and replacement of the existing electrical infrastructure at Fort Cumberland, Portsmouth, which is a scheduled monument. The work is to include the upgrade of the main distribution board located in the site's substation, various other distribution boards around the site and the trenching and replacement of the existing underground cabling that supplies each board, plus addition minor works of clipping existing cabling to structures and the removal of a small wind turbine system that is now obsolete.

Summary: Historic England is inviting tenders for the project titled "ITT - Fort Cumberland - Electrical Infrastructure upgrade (UID 150)" in Portsmouth. This tender falls under the works category, specifically targeting electrical installation work. The procurement process is currently at the Tender stage and utilises an open procurement method. The tender includes upgrading the electrical infrastructure of Fort Cumberland, a scheduled monument, and is structured as a below threshold, open competition. Key deadlines include the enquiry period ending on 16th December 2025, and the tender period concluding on 22nd December 2025. The contract's execution is planned for 19th January 2026 to 31st March 2026, giving prospective contractors a concise timeline to submit their proposals through the provided procurement portal.