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UKRI-4863 National STEM Ambassadors programme

Description: UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) is seeking a new supplier to continue the delivery of the STEM Ambassadors programme. UKRI wants to maintain the focus on STEM in this new contract whilst also piloting activities to build further on the existing focus of the programme. The STEM Ambassadors programme is an established, recognisable national programme that supports the UK Government in its ambitions to support young people to develop STEM skills and consider career opportunities in the STEM sector by connecting them with Ambassadors that work in the sector. It is the UK's largest STEM engagement programme for young people aged 5-19. The main priorities of the renewed programme will be to: - maintain its effectiveness as a national STEM volunteering infrastructure. - implement changes that improve the (read more...)

Summary: UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) is setting the stage for a national procurement initiative titled "UKRI-4863 National STEM Ambassors programme." This programme aims to renew the delivery and focus on the UK's largest STEM engagement initiative for young people aged 5-19, spanning from 1st October 2026 to 30th September 2032. Classified under business and management consultancy services, this tender falls within the services industry category. Located in Swindon, Wiltshire, UKRI heads the process as the central government authority. Currently in the planning stage with a market engagement webinar scheduled for 16th March 2026, stakeholders can gain insights into the programme and the procurement process. The expected communication of a future notice date is set for 27th April 2026, indicating readiness for forthcoming procurement stages.

Collection and Recycling of Grade C Wood Waste

Description: Swindon Borough Council (SBC) wishes to submit to tender the requirements for a single supplier for the collection and recycling of Grade C wood waste. This will be approximately 5,600 tonnes per annum but this tonnage is not guaranteed. The contract will be for an initial period of 3 years with the ability to extend for a further period of 1 x 24 months. The estimated contract value is indicative only with no guarantee of the amount of Grade C wood to be collected and recycled under this contract. The estimated contract value based upon the approximate tonnage stated is PS675,000 across the initial 3-year term and up to PS1,125,000 across the full 5-year term. Full details relating to the services are provided in the tender documents. To (read more...)

Summary: Swindon Borough Council is presently in the tender stage for the Collection and Recycling of Grade C Wood Waste. This procurement, valued approximately at £1,125,000 over a potential full term of 5 years, seeks a single supplier to handle an anticipated 5,600 tonnes annually, though tonnage is not guaranteed. The contract, initially lasting 3 years starting from 1st July 2026, includes an extension possibility of 1 x 24 months. Business submissions are to be made via the ProContract portal by 30th March 2026 at 15:00 UK time, with enquiries due by 19th March 2026. This initiative falls under the services category and adopts an open procedure method, targeting those involved with refuse and waste-related services.

UKRI 5511

Description: Cranes - maintenance, reactive, remedial and project works

Summary: UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority located in Swindon, Wiltshire, is leading a procurement process for crane maintenance, reactive, remedial, and project works in the UK. The tender titled "UKRI 5511" falls under the services industry category with a budget of £374,400 gross. The procurement process employs an open procedure, allowing interested parties to submit their tenders electronically. Currently in the tender stage, the submission deadline is set for 16th April 2026, with an award announcement expected by the end of April. The tender period aims to engage suitable suppliers for a contract starting on 18th May 2026, spanning two years with renewal options of 1+1 years.

UKRI-5692 ISIS MUSHROOM/WISH-II Neutron Guides

Description: This Tender specifies the requirements for the supply of the MUSHROOM and WISH II neutron guides. Both are to be supplied under this contract. The guides will be installed at the ISIS Neutron and Muon Source facility in Oxfordshire. ISIS uses neutrons produced via spallation in a variety of beamlines to investigate material properties and life sciences. The MUSHROOM instrument project will deliver a new instrument to be used for indirect spectrometry located on Target Station 2, port W8.. The WISH-II instrument will deliver a cold neutron diffractometer located on Target Station 2, port E9. The requirement is to design, supply, install, test and align (approximately 37.1m for MUSHROOM and 33.3m for WISH II) of straight, elliptical neutron guide with the M-values and reflectivity described in the Tender (read more...)

Summary: UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has initiated an open tender process for the supply of MUSHROOM and WISH II neutron guides, to be installed at the ISIS Neutron and Muon Source facility in Oxfordshire. The procurement falls under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, with a focus on scientific research applications. This tender is currently active with UKRI, a central government public authority, managing the procurement process. The tender stage commenced on 25th February 2026, with submission deadlines on 1st April 2026, and the award slated for 8th April 2026. The procurement contract, valued at £1,800,000 gross, aims to deliver straight, elliptical neutron guides with specified M-values and reflectivity, targeting installation by 1st May 2026, with the contract concluding on 31st October 2027.

UKRI-5294 Integrated Waste Management & Recycling BGS

Description: 4-Year contract for Integrated Waste Management & Recycling services at BGS (single site)

Summary: The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority based in Swindon, Wiltshire, is currently in the tender stage for an Integrated Waste Management & Recycling contract at the British Geological Survey (BGS) site. This tender invites bids for a four-year service agreement focused on refuse collection services. The procurement process operates under the open procedure method, ensuring transparency and fair competition. Bidders are advised to submit their proposals electronically via the Esourcing portal by 10:00 a.m. on 31st March 2026. The contract value is estimated at £384,000 gross, and the procurement falls under the services industry category, benefitting from the GPA coverage. The awarded contract period is scheduled to commence on 18th July 2026 and continue until 17th July 2027, with potential extensions up to 2030.

Preliminary Market Engagement - All-Age Direct Payment Support Service

Description: Swindon Borough Council invites you to contribute to preliminary market engagement in relation to the development of an All-Age Direct Payments Support Service and would welcome the views of suppliers on the questions set out in the questionnaire. The intention is to invite supplier feedback to help shape the final specification and commercial model to ensure the tender delivers the optimum outcomes for the Council. Swindon Borough Council is seeking input from the market for the supply of an All-Age Direct Payment Support Service supporting adults and children with their self-directed support offer through the delivery of direct payments. This Market Engagement builds on the feedback received in our recent engagement relating to Virtual Wallets. Swindon Borough Council are committed to increase the number of people who wish (read more...)

Summary: Swindon Borough Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process focused on developing an All-Age Direct Payments Support Service. This initiative aims to enhance self-directed support for both adults and children through direct payments. Located in Swindon, United Kingdom (region UKK14), the Council is undertaking a preliminary market engagement process to gather feedback that will inform the final specification and commercial model of the tender. Business entities interested in participating are required to register through the ProContract portal by midday on 2nd March 2026. The process is classified under public authority, sub-central government, with industry categories related to community services and health services. The anticipated start date for the eventual contract is 1st September 2026 with a potential term of three years and the possibility of extension.

BGS - Total Facilities Management

Description: UKRI wishes to establish a contractual agreement to provide Total Facilities Management (TFM) to the British Geological Survey (BGS) sites. The requirement is expected to include a range of services and is intended to maximise the efficiency and effectiveness of our operations. The requirement is likely to cover the following services: *building maintenance services *grounds maintenance services *security services *cleaning services *minor and reactive works *miscellaneous FM services *minor project works Interested parties should note; the contract scope is not yet finalised and may/may not include all of the above services. The framework is expected to be in pace for 4 years with an estimated maximum value of PS16m.

Summary: UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has initiated a planning process for the provision of Total Facilities Management (TFM) services to British Geological Survey (BGS) sites across the United Kingdom. The procurement, tagged under "planning", aims to establish a framework agreement for four years, with an estimated maximum value of £16 million. Key services under consideration include building maintenance, security, cleaning, and grounds maintenance. Potential suppliers are invited to engage in a preliminary market engagement, with a supplier webinar scheduled for the week of 13th April 2026. Interested parties must express their interest by 1st April 2026. The procurement is classified under services with an emphasis on facilities management within the UKF14 region.

CSP25236 - Medical Provision for British Antarctic Survey

Description: The final date and time for the submission of bids is Monday, 9th March 2026 at 11:00. DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal. Brief Description of Requirement Medical Provision requirement The British Antarctic Survey (BAS) has a requirement for its employees and for those who travel under its sponsorship to be medically screened and to have access both to doctors in the Antarctic and top level medical cover advice, support and ultimate responsibility in the UK. Medical Service Providers Role & Responsibilities The purpose of the MSP is to provide medical and dental screening for employees, contractors and visitors as well as advice in advance of deployment primarily to the Polar regions; employ/supply the doctors that (read more...)

Summary: UK Research and Innovation has initiated a tender process for medical provision services to support the British Antarctic Survey (BAS). This contract, identified by CSP25236, focuses on delivering comprehensive medical and dental services for employees, contractors, visitors, and collaborators working in extreme regions such as Antarctica, the Arctic, and various research vessels. The procuring entity, UK Shared Business Services Ltd, manages this open procedure procurement aimed at central government public authorities. Relevant submissions must be received by 9th March 2026 via the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal, with a contract term starting on 17th April 2026 and potentially extending to 2032, following an optional 1+1 year renewal. The procurement falls under the category of medical practice and related services, emphasizing technical quality and commercial cost as part of the award criteria.

Materials Supply through Managed Stores Service

Description: Swindon Borough Council is seeking to form a contract with a suitable provider for supply of broad range of housing repairs materials and other associated items including (but not limited to) electrical, heating, paints and decorative materials, Roofing, Windows and glass, kitchens, bathroom, ironmongery, sanitaryware, clothing, doors, power tools, aggregates, insulations, gas, plumbing, highways, street lighting, timber, fencing, site safety equipment, etc. The initial contract term will be for Four (4) years with an option to extend for a further Two (2) years plus a further One (1) year extension. Estimated contract spend is PS12m across the initial 4 year contract term and PS21.3m across the potential total Seven (7) year contract term.

Summary: Swindon Borough Council is seeking to enter into a contract for the "Materials Supply through Managed Stores Service". This tender involves the provision of a diverse range of housing repair materials such as electrical, heating, sanitaryware, and site safety equipment, among others. The procurement falls under an open procedure and targets the goods industry category, specifically within the UKK14 region, Swindon. Currently active, the process is in the tender update stage with the final expression of interest deadline set for 3 March 2026, and the contract award expected by 20 April 2026. The initial contract duration is for four years starting from 1 September 2026, with options to extend up to 2033, representing a total projected spend of £21.3 million GBP should extensions be utilized.

Mental Health Services review- preliminary market engagement

Description: Swindon Borough Council invites you to contribute to preliminary market engagement in relation to Mental Health Review Project and would welcome the views of suppliers on the questions set out in the questionnaire. The intention is to invite supplier feedback to help shape the final specification and commercial model to ensure the tender delivers the optimum outcomes for the Council. Swindon Borough Council is undertaking a comprehensive review of commissioned mental health support across the locality. The aim is to better understand current provision, identify gaps, and explore opportunities to reshape services to improve outcomes for residents, families, and communities. The Council is seeking supplier insight to inform the development of a future delivery model that is sustainable, person centred, strengths based, and aligned with emerging needs and (read more...)

Summary: Swindon Borough Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process focusing on mental health services within Swindon, United Kingdom. The project is titled "Mental Health Services Review - Preliminary Market Engagement," and falls under the services category of health and social work, as well as community health services. The document outlines an engagement process for suppliers to participate in the Preliminary Market Engagement by registering through ProContract and submitting responses to the engagement questionnaire by 13th March 2026, 15:00 UK local time. It aims to gather supplier insights to shape the final specification and commercial model, which is integral to the Council's transformation activities in adult services. The preliminary market engagement notice was published on 18th February 2026.