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Hardware and Software 2026

Description: IT Hardware and Software 2026

Summary: Swindon Borough Council, a public authority under sub-central government classification, is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Hardware and Software 2026". This tender falls under the industry category of computer equipment and supplies, with a total value capped at £6,300,000 GBP. A framework-based procurement method has been chosen for this selective and competitive bidding process. The planned contract period runs from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2028, with potential for renewal. The project is located in the UKK14 region of the United Kingdom. Key dates to note include the publication of the pipeline notice on 1 May 2026, while the procurement process is currently at the planning stage.

GWR - Provision of Freight Operating Company (FOC) Drivers, Person in Charge (PIC) and Shunters to support GWR in delivering passenger mitigations during planned perturbation.

Description: The tender will be split into separate lots, those submitting bids, can bid on individual lots, all lots and can also submit a bid against lot/s as a joint venture. Any joint submissions must clearly define which operator is doing what. No sub-contracting is permitted once relevant contract has been awarded. An overview is provided below of all the requirements and how the bids will be divided into sections. The lots have been divided into 7 categories: - Lot 1 - Passenger Diversions (80x and Night Riviera (cl.57 and Mk3 coaches)) and associated Empty Coaching Stock (ECS) moves to/from LNP via WLL, via GWML & South West Sidings (SWS), and Reading Train Care Depot (RTCD). - Lot 2 - Electric/hybrid loco plus Driver (with 1000v Electric Train Supply (read more...)

Summary: FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED, operating as a buyer, has initiated a tender for providing Freight Operating Company (FOC) Drivers, Person in Charge (PIC), and Shunters to support Great Western Railway (GWR) in delivering passenger mitigations during planned perturbations. This active procurement focuses on the industry category of railway transport services and is structured into multiple lots, allowing bids on individual or grouped lots. The open procurement method utilises a competitive and flexible procedure, with key stages including an Expression of Interest (EOI) and a tender period set to conclude on 10th June 2026. Interested parties must adhere to specified submission terms, with certain allowances for electronic submissions and bids presented in English only. The procurement's legal basis is under UKPGA 2023/54, indicating an adherence to current UK legislative standards, and provides an estimated contract value of £16,000,000. The contract spans several strategic locations across the UK, with a deadline for clarifications set for 26th May 2026.

ITT - E-Learning Training Content - UID 240

Description: Historic England (HE) are inviting suppliers to bid for e-learning training content for Historic England staff. The provision will be provided by a single supplier, up to the value stated in the contract advertisement over the 2 year + 1 year possible extension period. The requirement should offer a comprehensive range of e learning courses for 500 users, with provision for up to 100 additional licences. Please see ITT for further details.

Summary: Historic England is inviting suppliers for an open procurement process to provide e-learning training content for its staff. The procurement, titled "ITT - E-Learning Training Content - UID 240,” falls under the services category and is valued at up to £118,800. Interested suppliers, capable of delivering a comprehensive range of e-learning courses for 500 users, with the possibility of issuing up to 100 additional licences, are encouraged to participate. The tender process is currently in the active stage, with key deadlines including the tender submission end date on 26th May 2026 and the enquiry period closing on 20th May 2026. The contract is set to commence on 17th June 2026, and runs until 16th June 2028, with a potential one-year extension. The procurement is identified under the CPV code 80420000, indicating a focus on e-learning services, and adheres to an open competition method.

UKRI-6032 Registered Building Inspector Services

Description: UKRI's Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) Estates and Projects is seeking to appoint a provider of statutory building control inspection services to support a range of estate projects across UKRI and STFC sites in England. Projects may include new construction, refurbishment, alteration works and specialist facilities associated with research and laboratory environments. The services will support UKRI projects through statutory building control assessment, inspection and compliance verification in accordance with applicable legislation.

Summary: UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government authority located in Swindon, Wiltshire, is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "UKRI-6032 Registered Building Inspector Services". This procurement relates to statutory building control inspection services for various estate projects across UKRI and the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) sites in England. The industry category for this procurement is technical inspection services, and it involves a value of £2.5 million. A virtual market engagement event is scheduled for 21 May 2026, allowing potential suppliers to understand the requirements better, with a deadline to express interest by 19 May 2026. The procurement, part of a tender process, aims to commence the services on 24 September 2026, with the contract extending potentially until 23 September 2030, and it includes possible renewal options.

UKRI-6033 Building Regulations Advisor Services

Description: UKRI STFC Estates and Projects is seeking to appoint a provider of non-statutory Building Regulations advisory services to support a range of estate projects across STFC sites in England. Projects may include new construction, refurbishment, alteration works and specialist facilities associated with research and laboratory environments. The services will support UKRI and its project teams in planning, documenting and evidencing compliance with the Building Regulations. Services will be instructed under the contract and may be further defined by project-specific instruction, purchase order, scope, programme, deliverables and fees.

Summary: The upcoming public procurement process is being initiated by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) for the provision of non-statutory Building Regulations advisory services under the title "UKRI-6033 Building Regulations Advisor Services". The procurement falls under the service category of building consultancy services and will cater to various estate projects across Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) sites in England. This process is currently in the planning stage, with a Market Engagement Event scheduled on 21 May 2026. The contract for the services is expected to run from 24 September 2026 to 23 September 2030, with a potential extension up to 23 September 2031. The anticipated value of the contract is £2,500,000 with an overall cost cap of £3,000,000. The procedure embraces engagement with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), providing opportunities for diverse participation.

UKRI-5996 BGS North Sea Late Cenozoic Environments

Description: The British Geological Survey (BGS), acting on behalf of the European Consortium for Ocean Research Drilling (ECORD), requires a marine coring capability and suitable vessel to operate offshore southern North Sea, Netherlands or Denmark, for a scientific drilling and coring campaign for a period of 30 days (estimated) between April and May 2027. This scientific coring project seeks to extend our understanding of Earth's dynamics during the last 50 ice ages and the warmer periods between them. The North Sea Basin is an area that was heavily impacted by these ice age cycles as climate fluctuated between fully glacial to warmer-than-present conditions. The continuous sediment accumulation found in this marine environment should be thought of as a 'tape recorder' that contain an almost complete record of glacial-interglacial episodes, (read more...)

Summary: UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) is currently in the planning stage of its procurement process for the project titled "UKRI-5996 BGS North Sea Late Cenozoic Environments." This initiative, falling under the services industry category and specifically focusing on offshore drilling services, aims to undertake a 30-day scientific drilling and coring campaign in the southern North Sea off the coasts of the Netherlands and Denmark. The main goal is to explore and gain insights into the Earth's historical climate patterns. The procurement process is still in planning, with key dates including an expression of interest due by 30th June 2026 and future notices planned for 2nd July 2026. The total budget for this project is estimated at €15,000,000, funded by central government public authority.

Integrated Sexual Health Services

Description: Commissioning of the integrated sexual health service, which features the core clinical service, digital service, Long-Acting Reversible Contraception in GPs and Outreach service

Summary: Swindon Borough Council is planning a procurement process for the commissioning of Integrated Sexual Health Services, which encompasses core clinical services, digital services, Long-Acting Reversible Contraception in GP practices, and Outreach services. The procurement is categorised under Health and social work services and falls within the region of UKK14, United Kingdom. This process is currently in the planning stage, with documents published on 29th April 2026, and a future communication notice date set for 8th July 2026. The open procedure method will be utilised, and the contract period is planned to begin on 1st April 2027, extending potentially up to 2036. The value of the tender stands at £26,730,000, with a gross amount of £32,076,000.

Apprenticeship Providers

Description: Tender for providers for join a framework for Apprenticeship courses level 2-6

Summary: Swindon Borough Council is initiating a planned tender process for "Apprenticeship Providers," aimed at establishing a framework for apprenticeship courses ranging from levels 2 to 6. Categorised under Education and training services, the procurement process is at the planning stage with a future notice expected on 1st June 2026. The procurement method is open, with an anticipated contract period beginning on 1st September 2026 and ending on 31st August 2031. The project location is primarily in the South West England region, specifically Swindon, UK. The total framework value is estimated at £3,600,000 gross, emphasising a light-touch regime suited for services. Swindon Borough Council, a public authority at sub-central government level, is overseeing the procurement, with key contact available at kmills3@swindon.gov.uk.

Integrated Sexual Health Services

Description: Commissioning of the integrated sexual health service, which features the core clinical service, digital service, Long-Acting Reversible Contraception in GPs and Outreach service

Summary: Swindon Borough Council is planning a procurement process for the commissioning of Integrated Sexual Health Services, which encompasses core clinical services, digital services, Long-Acting Reversible Contraception in GP practices, and Outreach services. The procurement is categorised under Health and social work services and falls within the region of UKK14, United Kingdom. This process is currently in the planning stage, with documents published on 29th April 2026, and a future communication notice date set for 8th July 2026. The open procedure method will be utilised, and the contract period is planned to begin on 1st April 2027, extending potentially up to 2036. The value of the tender stands at £26,730,000, with a gross amount of £32,076,000.

DN814638 - Sanford House Management Agreement

Description: Sanford House is a centralised community hub accommodating a range of voluntary sector and support organisations. This procurement relates to a Management Agreement for Sanford House, covering the overall operational management of the building and its shared facilities. A lease for Sanford House will be granted to the successful bidder and will co-terminate with the Management Agreement, with Swindon Borough Council retaining ownership of the property. The appointed Management Provider will be responsible for the day to day coordination of shared office accommodation and delivery of facilities management services, working collaboratively with the Council as property owner. Responsibilities include coordination of tenant arrangements, service delivery, room bookings and use, utilities management and recharges, building access, and compliance with shared space protocols. The contract value includes utilities funding, which (read more...)

Summary: Swindon Borough Council is currently in the tender stage for the Sanford House Management Agreement, which involves the operational management of the Sanford House community hub. This procurement opportunity falls under the industry categories of facilities management and property management services. It is located in Swindon, UK, and features an initial contract term of six months, with options for extension up to two years. The procurement method is selective, employing a competitive flexible procedure. Key dates include the enquiry period ending on 6th May 2026 and the submission deadline for Stage 1 tender responses being 13th May 2026. Interested suppliers must register and submit their bids through the ProContract portal. The contract has an estimated maximum value of £204,000 over the potential two-year term.