Public Affairs (PA) and Public Relations (PR) Consultancy Services Framework

Description: Aster Group is undergoing a strategic transformation aimed at enhancing public engagement, improving stakeholder relationships, and increasing visibility across its key housing sectors. As part of this initiative, we require expert PA/PR Consultancy services to support our internal team and boost our communications strategy, manage media relations, and ensure consistent messaging across all platforms. It is the intention of Aster Group therefore to establish a framework agreement with suitably qualified Supplier(s) who will provide selected PA/PR Consultancy Services to meet needs that cannot be met in-house by its own provision, or where additional knowledge and expertise is required. We intend to establish a framework with 3 Lots as follows: Lot 1 - Public Affairs (PA) Services Lot 2 - Public Relations (PR) Services Lot 3 - Ad hoc (read more...)

Summary: Aster Group Limited is facilitating a procurement process for a Public Affairs (PA) and Public Relations (PR) Consultancy Services Framework. This initiative is focused on enhancing public engagement, stakeholder relations, and visibility in the housing sector. The procurement method is a competitive flexible procedure involving a two-stage process with interviews, and aims to establish a framework with three lots covering Public Affairs Services, Public Relations Services, and Ad Hoc Special Projects. The tender, valued at approximately £770,557, has an active status and is currently in the Tender stage with an expression of interest deadline set for 16th January 2026. The services framework will commence on 20th April 2026, following an award period ending on 23rd March 2026. Strategic communication, media relations, and innovative campaigning are among the core requirements, alongside a nuanced understanding of the political environment. The buying organisation is located in Devizes, UK.

HE0915 M4 Junction 17 Improvement Works

Description: Wiltshire Council are procuring a contract for the delivery of the M4 Junction 17 improvement works, with a view to awarding the contract in early spring 2026. Scope of Works The proposed scheme includes: * Installation of traffic signals on all roundabout approaches * Carriageway widening throughout the junction * Increasing the number of traffic lanes across the motorway bridges from two to three * Widening of the circulatory carriageway The successful contractor must be capable of working on the National Highways network and experienced in delivering complex highway infrastructure improvements. Delivery Phases (estimated) The contract will be delivered in two phases: * Phase 1 - Early Contractor Involvement (ECI): Spring 2026 - Autumn 2026 * Phase 2 - Construction: 2027 (subject to approval of the Full Business (read more...)

Summary: Wiltshire Council is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process for the HE0915 M4 Junction 17 Improvement Works, situated within Trowbridge, United Kingdom. This procurement involves construction work under the category of motorway infrastructure enhancement. The project includes improvements like installation of traffic signals, carriageway widening, and increasing the number of traffic lanes on motorway bridges. The project budget is £27 million and is scheduled to be delivered in two phases, starting with Early Contractor Involvement in spring 2026 and followed by construction in 2027, pending approval by the Department for Transport. Interested bidders should note the submission deadline is set for 9th January 2026, with an enquiry period ending on 12th December 2025.

Trowbridge Town Council - Multi Use Games Area Refurbishment

Description: Trowbridge Town Council are inviting tenders from competent interested parties to refurbish the existing Multi Use Games Area in Trowbridge Park. The refurbishment required is for a 3G cork infill pitch with drainage. Inline with the football foundation specifications. It is expected that all companies wishing to tender must be a SAPCA member.

Summary: Trowbridge Town Council is seeking tenders for the refurbishment of its Multi Use Games Area in Trowbridge Park, with the procurement process in the tender update stage. The Council, a sub-central government public authority based in the United Kingdom, aims to upgrade the facility to a 3G cork infill pitch with appropriate drainage, aligning with Football Foundation specifications. This project is classified under the 'Construction work for sports facilities' category. Interested bidders have until 16th December 2025 at 12:00 PM to submit their tenders, while the enquiry period concludes on 9th December 2025 at 11:59 PM. The procurement method is an open competition, allowing a wide participation under a below-threshold process.

HE0915 M4 Junction 17 Improvement Works

Description: Wiltshire Council are procuring a contract for the delivery of the M4 Junction 17 improvement works, with a view to awarding the contract in early spring 2026. Scope of Works The proposed scheme includes: * Installation of traffic signals on all roundabout approaches * Carriageway widening throughout the junction * Increasing the number of traffic lanes across the motorway bridges from two to three * Widening of the circulatory carriageway The successful contractor must be capable of working on the National Highways network and experienced in delivering complex highway infrastructure improvements. Delivery Phases (estimated) The contract will be delivered in two phases: * Phase 1 - Early Contractor Involvement (ECI): Spring 2026 - Autumn 2026 * Phase 2 - Construction: 2027 (subject to approval of the Full Business (read more...)

Summary: Wiltshire Council is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process for the HE0915 M4 Junction 17 Improvement Works, situated within Trowbridge, United Kingdom. This procurement involves construction work under the category of motorway infrastructure enhancement. The project includes improvements like installation of traffic signals, carriageway widening, and increasing the number of traffic lanes on motorway bridges. The project budget is £27 million and is scheduled to be delivered in two phases, starting with Early Contractor Involvement in spring 2026 and followed by construction in 2027, pending approval by the Department for Transport. Interested bidders should note the submission deadline is set for 9th January 2026, with an enquiry period ending on 12th December 2025.

Westbury Town Council Public Toilet Refurbishment

Description: In accordance with The Public Contracts Regulations 2015 Westbury Town Council (WTC) is inviting tenders for the Design and Refurbishment of two public toilets in Westbury, Wiltshire. These facilities were leased from Wiltshire Council to Westbury Town Council and are shown in the at the locations shown below: There are 2 sites for refurbishment as per below. Warminster Road, BA13 3PE - W3W describe.flats.eclipses High Street BA13 3BW - W3W interests.removing.defended The contract will be let under a JCT Design & Build Contract (Minor Works 2024). To the best of WTC's knowledge neither site requires planning permission for the refurbishment works to be undertaken. A site visit day has been arranged for 11 a.m on 31 October 2025 and the process for questions and clarifications is described within (read more...)

Summary: Westbury Town Council is inviting tenders for the design and refurbishment of two public toilets located in Westbury, Wiltshire. This procurement falls under the construction industry category and is part of an active tender process. The refurbishment involves sites at Warminster Road and High Street, both of which do not require planning permission for the intended works. The procurement is conducted under an open procedure, with an estimated contract value of £250,000 and a contract period set from 9th February 2026 to 27th April 2026. Key dates include a site visit scheduled for 31st October 2025, a deadline for tender submissions on 5th December 2025, and an anticipated notification of intent to award on 12th January 2026.

Trowbridge Town Council - Multi Use Games Area Refurbishment

Description: Trowbridge Town Council are inviting tenders from competent interested parties to refurbish the existing Multi Use Games Area in Trowbridge Park. The refurbishment required is for a 3G cork infill pitch with drainage. Inline with the football foundation specifications. It is expected that all companies wishing to tender must be a SAPCA member.

Summary: Trowbridge Town Council is seeking tenders for the refurbishment of its Multi Use Games Area in Trowbridge Park, with the procurement process in the tender update stage. The Council, a sub-central government public authority based in the United Kingdom, aims to upgrade the facility to a 3G cork infill pitch with appropriate drainage, aligning with Football Foundation specifications. This project is classified under the 'Construction work for sports facilities' category. Interested bidders have until 16th December 2025 at 12:00 PM to submit their tenders, while the enquiry period concludes on 9th December 2025 at 11:59 PM. The procurement method is an open competition, allowing a wide participation under a below-threshold process.

Multi Use Games Area MUGA Refurbishment

Description: Multi Use Games Area (MUGA) refurbishment Introduction Trowbridge Town Council are inviting tenders from competent interested parties to refurbish the existing Multi Use Games Area in Trowbridge Park. The refurbishment required is for a 3G cork infill pitch with drainage. Inline with the football foundation specifications. It is expected that all companies wishing to tender must be a SAPCA member. Location The MUGA is centrally located in the Trowbridge Town park. What3words location: ///digitally.gasping.fingertip History The Multi Use Games Area is a very well used facility. The existing MUGA was last resurfaced over 5 years ago. Recently the drainage on the existing tarmacadam surface has become an issue and alternatives have been sought. In conjunction with our consultants, we are seeking to upgrade the existing facility to a (read more...)

Summary: Trowbridge Town Council is seeking bids for the refurbishment of a Multi Use Games Area (MUGA) located in Trowbridge Park, with the project falling under the construction work for sports facilities category. This procurement process is in the tender amendment stage as of 21 November 2025, following the initial tender published on 20 November 2025. The project involves upgrading the facility to a 3G cork infill pitch with drainage, adhering to Football Foundation specifications. Qualified companies must submit their tenders by the deadline of 16 December 2025. The contract, valued at £60,000, is set to commence on 1 April 2026 and complete by 15 April 2026, and Trowbridge Town Council prioritises quality over price in their assessment criteria.

Multi Use Games Area MUGA Refurbishment

Description: Multi Use Games Area (MUGA) refurbishment Introduction Trowbridge Town Council are inviting tenders from competent interested parties to refurbish the existing Multi Use Games Area in Trowbridge Park. The refurbishment required is for a 3G cork infill pitch with drainage. Inline with the football foundation specifications. It is expected that all companies wishing to tender must be a SAPCA member. Location The MUGA is centrally located in the Trowbridge Town park. What3words location: ///digitally.gasping.fingertip History The Multi Use Games Area is a very well used facility. The existing MUGA was last resurfaced over 5 years ago. Recently the drainage on the existing tarmacadam surface has become an issue and alternatives have been sought. In conjunction with our consultants, we are seeking to upgrade the existing facility to a (read more...)

Summary: Trowbridge Town Council is seeking bids for the refurbishment of a Multi Use Games Area (MUGA) located in Trowbridge Park, with the project falling under the construction work for sports facilities category. This procurement process is in the tender amendment stage as of 21 November 2025, following the initial tender published on 20 November 2025. The project involves upgrading the facility to a 3G cork infill pitch with drainage, adhering to Football Foundation specifications. Qualified companies must submit their tenders by the deadline of 16 December 2025. The contract, valued at £60,000, is set to commence on 1 April 2026 and complete by 15 April 2026, and Trowbridge Town Council prioritises quality over price in their assessment criteria.

UK2 - Pipeline Notice (Primary Dental Care (PDC) system to replace the Defence Medical Information Capability Programme (DMICP))

Description: Procurement of a Primary Dental Care (PDC) IT System to support the Defence Medical Services (DMS) dentistry service who employ approximately 800 trained dentists, therapists, hygienists, technicians, dental nurses, locums, and administrative support staff. The PDC will need to support dental facilities on fixed and deployed operations (including training exercises and on ships) which will have limited or no connectivity for possibly long periods of time.

Summary: The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is spearheading a procurement process under planning status to replace the Defence Medical Information Capability Programme with a new Primary Dental Care (PDC) system. Scheduled for an Industry Day on 10 December 2025, this initiative is part of Programme CORTISONE, aimed at enhancing digital healthcare for the UK Armed Forces. Located in Corsham, United Kingdom, the MoD seeks to engage with potential suppliers to establish a digital dental service ecosystem, leveraging medical software packages categorized under the "Medical software package" CPV code 48180000. Interested parties must register by 3 December 2025 to attend the event, with the procurement process expected to commence with notices by 10 March 2026 and contract commencement in September 2026 through a competitive flexible procedure.

Health Cash Plan Provision

Description: Enable the offering of a Health Cash Plan benefit to Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) Employees. Access to the Health Cash Plan benefit will enable Dstl to offer a greater breath of benefits to employees that specifically help support and contribute to themselves and their families Health and Wellbeing both inside and outside of the workplace. Dstl is seeking to maximise value for money by offering a wide variety of benefits which are of no or limited cost to Dstl and reduced cost to the individual with the aim of improving engagement and staff satisfaction, whilst ensuring an excellent level of service that also meets our security and digital requirements.

Summary: The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), a central government public authority based in Salisbury, is currently managing an active tender for the provision of a Health Cash Plan. The main procurement category is services, specifically within company health services, classified under CPV code 85147000. This open procedure tender is intended to enhance the range of benefits available to Dstl employees, specifically geared towards supporting health and wellbeing. The procurement process includes a tender stage with a submission deadline on 19th December 2025, and an award period concluding on 12th January 2026. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st February 2026, providing services across multiple regions in the UK, including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK, with an estimated value of £150,000 GBP.