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Specialist Technical and Commercial Advisory for Rail and Other Transport Systems Framework (STARFour)

Description: In line with its commitment to increasing investment in the UK's transport infrastructure, the Department for Transport (DfT) requires ongoing access to high-quality, specialist technical and commercial advisory services. This need is currently fulfilled through the STARThree Framework, which succeeded the Specialist Technical Advisory for Rail (STARTwo) Framework--both managed by the Department's Group Commercial Directorate (GCD). The Department for Transport intends to publish the STARFour Framework, a fourth generation, closed, multi-lot framework agreement to succeed the STARThree Framework (expiring July 2027). However, this will be subject to approvals and market engagement feedback. STARFour will provide continued access to specialist technical and commercial advisory services across all transport sectors, supporting the Department, its ALBs, and other qualifying bodies. Building on the success of STARThree, the new framework will encourage (read more...)

Summary: The Department for Transport (DfT), located at Great Minster House, London, UK, is in the planning stage of launching the Specialist Technical and Commercial Advisory for Rail and Other Transport Systems Framework (STARFour). This procurement initiative falls under the services category, primarily targeting transport infrastructure. The preliminary market engagement for this multi-lot framework began on 2nd July 2026, with feedback requested by 28th January 2026. This framework aims to continue from the STARThree Framework, expiring in 2027, with procurement notices expected to be published around 20th July 2026.

NRW Forestry Infrastructure Construction & Maintenance FWA 2026

Description: A pipeline notice for NRW Forestry Infrastructure Construction & Maintenance FWA 2026. This framework will cover the whole of Wales and be split into 4 geographical lots: North Wales, Mid Wales, South West and South East Wales.

Summary: Natural Resources Wales is planning a procurement process for the "NRW Forestry Infrastructure Construction & Maintenance FWA 2026", focusing on engineering and construction works within the works category. The procurement, classified as a framework agreement, will cover four geographical regions across Wales: North Wales, Mid Wales, South West Wales, and South East Wales, with a gross value estimated at £48,000,000. Located in Cardiff, the buying organisation operates under the Welsh devolved regulations. The procurement is in the planning stage, with a future notice date set for 1st September 2026. The framework is set to commence on 1st December 2026 and conclude on 1st December 2030.

Southdown Pharmacy Hub

Description: Southdown Pharmacy Hub Construction

Summary: The Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust has completed the procurement process for the construction of the Southdown Pharmacy Hub located in Worthing, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the works category in the construction industry, specifically targeting refurbishment work. Managed through the direct procurement method, it was conducted below the threshold without competition. The process commenced as a tender and concluded with an award and contract signed on 26th June 2026, with contract execution from 8th July 2026 to 30th October 2027. The supplier awarded this contract is Pilbeam Construction Services Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise based in Southwick, Brighton. The contract is valued at £315,946.84, excluding VAT, and £379,136.21, including VAT.

Social Care and Education Placement

Description: Social Care and Education Placement - DNYY2649

Summary: Bristol City Council has concluded the procurement of a "Social Care and Education Placement" contract under the reference DNYY2649. This procurement process was categorised under health and social work services, specifically within the light touch regime, and implemented through a direct procurement method, below the threshold without competition. The process has progressed through the award stage with the contract now active. The procurement was initiated on 2nd July 2026 and the contract period stretches from 1st September 2026 to 31st August 2028. Notably, the council is situated at City Hall, College Green, Bristol, emphasising the contract's applicability within the UKK1 region.

18/1183 DA01 Cooper Park Improvements

Description: Direct award from Moray Council LUF Civil Engineering framework.

Summary: The Cooper Park Improvements project, conducted by Moray Council, involved a direct award from their Levelling Up Funding (LUF) Civil Engineering framework and focused on enhancements within the civil engineering sector. This procurement, classified under CPV code 45200000, related to works for complete or part construction and civil engineering tasks. Located in Elgin, Moray, with the postcode IV30 1BX in the region UKM62, the process was initiated without prior publication of a call for competition, using a limited procedure. Awarded on 2 July 2026 for £1,976,277.85, the contract was signed with Pat Munro Construction Ltd on 23 March 2026, marking the completion of the procurement cycle for this project. The process was part of the Levelling Up agenda, indicating key development timelines and milestones had been successfully met.

Website Design, Development and Hosting

Description: Sanctuary is seeking a Website Development and Content Management System provider to deliver, design and develop secure hosting maintenance and ongoing technical support for Sanctuary websites.

Summary: Sanctuary Housing Association is inviting tenders for the "Website Design, Development and Hosting" contract. This active procurement falls under the services category, specifically targeting IT services including consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The procurement utilises a competitive flexible procedure with a selective method, structured as a three-stage process. Located in Worcester, United Kingdom (UKG region), interested parties must express interest by 27th July 2026, with the award period concluding on 20th November 2026. The procurement is significant, with a gross contract value of £3,360,000 and aligns with legal frameworks established under the 2023/54 UKPGA legislation. Electronic submissions are allowed, and the entire contract is set to commence on 1st March 2027, running until 28th February 2030, with possibilities for renewal.

Higher Clough Culvert Strengthening

Description: The contract is to undertake civils works to strengthen the existing Higher Clough Culvert which supports School Lane, Norden above Naden Brook.

Summary: The procurement process conducted by Rochdale Borough Council involves the "Higher Clough Culvert Strengthening" project in the construction industry sector. This contract focuses on civil works to enhance the structural integrity of Higher Clough Culvert, supporting School Lane in Norden, above Naden Brook. With a legal basis under UK legislation 2023/54, the contract has progressed to the award and contract stage. The limited procurement method was utilized, indicating a below-threshold competition, culminating in the contract award to F.W. SHERRATT LIMITED. The contractual activities are set to run from 7th July 2026 to 31st October 2026, with a gross value of £597,248.50.

Provision of School Based Therapeutic Intervention Service - Play/Art/Creative Therapy

Description: The requirement is for a therapeutic intervention service for children and young people, between the ages of 5 - 14 years. In line with the principles of GIRFEC , the Council is committed to promoting, supporting and nurturing children and young people's mental health and well-being. The Council also has a commitment to trauma responsive approaches and practice. The service provider must be able to demonstrate their own commitment to trauma informed practice and GIRFEC principles. The Service will complement existing supports and will be one of many interventions available to support children and young people.

Summary: East Lothian Council is seeking experienced service providers for the provision of a school-based therapeutic intervention service for children aged 5-14. The tender focuses on counselling services classified under CPV 85312320 and is part of the community benefits regime. It is based in East Lothian, UK, and aligns with the principles of GIRFEC, promoting children and young people's mental health. The procurement is in the 'tender' stage, with an open procedure method, and submissions must be made electronically by 12:00 on 3rd August 2026. The contract spans three years with a possible 12-month extension. The buyer is East Lothian Council, operating through Scotland Excel.

Development of demand & capacity products

Description: Development of demand & capacity products - Healthier Futures

Summary: The recent public procurement process, conducted by the Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, was completed under the project titled "Development of demand & capacity products - Healthier Futures." This procurement pertains to the services industry category, specifically focusing on systems and technical consultancy services across numerous regions in the United Kingdom including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK. The procurement process reached the award and contract stages, with the contract being signed on 8th June 2026, and completed by 30th June 2026. The direct procurement method was employed without competition due to it being below the threshold.

Trusted Assessors

Description: Trusted Assessors will work in partnership with care home providers, the University Hospitals of Leicester and community hospitals to reduce the length of time it takes people to be discharged from hospital.

Summary: The procurement process initiated by Leicestershire County Council focuses on providing "Trusted Assessors" to collaborate with care home providers and hospitals in Leicester to expedite patient discharge. The industry category pertains to Social work and related services, and the location of service delivery is within the UKF22 region in the United Kingdom. This procurement phase is currently at the award stage, with the contract officially signed on 17 March 2026. The project duration is from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027, and the entire contract is valued at £109,054, excluding VAT. The procurement method employed was direct, below the threshold and conducted without competition under a light-touch regime.