UK Public Sector Contracts & Tenders

Medical Assessments and generation of supporting Advisor Reports for Fostering and Kinship Carers for Newcastle City Council carers

Newcastle City Council (NCC) is seeking the renewal of its current Microsoft Licencing Agreement for schools. NCC is seeking a new agreement with a single vendor to replace the existing expiring agreement. Further competition will run via the CCS framework RM6068 Lot 3, via the OPEN tendering portal.

Newcastle City Council is seeking to appoint an organisation to provide a Direct Payment Support Service to adults, children and carers who use, or are considering using, direct payments to purchase or arrange services. Direct payments can be used to purchase care and support service to meet the care and support needs of the person and carer. Direct payments do involve additional complexity and responsibility for the service user and therefore many need some support and/or advice. The Direct Payment Support Service Newcastle City Council are procuring will: -Information and Advice Explain the benefits and responsibilities of direct payments to Service Users Assist with budgeting and expenditure decisions Provide information about the range of services that provide payroll, insurance and pensions and signpost direct payment users. -Employment Support Provide advice on becoming an employer Support payroll, tax, insurance and pensions Supply employment templates Assist recruitment and selection of Personal Assistants Operate a matching service where appropriate Assist with all aspects of pension auto-enrolment Promote safer employment by encouraging and facilitating the completion of enhanced DBS -Safeguarding and Compliance Promote safe recruitment Support DBS applications Attend safeguarding meetings when required Report and escalate risks to vulnerable adults, children and public funds. -Workforce Development Advise on training for Direct Payment users and Personal Assistants Promote professional development and competency frameworks -Other requirements Provide advice and practical assistance on request to social care professionals when needed Have a permanent base within Newcastle Expected usage: 487 adults are currently receiving a direct payment in Newcastle In the financial year 25/26 there were 315 people who used the service This notice is for information only. At this stage, no further details are available beyond what is published here. When this opportunity progresses, a Tender Notice will be published on the Central Digital Platform along with any relevant notices such as engagement.

Newcastle City Council is undertaking preliminary market engagement in relation to a proposed framework, our in-house building contractor, Repairs & Construction Services (RCS) require support from external construction contractors with skilled tradespersons to assist in delivering a first-class bathroom supply and fit service for Capital. We would welcome feedback from suppliers through a Supplier Feedback Questionnaire. Suppliers can view this Questionnaire using the Open portal, reference number: OPEN-PR-21102026124142875 - https://www.open-uk.org/

Newcastle City Council is undertaking preliminary market engagement in relation to a proposed framework, our in-house building contractor, Repairs & Construction Services (RCS) require support from external construction contractors with skilled tradespersons to assist in delivering a first-class Kitchen supply and fit service for Capital. We would welcome feedback from suppliers through a Supplier Feedback Questionnaire. Suppliers can view this Questionnaire using the Open portal, reference number: Project # OPEN-PR-21102026120701967 - https://www.open-uk.org/

Newcastle City Council is undertaking preliminary market engagement in relation to a proposed framework for the delivery of more than 700 social rented homes over an anticipated eight-year period across a range of small sites and infill development opportunities. The proposed scope may include: Small housing schemes of 4–10 units Infill housing schemes of 11–20 units Modern Methods of Construction, including modular and panelised housing Enabling works, site preparation and infrastructure works Design support and architectural services The Council is seeking engagement from suitably experienced organisations, including main contractors, SME builders, MMC manufacturers, civil engineering contractors, consultants and design teams. The engagement will help the Council understand market capacity, potential delivery approaches, barriers to participation and views on the proposed structure of the framework.

Newcastle City Council are currently reviewing our requirements for a fully operational Legal Case Management System. The system must be commercially available. We would like to invite suppliers to deliver a demonstration of the solution in a live system environment. We would also welcome feedback from suppliers through a Supplier Feedback Questionnaire. Suppliers can view this opportunity and request a slot using the Open portal, reference number: OPEN-PR-16102026113817837 - https://www.open-uk.org/

Newcastle City Council wish to engage the market regarding the renewal of Education System Newcastle City Council (‘the Council’) currently uses MRI Education as the LA’s central pupil database and case management system. It is used to store information relating to children from birth and supports statutory LA processes in all education services including, but not limited to Educational Needs, School Admissions, Exclusions and Attendance. The existing contractual arrangements are due to expire 31 March 2027 (with a further 2 x 12 month options to extend). To help inform future requirements we seek market feedback to support with the development of future specifications. Further information can be found on our E-Tendering portal OPEN - www.open-uk.org

Procurement of an Integrated Advocacy Service including Statutory Advocacy for eligible individuals under the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Mental Health Act 1983 and Health and Social Care Act 2012 alongside NHS Complaints Advocacy. The contract duration is two years to give time to evaluate how the AGNI judgment may affect future demand for Relevant Person's Representative and other Mental Capacity Act advocacy functions and changes to the Mental Health Bill. Value: £416,615.

Newcastle City Council (NCC) currently provides the monitoring element of NCC's Telecare Service (Ostara), in addition to a range of telephony services, which operate in-house. We would like to explore the options of procuring an Alarm Receiving Centre (ARC) to monitor our telecare alarms 24/7, and our out of hours telephony. We wish to explore opportunities within the market that will help shape and develop our current service, as part of the commissioning and procurement process, the Council is undertaking preliminary market engagement to explore the availability, capability and interest of providers in delivering the proposed services. This engagement is intended to inform the Council's procurement approach, understand current market capability, capacity, identify opportunities for innovation, and ensure that the future service specification reflects current best practice and emerging technologies. We welcome responses from suppliers with relevant experience and expertise. Information gathered through this process will help shape the Council's future requirements and service design. Suppliers are invited to review the documents via our Open e-tendering platform. Link: https://www.open-uk.org/ If suppliers wish to secure a slot, please request via the correspondence/ message option via the portal. Project: # OPEN20262057 Reference: 009509 - Telecare Monitoring and Out of Hours Telephony Provision Project Budget information and contract length is yet to be established in line with market engagement findings.

The Council is undertaking an initial review of its occupational health service provision and is seeking to engage with the market to understand available service models, supplier capacity, innovation, indicative costs and potential approaches to delivery. This soft market engagement exercise is intended to inform the Council's options appraisal and any future procurement strategy. It does not constitute a call for competition, nor does it commit the Council to commencing a procurement process or awarding any contract. The Council may use information gathered through this engagement to help shape the scope, specification, procurement route and commercial model for any future opportunity.

Re-Roofing of low rise blocks across the city This opportunity should be going out to tender in the next couple of months

Newbiggin Hall Phase 2 Window and Door Replacement. Newcastle City Council wishes to appoint an external contractor, for the replacement of windows and doors to the following estate in two phases split over two financial years: • Phase 2A East Thorpe - - 171 nr properties (2027/28) • Phase 2B West Thorpe - 153 nr properties (2028/29) The opportunity should be tendered in September/October 2026

Lot 1 - DDA Adaptations Newcastle City Council 'the Council' on behalf of our in-house building contractor, Repairs & Maintenance Services require support from external construction contractors with skilled tradespersons to assist in delivering a first-class supply and fit DDA bathroom refurbishment service for capital funded projects. To meet this need, the Council wishes to establish a Framework Agreement of partners. The primary council department that this capital works is for is the Councils' 'Repairs & Maintenance Services' Dept. who the appointed Contractor will be required to report to in terms of performance and invoicing. The appointed Contractor will act as the 'Principal Contractor' in terms of responsibility under The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM 2015) Lot 2 - Minor Aids and Adaptations Newcastle City Council 'the Council' on behalf of our in-house building contractor, Repairs & Maintenance Services require support from an external construction contractor with skilled tradespersons to assist in delivering a first-class minor aids supply and fit service. This requirement includes provision of external handrailing, grab rails, access steps, drop down rails, tap replacement and toilet seats etc. This pipeline notice is for information only. At this stage, no further details are available beyond what is published here. When this opportunity progresses, a Tender Notice will be published on the Central Digital Platform. If Newcastle City Council seeks early engagement, a Market Engagement Notice will be issued at that time, along with any relevant information. Suppliers are advised to register on the OPEN Procurement Portal to receive updates and notifications as they become available: www.open-uk.org We appreciate your interest and understanding.

The City Council require external support for Supply and Fit of Timber Fencing. This pipeline notice is for information only. At this stage, no further details are available beyond what is published here. When this opportunity progresses, a Tender Notice will be published on the Central Digital Platform. If Newcastle City Council seeks early engagement, a Market Engagement Notice will be issued at that time, along with any relevant information. Suppliers are advised to register on the OPEN Procurement Portal to receive updates and notifications as they become available: www.open-uk.org

The Council commissions Alternative Provision and Specialist Tuition services to support children and young people who are unable to access, or would benefit from support in addition to, mainstream education. The future framework will seek to ensure the continued availability of high-quality, safe and effective provision that meets the diverse needs of children and young people across the city. The forthcoming procurement exercise will provide an opportunity for the Council to review the design and operation of the framework to ensure it remains fit for purpose and reflects current and anticipated service requirements. Areas under consideration include: The scope and specification of Alternative Provision and Specialist Tuition services. Framework structure and lotting arrangements. Provider governance, safeguarding and operational oversight requirements. Quality assurance, performance management and contract monitoring arrangements. Expectations regarding reintegration planning and the achievement of positive outcomes for children and young people. Market capacity, capability and future demand. The Council intends to engage with the market as part of the pre-procurement process to gather feedback and insights that will help inform the development of the future procurement strategy and service model. Please find advance notice of an upcoming Alternative Provision & Specialist Tuition Provider Engagement Event on one the following sessions (final date TBC): • Tuesday 15 September, 1:00pm to 3:00pm Newcastle Civic Centre • Thursday 17 September, 1:00pm to 3:00pm via TEAMS Please use this link to register interest: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/GyWVyB7NQj