UK Public Sector Contracts & Tenders

Since 2017 Solihull Council has been successful with European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) applications to undertake a wide range of habitat and nature improvement projects. This funding has delivered improved conservation status for habitat across publicly accessible green space within the urban areas of Solihull Borough. This contract is for works in 2 existing woodlands (Alcott Wood and Chelmsley Wood) comprising improvements to footpath surfacing and associated alterations to parkland furniture. Funded by North Solihull Partnership, the project was included in a successful application for match funding from European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) grant via the Small Habitats Grant Programme in 2021 towards a suite of Solihull habitat improvement works (named 'Frogs & Logs'), contributing to the added value of directing the grant towards the other projects. The works were programmed to take place in 2021/22 in public open spaces across the borough. The aggregate overall split for the Small Habitats Grant Programme 'Frogs & Logs' is formed by 60% Solihull funds and 40% match funding from ERDF (Greening the Grey) via the Small Habitats Grant Programme. These works contribute to the delivery of both the GBSLEP ESIF strategy and the GBSLEP's Strategic Economic Plan, providing support to local and regional partnership priorities to promote managed growth, health and well-being and the development of sustainable communities. The project will deliver aspects of the Natural Capital and Adaptation Roadmap within the Solihull Climate Change Prospectus to deliver a sustainable, low carbon Solihull. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Since 2017 Solihull Council has been successful with European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) applications to undertake a wide range of habitat and nature improvement projects. This funding has delivered improved conservation status for habitat across publicly accessible green space within the urban areas of Solihull Borough. This contract is for works in 2 existing woodlands (Alcott Wood and Chelmsley Wood) comprising improvements to footpath surfacing and associated alterations to parkland furniture. Funded by North Solihull Partnership, the project was included in a successful application for match funding from European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) grant via the Small Habitats Grant Programme in 2021 towards a suite of Solihull habitat improvement works (named 'Frogs & Logs'), contributing to the added value of directing the grant towards the other projects. The works were programmed to take place in 2021/22 in public open spaces across the borough. The aggregate overall split for the Small Habitats Grant Programme 'Frogs & Logs' is formed by 60% Solihull funds and 40% match funding from ERDF (Greening the Grey) via the Small Habitats Grant Programme. These works contribute to the delivery of both the GBSLEP ESIF strategy and the GBSLEP's Strategic Economic Plan, providing support to local and regional partnership priorities to promote managed growth, health and well-being and the development of sustainable communities. The project will deliver aspects of the Natural Capital and Adaptation Roadmap within the Solihull Climate Change Prospectus to deliver a sustainable, low carbon Solihull. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

The main task in this assignment is to complete a flood modelling exercise on an unnamed watercourse and the associated mill race in Darley Green to understand the best methods of flood mitigation to local properties, as well as the potential ecology improvements that could accompany the flood mitigation methods. The mill race begins at the weir in Dorridge Park, flows through the mill pool and through a culvert under Darley Green Road, before re-joining the natural watercourse further downstream near the culvert under the railway. The task should include the following: o Walkover Survey o Topographical Survey o Development of a 1D-2D hydraulic model o Optioneering Assessment o Economics Appraisal Peak velocities, flood maps and hazard from the fluvial model should be presented in an appropriate format. If necessary, a conference call should be organised by the contractor to discuss the implication of the new fluvial flood extents. Additional information: Please register via the Council`s e-procurement system - CSW-JETS https://in-tendhost.co.uk/csw-jets CSW-JETS is a sub-regional e-tendering portal run by In-tend. Since February 2010, Coventry; Solihull; Warwickshire; Nuneaton and Bedworth; Rugby alongside other local district Councils have been working together as a shared procurement service. In conjunction with Solihull Community Housing, we have joined together to bring you a collaborative E-Tendering portal. CSW-JETS enables us to advertise our opportunities across all authorities through the same system. This means that there is a single point of contact for procurement in the sub-region so you only have to register once to receive notifications for all authorities. Registering on the portal will make it easier for local suppliers to find, respond to and be alerted to tender opportunities. Registration is free, and takes just a few minutes. When complete, you will be able to express interest in any of the Councils'/Authorities' opportunities when they are made available including this tender. In addition, we will be able to access your details whenever we have a requirement, and you may then be invited to tender or quote for work. Once you are registered and log in to the system you will be able to locate the tender opportunity, express interest and access the documentation. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

In order to create a Smarter Way of Working (SWoW) environment within the Council, SMBC are currently in the process of arranging for the furniture to be purchased and set up including a mix of traditional desks and chairs for the floor space and collaborative meeting spaces. The replacement of furniture has now been completed at the Council House, and the Council will be rolling out the SWoW office layouts and furniture across the remaining corporate buildings e.g., Bluebell Centre, Elmwood Place, Chelmunds Place, etc. Going forward, it is important that the new Provider is able to provide equivalent and matching style of furniture so that all corporate properties offer a uniform and consistent of environment. Additional information: In order to be included in the tender process, suppliers must register on CSW-JETS, a sub-regional e-tendering portal run by In-tend, where the opportunity will be advertised. Registration is free, and takes just a few minutes. Please use the link below to register your company (if you are not a registered supplier already). https://in-tendhost.co.uk/csw-jets/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes

In order to create a Smarter Way of Working (SWoW) environment within the Council, SMBC are currently in the process of arranging for the furniture to be purchased and set up including a mix of traditional desks and chairs for the floor space and collaborative meeting spaces. The replacement of furniture has now been completed at the Council House, and the Council will be rolling out the SWoW office layouts and furniture across the remaining corporate buildings e.g., Bluebell Centre, Elmwood Place, Chelmunds Place, etc. Going forward, it is important that the new Provider is able to provide equivalent and matching style of furniture so that all corporate properties offer a uniform and consistent of environment. Additional information: In order to be included in the tender process, suppliers must register on CSW-JETS, a sub-regional e-tendering portal run by In-tend, where the opportunity will be advertised. Registration is free, and takes just a few minutes. Please use the link below to register your company (if you are not a registered supplier already). https://in-tendhost.co.uk/csw-jets/aspx/H ome Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes

In order to create a Smarter Way of Working (SWoW) environment within the Council, SMBC are currently in the process of arranging for the furniture to be purchased and set up including a mix of traditional desks and chairs for the floor space and collaborative meeting spaces. The replacement of furniture has now been completed at the Council House, and the Council will be rolling out the SWoW office layouts and furniture across the remaining corporate buildings e.g., Bluebell Centre, Elmwood Place, Chelmunds Place, etc. Going forward, it is important that the new Provider is able to provide equivalent and matching style of furniture so that all corporate properties offer a uniform and consistent of environment. Additional information: In order to be included in the tender process, suppliers must register on CSW-JETS, a sub-regional e-tendering portal run by In-tend, where the opportunity will be advertised. Registration is free, and takes just a few minutes. Please use the link below to register your company (if you are not a registered supplier already). https://in-tendhost.co.uk/csw-jets/aspx/H ome Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes

In order to create a Smarter Way of Working (SWoW) environment within the Council, SMBC are currently in the process of arranging for the furniture to be purchased and set up including a mix of traditional desks and chairs for the floor space and collaborative meeting spaces. The replacement of furniture has now been completed at the Council House, and the Council will be rolling out the SWoW office layouts and furniture across the remaining corporate buildings e.g., Bluebell Centre, Elmwood Place, Chelmunds Place, etc. Going forward, it is important that the new Provider is able to provide equivalent and matching style of furniture so that all corporate properties offer a uniform and consistent of environment. Additional information: In order to be included in the tender process, suppliers must register on CSW-JETS, a sub-regional e-tendering portal run by In-tend, where the opportunity will be advertised. Registration is free, and takes just a few minutes. Please use the link below to register your company (if you are not a registered supplier already). https://in-tendhost.co.uk/csw-jets/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes

Solihull MBC seeks to award a contract for Targeted Community Short Breaks for Children and Young People with a Disability Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes

The procurement is for the provision of two phases under two contracts to be entered into by the successful Contractor:- i) Phase 1: Delivery Contract for cremator, charger and associated ancillary equipment (the "cremator system") Phase 1 is for the demolition, removal and disposal of the existing cremator and the subsequent procurement of a new cremator, charger and accompanying ancillary equipment (the "cremator system"), related design services and works to be carried out by the Contractor. The design for the cremator system should take into account the possible procurement by the Council at a later date of compatible mercury abatement equipment and potentially a second cremator; and ii) Phase 2: Maintenance Contract in relation to the Cremator, charger and associated ancillary equipment Phase 2 is for a contract for 15 years all inclusive maintenance services (both scheduled and fault call-out, all parts, materials and labour included) with an option for the Council to extend the maintenance term by a further period, or periods, of up to a total of five more years. Additional information: Please register via the Council`s e-procurement system - CSW-JETS https://in-tendhost.co.uk/csw-jets CSW-JETS is a sub-regional e-tendering portal run by In-tend. Since February 2010, Coventry; Solihull; Warwickshire; Nuneaton and Bedworth; Rugby alongside other local district Councils have been working together as a shared procurement service. In conjunction with Solihull Community Housing, we have joined together to bring you a collaborative E-Tendering portal. CSW-JETS enables us to advertise our opportunities across all authorities through the same system. This means that there is a single point of contact for procurement in the sub-region so you only have to register once to receive notifications for all authorities. Registering on the portal will make it easier for local suppliers to find, respond to and be alerted to tender opportunities. Registration is free, and takes just a few minutes. When complete, you will be able to express interest in any of the Councils'/Authorities' opportunities when they are made available including this tender. In addition, we will be able to access your details whenever we have a requirement, and you may then be invited to tender or quote for work. Once you are registered and log in to the system you will be able to locate the tender opportunity, express interest and access the documentation. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

To date, Street Lighting and Tanker Services service lines have utilised the existing Highway Maintenance Contract with our principle contractor to procure traffic management. The service area is now seeking to implement a standalone traffic management framework in place. Additional information: Please register via the Council`s e-procurement system - CSW-JETS https://in-tendhost.co.uk/csw-jets CSW-JETS is a sub-regional e-tendering portal run by In-tend. Since February 2010, Coventry; Solihull; Warwickshire; Nuneaton and Bedworth; Rugby alongside other local district Councils have been working together as a shared procurement service. In conjunction with Solihull Community Housing, we have joined together to bring you a collaborative E-Tendering portal. CSW-JETS enables us to advertise our opportunities across all authorities through the same system. This means that there is a single point of contact for procurement in the sub-region so you only have to register once to receive notifications for all authorities. Registering on the portal will make it easier for local suppliers to find, respond to and be alerted to tender opportunities. Registration is free, and takes just a few minutes. When complete, you will be able to express interest in any of the Councils'/Authorities' opportunities when they are made available including this tender. In addition, we will be able to access your details whenever we have a requirement, and you may then be invited to tender or quote for work. Once you are registered and log in to the system you will be able to locate the tender opportunity, express interest and access the documentation. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Door Replacement Works Additional information: None Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Works are being procured for habitat enhancement to the ponds and watercourses in Tudor Grange Park and Hillfield Park, both on the western side of central Solihull, to improve their ecological condition. Match funding grant applications have been approved for these works via three separate European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) Small Habitats Grant (SHG) applications. The first was named 'Frogs & Logs' in 2021 which was for a suite of works to improve habitat and biodiversity in Solihull urban areas, and a proposed contract for Pond & Brook Enhancement in Tudor Grange Park was included. This was followed in 2021 by a separate SHG application for Alder Brook, for naturalisation of the brook in Tudor Grange Park immediately downstream of the pond. Another SHG application was approved in 2022 named 'Hedges & Sedges' for works in Hillfield Park, which included similar proposed works to the pond and watercourses there. The aggregate overall budget for the SHG grants is formed by 60% Solihull MBC funds and 40% match funding from ERDF. The budgets identified in the separate SHG projects are as follows: Frogs & Logs Pond & Brook Enhancement works £159,306; Alder Brook Enhancement works £65,167; Hedges & Sedges (Hillfield Park) Pond & Brook Enhancement works £171,082.74. Total value of combined works £395,555.74. This tender is for the combined Tudor Grange & Hillfield Parks Pond & Brook Enhancement works as identified in the SHG agreements for Frogs & Logs, Alder Brook, and Hedges & Sedges, works which are all programmed to take place in September to October 2022, with a rectification period to the end of February 2023. Additional information: Please register via the Council`s e-procurement system - CSW-JETS https://in-tendhost.co.uk/csw-jets CSW-JETS is a sub-regional e-tendering portal run by In-tend. Since February 2010, Coventry; Solihull; Warwickshire; Nuneaton and Bedworth; Rugby alongside other local district Councils have been working together as a shared procurement service. In conjunction with Solihull Community Housing, we have joined together to bring you a collaborative E-Tendering portal. CSW-JETS enables us to advertise our opportunities across all authorities through the same system. This means that there is a single point of contact for procurement in the sub-region so you only have to register once to receive notifications for all authorities. Registering on the portal will make it easier for local suppliers to find, respond to and be alerted to tender opportunities. Registration is free, and takes just a few minutes. When complete, you will be able to express interest in any of the Councils'/Authorities' opportunities when they are made available including this tender. In addition, we will be able to access your details whenever we have a requirement, and you may then be invited to tender or quote for work. Once you are registered and log in to the system you will be able to locate the tender opportunity, express interest and access the documentation. Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : ERDF Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

The Council has a legal duty to promote equality of opportunity in access to accommodation and this includes appropriate provision of sites and pitches for Gypsies and Travellers. There are two adjacent sites in Solihull that provide a total of 18 permanent pitches for affordable rent. One of these sites is owned by the council (7 pitches) and the other is owned by Rooftop Housing (11 pitches). The two sites are both located at Gables Close (off Old Damson Lane) and are adjacent to another privately owned site (7 pitches) which privately occupied by a long-standing single-family group. Gables Close Gypsy / Traveller Site summary: Phase 1: Privately owned site (7 pitches) Phase 2: Council owned affordable rent site (7 pitches) Phase 3: Rooftop owned affordable rent site (11 pitches) The Council entered into a 5-year management agreement with Rooftop Housing Association in 2017 to manage the Council owned Phase 2 site alongside the Phase 3 site which Rooftop continue to own and manage. From 1st October 2022 the Council is looking to enter into a new 5-year contract from with a suitable provider who can manage the Phase 2 site. Additional information: Please register via the Council`s e-procurement system - CSW-JETS https://in-tendhost.co.uk/csw-jets CSW-JETS is a sub-regional e-tendering portal run by In-tend. Since February 2010, Coventry; Solihull; Warwickshire; Nuneaton and Bedworth; Rugby alongside other local district Councils have been working together as a shared procurement service. In conjunction with Solihull Community Housing, we have joined together to bring you a collaborative E-Tendering portal. CSW-JETS enables us to advertise our opportunities across all authorities through the same system. This means that there is a single point of contact for procurement in the sub-region so you only have to register once to receive notifications for all authorities. Registering on the portal will make it easier for local suppliers to find, respond to and be alerted to tender opportunities. Registration is free, and takes just a few minutes. When complete, you will be able to express interest in any of the Councils'/Authorities' opportunities when they are made available including this tender. In addition, we will be able to access your details whenever we have a requirement, and you may then be invited to tender or quote for work. Once you are registered and log in to the system you will be able to locate the tender opportunity, express interest and access the documentation. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

The Council has a legal duty to promote equality of opportunity in access to accommodation and this includes appropriate provision of sites and pitches for Gypsies and Travellers. There are two adjacent sites in Solihull that provide a total of 18 permanent pitches for affordable rent. One of these sites is owned by the council (7 pitches) and the other is owned by Rooftop Housing (11 pitches). The two sites are both located at Gables Close (off Old Damson Lane) and are adjacent to another privately owned site (7 pitches) which privately occupied by a long-standing single-family group. Gables Close Gypsy / Traveller Site summary: Phase 1: Privately owned site (7 pitches) Phase 2: Council owned affordable rent site (7 pitches) Phase 3: Rooftop owned affordable rent site (11 pitches) The Council entered into a 5-year management agreement with Rooftop Housing Association in 2017 to manage the Council owned Phase 2 site alongside the Phase 3 site which Rooftop continue to own and manage. From 1st October 2022 the Council is looking to enter into a new 5-year contract from with a suitable provider who can manage the Phase 2 site. Additional information: Please register via the Council`s e-procurement system - CSW-JETS https://in-tendhost.co.uk/csw-jets CSW-JETS is a sub-regional e-tendering portal run by In-tend. Since February 2010, Coventry; Solihull; Warwickshire; Nuneaton and Bedworth; Rugby alongside other local district Councils have been working together as a shared procurement service. In conjunction with Solihull Community Housing, we have joined together to bring you a collaborative E-Tendering portal. CSW-JETS enables us to advertise our opportunities across all authorities through the same system. This means that there is a single point of contact for procurement in the sub-region so you only have to register once to receive notifications for all authorities. Registering on the portal will make it easier for local suppliers to find, respond to and be alerted to tender opportunities. Registration is free, and takes just a few minutes. When complete, you will be able to express interest in any of the Councils'/Authorities' opportunities when they are made available including this tender. In addition, we will be able to access your details whenever we have a requirement, and you may then be invited to tender or quote for work. Once you are registered and log in to the system you will be able to locate the tender opportunity, express interest and access the documentation. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Works are being procured for the woodland and hedgerow habitat enhancement to Hillfield Park in Solihull. These works contribute to the delivery of both the GBSLEP ESIF strategy and the GBSLEP's Strategic Economic Plan, providing support to local and regional partnership priorities to promote managed growth, health and well-being and the development of sustainable communities. The project will deliver aspects of the Natural Capital and Adaptation Roadmap within the Solihull Climate Change Prospectus to deliver a sustainable, low carbon Solihull. Due to the borough's development needs there will be increased pressure on its existing green and blue infrastructure - a network of natural and semi natural areas designed and managed to deliver a range of (ecosystem) services such as clean air/ water, space for recreation and climate mitigation and adaptation. This network of green (land) and blue (water) spaces can improve environmental conditions and therefore citizens' health and quality of life. It also supports a green economy, creates job opportunities and enhances biodiversity. It is therefore essential that investments are made to improve the quality, connectivity and resilience of these natural assets to continue to provide a high-quality natural environment that can absorb future growth and development. Since 2017 Solihull Council has been successful with European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) applications to undertake a wide range of habitat and nature improvement projects. This funding has delivered improved conservation status for habitat across publicly accessible green space within the urban areas of Solihull Borough. Additional information: Delivery Notes Please register via the Council`s e-procurement system - CSW-JETS https://in-tendhost.co.uk/csw-jets CSW-JETS is a sub-regional e-tendering portal run by In-tend. Since February 2010, Coventry; Solihull; Warwickshire; Nuneaton and Bedworth; Rugby alongside other local district Councils have been working together as a shared procurement service. In conjunction with Solihull Community Housing, we have joined together to bring you a collaborative E-Tendering portal. CSW-JETS enables us to advertise our opportunities across all authorities through the same system. This means that there is a single point of contact for procurement in the sub-region so you only have to register once to receive notifications for all authorities. Registering on the portal will make it easier for local suppliers to find, respond to and be alerted to tender opportunities. Registration is free, and takes just a few minutes. When complete, you will be able to express interest in any of the Councils'/Authorities' opportunities when they are made available including this tender. In addition, we will be able to access your details whenever we have a requirement, and you may then be invited to tender or quote for work. Once you are registered and log in to the system you will be able to locate the tender opportunity, express interest and access the documentation. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

The Playing Pitch Strategy will provide a strategic framework to ensure that the provision of outdoor playing pitches meets the needs of residents (both existing and future) and visitors to the Borough of Solihull. It will also support those organisations, including the Council, involved in the provision of outdoor sports facilities. The Strategy will be produced in accordance with Sport England guidance and provide robust and objective justification for future playing pitch provision throughout Solihull Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

The Playing Pitch Strategy will provide a strategic framework to ensure that the provision of outdoor playing pitches meets the needs of residents (both existing and future) and visitors to the Borough of Solihull. It will also support those organisations, including the Council, involved in the provision of outdoor sports facilities. The Strategy will be produced in accordance with Sport England guidance and provide robust and objective justification for future playing pitch provision throughout Solihull Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

This is a full property management service contract that offers day to day on-site, financial and legal management services including management of the service charge for the Blythe Valley Innovation Centre (BVIC). Additional information: In order to be included in the tender process, suppliers must register on CSW-JETS, a sub-regional e-tendering portal run by In-tend, where the opportunity will be advertised. Registration is free, and takes just a few minutes. Please use the link below to register your company (if you are not a registered supplier already). https://in-tendhost.co.uk/csw-jets/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council is to establish a Flexible Contracting Agreement (FCA) covering Holiday Activity Fund Services which will be open for use by SMBC. As a result of this programme, we want children who attend this provision to: • eat healthily over the school holidays • be active during the school holidays • take part in engaging and enriching activities which support the development of resilience, character and wellbeing along with their wider educational attainment • be safe and not to be socially isolated • have a greater knowledge of health and nutrition • be more engaged with school and other local services Holiday provision is for school aged children from Reception to Year 11 (inclusive) who receive benefits-related free school meals. Benefits-related free school meals (referred to as FSM) are available to pupils if their parents are in receipt of one of the qualifying benefits and have a claim verified by their Local Authority. As of February 2022, there were 8860 children who attend a Solihull school, registered as FSM from Reception to Year 11. Providers are asked to ensure that the offer of free holiday club provision is available for all children in receipt of FSM in their area, though this does not mean we expect all to attend as the provision is voluntary. All children in reception, year 1 and year 2 in England's state-funded schools receive a free meal under the Department for Education's universal infant free school mean (UIFSM) policy. Infant pupils who receive a free meal under UIFSM must also be eligible for benefits-related FSM to be able to access a place on the HAF programme. This FCA broadly covers: 1. Activities Enrichment activities Holiday clubs must provide fun and enriching activities that provide children with opportunities to: • develop new skills or knowledge • consolidate existing skills and knowledge • try out new experiences • have fun and socialise This could include but is not limited to: • physical activities, for example, football, swimming, table tennis or cricket • creative activities, for example, putting on a play, junk modelling or drumming workshops • experiences, for example, a nature walk or visiting a city farm • free play, for example, fun and freedom to relax and enjoy themselves Physical activities Holiday clubs must provide activities that meet the physical activity guidelines on a daily basis. In line with those guidelines, we expect: • All children and young people participating in the HAF programme should engage in moderate-to-vigorous physical activity for an average of at least 60 minutes per day. It should be noted that this does not have to be in the form of a structured activity session, but can include active travel, free play and sports. • Children and young people participating in the HAF programme should engage in a variety of types and intensities of physical activity to de... Additional information: Please register via the Council`s e-procurement system - CSW-JETS https://in-tendhost.co.uk/csw-jets CSW-JETS is a sub-regional e-tendering portal run by In-tend. Since February 2010, Coventry; Solihull; Warwickshire; Nuneaton and Bedworth; Rugby alongside other local district Councils have been working together as a shared procurement service. In conjunction with Solihull Community Housing, we have joined together to bring you a collaborative E-Tendering portal. CSW-JETS enables us to advertise our opportunities across all authorities through the same system. This means that there is a single point of contact for procurement in the sub-region so you only have to register once to receive notifications for all authorities. Registering on the portal will make it easier for local suppliers to find, respond to and be alerted to tender opportunities. Registration is free, and takes just a few minutes. When complete, you will be able to express interest in any of the Councils'/Authorities' opportunities when they are made available including this tender. In addition, we will be able to access your details whenever we have a requirement, and you may then be invited to tender or quote for work. Once you are registered and log in to the system you will be able to locate the tender opportunity, express interest and access the documentation. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No