local government contracts

The Authority is seeking a contractor to carry out grounds maintenance across newly acquired public open spaces in Brockworth and Hucclecote (Coopers Edge). The land consists mainly of grassed areas with hedges, trees, shrub borders and public pathways. The contractor will be responsible for maintaining these areas to a high and consistent standard, ensuring they remain safe, tidy and visually appealing for the community. (These are ground maintenance works only) The service includes regular grass cutting during the growing season, winter hedge and shrub maintenance, basic tree care, and hand‑weeding throughout the year. No herbicides or pesticides are permitted. The contractor must operate safely in a publicly accessible environment, manage waste responsibly, and keep clear records with photographic evidence of each visit. The contract period will be two years, with the option to extend for a further two years and is anticipated to commence in spring 2026.

This tender is to appoint a main supplier for the construction of a new one and a half storey Community Hub at Mampitts Green, Shaftesbury (SP7 8PG). Works include building construction, utilities, external areas, and landscape enhancements that improve the overall setting and public realm. The Hub is intended as a flexible, multiuse facility supporting community groups, wellbeing activities, small events, family programmes and general local services. The tender process is a below-threshold Open Procedure (single-stage). The contract will be a JCT intermediate contract with Contractor Design Portion applicable in respect of some elements. The Hub will provide a flexible, multiuser spaces suitable for community groups, wellbeing programmes, family activities, training sessions and small events. The project has been designed to ensure that it simple with a practical layout keeps construction manageable while delivering long term community benefit and value. The project supports a growing neighbourhood and provides a high profile civic facility with strong local support. The project has full planning approval P/FUL/2024/01856. It should be noted that the contract value shown is an estimate inclusive of all optional scopes and contingency allowances. As such, the council believes that tenders below this contract value are achievable.

This tender is to appoint a main supplier for the construction of a new one and a half storey Community Hub at Mampitts Green, Shaftesbury (SP7 8PG). Works include building construction, utilities, external areas, and landscape enhancements that improve the overall setting and public realm. The Hub is intended as a flexible, multiuse facility supporting community groups, wellbeing activities, small events, family programmes and general local services. The tender process is a below-threshold Open Procedure (single-stage). The contract will be a JCT intermediate contract with Contractor Design Portion applicable in respect of some elements. The Hub will provide a flexible, multiuser spaces suitable for community groups, wellbeing programmes, family activities, training sessions and small events. The project has been designed to ensure that it simple with a practical layout keeps construction manageable while delivering long term community benefit and value. The project supports a growing neighbourhood and provides a high profile civic facility with strong local support. The project has full planning approval P/FUL/2024/01856. It should be noted that the contract value shown is an estimate inclusive of all optional scopes and contingency allowances. As such, the council believes that tenders below this contract value are achievable.

This tender is to appoint a main supplier for the construction of a new one and a half storey Community Hub at Mampitts Green, Shaftesbury (SP7 8PG). Works include building construction, utilities, external areas, and landscape enhancements that improve the overall setting and public realm. The Hub is intended as a flexible, multiuse facility supporting community groups, wellbeing activities, small events, family programmes and general local services. The tender process is a below-threshold Open Procedure (single-stage). The contract will be a JCT intermediate contract with Contractor Design Portion applicable in respect of some elements. The Hub will provide a flexible, multiuser spaces suitable for community groups, wellbeing programmes, family activities, training sessions and small events. The project has been designed to ensure that it simple with a practical layout keeps construction manageable while delivering long term community benefit and value. The project supports a growing neighbourhood and provides a high profile civic facility with strong local support. The project has full planning approval P/FUL/2024/01856. It should be noted that the contract value shown is an estimate inclusive of all optional scopes and contingency allowances. As such, the council believes that tenders below this contract value are achievable.

Durham County Council (DCC) is seeking to secure a strategic partner, following a corporate wide catering review, to deliver catering services across a wide range of public facing venues. The Council currently has 15 customer-facing venues across a diverse portfolio of leisure, cultural, heritage and visitor locations. Existing operational arrangements include internally managed sites and third-party operated venues. This has resulted in a wide range of service approaches and financial profiles, presenting opportunities to enhance service alignment, scale efficiencies and elevate customer experience. The Council has developed a strong vision for this Procurement. Bidders will be invited to propose solutions, throughout the various stages of the procurement process, which align with this vision: 'To deliver a modern, financially sustainable and customer‑focused catering service that enhances the experience of residents and visitors, champions local suppliers and ensures high‑quality and nutritious, venue-appropriate food across in-scope venues.' The procurement exercise is being run as a multiple stage Competitive Flexible procedure pursuant to the section 20 2(b) of PA23. This procurement exercise is also being undertaken to award a light touch contract, that is, a contract that is wholly or mainly for the supply of services as specified in Procurement Regulations 2024, Schedule 1. The Council reserves the right to amend the procurement exercise in line with PA23, s31 and/or refine the evaluation criteria in accordance with PA23, s24.

Cambridge City Council has 13 Sheltered Housing schemes spread across the city, which provide housing and support to older people. Sheltered housing, is predominantly, for people aged over 60 who wish to carry on living independently but who require some support in order to do so. Our vision is to maximise opportunities for older people to live self-sufficiently by providing good quality accommodation. To provide support in line with individuals needs and to offer activities and social events helping prevent social isolation and to encourage active ageing. All schemes have their own arrangements for tenants to use communal bins to dispose of their waste. There are a combination of general waste bins and recycling bins at each site, and this contract is to provide the cleaning of each bin following it being emptied, on a monthly basis between May and October (inclusive).

The tender is divided into 5 lots for the assessment and navigation for single people from risk of rough sleeping, to locating and initial assessment of those found to be rough sleeping, referral where appropriate to statutory services or emergency bed provisions within the supported housing pathways and the provision of specialist interventions to enable people to maintain long-term housing solutions. Ipswich Borough Council is currently out to tender for the provision of Rough Sleeper Services. This opportunity is available in the 'Current Tenders' area of the portal. Interested parties are invited to express their interest to gain full access to the tender documentation. The deadline date for submissions of the tender is 20 April 2026. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 8 April 2026 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website.

The Authority is seeking to procure a Long Term Agreement for the provision of insurance policies for Lancashire County Developments Limited (LCDL) - Property excluding Building 3.2 and 3.3 The procurement requires quotations for a Property Owners policy covering 31 commercial premises located on two industrial estates. The cover is to include loss of rent and property owners' liability. Please see the tender documents for further information regarding the requirements.

Bolsover District Council wishes to appoint a principal contractor on the basis of a JCT contract for their Kitchen Upgrade Programme within tenanted council owned homes. The work comprises both structural and non-structural upgrades including new units, worktops, plumbing, electrical and tiling, within occupied properties. Contractors may also be required to undertake responsive kitchen upgrade works within vacant 'void' properties upon request, working to a 4-6-week timeframe in completing all required standard works. The majority of work will take place in occupied properties, so the tenant needs and requirements are paramount. The successful contractor will be expected to show flexibility, excellence in tenant support / liaison and work in partnership with the Contract Administrator to meet and exceed tenant expectation and levels of satisfaction.

West Northamptonshire Council is establishing a multiple-supplier Open Framework for the provision of Passenger Transport Services. The Open Framework will be used to procure passenger transport services via Call-Off Contracts, including (but not limited to) home-to-school transport, adult social care transport, public transport support services, and other statutory or discretionary passenger transport requirements. Services will include the provision of a wide range of vehicle types, from cars and minibuses to coaches, including wheelchair accessible vehicles and services requiring Passenger Assistants. Admission to the Open Framework is assessed against minimum participation requirements only. There is no limit on the number of suppliers admitted. The process will be managed electronically using the SProc.Net platform. There is no guarantee of work or volume of work under the Framework. Call-Off Contracts will be awarded during the Framework term either by further competition or, where permitted, by direct award, in accordance with the Framework rules and applicable Call-Off documentation.

Thurrock Council seeks to commission an 18–25 Autism Support Service that enables young people with Autism to develop independent living skills, improve health and wellbeing, participate in their communities, and prepare for education or employment. The Programme will support a small cohort of young people with Autism who require intensive, personalised assistance, delivered through a blend of structured learning, community‑based activities, and family engagement. The appointed Provider will deliver a high‑quality, person‑centred service aligned with national and local priorities, helping participants build their skills across four core outcome areas: Independent Living; Health and Wellbeing; Community Participation / Inclusion (Friends and Relationships); and Education, Employment and Vocational Opportunities.

The Framework duration is 4 years plus 4 years (4+4) subject to sustainability, suitability and value for money. Framework start date is 10th March 2025. The Authority intends to open the Framework in whole or in part i.e. certain lot(s) twice per annum for Tenders from new organisations or to allow existing organisations to apply for additional Lot(s) (once launched) throughout its lifetime. The Authority reserves the right to amend the frequency of this timeline. Please note that if you have previously submitted a bid and were successful, you are not required to submit a bid again in this round. The Authority is inviting Tenders from suitably experienced and qualified organisations to join the Framework for Prevention and Support Services related to HIV, STIs and other BBVs. The Framework has been split into five (5) lots as follows:  Lot 1: Prevention and / or Support (Adults): to cover any area of work designed to help prevent residents from contracting HIV and/or other blood-borne viruses (BBVs).  Lot 2: Support for Families (as per existing contracts).  Lot 3: Connection to Care (support from screening & diagnosis through to accessing treatment).  Lot 4: Specialist Support Services, e.g. support for PLWHIV based in Specialist HIV Treatment Services.  Lot 5: Outreach and / or Communications for Blood-Borne Viruses (BBV) and / or STIs. The Procurement is being run under the open procedure, which is a procedure, under which the framework is advertised and all interested organisations/consortium can submit a Tender. There will be no form of exclusivity or volume guarantee granted by the Authority or Partner Organisations under the Framework. Organisations may apply for award to more than one lot. There are no restrictions to the number of organisations who can be awarded on to the Framework for any lot, so long as they meet the minimum criteria. The Procurement is being procured by the Authority for the benefit of the Authority and the Partner Organisations. The host Borough is London Borough of Newham (LBN). Organisations should note that there is no guarantee that all Partner Organisations will participate in the Framework Agreement at the commencement date (or at all). It is ultimately at the discretion of each individual Partner Organisation as to whether they will utilize the Framework Agreement. Partner Organisations means all London Local Authorities and Health Partners. 'Health Partners' in this context refers to all organisations comprising Integrated Care Partnerships (ICPs), Integrated Care Boards (ICBs), Integrated Care Systems (ICSs) and NHS Trusts (or future equivalent bodies in the event of re-structures).

The Royal Borough of Greenwich is undertaking a procurement to commission high-quality services for children and young people through the delivery of the NextGen Youth. These services will form a central part of the Council's approach to supporting children, young people, and their families aged 5-19 (and up to 25 for those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities - SEND), giving every child the best start in life. The procurement seeks to deliver innovative, accessible, and inclusive youth services that promote positive outcomes, strengthen communities, and respond to the diverse needs of young people across the borough. The commissioned services will provide safe spaces, trusted support, and opportunities for personal development, participation, and wellbeing, aligned with the priorities set out in the Council's Children and Young People Plan. The NextGen Youth service will form part of a broader integrated NextGen Greenwich offer to support the health and wellbeing of children, young people and their families in the borough. The Council is intending to let a single contract for the provision of NextGen Youth. The estimated commencement date shall be 1 October 2026, with an initial end date of 30th September 2031. At the sole discretion of the Council the Contract may be extended to 31 October 2035.

This procurement is being conducted under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) using the Competitive Process route. The Procurement Act 2023 does not apply to this procedure. The Royal Borough of Greenwich is undertaking a procurement to commission a high-quality School Health and Wellbeing (SHaW) Service to support the health, wellbeing, and development of children and young people across the borough. The service will play a key role in delivering preventative health support for school-aged children and young people, working closely with schools, families, and partner agencies to promote positive health outcomes. The SHaW service will support children and young people aged 5-19 years (up to 25 years for those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities - SEND), providing advice, early intervention, and targeted support across a range of health and wellbeing needs. The NextGen SHaW service will form part of a broader integrated NextGen Greenwich offer to support the health and wellbeing of children, young people and their families in the borough. The Council is conducting the procurement using the Competitive Procedure in accordance with the requirements of the Provider Selection Regime. The Council is intending to let a single contract for the provision of SHaW. The estimated commencement date shall be 1 October 2026, with an initial end date of 30th September 2031. At the sole discretion of the Council the Contract may be extended up to 31 October 2035.

South Ayrshire Council (the Council) has a requirement to establish a Multi-Provider, Multi-Lot Framework Agreement for various Event Services and Equipment as outlined below: - Lot 1 - Provision of Security Services - Lot 2 - Provision of Site Technical Equipment - Lot 3 - Provision of Site Crew & Event Infrastructure - Lot 4 - Provision of Sanitation Facilities - Lot 5 - Supply, Delivery and Installation of Generators & Lighting Towers - Lot 6 - Supply and Installation of Marquees - Lot 7 - Provision of Bus Transport - Lot 8 - Provision of Traffic Management Equipment - Lot 9 - Traffic Management Consultancy Services - Lot 10 – Car Park Management

Derby City Council (the Council) is undertaking this procurement to establish a contract for the replacement of the existing evacuation designated passenger lift at St Augustine's Community Centre, Derby, DE23 6LX. The procurement process adopted by the Council is based on the 'Open' tendering procedure as detailed in the Procurement Act 2023 (the "Act") and the Procurement Regulations 2024 (the "Regulations".) The contract period is 83 weeks; the contract is estimated to commence on 17th August 2026 and expire on 21st March 2028. Please note suppliers wishing to express interest and obtain the documentation must do so by 12:00 on Sunday 19th April 2026. It is recommended that you express interest and obtain the documentation well before this time to allow sufficient time to prepare and submit a bid. The deadline to submit clarification questions is 12:00 on Thursday 2nd April 2026. The deadline for returns is 12:00 on Monday 20th April 2026. Documents are available at www.eastmidstenders.org (https://www.eastmidstenders.org) Please search for TD2356 or DN808730. Please note: we will only accept expressions of interest through the e-tendering system. Additional information: Please note suppliers wishing to express interest and obtain the documentation must do so by 12:00 on Sunday 19th April 2026. It is recommended that you express interest and obtain the documentation well before this time to allow sufficient time to prepare and submit a bid. The deadline to submit clarification questions is Thursday 2nd April 2026. The deadline for returns is 12:00 on Monday 20th April 2026. Documents are available at www.eastmidstenders.org (https://www.eastmidstenders.org) Please search for TD2356 or DN808730. Please note: we will only accept expressions of interest through the e-tendering system.

Retaining wall structural works, Lynsted. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Sittingbourne:-Building-construction-work./7G7C28X9Y2 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/7G7C28X9Y2

South Ribble Borough Council are inviting bids for the repair work to Walton Green Bridge in Walton-Le-Dale PR5 4JL. All bids need to be below £99,000 (INC VAT). Any bids above this value will not be considered.

Derby City Council (the Council) is undertaking this procurement to establish a contract for the replacement of the existing evacuation designated passenger lift at St Augustine's Community Centre, Derby, DE23 6LX. The procurement process adopted by the Council is based on the 'Open' tendering procedure as detailed in the Procurement Act 2023 (the "Act") and the Procurement Regulations 2024 (the "Regulations".) The contract period is 83 weeks; the contract is estimated to commence on 17th August 2026 and expire on 21st March 2028. Please note suppliers wishing to express interest and obtain the documentation must do so by 12:0 on Sunday 19th April 2026. It is recommended that you express interest and obtain the documentation well before this time to allow sufficient time to prepare and submit a bid. The deadline to submit clarification questions is 12:0 on Thursday 2nd April 2026. The deadline for returns is 12:0 on Monday 20th April 2026. Documents are available at www.eastmidstenders.org (https://www.eastmidstenders.org) Please search for TD2356 or DN808730. Please note: we will only accept expressions of interest through the e-tendering system.

The Council is seeking Providers to deliver projects, under the category of Housing Related Support for Adults. The services are • Short term accommodation with support to independence • Bradford Respite and Intermediate Support Service (BRICSS) • Floating support in the Community: Single Adults • Floating Support in the community: Families • 18+ Care Leavers accommodation and support