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Lumero Educational Trust (formerly Inicio Educational Trust) – Financial Management Software Tender There are 12 schools in the Lumero Educational Trust family – 4 secondary schools and 8 primary schools, united by a shared commitment to transforming lives through exceptional education. Our schools vary in size and have a combined student numbers of 7,429 in the school census of October 2025, with approximately 950 staff. We are committed to excellence, having great aspirations for our children and young people, and encouraging them to seek out and take hold of opportunities. Our drive for excellence is supported by our collaboration, both between our schools and with our excellent support service providers. Further information regarding the Trust can be obtained here: https://www.iniciotrust.org/ Tender information: This tender is for the provision of financial management software to the Inicio Educational Trust The contract term being tendered is for three years, 1st September 2026 – 31st August 2029. There is an option for a further extension period for up to two additional years to 31st August 2031. Key requirements are: a single contract across the thirteen entities (12 schools and the Trust), provision of the necessary software to meet our technical requirements and the provision of a user-accessible help desk, portal and remote access within agreed hours. The Trust requires a completely cloud based finance system solution compatible with both Microsoft and Google. The solution must be DFE Chart of Accounts compliant, have comprehensive financial transaction, search capability, transaction and journal capability, with seamless links between finance and budgeting modules. The Trust is not obliged to accept the lowest price submitted for this tender, rather they are keen to secure ‘best value’. The trust seeks a contractor that is keen to work in partnership and who will deliver both a cutting edge solution and the highest levels of support at all times. Competitive Flexible Procedure This procurement will be run under the Competitive Flexible Procedure. This will follow a two stage approach, with stage 1 being the Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ). Here a minimum of 5 candidates (or less, in the event less than 5 meet the minimum criteria) and a maximum of 10 candidates, will progress to stage 2. Any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement and a minimum score of 60% must be achieved. Selected tenderers will then be invited to stage 2, the Invitation To Tender (ITT). Here, the evaluation of tender response will be set as 50% price, 25% technical capability and 25% support. Value of contract: The annual value of the current contract is £53,000 Therefore the value of this contract is £265,000 Additional requirements and information: •The Trust has a minimum requirement for a contractor’s employers' liability and public liability insurances of £5 million •The minimum annual turnover that your company must have achieved to be considered for this opportunity is £200,000 •The services are currently provided by Access Education and Iris PS Financials. •Please note this is a growing Trust and any other schools that may join the Trust during the tenure of this new contract may, at the Trust’s discretion, be added to this contract. •The client reserves the right not to appoint in conclusion of this project. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Kent:-Software-package-and-information-systems./F53PW4QSGH To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/F53PW4QSGH

The project will deliver a fully 4K-capable, automated television studio, aligned with contemporary broadcast workflows and suitable for teaching, live production, and recorded output. The solution must reflect real-world industry practice, mirroring workflows used by major broadcasters such as the BBC, while remaining robust and accessible for a higher-education environment. The Works will include: • Fully LED lighting • Integrated automation • A professional green-screen virtual studio • Optional camera tracking support Tenderers are invited to propose solutions that meet these functional requirements while offering value, reliability, and a clear path for future development.

North Northamptonshire Council and West Northamptonshire Council wishes to invite providers for the provision of Safe Accommodation (refuge)and Support Services for victims/survivors of domestic abuse across West Northamptonshire and North Northamptonshire. This service requirement is for a countywide provision of Safe Accommodation (refuge) and Support Services for victims/survivors of domestic abuse across West Northamptonshire Council and North Northamptonshire Council. The joint commissioning of this Service is in direct response to the local authorities' statutory responsibilities within the Domestic Abuse Act and the accompanying Domestic Abuse Statutory Guidance Framework 2021. The Service will support victims/survivors of domestic abuse, empowering individuals to feel safe, rebuild their lives and maintain a healthy and fulfilling lifestyle free from abuse. It will offer safe, psychologically and trauma-informed tailored support that promotes both immediate safety and long-term recovery support to adults and children victims/survivors of domestic abuse. This contract opportunity has been re-published hence no Preliminary Market Engagement Notice.

The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) Group and Pembrokeshire College wish to establish an Open Framework Agreement for the Provision of Capital Development Professional Consultancy. The Framework Agreement is divided into seven (7) Lots: ● Lot 1 - Project and programme management (inc. Lead Consultant role) ● Lot 2 - Quantity Surveying / Cost Consultancy ● Lot 3 - Building Surveying (Condition & Lifecycle) ● Lot 4 - Architecture and Design ● Lot 5 - M&E / Building Services Consultancy ● Lot 6 - Principal Designer / H&S Consultancy ● Lot 7 – Structural Engineering The Group intends to appoint a maximum of six (6) Consultants per Lot. Tenderers may submit responses for one or multiple Lots, provided they have the capacity and capability to meet the requirements of each Lot. Tenderers must clearly indicate which Lot(s) they are bidding for. This procurement is being conducted via the Sell2Wales portal. All relevant documents, including the Invitation to Tender (ITT) and associated materials, are available exclusively in electronic format through the Sell2Wales website. The procurement process will follow the Open Framework Procedure, as outlined in the Procurement Act 2023. The ITT and its associated materials have been structured to ensure fair and equal treatment of all tenderers. Bidders must adhere to the specified format and order when completing their responses to enable consistent evaluation. Bidders are advised to read the entire ITT carefully prior to submission. Failure to follow the instructions for completion or submission may result in disqualification from the process.

The Council is seeking to procure a specialist partner to: 1. Diagnose strengths, weaknesses and risks across all layers of our service charge system and delivery model, using risk-based sampling to identify areas of concern such as high spend, high complaints or complex leases. An evidence led approach should test both billing accuracy and the actual performance of services funded by service charges. 2. Provide a prioritised, costed improvement roadmap which addresses all relevant areas including policy/process, systems/data, procurement, contract management and resident engagement. This should be categorised as quick wins and medium to long-term changes. 3. Produce clear, tribunal ready evidence trails for costs, apportionment and compliance; and clear resident facing materials to improve transparency. 4. Deliver a final Phase 3 whole population review so that every service charge scheme/block is reviewed, reconciled and assured, with corrections implemented or scheduled with a timebound plan, and with resident communications prepared. 5. Support Member and resident confidence by aligning our service charges policy and approach with all relevant statute and good practice.

Contract for Services Total Value of £431,610, consisting of a two year contract with a four month Option to Extend. Year 1 Value: £178,536 Year 2 Value: £187,462 OTE Value: £65,612 01 September 2026 to 31 August 2028, plus 1 x 4 month Option to Extend from 01 September 2028 to 31 December 2028.

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Sussex, on behalf of themselves and the Police and Crime Commissioner for Surrey, would like to invite suppliers to bid for this competitive flexible tender opportunity for the provision of drone video live transmission. This will be for a 2 year contract with the option to extend for a further 2 x 12 month extension. There are a number of mandatory criteria that Bidders will need to meet in order to progress through to Evaluation, and these can be found within the Tender documents.

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, through the Community Services, Facilities and Events section, are responsible for the management of: Annalong Community Centre Glassdrumman Road ANNALONG BT34 4QH The centre has failed its Fixed Wire Electrical test and is in need of a full rewire. The current heaters are old, and it is hard source replacement parts. The requirement is for the proposed Rewire and New Electric Heating for Annalong Community Centre. The specification consists of the design standards, particular requirements and the materials and workmanship. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17454. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17454 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Rushmoor Borough Council (the 'council') is inviting tenders from suitably experienced cleaning and security suppliers for The Meads Shopping centre located in Farnborough. The value of cleaning and security services at The Meads is in the region of £586,000 per annum (excluding VAT). A price cap of £600,000 will be applied to tenders in relation to cost of service for the 1st year of the contract, the Council reserves the right to set aside any tenders above this amount. The targeted award date for the contract is 5th June 2026 with commencement of services to run from 7th September 2026. The Council is letting the contract on a 3-year base term with options to extend up to a maximum of 5 years. Once awarded the contract will also allow for the addition of further sites within the Council's property portfolio, including but not limited to. • Union Yard, Aldershot • Ashbourne House, Andover • Frimley 4.4, Farnborough There is no guarantee that further sites will be incorporated within the scope of the contract. The Inclusion of further sites will be at the Council's sole discretion and will be subject to best value review of delivery options. A Supplier bidders briefing will be held on Wednesday 1st April 2026 at 11:30 via Microsoft Teams. Attendance at the briefing is encouraged but not mandatory. The purpose of the briefing is to provide Suppliers with an overview of: • Background and current arrangements • Procurement Overview and Programme • E-tendering system • PSQ and Conditions of Participation • Quality Assessment Question • Pricing Template • Social Value Commitments Suppliers are provided with a Microsoft Teams link within the ITT document for the briefing. The Council will be recording the Microsoft Teams meeting and will subsequently make this available as part of the tender pack via ProContract. Compulsory site tours will be held at The Meads. The site tours will take place on Wednesday 8th April 2026 at 10:0 am and Tuesday 14th April 2026 at 10:00. The site tour will last approx. 1 hour. Compulsory site tours will be held at The Meads. The site tours will take place on Wednesday 8th April 2026 at 10:0 am and/or Tuesday 14th April 2026 at 10:00. The site tour will last approx. 1 hour. The same information will be provided at both site tours. Tenderers must attend one of the tours and may send a maximum of 2 delegates across both tours. It is permissible for representatives from the same organisation to attend both site tours should this be most convenient for scheduling. Tenderers are required to visit the site prior to tender submission, if a tender is received and there is no evidence that the tenderer has attended the sites (with the exception of the incumbent), the council reserves the right to set the tender aside. Due to staff rotas the council cannot provide any additional dates for visits to site. This procurement timetable is indicative and, while the council does not intend to depart from it, it reserves the right to do so at any time. • Tender Notice Issued - Wednesday 25th March 2026 • Tender Pack Issued on ProContract - Wednesday 25th March 2026 • TEAMS Bidders Briefing - Monday 30th March 2026 @14:0 • Mandatory Site Tour - Wednesday 8th April 2026 and Tuesday 14th April 2026 @10:0 • Deadline for Requests for Clarification - Thursday 16th April 2026 @23:59 • Tender return deadline - Friday 24th April 2026 @12:0 • Interviews - 12th and 13th May 2026 • Award Decision & Assessment Summaries Issued - 22nd May 2026 • Contract Award Notice Issued - 22nd May 2026 • Standstill Period Starts - 26th May 2026 • Standstill Period Ends - 4th June 2026 • Contract Award - 5th June 2026 • Mobilisation - 6th June - 6th September 2026 • Contract Commencement - 7th September 2026 The Council is utilising its e-sender tool ProContract to manage this procurement which can be accessed using the following link: https://procontract.due-north.com/Login

Rochford District Council is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Contractor to deliver refurbishment works at The Mill Arts & Events Centre, Bellingham Lane, Rayleigh, Essex. Works include a new roof, replacement windows and external doors, new heating and ventilation plant and mechanical and electrical Compliance works. The Centre is a multi-purpose public venue constructed in the 1970s and requires works to the building fabric and mechanical and electrical plant to meet modern safety, statutory, and operational standards. The facility will remain operational throughout the works, and Contractors must programme, phase, and sequence activities accordingly.

The works consist of redecoration and sundry remedial repair works to all Levels of the Wharf Road car park to satisfy dilapidation obligations. The car park will generally remain in operation during the works. Particular attention is to be given to the maintenance of fire exits, security and the segregation of works from car park activities as well as the public when using the car park. The works are required to comply with the lease terms and to maintain the use of the car park for the residents and public using the car park.

London Borough of Lewisham invite suppliers to tender for a floating support service providing brief but intensive support to adults Lewisham with additional support needs. The Intensive Housing Advice and Support Service (IHASS) will deliver brief, intensive housing-related support to service users whose accommodation is at risk, or who would be at risk of losing their accommodation without timely intervention. This may include providing targeted support to service users requiring resettlement. The service has focus on tenancy sustainment and resolving immediate crisis in people's lives. The service operates across Lewisham. The aim of the service is to prevent homelessness and to support service users to develop the skills, confidence, and stability required to sustain independent accommodation and independent living.

Hire of plant with operator, used predominately for Highways related works.

Exeter City Council is seeking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced technicians to support events at the Exeter Corn Exchange (Market Street, Exeter EX1 1BW) as well as at other Council-owned buildings, venues, and public spaces across the city. The required services cover sound engineering and audio operation, lighting operation including programming and rigging, AV setup and operation and the provision of stage management and associated technical support. Technicians must hold appropriate professional qualifications, maintain valid insurance, and be able to demonstrate proven experience within live event environments.

Dudley Council invites suitably experienced and qualified providers to tender for the delivery of Voluntary Sector Infrastructure Support (VSIS) for Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) organisations and groups operating within Dudley borough. The commissioned provider(s) will work collaboratively with partners across the public, voluntary and independent sectors to act as a key enabler of a strong, resilient and well connected VCS. The Council reserves the right to use the powers available to it under Section 21 of the Procurement Act 2023 and Schedule 8, paragraph 1(a) of the Procurement Act 2023. This includes the Council’s ability under Section 21 PA23 to issue tender notices and associated tender documents as required for the lawful conduct of the procurement process, as well as its ability under Schedule 8, paragraph 1(a) PA23 to make permitted contract modifications without commencing a new procurement procedure, where such modifications meet the statutory conditions.

Loughborough University are seeking an efficient, high quality Ecology Service, conducted in an environmentally sound and sustainable manner in accordance with legislation, best practice and the requirements of the University. Requirements include (but are not limited to):- - Support for compliance with obligations and regulatory requirements working with the University to develop Ecology related plans - Deliver on requirements for BNG relating to onsite projects - Being fully compliant as a service with legislation, regulations and best practice - Providing effective Account Management, meeting in full the requirements of the Service required and Key Performance Indicators - Providing innovative solutions for supporting engagement with students, staff, tenants and the local community to increase awareness of and engagement with nature and biodiversity to enhance the University’s sustainability profile. A site visit has been arranged for Monday 30th March - details are in the tender. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Loughborough:-Environmental-services./5948G58MH3 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/5948G58MH3

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, through the Community Services, Facilities and Events section, are responsible for the management of: Annalong Community Centre Glassdrumman Road ANNALONG BT34 4QH The centre has failed its Fixed Wire Electrical test and is in need of a full rewire. The current heaters are old, and it is hard source replacement parts. The requirement is for the proposed Rewire and New Electric Heating for Annalong Community Centre. The specification consists of the design standards, particular requirements and the materials and workmanship.

Prae Wood Primary School in St Albans is putting its catering contract out to tender with a contract start date of 1st January 2027.

Dry cleaning laundry service, per the specification contained within the document pack. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Bath:-Washing-and-dry-cleaning-services./27WS28Q756 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/27WS28Q756