Port of Dover - Re-ordering of Outbound Controls - Border Kiosks
Port of Dover - works package for the design, manufacture, installation, testing and commissioning of 9no. prefabricated kiosks for border agencies use.
Kent County Council (KCC), on behalf of South East Sector Led Improvement Partnership (SESLIP), is looking to refresh the list of suitably qualified freelance consultants, who are available on an ad hoc basis to support and provide the below service. We are looking to produce a dynamic purchasing system (DPS) for this and are open to applications to join from suppliers that are interested.
SESLIP encourages and supports the political and professional leadership and management of local authority Children's Services, to demonstrate, develop and share good practice. Our programmes support the development of Children's Services as learning organisations, focusing on:
• Identifying key strands of enquiry
• Analysing and comparing operational data about the services
• using evidence to inform decisions, including evidence available from outside the region, where relevant
• Using peer challenge and peer review
• Building leadership capacity and capability
• Developing standards of practice through supportive endeavour
There is a Regional Improvement Plan which sets out the activities. Its aim is to identify ways in which local authorities in the South East can support each other to improve and look at how collective action can help address systemic issues within the region.
The DPS will be live from 11th September 2024 until the 10th September 2026, suppliers are able to join the DPS during this time period.
Suppliers will be required to complete and pass a Selection Questionnaire (SQ) in order to apply for the DPS. All suppliers that pass the SQ will be awarded a place on the DPS.
If this opportunity is of interest, please register on the Kent Business Portal . The reference for the opportunity is "SC240046 - SESLIP - DPS" where you will be able to register your interest and be granted access to the SQ and supporting guidance.
Please note: This opportunity was previously advertised but due to a change in our e-tendering Portal, this notice is being re-published.
Managed and Extended Detection and Response Solution
GLF Schools seeks to procure a Managed Detection and Response (MDR) solution, supported by Extended Detection and Response (XDR) capabilities, to provide continuous threat monitoring, investigation, detection, and response capabilities across its digital estate.
The Contract is required for a period of 3 years from 1st January 2027 with the option to extend for a further 2 years, ie a 3+2 year contract.
View 7-notice timelineLatest notice released 10 Sept 2026
Local GovernmentTender
Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant - Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant
Vehicle type: Saloon
Passenger Assistant Required: Yes
Proposed Taxi Route:
From: BN23 8NJ and TN37 6BS
To: The Flagship School, TN34 2AE
Frequency: Monday - Friday
Daily School Time: 8:50-14:30
Comments for Operator:
ASD, ADHD, Asthma
This opportunity has been distributed on SProc.net
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is looking to appoint a single provider who can undertake a comprehensive inspection survey of all fire doors, associated door sets and fire compartmentation identified on the drawings provided. If you are interested in submitting a response against this requirement, please register against Project_ 5624 and itt_4692 on the NHS Commercial Solutions Bravo E-tendering portal to access the full tender documentation.
https://commercialsolutions.bravosolution.co.uk
You will need to submit your tender via the Bravo portal no later than 12:00Hrs on 10th September 2026
Hampshire and isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation TrustWAC-642640
View 2-notice timelineLatest notice released 10 Sept 2026
Private SectorPlanning
Market Engagement for a GNSS Simulator
Ordnance Survey (OS) runs a GB wide network of GNSS reference stations. To help finalise the specification for the new simulator, OS is inviting GNSS simulator manufacturers to loan or provide a demonstration of their systems so that a clear set of requirements can be developed.
The Environmental and Industrial Hazards (EIH) Laboratory, at the Institute of Naval Medicine (INM), is responsible for the analysis of potable water samples for all Royal Navy, Royal Marines and Royal Fleet Auxiliary vessels in accordance with BRd 820 – Potable Water Management. It is also used for the same analysis for Naval land establishments in accordance with the Water Supply Water Quality Regulations 2016 and for Army and Royal Air Force customers in accordance with STANAG 2136, JWP 4.01 and GAI 3006. This testing is a legal Health and Safety requirement for the MoD.
The Environmental and Industrial Hazards Laboratory requires the supply of a Headspace – Gas Chromatograph– Mass Spectrometer (HS-GC-MS) System to replace the current system.
The system will primarily be used for the analysis of VOC’s in potable drinking water. The current method is based on USEPA Method 524.2.
This system is required to cover a lifespan of 10 years with a fully inclusive 10-year service and maintenance plan.
Also include:
The Cyber Risk Profile for this requirement identified by the Cyber Security Model (CSM) Risk Assessment is Level 1
To fulfil our responsibilities under the Care Act 2014 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005, Brighton & Hove City Council requires a money management service to support Individuals to manage their personal finances.
The provision will be provided to Individuals in the community who for reasons of physical or mental capacity, or safeguarding risk need support in managing their personal finances.
Lot 1 - Money Management and Cash Handling for Adults with Care Needs:
This Service will focus on access to personal funds for Individuals with eligible social care needs via home cash deliveries, a drop-in cash collection service, as well as the provision of pre-payment cards. The aim is to allow Individuals to live independently, preventing matters of debt leading to housing loss, risk of mental ill health or the need for residential care.
Lot 2 - Money & Debt Advice for Council Tenants and Leaseholders:
This Service will provide money advice for council tenants and leaseholders who are experiencing, or at risk of, financial difficulty. The Service will support residents to build financial resilience, prevent the escalation of rent and leasehold arrears, and reduce the risk of eviction, forfeiture, or homelessness.
The Provider(s) for both Lot 1 & 2 will be required to operate from a central base in Brighton & Hove, which is accessible to the public.
View 4-notice timelineLatest notice released 11 Sept 2026
Public SectorTender
T/HR061/26 Tooling and Storage Tender for ESS (Sweden)
The European Spallation Source (ESS) is a European Research Infrastructure Consortium (ERIC) committed to the goal of building and operating the world leading facility for research using neutrons. Once constructed in Lund, Sweden, it will provide new opportunities for researchers in a broad range of scientific areas including life sciences, energy, environmental technology, cultural heritage, and fundamental physics. It will be an accelerator-based facility producing neutrons for a large array of advanced instruments. The UK is a partner in construction of the ESS alongside 15 other European countries and has committed significant funding for construction. The Science and Technology Facility Council (STFC) is managing the UK contribution to ESS. The Active Cell Facility is one such contribution to be delivered by Remote Applications in Challenging Environments (RACE) — a department of the United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) (the ‘Purchaser’). Inside the Active Cells exhausted, highly radioactive parts involved in the neutron generation will be size reduced using remote handling technologies and removed for confinement. UKAEA are undertaking delivery of the Tooling Storage System, comprising six storage devices designed to house remotely operated tooling within the Active Cells. The scope of this tender is to manufacture, assemble, test and deliver to Sweden the following items: Shaft Cutting Station (SCS) Support Plate Storage Device Proton Beam Window (PBW) Strongback and Deployable Camera Stand (DCS) Storage Device Modular Wall Storage (MWS) Device, including Bolting Tool Caddies Chain Storage Device Storage Containers Cable Spooling Tool Testing shall include mechanical static checks, functional testing, and structural testing in accordance with the FAT plan.
PHD has identified a need for specialist expertise to address several strategic questions that cannot be answered internally with sufficient confidence. Existing evidence suggests pricing, admissions structure and visitor decision-making are affecting demand and conversion. However, the organisation requires independent analysis and modelling to understand:
• Whether current pricing levels suppress demand.
• How visitor segments respond to price and product structure.
• The impact of removing lower-commitment admission products.
• The relationship between yield, volume and long-term sustainability.
• The role of digital channels in visitor conversion.
• How future ticketing structures can support both commercial performance and audience growth.
Deliverables
• The commission is expected to produce:
• A recommended admissions architecture.
• A recommended pricing framework.
• Recommendations regarding lower-priced entry products.
• Recommendations regarding Gift Aid.
• Recommendations regarding discounting.
• Recommendations regarding affiliate, trade and third-party sales.
• A practical implementation roadmap for Easter 2027.
Procurement Structure
An open competitive procurement exercise will be undertaken.
Potential suppliers will be invited to submit proposals detailing:
• Understanding of the brief.
• Proposed methodology.
• Relevant experience.
• Project team.
• Cost proposal.
• Delivery timetable.
Submissions will be evaluated against:
• Understanding of strategic challenge.
• Methodology and robustness.
• Relevant expertise.
• Practical applicability.
• Value for money.
• Quality of proposed team.
Consortium bids are welcomed where they bring together complementary expertise across pricing strategy, behavioural insight, visitor research, digital analytics and commercial implementation. One organisation should be identified as lead contractor and assume overall responsibility for delivery.
Contract Management
The contract will be managed by the Head of Audiences and Revenue Marketing (Racheal Brasier) with support from Sharna Bennett (Performance and CRM Lead).
Regular project meetings will be held throughout delivery. Key milestone outputs will be reviewed by an internal project steering group representing:
• Portsmouth Historic Dockyard Operations with representation from MRT and RNM
Contract Duration
18 months
The core consultancy work is expected to complete within approximately 6-9 months, with the remaining term allowing for validation, implementation support and follow-up advice as required.
Contract Value
The estimated contract value is between £60,000 and £120,000 excluding VAT, based on the indicative project scale identified through an initial document sent out to potential suppliers. Initial market research was undertaken with a variety of suppliers that outlined different approaches to the work - the estimates provided ranged from £60,000 - £120,000.
Funding is expected to be met from approved budgets and supports long-term commercial growth priorities for both RNM and MRT.
Failure to undertake the study may result in:
• Continued suppression of visitor demand.
• Reduced accessibility for key audience segments.
• Inefficient pricing structures.
• Lost admissions income.
• Poor strategic decision-making based on incomplete evidence.
• Failure to optimise the balance between revenue generation and audience growth.
Supplier Suitability Assessment
Suppliers will be assessed against:
• Understanding of the strategic challenge (15%).
• Methodology and approach (15%).
• Relevant experience and expertise (15%).
• Project team quality (15%).
• Deliverability and practical recommendations (15%).
• Value for money (15%).
• Sustainability (10%)
Evaluation criteria reflect those outlined in the commission brief.
Full details can be found within the scope document.
Tunbridge Wells Borough Council is looking to install a new payments platform which supports Bacs Payments & Direct Debits, Paperless Direct Debit Sign Up and Direct Debit Management.
An initial two-year fixed term, and four optional annual extensions thereafter subject to agreement (2 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 1).
For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at:
https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Tunbridge-Wells:-Software-package-and-information-systems./8F4G8P69ZN
To respond to this opportunity, please click here:
https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/8F4G8P69ZN
Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) services DPS (SC240025)
The Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme in Kent focuses on supporting children's physical health and wellbeing by providing nutritious meals and engaging activities during school holidays. Families with children aged four to sixteen who are eligible for benefits-related Free School Meals (FSM) can access these free opportunities during the Easter, summer, and Christmas breaks.
This initiative is funded by the Department for Education (DfE), with grant conditions outlined in the Memorandum of Understanding signed by Kent County Council (KCC). The programme aims to address the challenges some families face during school holidays, such as increased food and childcare costs and reduced household income, which can make it difficult to provide adequate meals and activities for children.
HAF offers a variety of enriching activities designed to keep children active and socially engaged during the holidays. Participating families also benefit from resources and support to help improve their understanding of nutrition and food budgeting.
The opportunity to apply for this contract was first made available in December 2024. As this is a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS), bidders may submit applications at any time. However, submissions are reviewed in rounds, as detailed in the Invitation to Tender.
Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) services DPS (SC240025)
The Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme in Kent focuses on supporting children’s physical health and wellbeing by providing nutritious meals and engaging activities during school holidays. Families with children aged four to sixteen who are eligible for benefits-related Free School Meals (FSM) can access these free opportunities during the Easter, summer, and Christmas breaks.
This initiative is funded by the Department for Education (DfE), with grant conditions outlined in the Memorandum of Understanding signed by Kent County Council (KCC).
The programme aims to address the challenges some families face during school holidays, such as increased food and childcare costs and reduced household income, which can make it difficult to provide adequate meals and activities for children.
HAF offers a variety of enriching activities designed to keep children active and socially engaged during the holidays. Participating families also benefit from resources and support to help improve their understanding of nutrition and food budgeting.
The opportunity to apply for this contract was first made available in December 2024. As this is a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS), bidders may submit applications at any time. However, submissions are reviewed in Rounds, as detailed in the Invitation to Tender.
For Round 4, please use the links and access codes provided for the Lots you wish to apply for. If you intend to bid for multiple Lots, you must submit a separate application for each. For example, if you wish to be considered for Lot 1 and Lot 2, you must submit all required documentation under Lot 1 and again under Lot 2. While the documentation required is the same for each Lot, it must be submitted separately to ensure your application is considered.
Links & Access Codes (at end of link):
Lot 1 - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/R46MD864HY
Lot 2 - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/3UC4VA5FY3
Lot 3 - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/22995AWTMW
Lot 4 - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/GS375C4WW4
View 6-notice timelineLatest notice released 11 Sept 2026
Local GovernmentTender
Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) services DPS (SC240025)
The Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme in Kent focuses on supporting children's physical health and wellbeing by providing nutritious meals and engaging activities during school holidays. Families with children aged four to sixteen who are eligible for benefits-related Free School Meals (FSM) can access these free opportunities during the Easter, summer, and Christmas breaks.
This initiative is funded by the Department for Education (DfE), with grant conditions outlined in the Memorandum of Understanding signed by Kent County Council (KCC).
The programme aims to address the challenges some families face during school holidays, such as increased food and childcare costs and reduced household income, which can make it difficult to provide adequate meals and activities for children.
HAF offers a variety of enriching activities designed to keep children active and socially engaged during the holidays. Participating families also benefit from resources and support to help improve their understanding of nutrition and food budgeting.
The opportunity to apply for this contract was first made available in December 2024. As this is a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS), bidders may submit applications at any time. However, submissions are reviewed in Rounds, as detailed in the Invitation to Tender.
For Round 4, please use the links and access codes provided for the Lots you wish to apply for. If you intend to bid for multiple Lots, you must submit a separate application for each. For example, if you wish to be considered for Lot 1 and Lot 2, you must submit all required documentation under Lot 1 and again under Lot 2. While the documentation required is the same for each Lot, it must be submitted separately to ensure your application is considered.
Links & Access Codes (at end of link):
Lot 1 - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/R46MD864HY
Lot 2 - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/3UC4VA5FY3
Lot 3 - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/22995AWTMW
Lot 4 - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/GS375C4WW4
Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant - Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) Passenger Assistant
ONLY BID FOR THIS ROUTE IF YOU CAN MEET THE PA REQUIREMENTS
WEEKLY BOARDER.
Vehicle type: 06 seat
Passenger Assistant Required: Yes. Epilepsy and VNS trained PA
Proposed Taxi Route:
From: TN20 6JJ, TN22 5RE
To: St Piers College
Frequency: Monday morning and Friday afternoon
Daily School Time: Monday 09:15, Friday 15:05
Comments for Operator:
Epilepsy and VNS trained PA.
This opportunity has been distributed on SProc.net
Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats) - Taxi and MPV (1-8 seats)
Vehicle type: Saloon
Passenger Assistant Required: No PA required.
Proposed Taxi Route:
From: BN25 3HN and BN25 4PU
To: Northease Manor, BN7 3EY
Frequency: Monday to Friday
Daily School Time: Mon-Fri 08:30-16;00
Comments for Operator:
No PA required.
This opportunity has been distributed on SProc.net
Kent Fire and Rescue Service (The Authority) is to appoint a supplier to provide generation equipment, training smoke fluids, and associated maintenance and support services used within firefighter training environments.
The Authority delivers a range of operational training activities including:
- Breathing Apparatus (BA) training
- Search and Rescue exercises
- Incident Command simulations
- Fire Behaviour Training
Smoke generation is a critical component of realistic training environments, enabling the simulation of zero-visibility conditions.
The Authority currently utilises portable smoke generation systems across multiple training sites. The systems require ongoing servicing, maintenance and consumable supply.
Deadline for submissions is the 11th September 2026 and all submission are to be made via the Kent Business Portal (https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/)
For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at:
https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Maidstone:-Firefighting-equipment./7BU6P88X99
To respond to this opportunity, please click here:
https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/7BU6P88X99
Portsmouth City Council is reopening the Skills Bootcamp Framework for the purposes of including new Lots 24 & 25
This is an opportunity to deliver Skills Bootcamp training across the Solent as part of a series of skills interventions under the Skills for Life Programme.
The Council is seeking suitably qualified and experienced training providers to develop in partnership with employers, and deliver Skills Bootcamps at Level 2 to level 5 in:
24 - Construction 3 - Minimum of 60 GLH, up to a maximum of 16 weeks of delivery (expected minimum duration would be between 2-4 weeks). These Skills Bootcamps are to be delivered at a minimum of Level 2. We would like these Skills Bootcamps to focus on re-skilling and upskilling to provide new entrants into the Construction Sector into Junior roles. All Skills Bootcamps should include the Level 1 Health & Safety in Construction Environment and the CSCS Green Card, including booking the test and applying for the card on the learner's behalf (Including any necessary re-sits to enable learners to achieve). Training to support these individuals to engage with Construction Agencies and also work within the HMRC Construction Industry Scheme. The content of the course should cover one of, as a guide only, roles such as Plant Operator, Groundworks, Utilities, Plastering, Plumbing, Scaffolding, Tiling or another trade where skills shortages can be identified.
25 - Construction 4 - Minimum of 60 GLH, over a maximum of 16 weeks of delivery at a minimum of Level 3. We would like these Skills Bootcamps to focus on re-skilling and upskilling to roles within the Construction Sector. The delivery provider will ensure that, where appropriate to the learner's intended role and progression pathway, learners are supported to obtain the correct Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card. The content of the course should cover one of, as a guide only, Construction Management, Construction Supervisor, Project Management for Construction, NEBOSH Management in Construction Health & Safety or another area where skills shortages can be identified.
The appointment of suppliers onto the framework for future opportunities and the mini-competitions for Wave 7 awards will be run concurrently.