Large Scale Powder Atomic Layer Deposition (PALD) tool
The University of Warwick has a requirement to purchase a Large Scale Powder Atomic Layer Deposition tool, or “PALD”, for the Energy Innovation Centre and the wider materials & manufacturing research & development activities in Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) – University of Warwick.
In order to express interest in this opportunity please go to the University of Warwick In-Tend supplier portal (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick).
The University of Warwick is not a contracting authority for the purposes of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as amended) or the Procurement Act 2023 and associated Procurement Regulations 2024 (and as may be amended from time to time) and its procurement activities are not subject to the requirements set out therein or the obligations under the European Public Procurement Directives, including the European Remedies Directive. Should the University advertise contracts in the Official Journal of the European Union, Find-A-Tender platform or other contract opportunity advertising site or platform, this is at the sole discretion of the University and is undertaken on a voluntary basis with no implied obligation to comply with the procurement legislation.
This is a PSR Competitive Notice for Individual Placement Support Services. The full detail of the service requirements can be found within the tender documentation on the Atamis portal.<br/><br/>This contract will be for three years, running from 2027-2030 with the option to extend for a further two years (1+1), any extensions will be based upon available funding.
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation TrustWAC-634259
Independent Accountant's Reports (IARs) & Grant Assurance Services
Aston University is undertaking a Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) exercise to inform a future procurement for the provision of Independent Accountant's Reports (IARs) and Grant Assurance Services.
The University wishes to engage with suppliers active in the grant assurance, audit and accountancy sector to better understand market capability, service delivery models, pricing approaches, innovation opportunities, and routes to market.
The anticipated scope may include, but is not limited to:
Independent Accountant's Reports (IARs) for Innovate UK funded projects;
Grant assurance and certification services for UKRI funded projects;
Assurance engagements relating to Horizon Europe and successor programmes;
Agreed-Upon Procedures (AUP) engagements;
Grant assurance requirements arising from charitable, governmental and other research funders;
Related advisory services associated with grant assurance and certification requirements.
The purpose of this engagement is solely to gather market intelligence and obtain supplier feedback to help shape the University's procurement strategy and future tender documentation.
Participation in this PME exercise will not confer any advantage or disadvantage in any subsequent procurement process.
Invitation to Tender for Tailored Learning Delivery 2026-29
Tender for the engagement with learners and delivery of non-accredited Tailored Learning opportunities within Herefordshire, in line with the council's priorities and priority groups.
Multiple contracts may be awarded. Subject to the availability of budget, the Council intends to award contracts sequentially, commencing with the highest-ranked tenderer and continuing in descending order of ranking until the available budget has been allocated. There is the potential for one or more partial awards to be made in limited circumstances. Any partial award will be based on the rates, prices and terms submitted in the tender and will involve a proportionate reduction in the volume of delivery and price only. Further details can be found in the tender documents.
Invitation to Tender for the Management of Cleaning Services at Hamstead Hall Academy Trust
The Hamstead Hall Academy Trust has decided to tender their cleaning services to investigate the financial and qualitative benefits they could be offered through this process.
The trust consists of two schools based in the North-West Birmingham area which are:
1) Hamstead Hall Academy, a secondary school with around 1200 pupils.
2) Grestone Academy, a primary school with around 380 pupils.
Aims of the Service and Tender
The key aims of the tender are to:
- Provide a high standard of cleaning
- Deliver the cleaning services with consistency - good quality assurance systems in place
- Good communication at local and operations manager level with the Trust - two-way communication
- Daily interaction with the School representative at each site
- Develop an effective method of handing over any special needs and comments on a daily basis
- A Contractor that adopts a flexible and proactive approach to all Trust activities.
- Cleaners to work the hours that best suit the needs of the School and maximise the work completed
- A Contractor that operates using the optimum level of staffing.
Training and development of the teams at the School
This does not imply that this is not happening now - these are the aims of the contract.
The Trust work to provide the students with the very best experiences they can. The quality of the environment in which they all work together is very important to us. The cleanliness and good order of the classrooms, corridors and other areas of the Trust impacts upon the teaching and learning that goes within the Trust. The Trust expectations are high, and they are looking for a cleaning contractor who has the same aims and aspirations as we do. They do seek value for money but that does not mean they will choose the cheapest quote possible. They are seeking a partner who will be willing to undertake extra work and be flexible in approach when dealing with certain key events in our year.
UOW991 University of Worcester Outdoor Covered Cricket Facility
The University of Worcester is seeking to develop an Outdoor Covered Cricket Facility at its Severn Campus. The development shall be in accordance with the ECB’s guidance Covered Outdoor Cricket Facilities - Developing Your Project and Covered Outdoor Cricket Facilities - Design Guide v1.1.
The key elements of the University’s proposal are:-
• 10 lanes.
• Provide opportunities for two indoor matches to be played concurrently.
• A facility that is 46m long and 52m wide
• Areas between the game zones to be greater than the minimum (hence the wider facility) to allow for improved spectator experience and for wheelchairs to pass
• Lane width – Elite level at 4m
• Orientation as close to North South as possible – with the bowler coming from the northern end.
• Location on the site to be in the southern part of the site.
• Storage for bowling machines to be within the covered outdoor facility with suitable protection against frost and damp at the bowlers’ end
• Storage, in the form of open units, for players’ bags and equipment at the bowlers’ end outside of the playing area.
• Covered facility to be surrounded by anti-climb fencing (same height as that surrounding the University’s all weather pitches) with access gates on the northern and eastern boundaries (exact details tbc)
• Soft and hard landscaping to be provided to the perimeter
A full scope of services for the appointed contractor will be developed and will be issued as part of the procurement process. It is envisaged the contractor will be appointed on a 2 Stage JCT Design and Build Contract.
The University is looking to run a competitive flexible process commencing with a Preliminary Market Engagement Stage which will help to guide the next stages of the process.
AVGAS Fuel to Glasgow and Strathclyde Universities Air Squadron (UGSAS)
The requirement is for the provision of AVGAS fuel in support of Universities of Glasgow and Strathclyde Air Squadron UGSAS flying operations. Valued at £512,000.00 Inc VAT , £409,600.00 Ex VAT
INVITATION TO QUOTE FOR Exclusive rights to publish College Endorsed Manuals for the National Police Promotions Framework Step Two Legal Examinations (Sergeant and Inspector) and the National Investigators' Examination
Description You are invited by the College of Policing to quote for the provision of exclusive rights to publish College Endorsed Manuals for the National Police Promotions Framework Step Two Legal Examinations (Sergeant and Inspector) and the National Investigators' Examination detailed in the attached brief documentation. Your quotation must be received by Monday 21st September 2026, 16:00hrs. It is the responsibility of all suppliers to ensure that their quotation response is received no later than the appointed time. The College of Policing may undertake not to consider quotations received after that time. The College of policing is not bound to accept the lowest priced or any quote and shall not be bound to accept the supplier as sole supplier. Prices quoted shall remain firm for the duration of the contract. Value Added Tax (VAT) should be shown separately and the VAT registration number given. The quotation will be evaluated using the following criteria and weightings: Evaluation Criteria Weighting Quality 60% Price 40% By providing us with a quotation you agree to be bound by the College of Policing Invitation to Quote and Licence terms. These Terms and Conditions will apply to any contract awarded to you after you have provided us with your quotation.
Enquiries and returns regarding this Invitation to Quote should be addressed via email to: Copyright&[email protected]
The purpose of the contract is to provide drainage services as required across the University Estate. The contract will cover both planned preventative maintenance and adhoc requirements.
View 2-notice timelineLatest notice released 29 Sept 2026
Local GovernmentTender 2 notices
Flexible contracting agreement (FCA) for Birmingham Virtual School Enrichment Services
Birmingham City Council (the "Council") wishes to establish a Flexible Contracting Agreement (FCA) for Birmingham Virtual School (BVS) Enrichment Services in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023, applying the provisions for Light Touch Contracts as defined in Section 9 of the Act and Schedule 1 of the Procurement Regulations 2024. These provisions apply to certain social, health, and education services that are subject to more flexible procurement rules due to their direct impact on individuals and communities. The requirement will be conducted in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023, using a Competitive Flexible Procedure designed by the Council.
The Enrichment FCA will provide a comprehensive range of services designed to enrich the educational experiences and outcomes of looked-after children in Birmingham, as well as children and young people placed by Birmingham City Council in other local authority areas. The programme aims to promote educational achievement, inclusion, participation, and progression, ensuring that individual needs and aspirations are effectively supported.
The Enrichment FCA is structured into three lots designed to support young people in care through targeted provision.
Lot 1: Careers Information, Advice and Guidance (CIAG) - Supports young people aged 12–19 with disrupted education, transition challenges, or at risk of NEET. Includes personalised careers advice, programmes, and events.
To be awarded to one provider.
Lot 2: Short Courses and Qualifications - Supports Year 11–13 learners, especially newly arrived or NEET. Offers pre-entry to Level 2 courses.
Further divided into two;
Lot 2a: English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) – Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5
Lot 2b: Accredited courses & Qualifications – Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5
To be awarded to up to four providers. 2 providers for each of the Key Stage ins 2a and 2b.
Lot 3: Community Enrichment Activities - Covers Creative Arts, Music, Sport, Outdoor Learning, and STEM activities.
Tenderers can bid for one or more Lots and all tenderers who meet the minimum quality criteria will be appointed to the FCA. Potential Suppliers must complete all relevant tender documents including the main response document and the response document(s) for the Lot they are bidding for.
The Authority will operate a structured call-off procedure under the FCA. The default method will be direct award, with provision to conduct a further competition (mini-competition) where the requirement cannot be satisfied through direct award.
The FCA is expected to be established in February 2027, with call-offs and any mini competitions anticipated to commence from March 2027. The agreement will run for an initial period of three (3) years, with the option to extend for a further one (1) year, subject to satisfactory performance and the availability of funding.
View 2-notice timelineLatest notice released 1 Oct 2026
EducationTender
Aston University STEM Education Trust Tender for Cleaning Services
Aston University STEM Education Trust (AUSEAT) is a multi-academy trust sponsored by Aston University. They are seeking a contractor to provide cleaning services at their three specialist institutions split across two sites at 1 & 2 Lister Street, Birmingham: Aston University Engineering Academy (AUEA); Aston University Mathematics School (AUMS); Aston University Goldsmiths Institute (AUGI). Cleaning of a regular and routine nature is required, together with more specific periodical cleaning outside of the term-time operation.
ASTON UNIVERSITY STEM EDUCATION ACADEMY TRUSTWAC-647906
University Hospitals Birmingham Eyecare Voucher Provision
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB) is seeking a supplier to provide an occupational eyecare service for its employees. The service covers eye and eyesight testing and the supply of appropriate eyewear for display screen equipment users, employees requiring prescription protective eyewear, and corporate drivers, enabling UHB to discharge its statutory duties under the Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992 (as amended) and related legislation. The supplier will operate an online booking and voucher hub, a network of affiliated optometrists across the West Midlands, an employee helpline, and quarterly management information reporting. The contract is for five years with an option to extend for two further twelve-month periods.
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation TrustWAC-643756
Learning Community Trust Tender for Catering Services
The Learning Community Trust is a Multi-Academy trust which spans education for children and young people from the age of 2 years old, through to 16 years old, and up to 25 years old in specialist settings – with an excellent reputation both regionally and nationally.
The Trust are seeking a contractor to provide catering services to two schools - Wilfred Owen Primary School, and Severndale Academy. Both schools are sited at Monkmoor Campus, Woodcote Way, Monkmoor, Shrewsbury SY2 5SH.
The contract will be awarded for a period of 3 years commencing 1st April 2027 with an option to extend for a further one plus one years. The Trust is seeking a partnership to continue to maximise the opportunity of the catering facilities and to further enhance the dining experience for both staff and students. There is an opportunity to consider investment proposals which can be used to update the current facilities.
The successful Supplier will be required to provide catering services across all eight of the (SAET) Severn Academies Educational Trust schools as well as two schools from The Rivers CofE Academy Trust who receive a delivered service from schools within SAET. This takes the total number of schools to ten (10) within this catering tender.
The annual contract value is approximately £966,600 and the initial contract term will be three years, commencing 1 January 2027 and concluding 31 December 2029. The contract will operate on a guaranteed performance basis, offering a fixed annual return and/or subsidy. There will be an option to extend for a further term of three years by mutual agreement.
The combined pupil population is approximately 3,664, with all schools located within a 10-mile radius of Kidderminster, providing a compact and operationally efficient geographical footprint.
Severn Academies Educational Trust (SAET), is a sponsoring multi academy trust based in the Wyre Forest region of Worcestershire. The trust was formed in 2016 and currently consists of two high schools and six primary schools. The trust provides high quality educational experiences and care for just over 3,000 pupils aged 2-18.
The schools maintain their own identity and are led by highly effective Headteachers who are supported by their local governing bodies. SAET schools work closely together to share resources, people and innovative practice. Being part of SAET provides a strong and supportive base from which schools can provide children and young people with high quality teaching, and the skills and opportunities they need to be the best they can be.
Please see PSQ Document for more information.
For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at:
https://litmustms.co.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Stourport-on-Severn:-School-catering-services./BC85S7BW89
To respond to this opportunity, please click here:
https://litmustms.co.uk/respond/BC85S7BW89
Fort Royal Community Primary School ~ Cleaning Tender
The successful Supplier will be required to provide cleaning services for Fort Royal Community Primary School.
The annual contract value is approximately £130,000 and the initial contract term will be three years, commencing 1 April 2027 and concluding 31 March 2030. The contract will operate on a guaranteed performance basis, offering a fixed annual subsidy. There will be an option to extend for a further term of one plus one years by mutual agreement.
The school is located in Central Worcester and is a Maintained Primary special needs school with 208 pupils on roll and approximately 170 staff employed.
They are a dedicated and enthusiastic team who are committed to providing the best possible education and care for the pupils and developing independence and social awareness to prepare them for productive and successful lives. There are 25 classes and fantastic facilities, including a hydrotherapy pool, specialist sensory areas and extensive outdoor learning environments both within the school grounds and attached to individual classes. The school runs in term time, but some support staff work all year round.
Currently, the school is cleaned in the mornings prior to opening, with cleaning commencing from 6:00am during term time and on TED days. In addition, the school benefits from approximately four weeks of deep cleaning during holiday periods. Due to the morning cleaning schedule, there is a requirement for some ad hoc cleaning at the start of holiday periods (e.g. bin clearance), along with limited cleans a few times per week in key areas during the main school holidays (Easter, Summer, and Christmas).
While the school is open to reviewing cleaning times, if the morning schedule is retained, they would like these ad hoc requirements to be formally incorporated into the contract. The school also hosts a holiday club during certain school holidays, which is currently supported through ad hoc cleaning arrangements. While there are no lettings at present, the school would like flexibility within the contract to accommodate this should it change in the future.
Please see PSQ Document for more information.
For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at:
https://litmustms.co.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Worcester:-School-cleaning-services./BG43V6G56D
To respond to this opportunity, please click here:
https://litmustms.co.uk/respond/BG43V6G56D