Invitation to Tender - Evaluation Impact Case Studies
CONTEXT
The Future Parks Accelerator (FPA) programme ran from 2019 to 2022 working intensively with 8 Local Authorities to help identify and develop new ways to care for the urban natural environment, create a step change in how people engaged with parks and greenspaces in the participant cities; and identify new ways to fund parks and greenspaces for the long term, putting the management and funding of green space on a more sustainable footing.
7 of the FPA Cohort remained closely involved with the project partners following the completion of the programme and helped to co-design the follow-on ten-year programme. Nature Towns and Cities, launched in 2025, was designed to support transformative change in up to 100 towns and cities. These 7 places form the Nature Towns and Cities pioneer cohort continue to receive support from the programme while also supporting and mentoring new participants.
Although evaluated throughout the programme, it was anticipated that on-the ground impacts would lag behind the implementation of these changes.
THIS COMMISSION
This commission seeks to understand and evidence the change that has taken place in each of the 7 places that have remained involved. We are seeking a consultant to undertake a follow-up study of the 7 places still participating in the Nature Towns and Cities Pioneer Cohort to understand what has happened since 2019 (and especially since 2022), and to generate robust, independent evidence of longer-term impact, including write up stories of whole place change, evidence the benefit to places and communities of investing in capacity-building and systems-change approaches and support Nature Towns and Cities & Pioneer Cohort to understand and articulate the causal link between the interventions and their longer-term impacts.
INFORMATION TO BE RETURNED
Submissions should include the following information:
· Outline of your proposed approach to the project, including project plan and high-level risk log
· Description of your relevant experience and abridged CVs of the proposed project team.
· Proposed budget breakdown.
· Details of any matters or concerns not covered by this brief
· Answers to the mandatory questions and company information included in the Annex (not included in page count).
Submissions should be no more than 6 pages in length. Abridged CVs can be included as appendices.
These should be returned to [email protected] by the deadline of 9am Monday 14th September 2026.
The budget available for this work is £20-25k incl. VAT.
Please see the full attached ITT document for further details.
THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTYWAC-643453
Leicester College Call for Turing Scheme Partners 2026/27
In June 2026, Leicester College secured both FE and HE Turing Scheme contracts for 2026/27. To enable selected 2026/27 student cohorts to benefit from overseas further education-based mobility placements, we are currently welcoming applications from experienced and reputable organisations to support us by organising, managing, and delivering these international mobility placements.
Leicester College intends to contract to one or more providers within the contract period.
The anticipated annual value of the services is approximately £25,000 to £125,000 depending on your capacity, costs and our student volumes.
To be considered as a partner organisation we require, as a minimum:
Demonstrable experience of supporting international mobility placements with UK further education students, including apprentices
Evidence of working with disadvantaged, underrepresented, and SEND students, with tailored support approaches
Provision of high-quality work placements with external employers that enable students to enhance transferable skills and improve educational and career prospects
Placements for 14 or 15 days (with a minimum of 10 work/study days), or at least 7 days for students with SEND
Placements scheduled between 1 October 2026 and 31 August 2027
Clear understanding of Turing Scheme funding categories and the DfE grant rates for chosen destinations
Leicester College will consider destinations where partners have strong employer networks and can deliver value for money within DfE funding rates.
Destinations will be assessed against:
Government Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) travel advice, with particular attention to any regions affected by ongoing political instability or conflict.
College risk assessment protocols. For example, the recent Middle East conflict which could affect stopover plans and cause travel disruptions.
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Public SectorTender 2 notices
NHM150 Western Galleries – Visitor Flow and Circulation Consultant
The Natural History Museum has launched NHM150, an ambitious transformation programme leading up to its 150th anniversary in 2031. The programme will significantly enhance the Museum’s public offer, increasing access, reach and impact through a major renewal of galleries and visitor experiences.
The Natural History Museum is seeking to appoint a Visitor Flow and Circulation Consultant to support the delivery of Phase 2 of the NHM150 Programme. The appointment will span both the base build projects and the associated gallery fit out projects and the consultant will form part of the wider multidisciplinary design teams.
The consultant will provide strategic and technical advice relating to visitor flow, horizontal and vertical circulation, capacity, orientation, and visitor movement throughout the refurbished Western Galleries and Oceans Hall. The consultant shall support the development of an integrated visitor circulation strategy which considers individual galleries and spaces, the Western Galleries and Oceans Hall as a whole, and within the context of the wider museum.
The appointment will cover RIBA Stages 2-4 of the Western Galleries Base Build, Oceans Gallery Base Build, Dinosaurs 28 (Swing Space) Exhibition Fit Out and Lives of Dinosaurs (Dinosaurs 30) Exhibition Fit Out projects. They will be required to work as a fully integrated member of the project design teams, providing specialist expertise, analysis and design support to ensure the delivery of a coherent, accessible and enjoyable visitor experience across the Phase 2 galleries.
The consultant shall also provide advice and recommendations in response to queries by the Lead Designer(s) and NHM Core Team, for the Old General Herbarium & Botany Library Exhibition Fit Out, Life on Earth (Origins) Exhibition Fit Out and Oceans Gallery Exhibition Fit Out projects.
For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at:
https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Construction-work-for-buildings-relating-to-leisure%2C-sports%2C-culture%2C-lodging-and-restaurants./9378W497XY
To respond to this opportunity, please click here:
https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/9378W497XY
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Private SectorTender
The Supply of Bespoke Blank White Access Control Legic Smart Cards
Unite Procurement UK Limited (part of Unite Holding SE), on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, is seeking suppliers to join the Unite Procurement Platform to support the supply of bespoke blank white access control legic smart cards.
Requirement Details
The procurement covers the following products and services:
BESPOKE Blank White Access Control Legic Smart Cards Encoded
High-security smart cards with Legic encoding capability for access control systems. Cards must be blank white CR80 format with full encoding functionality.
SISYS Blank White CR80 ISO Standard PVC ID Cards (100 pack)
ISO/IEC 7810 ID-1 compliant blank PVC cards in white, supplied in packs of 100. Suitable for printing and encoding applications.
The Unite Procurement Platform
(Unite | Simplify indirect procurement with our smarter platform) offers a compliant route to market for UK Public Sector organisations to manage low-value, high-volume procurement.
How to Apply
Interested suppliers should register their interest by contacting Unite Procurement UK Limited and provide details of their product range, modification capabilities, and maintenance services. Further information on the onboarding process for the Unite Procurement Platform will be provided upon expression of interest and can also be found at the link attached.
Unite Procurement UK Limited does not intend to appoint a sole supplier for this requirement. Instead, multiple suppliers may be onboarded to the Unite Procurement Platform to ensure a diverse and competitive supply base, supporting flexibility and choice for the Ministry of Defence and associated organisations.
Suppliers are encouraged to express their interest by the stated closing date to ensure early consideration. However, applications to join the Unite Procurement Platform will be welcome at any time beyond the initial deadline. Unite Procurement UK Limited reserves the right to review and onboard new suppliers on a rolling basis to meet evolving requirements and to maintain a dynamic and responsive supplier network.
Contact
For any enquiries and interest, please email [email protected] with the subject title TSS 790 Opportunity.
Ingeus is seeking suitably experienced suppliers to provide labour market intelligence that provides real-time geographical, talent and competitor insights.
We are looking to partner with a provider of market intelligence within the *clinical labour market to support our existing candidate attraction and resourcing strategy.
*specifically: Registered Occupational Therapists, Nurses, Paramedics, Physiotherapists and Pharmacists.
Suppliers wishing to be considered should submit a short written response setting out:
• Detailed scope of market intelligence offered.
• Geographies it relates to.
• Clinical professions it relates to.
• Cost model.
Responses and any enquiries should be submitted by email by the closing date stated above, with "National Clinical Labour Market Intelligence" in the subject field
Additional information: Ingeus reserves the right to:
• award contracts to one or more suppliers
• separate or combine work packages
• withdraw or amend this opportunity
Feedback will not be provided to unsuccessful respondents.
Species recovery project at Ainsdale Sand Dunes NNR
This project aims to enhance existing dune slacks, providing new breeding opportunities for Natterjack toad. This essential habitat creation and enhancement is considered key to achieving favourable condition for the species and the project will help restore this site to conditions that support natterjack toads and encourage thriving populations within the Sefton Coast area. See specification document for more in depth overview of conservation work required.
Natural England is seeking a contractor with expertise in GIS, Earth Observation, habitat mapping and biodiversity analysis to create England-wide inland rock and scree habitat maps, using existing aerial imagery, geological, topographical and botanical datasets. The work is entirely desk-based, with no fieldwork required, and must be completed by February 2027. Deliverables include GIS datasets, metadata, technical reporting and supporting code where applicable, with outputs suitable for publication under the Open Government Licence.
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Private SectorUpdate 4 notices
Supply engagement meeting
Three Sixty Limited is hosting a market engagement event to connect with current contractors and prospective suppliers as part of a wider supply chain and contractor review exercise. The session will provide an opportunity to share more about Three Sixty's current and future requirements, understand supplier capability and capacity, and explore how the organisation can continue to build a high-performing, resilient and socially responsible supply chain.
View 4-notice timelineLatest notice released 14 Sept 2026
Local GovernmentUpdate Closes today 3 notices
Invitation to tender for a 3-year contract for floral displays for Hertford Town Council
The Town Council is seeking quotes for a three-year contract for the provision of its floral displays which have provided displays both in summer/autumn (June to October approximately) and winter/spring (October to May approximately).
The contract seeks to maintain the existing high level of floral impact whilst demonstrating commitment to enhancing biodiversity through provision of plants for pollinators.
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council invites quotations from suitably experienced PR and Event Management agencies to deliver a high-quality showcase event and supporting communications campaign. PR Agent for Digital Transformation Flexible Fund DTFF Celebration Event
To access this competition:
Registered:
Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA18403.
Not registered:
Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA18403 as the reason for registration.
Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD)WAC-646408
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council invites quotations from suitably experienced PR and Event Management agencies to deliver a high-quality showcase event and supporting communications campaign. PR Agent for Digital Transformation Flexible Fund DTFF Celebration Event
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) WAC-646005
Ceredigion - Replacement of Infrared Interpretation and Assisted Listening System
Ceredigion County Council is seeking to procure the services of a qualified and experienced contractor or organisation to undertake the replacement of the existing Sennheiser Infrared (IR) interpretation and assisted listening system within the Council Chamber. The supplier shall provide a complete installation service, including supply, installation, configuration, testing and commissioning of the proposed solution. Bidders may also offer a maintenance service, which the Council may elect to award.
Tenders are invited from suitably qualified parties who are able to provide the services required in compliance with all current legislation and best practice.
Please note that the contract value provided within this notice represents an estimate prepared by the Council. It is issued for guidance only and does not constitute a fixed budget or an indication of the expected contract price. Bidders are expected to submit a competitive bid based on market prices.
Mae Cyngor Sir Ceredigion yn ceisio caffael gwasanaethau contractwr neu sefydliad cymwys a phrofiadol i gyflawni’r gwaith o ddisodli’r system ddehongli a gwrando â chymorth Isgoch (IR) Sennheiser bresennol yn Siambr y Cyngor. Bydd y cyflenwr yn darparu gwasanaeth gosod cyflawn, gan gynnwys cyflenwi, gosod, ffurfweddu, profi a chomisiynu’r datrysiad arfaethedig. Gall tendrwyr hefyd gynnig gwasanaeth cynnal a chadw, y gall y Cyngor ddewis ei ddyfarnu.
Gwahoddir tendrau gan bartïon sydd â’r cymwysterau priodol ac sy’n gallu darparu’r gwasanaethau gofynnol yn unol â’r holl ddeddfwriaeth gyfredol ac arferion gorau perthnasol.
Noder fod gwerth y contract a ddarparwyd yn yr hysbysiad hwn yn cynrychioli amcangyfrif a baratowyd gan y Cyngor. Fe'i cyhoeddir at ddibenion canllaw yn unig ac nid yw'n gyllideb sefydlog nac yn arwydd o bris disgwyliedig y contract. Disgwylir i dendrwyr gyflwyno tendr cystadleuol yn seiliedig ar brisiau'r farchnad
Request for Tender – Brand, Media and Communications Engagement Strategy
Keys Academies invites suitably experienced organisations to tender for the development and delivery of a bespoke brand, media and communications engagement strategy.
The successful provider will support the formation and launch of Deacon Keys Academies, scheduled for January 2027, ensuring that its vision, values, strengths and benefits are communicated clearly and consistently to internal and external stakeholders.
Bidders are invited to submit a tender for The Renewal of, rendering and decoration of the windows to the left side elevation of Bargoed library. The scope of the project is fully described in Appendix 1 but in summary the scope is:
• Traditional lime render
• Painting of windows
Bidders are invited to submit a tender for the renewal of two boilers at The Winding House Museum. The scope of the project is fully described in Appendix 1 but in summary the scope is:
• Installation of Boilers
Hywel Dda University Health Board (HDUHB) is seeking to commission an experienced Public Arts & Health organisation to develop and deliver a high-quality Arts and Creative Engagement Commission for Atriwm (formally Carmarthen Hwb), the new regional Integrated Health and Wellbeing hub in the centre of Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire.