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Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, through its trading name Education Commercial Services, is establishing a Dynamic Purchasing System to procure commonly used goods and services for the public sector across the United Kingdom. The system is designed to promote an ethical and sustainable supply chain that delivers measurable social value to local communities, while maintaining high procurement standards tailored to the education sector in the North East and beyond.

Prospective suppliers will be invited to participate in competitions based on three defined categories: the service category identified by CPV codes, the geographical location specified by NUTS codes, and any defined additional capabilities. By listing these categories in their applications, suppliers will be shortlisted for targeted competition rounds, enabling the Trust to assess fit accurately and support local SMEs, charities and social enterprises through a framework that encourages 10‑day payment terms and the integration of sustainability, community, and employee‑support practices across the entire supply chain.

All suppliers must adhere to sustainable procurement standards and demonstrate ethical supply chain practices.

YPO has established a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) to centralise the procurement of comprehensive fleet‑management solutions for itself and all of its wholly owned subsidiaries. The DPS is designed to deliver both technology platforms and operational services that enhance the efficiency, safety, and sustainability of its vehicle fleet. By consolidating procurement under a single contractual framework, YPO can maintain consistent standards while meeting the evolving needs of diverse public sector organisations.

Key components of the DPS include cloud‑based route and transport planning tools that automatically optimise travel distance and adjust priorities in real time; driver‑risk management systems that provide continuous monitoring of driver performance; and vehicle‑asset management solutions that track temperature, inspections, compliance, and service planning. Operational support extends to supply‑chain logistics, van stock management, and the provision of emergency roadside recovery services available 24 hours a day throughout the year. Additional requirements cover the installation of compliant wash bays, the management of parking‑and‑ticket‑notice (PCN) processing, the application and maintenance of vehicle livery with guaranteed durability, and a range of driver and vehicle safety training courses. Disposal services for de‑commissioned vehicles and related accessories are also included.

All technology solutions supplied under the DPS must be cloud‑based unless otherwise requested by the contracting authority, ensuring real‑time data sharing and scalability across the fleet.

North East Lincolnshire Council is inviting providers to become members of a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) specifically designed for the procurement of apprenticeship training programmes. This will replace the former DPS for Apprenticeship Training Programmes (DN311727) that concluded on 15 January 2022. By joining the new system, training providers will be able to participate in recurring competitions for apprenticeships awarded by the Council, and the Council may also use the DPS on behalf of Academy Schools situated within the North East Lincolnshire area.

The DPS will operate for a maximum of eight years, though the Council reserves the right to terminate the system after a period of 48 months should the need for its continuity change. A single initial deadline of thirty days after publication is set for requests to participate, after which providers may submit participation requests at any time while the DPS remains active. Once admitted, providers will compete for individual apprenticeship contracts whenever the Council initiates a further competition, with each contract’s commencement date and duration determined at the time of award. The procurement is structured as a recurrent system, with no options or variant clauses permitted.

The estimated value of the contract is £1,920,000.00 excluding VAT, and the procurement will be conducted entirely in English through the e‐tender portal https://yortender.eu-supply.com/. No variants or options are allowed, with all requests for participation and clarifications directed to the designated online platform. The contract will run for eight years, subject to early termination after forty‑eight months if necessary.

The Ministry of Justice is establishing a Dynamic Purchasing System for Minor Works (MWDPS) to support construction, maintenance and repair activities across its estate, including prisons, courts, tribunals and selected Home Office and corporate buildings in England, Wales and Scotland. The system will offer a streamlined alternative route to market for projects and high‑impact remedial works up to £1 million, while accommodating maintenance obligations and facilitating rapid, short‑duration call‑off contracts. The MWDPS is intended to attract a broad base of contractors, with no cap on the number of participants, and the Ministry remains open to SME involvement to enhance competition.

Work under the MWDPS will be classified into five headline lots: Building Structure and Groundworks; Mechanical Engineering including HVAC; Electrical Engineering including Security; Demolition Work; and Multidisciplinary Construction Work. Each lot is further divided into detailed work categories, and individual projects may range from a couple of weeks to nine months, with maintenance contracts potentially extending beyond one year. The system will leverage Constructionline as the hosting and vetting platform, requiring prospective contractors to obtain an associate Constructionline membership and register for the system through the provided portal.

Contractual terms for call‑off agreements will be drawn from the NEC Engineering & Construction Short Contract for project work and the NEC Term Services Contract for maintenance work, with the possibility of bespoke terms for very low‑value or straightforward scope. The procurement will be conducted under Regulation 34 of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and will operate for an initial four‑year period with optional extensions, guided by evolving business needs.
NEC-term contracting will govern call‑off contracts, with potential bespoke arrangements for qualifying works.

Caerphilly County Borough Council has established a Dynamic Purchasing System to enable a diverse array of training providers to offer courses, qualifications, and accreditations to both council employees and local residents. The system is designed to support the Council’s goal of upskilling its workforce and cultivating employability within the borough, and it can be accessed by all council departments to meet a wide spectrum of learning needs.

The DPS invites providers to deliver a broad spectrum of traditional and bespoke training packages, including technical and vocational qualifications, licences, and workforce development courses that align with the local labour market. Key subject areas include construction, rail, civil and plant, security, administration, hospitality, care, green skills, heavy goods vehicle driving, hair and beauty, general employment-focused courses, wellbeing and mental health first aid, creative and media, housing and estates, numeracy, essential skills, and family learning. The system is available for up to five years with the option for a further five‑year extension, permits the supply of variant services, and is accessible through the council’s supplier portal. All training must comply with relevant national accreditation standards and health and safety regulations.