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Lancashire County Council is seeking to procure specialist inpatient detoxification and rehabilitation services for individuals experiencing substance misuse in Lancashire, England. The procurement encompasses two distinct service categories: detoxification services and rehabilitation programs.

Detoxification services will provide comprehensive assessment, stabilization, and medically assisted withdrawal for individuals misusing drugs and alcohol. Rehabilitation programs will offer a range of residential and non-residential interventions tailored to address individual needs, promote behavior change, enhance resilience, and support trauma recovery.

The contract term is set at 10 years, commencing on August 1, 2024. Lancashire County Council anticipates an estimated total spend of up to £30,217,214 over the contract duration. Blackpool Council will also have access to the established Pseudo Dynamic Purchasing System (PDPS) with an estimated spend of up to £3,219,000. The PDPS will remain open for new applications throughout the contract term, allowing for ongoing participation from qualified providers.

Lyndon Green Junior School and Lyndon Green Infant School have announced a competitive tender for the delivery of catering services across their shared kitchen facility. The successful supplier will be responsible for preparing and serving breakfast‑break and lunch meals for children aged seven to eleven and for meeting all hospitality and free‑issue requirements at an equitable cost. The schools’ kitchen, which has historically operated as a hub for neighbouring schools, may again be utilised as a central hub for a wider delivered meal service should a viable business case be presented.

The contracting authority expects the contractor to help advance the schools’ vision of an innovative, healthy food service by sourcing fresh, seasonal, and locally produced ingredients, supporting the curriculum’s emphasis on forest school learning and the five core dispositions of perseverance, positivity, creativity, adventure, and hard work. The contract is scheduled for 1 January 2027 to 31 December 2029 with a potential extension to 31 December 2031. Quality will carry a 70 % weighting, followed by price at 30 %.

The supplier must adhere to UK Food Standards Agency guidelines and produce menus that incorporate locally sourced, seasonal produce.

The London Borough of Haringey is establishing a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Home Support Services. This DPS will facilitate the procurement and commissioning of Home Support Services for vulnerable Adults and Children aged 0-18 years.

The Home Support Services are categorized into two main groups: Adults Home Support and Children's Home Support. Adults Home Support encompasses services such as Home Support, Reablement, Out Of Borough support, and Bundled Hours. Children's Home Support (0-18 years) includes Home Support, Reablement, Out of Borough support, Family Support, and Specialist Family Therapeutic Support Services.

Contracts awarded under this DPS will be subject to the "light touch regime" as defined by sections 74 to 76 of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The DPS utilizes a mini-competition model, where suppliers registered in relevant subcategories are invited to bid for specific service needs advertised on a sourcing portal. The DPS is open to Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs). Additionally, other public sector bodies, including London Borough Councils, Pan London organizations, and Local Authorities in the Home Counties, can access this DPS through an access agreement with the London Borough of Haringey.

London and Quadrant Housing Trust (L&Q) seeks subcontractors for its Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Construction Services. This DPS will encompass Groundwork, Reinforced Concrete Frame construction, External Works, and Piling services for L&Q's self-delivered new build projects.

The scope of work includes Electrical first and final fix, encompassing design and installation for apartments, communal areas, public spaces, domestic and commercial applications. Subcontractors will be expected to adhere to all statutory requirements and possess expertise in CHP systems, Building Management Systems (BMS), Photovoltaic (PV) installations, life safety systems, security & CCTV, plant rooms, energy centers, maintenance packages, and emergency call-outs.

The DPS will be structured into lots based on project value/size to accommodate subcontractors of varying scales. Interested subcontractors can join the DPS at any time during its validity period. Individual projects will be awarded through mini-competitions, allowing capable providers to opt in and compete for specific opportunities.

A Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) is being established for demolition and dismantling works. The DPS will encompass the provision of demolition and dismantling services for both low and high-rise buildings, including domestic and commercial properties. A variety of demolition methods will be permitted under the DPS, allowing for tailored solutions based on specific project requirements.

The DPS utilizes a three-stage mini-tender process for awarding contracts: Expression of Interest (EOI), Optional Sifting Brief (which may include qualitative questions or interviews), and Invitation to Tender (ITT). This structured approach ensures a comprehensive evaluation of potential suppliers.

The DPS is accessible to a broad range of public sector organizations in England and Wales, including housing associations, local authorities, NHS trusts, education providers, emergency services, and other entities involved in the ownership or management of housing stock. The DPS has been extended to February 23rd, 2029, enabling both above and below threshold awards and providing opportunities for new suppliers to join. Interested contractors can apply through the Delta portal using access code V9V36KSPS9.