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The London Borough of Haringey will appoint a single Dynamic Purchasing System to supply a full spectrum of design, printing and related services. The system covers twelve distinct lots, ranging from the production of standard printed collateral such as leaflets, brochures and posters, through to specialised confidential printing of council reports and payslips, and the supply of promotional merchandise including tote bags, t‑shirts and bespoke stationery. In addition, the DPSS will provide creative design and copywriting services, photographic and videographic production for editorial, promotional and marketing purposes, digital communications such as e‑newsletters, social media content, web development, and the provision of complete marketing campaigns for specific public health or behaviour‑change initiatives. Finally, distribution of a residents’ magazine, electoral and registration printing, and large‑format signage and display boards are also incorporated within the contract.

All suppliers must meet a number of technical and procedural criteria. For printing lots, they must deliver on any of the specified press types, use SRA paper grades, and, where statutory timing applies, achieve same‑day or 24‑hour turnaround through proximity and speed of delivery. Secure and confidential printing must be handled with requisite access controls and data protection measures, while photographic and film work requires DBS checks, GDPR‑compliant consent procedures, and the assignment of copyright to the council. Creative production, including illustrations, layout, and digital artwork, must be generated with up‑to‑date software, provide editable files to the council, and have all rights transferred upon commencement of work. The DPSS will be renewable in up to two-year periods, allow options but prohibits variants, and requires submissions through the council’s online portal.

All printed and digital outcomes must comply with the Government Buying Standards for paper and paper products.

The Borough Council of Gateshead—an apprenticeship levy‑paying authority—has issued a procurement notice to extend the validity of an existing pseudo‑Designated Provider Scheme (pseudo‑DPS). This scheme functions as a framework for approved apprenticeship training providers, ensuring that the council can continue to meet its levy obligations by maintaining access to a reliable pool of training partners. The notice signals that providers who already hold an approved status may request a permissible extension of their contract period under the scheme’s terms.

Five separate lots are being solicited, each dedicated to a distinct sector: Lot 1 covers construction and engineering apprenticeships, Lot 2 addresses health and social care training, Lot 3 concerns legal, finance and accounting apprenticeships, Lot 4 focuses on professional services, and Lot 5 comprises any other miscellaneous training areas not included in the prior categories. All lots allow the inclusion of options but prohibit variant choices, and the extensions offered are not subject to further renewal beyond the time allotted by the council.

Providers must submit their proposals via the council’s online portal and comply with the statutory requirements governing apprenticeship training. All technical standards and qualifications stipulated in the national apprenticeship legislation must be met.

South Tyneside Council is establishing an open flexible framework agreement to secure a network of providers capable of delivering high‑quality independent supported living services for adults with high‑level care and support needs. The agreement is divided into two distinct lots: Lot 1 targets individuals with learning disabilities and/or neurodevelopmental disorders, while Lot 2 focuses on those requiring support for mental health conditions. Each lot will initially run for 48 months, with the possibility of two additional 24‑month extensions beginning on 1 July 2024, and will be available for continual application by providers every three months throughout the life of the contract. Providers are invited to express interest via the NEPO ProContract system, submit a formal application, and, upon successful assessment, gain placement on the framework list, from which the council will issue call‑off contracts in accordance with the agreed terms.

The procurement demands that all participating providers hold current Care Quality Commission (CQC) registration for personal care provision tailored to the specific client group and possess a demonstrable track record of delivering comparable services. All bids must be submitted in English, and the framework will remain open for new applications until 30 June 2028, with a scheduled re‑opening every three months to welcome additional providers. Providers that meet the eligibility criteria will be assessed on their capacity to comply with the council’s service specifications and regulatory obligations.
Providers must hold current CQC registration for personal care provision and demonstrate a proven record delivering similar services.