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The Department for Work and Pensions has established the Flexible Support Fund Dynamic Purchasing System 2 (FSF DPS 2) to procure work‑focused activities for Jobcentre Plus districts across England, Scotland and Wales. This system replaces the earlier FSF DPS and is intended for the provision of social and other services referred to in Regulation 74 of the Public Contracts Regulations (2015). FSF DPS 2 is designed for exclusive use by DWP and will operate within a light‑touch procurement regime rather than the full dynamic purchasing system framework of Regulation 34.

New suppliers wishing to join FSF DPS 2 must submit requests via email to cdfsf.adhocprocurement@dwp.gov.uk, as the online application process is currently suspended and an offline procedure is in place. Despite the offline status, all suppliers are required to create an account on the Atamis portal through the provided DWP landing page, and to comply with all attendant registration instructions. The system will cover a broad geographical area, represented by the International Territorial Levels (ITLs) geography which replaced the NUTS system, ensuring that work‑focused activities can be delivered to local clusters across the UK.

The contract is open to small and medium‑sized enterprises as well as voluntary, community, and civic sector organisations. Participation will be managed through the Atamis platform, with all suppliers required to maintain their accounts and respond to communications electronically. The procurement will be administered under a light‑touch regime in accordance with Regulation 74 of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.

A contracting entity seeks to establish a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Energy Efficiency & Renewable Technology. This DPS will procure goods and services related to heating and ventilation systems such as ground source heat pumps, air source heat pumps, commercial and communal heating systems, district heating, network heating, and building ventilation (HVAC). The procurement also includes electrical energy systems like solar PV and battery storage, insulation solutions, metering and control technologies.

Furthermore, the DPS is designed to be adaptable and incorporate emerging technologies as they become available. Examples of such technologies include hydrogen heating, BIM solutions, and smart metering. The DPS may encompass multidisciplinary services, suggesting integrated solutions combining various technologies and expertise.

The contracting entity emphasizes innovative, low-carbon solutions that align with sustainability goals, funding requirements, and regulatory compliance. The DPS is divided into 8 lots, each focusing on a specific technology or service area. Suppliers can bid for a maximum of 8 lots. The award criteria for all lots are based solely on quality, specifically "General Technical Capability" with a weighting of 50%. Variants are not allowed.

The contracting entity seeks to establish an Approved Provider List (APL) for organizations capable of providing care services in supported housing settings. The procurement focuses on acquiring care and support services for individuals with diverse needs, encompassing people with learning disabilities/autism, mental health needs, physical disabilities, and other service user categories as determined by the Council.

Successful applicants must be registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in England for personal care and possess a minimum of two years' experience. Nominated locations must hold a CQC rating of 'Good' or 'Outstanding'. The APL will encompass services categorized as 'Community services - learning disabilities' and/or 'Supported living', with specialisms in 'Learning disabilities' and/or 'Mental health conditions'.

The APL is open for new applications throughout its term, enabling organizations to join if they meet the selection requirements. The Council and associate bodies will utilize the APL to call off services based on individual needs and service specifications. Successful providers may be required to submit annual service development plans. Social value considerations may be factored into the evaluation criteria. The APL can be accessed by various NHS Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) and Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council. All applications must be submitted electronically through the eTendering system.

The Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council is establishing a Flexible Purchasing System to procure Housing Related Support Services aimed at helping adults who are experiencing homelessness or are at risk of becoming homeless maintain independent living in the community. The system is designed to streamline access to a single pathway of support, allowing resources to be mobilised rapidly and service capacity to be optimised across the council’s region. The procurement will be conducted over an initial five‑year period, with the possibility of extension subject to further cabinet approval.

The FPS will be divided into distinct lots, each specifying a particular type of Housing Related Support service. Lot 1 will cover Floating Support, which is a non‑accommodation based service providing flexible assistance and case management; Lot 2 will focus on Accommodation with Support, delivering supported housing placements to assist individuals in achieving long‑term stability; and Lot X will encompass miscellaneous or future Housing Related Support services that may be defined and added in subsequent rounds. Providers are required to demonstrate the capability and capacity to deliver these services within the County of Rotherham, and may also be considered by other permitted purchasers such as Barnsley, Doncaster, and Sheffield councils who may create their own contracts under the same system.

All applicants must be able to meet the council’s contractual and regulatory obligations, including compliance with TUPE requirements and health and social work service standards, and must be willing to work within the terms and conditions set by the lead authority, RMBC, while respecting the autonomy of any permitted purchaser engaging independently.

Worcestershire County Council is establishing a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Skills and Investment Grant Funding. This DPS will facilitate the ongoing selection of externally qualified, licensed, and experienced providers to deliver various training projects across five distinct categories: Employability & Skills, Education, Digital, Consultancy, and Health and Wellbeing.

Providers in the Employability & Skills category will offer training for sector-specific skills development, upskilling, and job placement support. Education providers will focus on numeracy skills training for adults and businesses to enhance employability and productivity. The Digital category seeks providers capable of developing digital tools to support various projects. Consultancy services will encompass advice and support for businesses in curriculum development, workforce planning, and supported internships. Finally, Health and Wellbeing providers will deliver training, advice, and guidance aimed at improving confidence, resilience, motivation, and social integration to enhance employment prospects.

The tender emphasizes the need for qualified, licensed, and experienced providers with expertise in adult learning principles, curriculum development, assessment methods, sector-specific knowledge, industry trends, skills gaps, employment opportunities, digital literacy, and consultancy skills such as business analysis, workforce planning, and strategic thinking.