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Perth and Kinross Council is inviting bids to appoint qualified contractors to a framework agreement that will supply domestic and commercial contents removal and storage services. The procurement is delivered through two distinct lots, one covering domestic properties and the other commercial properties, allowing suppliers to demonstrate competence in the specific types of moves they can undertake. Bidders are not required to offer the full spectrum of services; for example, a small business that specialises in light‑load moves may still qualify and secure a place on the framework.

The framework is designed to provide sufficient capacity to meet the Council’s ordinary and peak demand requirements. Call‑offs will be assessed on the basis of the contractors’ demonstrated capability and capacity as outlined in their technical responses. Awarding will be based on a combined score of quality and price, with quality weighted at 30 % and price at 70 %. The framework will recur, with new frameworks advertised before the current one expires, and the current tender does not allow variants or options.

All contracted services must comply with the detailed specifications contained in the framework documentation.

Apprenticeship Worker Agency services are being contracted to supply a comprehensive employer and support framework for the Northumbrian Water Group (NWL) and Essex & Suffolk Water. The supplier will act as the legal employer for apprentices, issuing employment contracts, maintaining statutory records, and managing all payroll and fiscal obligations throughout the duration of each apprenticeship. This arrangement is designed to ensure a seamless transition for apprentices into the workplace, foster their professional development, and sustain the organisation’s long‑term talent pipeline.

Key responsibilities include full HR administration, compliance with UK apprenticeship funding rules and employment legislation, and proactive support for apprentice wellbeing and welfare. The contractor will conduct regular progress reviews, collaborate closely with the Early Careers Team, hiring managers, and external training providers, and deliver robust management information and performance reporting. Services must be provided consistently across both the Northeast and Essex & Suffolk operating areas, with an expected recruitment volume of roughly 72 to 77 apprentices per annum on an ongoing basis.

The successful provider will demonstrate exceptional customer service skills, deep industry knowledge, and a proven track record of retaining high apprenticeship completion rates. In addition to supporting mobilisation, onboarding, and day‑to‑day administration, the supplier must adhere to UK apprenticeship funding rules and employment legislation.

The Electoral Commission has issued an Expression of Interest for a series of action research projects aimed at enhancing democratic engagement among under‑represented groups. The focus is to develop and deliver co‑created resources and activities that improve access to democratic information and encourage participation in the electoral process. Projects will target specific communities, including Deaf people, domestic abuse survivors, young people in England, and refugees or eligible New Scots, with the overarching goal of boosting political literacy, confidence, and knowledge of voting rights.

Each project will involve designing tailored outreach strategies, educational materials, and participation pathways that reflect the unique needs of the beneficiary groups. For instance, the Deaf‑people initiative will ensure inclusivity through British Sign Language support, while the domestic abuse survivors effort will explore options for registering to vote anonymously if required. The young‑people project will promote healthy democratic debate, and the refugees/New Scots project will provide guidance on exercising voting rights within the UK. All proposals must outline how they will collaborate with stakeholders and measure impact in terms of increased voter registration and active engagement.

All proposed projects must adhere to accessibility standards for sign language, safeguard participants’ data through robust privacy measures, and employ evidence‑based methods for democratic participation.

The Electoral Commission is inviting expressions of interest to support a series of action research projects aimed at boosting democratic engagement among groups that are traditionally under‑represented in the electoral process. The overall objective is to develop and deliver participatory interventions that enhance understanding of the democratic system, increase voter confidence and foster inclusive political literacy across the United Kingdom. The initiative is part of the Commission’s broader strategy to promote transparency, equity and integrity in public elections.

Six distinct projects are proposed, each targeting a specific community: deaf individuals and British Sign Language users; survivors of domestic abuse; young voices in democracy; and New Scots. For each group, participating organisations will design, co‑create and co‑deliver community‑led activities that address registration and voting barriers, inform about recent electoral reforms such as the voter ID requirement, and build sustained civic participation. Projects will be structured as participatory research efforts in which the beneficiaries contribute fundamentally to content, delivery methods and evaluation.

All projects must adhere to a participatory design framework, ensuring that community members are involved throughout the project lifecycle. Applicants will submit expressions of interest electronically through the Electoral Commission’s tender portal by the stated deadline, acknowledging that no proposals or costings are required at this stage. The projects are earmarked for potential 12‑month extensions, contingent upon continued budget approval and operational necessity.

Dartford Science and Technology College, a non‑selective girls’ secondary school with a post‑16 co‑educational unit, is inviting suppliers to provide all on‑site catering services for its 860 pupils and 101 staff members. The tender seeks a contractor capable of enhancing the current menu offering through innovative food concepts that cater to diverse tastes and dietary needs, while maintaining the school's high standards of nutrition and student satisfaction. The new service contract will be in force for three years, from 1 August 2027 to 31 July 2030, and will operate on a guaranteed performance basis, allowing the School to preserve control over cash tariffs and ensuring a predictable cost per annum for daily school activities.

The scope of work includes morning break refreshments, full lunch provision, all hospitality services, and free issue of meals and refreshments, to be supplied on 190 school days within a 195‑day academic calendar that allocates five days for professional staff development. The incumbent contractor will receive consumption data for free meals and hospitality, charging the School at net food cost, and will be expected to review and recommend improvements to the current catering mix.
The contractor must comply with the School’s standards for child‑wholesome food sourcing and meet applicable health and safety regulatory requirements.