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Bridgend County Borough Council seeks to recommission seven separate contracts for General Supported Living services across the borough. The contract will support a range of individuals—approximately 89 people living in 34 housing units—through a network of 35 defined schemes, each with its own allocation of housing support and adult social care hours, as well as variable night and outreach coverage. Providers will be required to offer continuous 24‑hour service throughout the year, managing the diverse needs of residents within a flexible “locality” model that encourages active community participation and efficient use of resources.

The procurement encourages a mixed market, allowing providers to bid for multiple lots but limiting each provider to a maximum of two areas. All successful bidders must demonstrate proven experience in delivering high‑quality supported living, willingness to collaborate with the council and local community partners, and adherence to sustainable practices. Each lot will remain open to renewal for up to eight additional years on an optional basis, subject to funding and performance. All providers must operate a 24‑hour, flexible locality model that meets the council’s care standards and promotes community integration.

United Utilities Water Ltd. is inviting specialist debt‑collection agencies and business process outsourcing (BPO) providers to supply comprehensive domestic debt‑receiving services across five distinct work streams. The tender encompasses a full suite of activities, including live first‑ and second‑stage collections, doorstep visits, the handling of vulnerable customers, final account settlements, trace and collect functions, low‑value placements and probate or deceased‑account services. Suppliers will receive customer data from United Utilities and are required to follow agreed processes to recover outstanding amounts and remit the recovered funds, together with any relevant information gathered during the collection effort.

The contract is framed as an initial three‑year term with the option to extend up to a total of eight years. All prospective providers must demonstrate strict adherence to industry standards, Good Industry Practice and the Fair Pay Guidelines, and must have robust mechanisms for managing and resolving any compliance failures. Evaluation of bids will place equal weight on technical quality and commercial price, demanding that solutions not only meet operational requirements but also offer competitive value.

All providers must comply with applicable industry standards, Good Industry Practice, and Fair Pay Guidelines.

United Utilities is procuring a framework to support its water demand‑reduction programmes, AMP8 and AMP9, through the supply, storage, stock management, fulfillment and delivery of a range of water efficiency devices and flow regulators. The framework is structured into two distinct lots: the first covers a broad portfolio of water‑saving products—including flow regulators, water butts, shower regulators, tap inserts, showerheads, cistern devices, toilet leak‑detection strips and other innovative items—alongside a branded customer usage survey and ordering platform; the second focuses specifically on flow regulators in agreed sizes and flow rates suitable for the company’s programmes. The goal is to establish a scalable, reliable supply arrangement that enables large‑scale distribution, supports customer campaigns, facilitates bulk orders and adapts to changing operational demands while safeguarding the customer experience and driving measurable reductions in water consumption across the North West.

Suppliers must demonstrate robust product quality, regulatory compliance, a resilient supply chain and effective inventory management, and must provide detailed reporting and appropriate customer support. A critical element of the procurement is the requirement for compliant, secure handling of customer data where applicable and a proven ability to respond flexibly to programme volume and priority changes. The framework will include annual extension options, allowing United Utilities to extend the partnership for up to six years based on performance and evolving needs.

All supplied devices must comply with applicable regulatory, quality, and testing requirements, including WRAS and Regulation 31 approval where required.

The City of York Council has issued a comprehensive Mechanical & Electrical Framework tender, covering a wide spectrum of services that include design, installation, commissioning, inspection, testing, maintenance and repair of commercial M&E assets throughout the council’s estates. The framework is organised into 20 distinct lots, each dedicated to specific disciplines such as low‑voltage electrical engineering, building controls, access and alarm systems, lightning protection, power generation and renewable solutions, photovoltaic and electric vehicle infrastructure, commercial mechanical disciplines, HVAC, fire protection, ventilation, biomass, and specialist equipment servicing. The contract also incorporates consultancy roles, including technical consulting, facilities management guidance, and M&E feasibility studies, as well as advanced design and modelling services supported by BIM, Revit and level‑5 3‑D thermal analysis in line with CIBSE TM 52/59 assessments.

Each lot requires specialised expertise: LV electrical engineers and designers, inspection and testing engineers for fixed and portable appliances, data cabling specialists, BMS and controls engineers, access and intruder alarm designers, lightning protection engineers, generator, UPS and PV engineers, EV charging point installation and design professionals, commercial heating, gas, kitchen, and plumbing engineers, biomass boiler specialists, air‑conditioning and heat‑pump experts, ventilation service and design engineers, fire‑damper and sprinkler system technicians, catering equipment service and design engineers, medical and lifting equipment engineers, and mechanical and electrical technical consultants. The framework allows for up to two additional 12‑month renewals, ensuring continuity of service and support for the council’s long‑term building management strategy and carbon reduction goals.

Evaluation of submissions will weigh hourly and call‑out rates alongside quality criteria such as operational team capability, health & safety adherence, performance management, quality assurance, and social value, with a balanced focus on technical excellence. All services must comply with relevant UK M&E standards, adhere to CIBSE guidance, and align with the council’s sustainability objectives, including zero‑carbon transition targets.

The tender invites providers to deliver Hospital Based Domestic Abuse Advocacy (HBDAA) services that embed independent domestic violence advocates within London’s Major Trauma Centres. The programme, managed by the Violence Reduction Unit, aims to offer a stable and trusted presence to children and young people aged 11 to 25 who present at the four designated MTCs – King’s College Hospital, Royal London Hospital, St George’s Hospital, and St Mary’s Hospital – and who have experienced domestic abuse or are at risk of future gender‑based harm. Advocates will assess, engage and support these young people at the point of hospital presentation, coordinating with clinical and community partners to facilitate access to safeguarding and therapeutic services, with the objective of disrupting cycles of violence and reducing re‑admissions or offending.

The scope of delivery requires a proactive approach to identifying vulnerable young people, applying professional judgment in partnership with hospital staff to detect diverse forms of abuse, including child sexual abuse, rape, and sexual exploitation. The service is expected to work within the local communities of the four MTCs, building strong links with both healthcare teams and community agencies. Outcomes anticipated by the Violence Reduction Unit include enabling young people to access positive opportunities, ensuring their perceived safety, and contributing to a broader reduction in violence and hospital utilisation.

Services must be provided in accordance with local healthcare standards and safeguarding regulations, and must employ a multi‑agency coordination framework to deliver timely advocacy and support.