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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.

The Crown Commercial Service is seeking suppliers for its RM6173 Automation Marketplace Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS). This DPS facilitates the procurement of automation solutions and services from pre-qualified suppliers.

Suppliers interested in joining the DPS must complete a two-stage questionnaire process. The first stage involves responding to the Standard Selection Questionnaire (SQ), providing comprehensive information about their organization's capabilities and experience. Following successful completion of the SQ, suppliers progress to the DPS Specific Questions (DPSQ) section. This stage focuses on service filters that buyers will utilize during competitions within the DPS.

It is crucial for suppliers to note that once they advance to the DPSQ stage, they cannot modify their responses in the SQ. The Crown Commercial Service may request clarifications regarding supplier submissions through an internal mailbox system. Upon satisfactory review of the responses, the submission progresses to the 'Agreeing' status. Final appointment to the DPS requires suppliers to electronically sign the DPS Appointment Form on the Supplier Registration Service (SRS) platform.

Leicestershire County Council’s ESPO department has issued a catalogue framework tender for personal safety and security equipment, aimed at supplying products to the council’s six partner authorities and the wider public‑sector market. The framework will enable ESPO clients to order over 28,000 items covering key safety needs, including calibration and distribution through a central Leicester facility or directly to customer sites.

The tender is divided into three lots. Lot 1 covers a wide range of general safety and security items—from property marking markers, counterfeit detection lamps and personal attack alarms to CCTV decoy cameras, metal detectors, visitor’s books, ID badges with holders and inserts, name place holders, and standard and bespoke lanyards. Lot 2 focuses on bespoke ID cards and bespoke lanyards for individual customer establishments, while Lot 3 supplies safes and security cabinets, again for delivery to the customers’ premises. The contract allows for renewal after March 2029, subject to performance and market demand.

All supplied items must comply with the relevant UK health, safety and security regulations.

The Metropolitan Housing Trust is inviting bids for a Development Marketing Services framework to support the promotion of its housing development schemes over a period of three years with an option for an additional year. The framework will procure media buying services, the planning and establishment of marketing suites, and the staging of show homes to enhance the visibility and appeal of residential projects. These services will enable the Trust to deliver integrated marketing campaigns that align with strategic planning and development timelines across the UK.

The contract comprises three distinct lots. The first lot focuses on media buying for marketing and advertising of development schemes, capped at £6 million over the term and limited to a single supplier. The second lot covers the design and setup of marketing suites for multiple schemes, with an estimated value of £800 k and up to three suppliers. The third lot is dedicated to the planning and staging of show homes, also valued at £800 k and permitting up to three suppliers. All lots are subject to renewal for an additional year by mutual agreement, and each includes optional provisions to adjust spend in line with scheme demand and budget availability.

Success in the procurement will be assessed primarily on quality and delivery (70 % of the score) and price (30 %). Bidders must ensure compliance with UK advertising regulations and GDPR, with all media campaigns meeting national marketing standards.

The City of Salford is establishing a Technical and Highways Works Framework to provide a flexible and open procurement mechanism for a wide spectrum of civil engineering, design, construction and maintenance activities across the metropolitan area. The framework, which will be refreshed at three‑year and six‑year intervals, is intended to secure qualified and experienced contractors who can deliver projects ranging from routine resurfacing to complex infrastructure improvements in support of the Council’s Highway Infrastructure Asset Management Plan (HIAMP). A competitive ranking system will determine the allocation of call‑offs, with the highest scoring supplier offered work first and subsequent parcels offered to lower‑ranked bidders if necessary.

The framework comprises several distinct lots covering diverse road and structure categories. Lot 1 focuses on minor highway improvements such as resurfacing of roads and footways and small network management projects; Lot 2 is devoted to the design and delivery of highway alteration works of varying scale, from safety interventions to major junction remodelling; Lot 3 covers comprehensive labour, supervision, plant, traffic management and ancillary activities required for all contract deliverables. Lot 4 concentrates on general structural works, including the construction and strengthening of bridges, retaining walls, footbridges, subways and signal gantries, while Lot 4d targets landscape and associated works, from hard and soft landscaping to ongoing maintenance. All contract values are subject to the current financial thresholds of the FTS and the BCIS index, and procurement budgets will be reviewed annually.

Contract awards will be determined by a weighted evaluation that apportions 50 % weight to price, 35 % to quality and 15 % to social value. Eligible contractors must submit proposals in compliance with the sole language requirement of English and will be assessed on their submission scores. All works shall comply with the UK’s BS 8004:20 and current British Standards for civil engineering and environmental management.

The University of Dundee’s Estates and Campus Services Department is inviting proposals for a Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) Design Consultancy to provide specialist design support across a portfolio of capital, refurbishment and maintenance projects for the next five years. The contract will be delivered under a term arrangement of three years with a two‑year extension option, and the consultant will be responsible for the entire design process from project initiation to completion, corresponding to RIBA stages 0 through 7. This engagement encompasses a wide breadth of institutional facilities, including academic buildings, research laboratories, student accommodation, heritage properties, and commercial spaces, and is intended to underpin the university’s strategic estate and sustainability objectives.

The selected consultant will prepare comprehensive design and specification documents suitable for use in tender documentation, ensuring alignment with statutory regulations, university procurement policies, and the required safety and quality standards. Work will also extend to premises that interface with NHS facilities, necessitating adherence to NHS protocols and approval mechanisms. The consultant’s design solutions must contribute to the university’s net‑zero carbon agenda, enhance space utilisation, and protect listed and historic structures while delivering whole‑life cost efficiency and value for money.

All design work must comply with NHS standards, adhere to Scottish Government net‑zero targets, and fulfill statutory and safety requirements.

YPO is procuring a comprehensive range of emergency response and rescue equipment and garments for use by emergency services and the wider public sector. The contract, a renewal of the existing 000865 ERRE framework, seeks to provide a compliant, market‑driven route to supply a wide array of specialised tools, protective apparel, and operational accessories, with a particular emphasis on the needs of Fire and Rescue Services while remaining open to all public sector buyers.

The procurement is divided into ten distinct lots covering critical categories such as water rescue equipment—including protective clothing, foot‑wear, life jackets, rafts, and diving gear; hoses, pumps and related accessories; working‑at‑heights safety systems; vehicle stabilising and cutting equipment; lighting solutions; a suite of rescue tools including lances and battery‑powered options; portable and pop‑up shelters; thermal imaging cameras; smoke control equipment such as PPV fans and smoke curtains; and land and sand rescue apparatus. Suppliers may submit bids at any time during the contract period, which runs from 17 June 2022 to 23 February 2029 with annual reviews. All supplied equipment and services must comply with the applicable UK safety and performance standards.

The Department of Public Works and Highways – Cotabato 1st District Engineering Office is issuing a solicitation for consulting services to conduct a comprehensive feasibility study for the Lawili, Aleosan – Bao, Alamada Road as well as the adjacent Aleosan – Libungan – Alamada segment in North Cotabato. The engagement requires a professional engineering firm experienced in highway planning and design to assess technical, environmental, and economic viability, prepare detailed project reports, and recommend appropriate design and construction approaches for these road corridors. Applicants must demonstrate relevant experience, provide qualified personnel, and verify capacity to handle the workload, with evaluation based on a 100‑point rubric that prioritizes firm experience, staff availability, and project suitability.

Bidders will be shortlisted through a non‑discretionary pass/fail process, with a maximum of three candidates invited to negotiate the final contract based on a Quality‑Cost‑Based Evaluation that weights technical merit at 70 % and financial offering at 30 %. Successful consultants are expected to deliver the complete feasibility study within 210 calendar days from the contract award date.

Rotherham Council is seeking providers for a Flexible Purchasing System (FPS) for Supported Living Care and Support services. This framework agreement aims to engage multiple suppliers capable of delivering personalized care and support to individuals with learning disabilities within a supported living setting. The FPS emphasizes individual choice and control, empowering residents to make decisions about their housing, support, and lifestyle.

The procurement specifically seeks providers who can address the unique needs of individuals with autism, including accommodations for sensory sensitivities such as acoustic/noise reduction. This highlights a commitment to providing tailored and inclusive care environments.

Contracts will be awarded through mini-competitions or direct awards once the FPS is established. The Council welcomes applications from Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organizations, demonstrating a commitment to inclusivity and fostering a diverse supplier base. The FPS aligns with Rotherham Council's social value ambition, indicating a focus on broader societal benefits beyond purely economic considerations.