Public Sector Tenders

The Department for Education (DfE) is responsible for the Step Up to Social Work (SUSW) programme and is inviting applications from suitably qualified suppliers to bid for the opportunity to be the contractor to manage the application and assessment process for Cohort 10. SUSW is an established part of the social work sufficiency pipeline, training high-quality post-graduate students to become qualified, practising social workers. SUSW is a local authority led, accelerated, practice-focused route into social work. SUSW commenced in 2010 and runs every 2 years. There have been 8 completed cohorts to date, training 3,500 Social Workers. Cohort 9 (640 students) commenced in January 2026 and will complete March 2027. Programme Scope a) Develop a marketing plan and supporting materials with clear, consistent branding, ensuring alignment across all Regional Partnerships and coherence between local communications and the national strategy to maximise impact and reach. b) Design, manage and host a web portal allowing potential applicants to; - Register interest in the programme - Access information about the programme - Complete and submit applications. - Undertake an online written assessment - Book an appointment for the assessment centre, meet and greet and applicant support sessions. -The web portal should allow for at least 5,000 applications. c) Work with the DfE and Regional Partnerships (RP) to develop web content for the platform (web content from the previous cohort can be used). d) Operate a helpline (phone and email) for candidates applying for the programme during the application and assessment window (Feb 2027 – Nov 2027). The majority of queries will happen during the application window. d) Conduct eligibility checks on all applications (the majority of checks are automated), including verifying non-UK qualifications equivalency and eligibility to live and work in the UK using Home Office “share-code”. e) Allow Regional Partnerships to access the web portal to view/download and score applications. Allow for at least 30% concurrent users. f) Develop an applicant tracking system to manage candidates through the recruitment workflow managing at least 5,000 applications. g) Host a timed written exercise assessment on the platform. h) Host a booking process on the platform to allow applicants to book a slot for the assessment centre and manage this booking process. i) Support assessment centres in terms of providing a member of staff to support the RP in checking qualifications/directing people if required. j) Develop a candidate communications and engagement plan to keep candidates engaged and reduce drop out including notifying candidates of outcomes at each stage of the assessment process and manage the National Reserve List. k) Provision of ongoing management information on applications. l) Customer research measuring satisfaction of the recruitment process by both applicants and Regional Partnerships. Please note the following •The DfE is keen to maximise opportunities to participate in procurement for Small to Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs). Consideration will be given to consortia and collaborative bids from all forms of organisations. •All communication relating to this procurement must be submitted via the Jaggaer portal. • Please ensure you review all tender documents available on Jaggaer in full and submit any queries through the portal.

HMRC is undertaking preliminary market engagement to better understand the current market capability, service models, technologies, commercial approaches and future innovation available for the provision of a multi channel customer communications platform. The engagement is intended to inform HMRC's future commercial strategy and potential procurement approach. It does not constitute a call for competition, procurement exercise, pre-qualification process or commitment to procure any goods or services. Participation in this engagement will not provide any advantage or disadvantage in any future procurement process. Background HMRC currently uses email and mobile messaging channels, including SMS, RCS Basic and RCS, to communicate with customers through a Communications Platform as a Service solution. The service supports over 550 million inbound and outbound communications annually, covering both transactional and campaign-based communications. The service includes customer preference management, profile management and contact history capabilities, together with integrations across HMRC's broader technology estate. HMRC wishes to engage with suppliers to understand current market capabilities and emerging developments that could support future requirements in customer communications, engagement, automation and channel management. Objectives of Market Engagement HMRC intends to use this market engagement to: • Validate whether Communications Platform as a Service (CPaaS) remains the most appropriate market model. • Understand available delivery models and platform architectures. • Assess supplier capability, experience and market maturity. • Understand future technology roadmaps and innovation opportunities. • Explore approaches to AI, automation and communications optimisation. • Understand integration options and interoperability with enterprise systems. • Explore customer preference management and customer profile capabilities. • Understand security, accessibility and compliance approaches. • Understand pricing and commercial models. • Better understand transition, onboarding and exit approaches for services of HMRC's scale. Indicative Scope HMRC is interested in receiving information regarding services and capabilities including: 1. Communications Channels • Email • SMS • RCS Basic • Rich Communication Services (RCS) • Emerging and future customer communication channels • Multi-channel communication orchestration and journey management 2. Customer Communications Platform • Campaign management • Template and content management • Communications deployment and scheduling • Traffic management and throughput controls • Reporting and analytics • Customer profile management • Preference management • Customer-facing preference portals 3. Platform Integration • APIs • Event-driven integrations • Webhooks • Batch and file transfer interfaces • Enterprise integration patterns 4. Security and Compliance • Data residency and sovereignty • Identity and access management • Fraud prevention • Auditability and assurance • Accessibility compliance • Data retention and deletion controls 5. Service Delivery • Service management • Performance management • Testing environments • Service transition • Exit management • Training and adoption support 6. Commercial Models • Licensing models • Service charging mechanisms • Transactional charging models • Pricing review mechanisms and value for money approaches All requirements remain subject to change following market engagement findings. Market Engagement Questions HMRC may invite suppliers to provide information covering topics including: 1. Service and Market Capability • Market positioning, scale and experience. • Comparable public and private sector customers. • Native and third-party channel support. • Unified platform capabilities. • Future channel roadmap. 2. Innovation and AI • Innovation approaches. • Continuous improvement models. • AI capabilities. • AI governance and assurance controls. 3. Customer Communications Management • Template management. • Personalisation. • Journey orchestration. • Rich content support. • Engagement tracking and analytics. 4. Deployment and Throughput • Traffic prioritisation. • Throughput management. • Burst capacity handling. • Communication scheduling and suppression controls. 5. Data and Reporting • Customer profile management. • Contact history management. • Reporting and analytics capabilities. • Data lifecycle management. 6. Preference Management • Subscription management. • Customer preference portal capabilities. • Authentication and customer identity controls. 7. Security and Accessibility • Security certifications. • Data protection controls. • Fraud detection and prevention. • Accessibility standards and testing approaches. 8. Transition and Commercial Models • Migration methodologies. • Service transition timescales. • Exit planning. • Pricing and charging models. • Licensing approaches. These topics are intended to inform HMRC's understanding of current market capability and future options and should not be interpreted as final requirements. Participation HMRC may engage suppliers through one or more of the following methods: • Written responses. • Supplier questionnaires. HMRC will conduct engagement activities in a transparent and equitable manner and will ensure that no supplier receives an unfair advantage from participation. Important Information • This notice is issued solely for market engagement purposes. • No procurement procedure has commenced. • No contract will be awarded as a result of this market engagement. • Participation is voluntary. • Suppliers that do not participate will not be excluded from any future procurement. • Any future procurement will be advertised separately through the appropriate procurement channels.

Ferndown Town Council, as Sole Trustee to King George's Field Charity (the Charity) invites suitably qualified and experienced contractors to submit a tender for the provision of grounds maintenance and sports pitch preparation and maintenance services. The objective of this procurement is to appoint a contractor capable of delivering high-quality, safe, and sustainable grounds maintenance across our estate whilst preparing and maintaining sports pitches to an appropriate standard for their intended use. Recognising that maintenance methodologies vary between contractors, interested parties are invited to develop and submit their own recommended maintenance specification based upon their professional expertise, industry best practice, and site inspection.

The Gremista Landfill, Lerwick Phase 3 extension will primarily involve cut and fill earthworks, new haul roads, installing new surface water drainage ditches, pipework, manholes, and headwalls; placing a 500mm bentonite-enriched soil layer over the new landfill formation surface; followed by a 2mm HDPE welded geomembrane basal liner, protection geotextile, leachate collection pipework, and 500mm thick, clean aggregate drainage / protection layer. Capping works to the existing Phase 2 landfill area are also included and will comprise 1mm thick LLDPE welded geomembrane and restoration soils.

This procurement relates to the appointment of an accredited Microsoft Solutions Partner (with Microsoft Business Applications accreditation) to provide specialist support, maintenance, development, enhancement and consultancy services for the Department’s core finance system, based on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (currently hosted on-premises within Azure Cloud, with a future roadmap to migrate to the SaaS platform). The contract is intended to ensure the ongoing stability, performance, resilience and evolution of this business-critical platform and its associated Microsoft technology estate. The Supplier shall possess the technical expertise and capability to support, maintain and develop the wider Microsoft application environment, including Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Microsoft SQL Server databases, integration services, Power Platform, Copilot, Logic Apps and associated Microsoft technologies. The scope of the requirement includes the provision of 2nd and 3rd line support services delivered against agreed service levels and key performance indicators (KPIs), including incident response and resolution times based on the priority and severity of incidents. The Supplier will be responsible for incident, problem and change management, code development, code deployment, system enhancements and continuous service improvement activities. The Supplier will assume responsibility for the support, maintenance, performance optimisation and ongoing development of all existing custom code, extensions, integrations, Logic Apps, Power Platform solutions, Copilot capabilities, workflows and associated components within the Business Central environment. The Supplier will deliver platform upgrades, release and deployment management, technical architecture support, integration services, disaster recovery planning and testing, business continuity support, security and assurance activities, and all associated documentation and knowledge transfer activities. The Supplier will ensure the continued availability, resilience, recoverability, scalability and performance of the platform, whilst maintaining alignment with Microsoft's product roadmap and delivering ongoing enhancements to support the Department's evolving business and operational requirements. It is anticipated that the Supplier will act as the conduit for the administration and ongoing management of software licences, maintenance agreements, support contracts and enhancement services relating to third-party solutions used within the environment. This includes, but is not limited to, Microsoft enhancements, Insights JET Enterprise, the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) Application provided via MITL Ltd, Continia (OCR), and the Miracle Pay Application provided via EQE2. The Supplier will be responsible for coordinating these arrangements and ensuring continuity of the associated services throughout the contract term. The Supplier shall work collaboratively with internal Department for Education stakeholders and the Department’s contracted managed service provider to support the effective operation, maintenance and continuous improvement of the service, ensuring appropriate governance, communication, knowledge sharing and alignment across all parties. Overall, the requirement encompasses the full range of specialist services necessary to maintain, support, enhance and develop the Department’s Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central environment and associated Microsoft technologies, including Microsoft SQL Server databases, integrations, Logic Apps, Power Platform, disaster recovery and related services.

Arc Property Services Partnership Ltd (the Authority) is seeking to appoint a single Contractor to provide a comprehensive Portable Firefighting Equipment Maintenance and Repair Service across a portfolio of properties located throughout Nottinghamshire(main area), Derbyshire, South Yorkshire and Leicestershire. The service will include the inspection, testing, servicing, maintenance, repair, replacement and certification of portable firefighting equipment, together with the provision of associated equipment and related support services, to ensure continued compliance with statutory requirements, relevant British Standards and fire safety legislation. The Contractor will be responsible for maintaining equipment in a safe and operational condition through a combination of planned preventative maintenance and reactive repair services. The scope is expected to include, but is not limited to: -Portable fire extinguishers. -Fire blankets. -Replacement parts and consumables. -Emergency and reactive repair services. -Inspection, testing and compliance reporting. -Asset management and maintenance records. -Recommendations for replacement of defective or obsolete equipment where required. *The Authority may, during the term of the Contract, explore the potential introduction of P50 fire extinguishers. Any such change would be subject to separate review and approval and is not a guaranteed element of the Contract scope. The Contract will be delivered under an NEC4 Term Service Short Contract and will be managed by the Authority who will act as the principle contractor. The anticipated commencement date is 1 April 2027 with an initial contract period ending on 31 March 2029. The Contract will include options to extend for up to a further six years through three optional extension periods of two years each, giving a potential maximum contract term until 31 March 2035 (2+2+2+2 = 8 years). The estimated total contract value over the full potential term is £211,200 including VAT. The procurement will be conducted using a two-stage process comprising a Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) stage followed by an Invitation to Tender (ITT) stage. Following evaluation, the Authority intends to award the Contract to the bidder who provides the Most Advantageous Tender (MAT). Tenders will be evaluated on the basis of the MAT, with a weighting of 70% Quality and 30% Price. Quality evaluation will consider factors including technical capability, service delivery arrangements, compliance management, contract mobilisation, customer service, reporting arrangements and social value commitments.

Stoke-on-Trent City Council's Repairs and Maintenance Service's department are looking to appoint up to three contractors to carry out the internal and external alterations to Council owned properties withing the boundaries of Stoke-on-Trent. The works will include (but are not limited to), level access showers, bathroom alterations, kitchen alterations, door widening, handrail installation and ramped access to properties. The JCT 2024 Measure Term Contract will be for four years, with an anticipated start date of October 2026.

Service Contract. The North East Better Health at Work Award (NE-BHAWA) is a free, flexible award scheme which is open to all employers in the North East (regardless of size, location or type of business) which recognises the efforts of local employers in addressing health issues within the workplace.

NHS England (NHSE) must secure continued indemnity cover for GP resident doctors and seven other medical specialties beyond August 2027, while also exploring the inclusion of Dental Public Health as a further speciality. We request via RFI (Request for Information) for early supplier input to support and shape the future delivery model of this commission. We encourage all suppliers to respond as fully as possible. Deadline to upload and submit your completed RFI document is Thursday 30th July 2026 at 17:00hrs. Any supplier who chooses not to respond to this RFI (Request for Information) will not be disadvantaged by deciding not to do so. To express interest, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome

Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) is pleased to announce the commencement of pre-market engagement for our forthcoming 2027 Scholarships Programme procurement, which will commence contract delivery in September 2027, with tenders due for launch in August 2026. ECITB Scholarships are our flagship new entrant programmes, designed to address skills shortages in the UK engineering construction industry by providing employer-led, full-time technical training that leads directly into employment or accelerated apprenticeships. The programme aims to: • Create a sustainable pipeline of skilled entrants into the engineering construction industry. • Deliver training in disciplines where regional demand has been identified through labour market intelligence. • Connect learners directly with employers throughout their training, rather than simply delivering college-based education. • Ensure learners receive a thorough grounding in industry best practise and safe behaviours before being presented to employers. • Support the industry's workforce needs across England, Scotland and Wales • Maximise available public and ECITB funding to create a sustainable and cost effective delivery model. Regions and Disciplines Tenders are planned to be launched in August 2026 covering the following Regions and Disciplines: Regions: • Central Belt of Scotland • Cumbria • Humber Region England • North East England • North West England • South East England • South West England Disciplines: Mechanical, Pipefitting, Welding, Plating, Rigging, Design and Draughting. *These may be subject to change at ECITB's discretion How to get involved As part of our commitment to open, transparent and effective procurement, we are inviting interested organisations to engage with us ahead of the formal tender process. This early engagement provides an opportunity for suppliers to gain an understanding of our future requirements, ask questions, and help us ensure that our procurement approach reflects current market capability and innovation. Please note this is not a call for competition at this stage. We encourage all organisations with relevant experience and capability to express their interest and participate in our forthcoming Pre-Market Engagement (PME) Webinar on the 23 July 2026 @ 11:00. During the session we will: • Who the ECITB are, our strategic objectives and anticipated service requirements. • Provide an overview of the proposed procurement timetable and approach. • Outline the expected scope of the contract(s) including Regions, disciplines, and optimal funding models. • Invite feedback and questions from the supplier market to help inform the final procurement documentation and timetable. Participation in this pre-market engagement is entirely voluntary and is intended solely to inform both ECITB and potential suppliers. It does not form part of any formal procurement process, will not be evaluated, and will not provide any supplier with an advantage in any subsequent tender exercise. Following completion of the pre-market engagement, ECITB intends to publish the formal procurement opportunities via Find a Tender Service, where all interested suppliers will have an equal opportunity to compete. We welcome engagement from organisations of all sizes and look forward to working collaboratively with the market to deliver successful and impactful Scholarships Programmes in 2027. Further information, including details of how to register for the PME webinar and access supporting information, can be found within this notice. We encourage suppliers to register their interest via the Webinar link to receive updates and further communications relating to the Webinar. LINK: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/7ffb545a-dd02-4f5d-b86e-4d4010bb5fd0@8ca5948f-3366-4ce2-97ff-01bd2c6b9a8e About the ECITB The Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) is the statutory skills organisation for the Engineering Construction Industry (ECI) in Great Britain. An Arm's Length Body of government, the ECITB works with employers and governments to attract, develop and qualify the engineering construction workforce in a wide range of craft, technical and professional disciplines. Employer-led, the ECITB is accountable to parliament and funded by a levy that it is required to collect from the industry. The levy is used to support employers to train and upskill their workforce to industry standards, develop qualifications and courses that meet employer needs and regulate a network of approved training providers. The ECITB is also an Awarding Organisation accredited by the Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual), Qualifications Wales and Qualifications Scotland Accreditation. The ECITB plays a vital role, along with the education sector, government and employers, in ensuring Britain has workers with the skills to meet the needs of the engineering construction industry. We invest more than £28 million every year to enhance skills across the engineering construction industry, support growth through workforce training, and tackle labour shortages and skills gaps. This includes technical, management and professional training as well as support for apprenticeships and graduates entering industry. More information about the ECITB can be found on our website at www.ecitb.org.uk

As part of the Enterprise Fleet Replacement Project (ERFP) Translink are seeking qualified contractors to supply and install train lifting jacks to support the maintenance and servicing of new Enterprise trains and existing trains at York Road Depot. As part of this project a MANDATORY site visit must be undertaken during week commencing 10/08/26.

Provision of Police Operations & Specialised Support (POSS). • traffic management; • crime scene logistics; • specialist engineering; • special events and incident support; • supplying and setting-up soft furniture services for community, corporate policing and commendation ceremonial events; • provision of electrical & mechanical (E&M), plumbing, domestic drainage and some basic facilities management (FM) services.

The Council is looking to commission the provision of services for children and young people who undertake a caring role for a family member who are aged 18 and under (Young Carers) to avoid and reduce inappropriate levels of caring and adverse impact on positive outcomes for children and young people. This will also include those 19-25 (Young Adult Carers) to manage their caring responsibilities during the transition period from childhood to adulthood while also receiving information and support that enables them to enjoy a life of their own.

Westmorland and Furness Council is seeking to procure suitably qualified and experienced operators to deliver a range of local bus services funded through Bus Grant Funding (formerly Bus Service Improvement Plan funding) for the 2026/27 financial year. The procurement will support the continuation of existing contracted services, the introduction of new and enhanced routes, and the replacement of services where external funding has ceased, in line with the Council's approved investment programme. The Council intends to award contracts for an initial period of up to 12 months, with an option to extend for a further period of up to 6 months at the Council's sole discretion, giving a maximum potential contract duration of 18 months. The opportunity does not establish a framework agreement but will result in the award of individual service contracts. The procurement aims to secure reliable, accessible and sustainable transport services that support local communities, improve connectivity, and contribute to wider economic, social and environmental objectives across Westmorland and Furness.

The purpose of this service is to provide safe, high-quality accommodation and support for vulnerable young people aged 16–21, including children in care and care leavers, enabling them to develop the skills, confidence and resilience required for adulthood and independent living. The Provider will deliver a flexible, needs-led service that promotes safety, wellbeing, independence, positive relationships and engagement in education, employment and training. Support will be tailored to individual needs and delivered in partnership with young people, the Council and relevant agencies. The service will contribute to the Council's corporate parenting responsibilities by ensuring young people receive the support, opportunities and stability that a good parent would provide, helping them achieve sustainable accommodation and positive outcomes as they transition into adulthood.

KCC requires a suitable provider to: •Produce a local Kent-based Tobacco Control Strategy, in line with the national Tobacco Control Plan, with the aim of reducing smoking prevalence in Kent (especially among high smoking prevalence groups). This will require strategic recommendations to reduce the take up of smoking (prevention), increase the number of referrals into stop smoking services and support legislation locally, where applicable, to support a Smokefree generation. •Develop a comprehensive Action Plan aligned to the strategy that delivers SMART objectives and outcomes for a range of Kent partners to sign up to. Partners will have an opportunity to further shape and co-design the action plan once a Kent Tobacco Control Alliance has been formed by the KCC Public Health Department after the life of this contract. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Maidstone:-Health-services./6MGZU9B8HB To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/6MGZU9B8HB

The Council is procuring a concession contract for the management of two leisure centres. The process is a competitive flexible procedure which will include the following stages: Stage 1- CoP and ITT Stage 2- Negotiation Stage 3- BAFO Pleas see the Supplying the South West portal to review the opportunity and accompanying documents Please note, a supplier day will be held on 16/07/2026 at Parish Wharf Leisure Centre. Please see Read First- Invitation to Tender for further details

The University intends to appoint a single contractor under a framework arrangement to deliver minor works and maintenance projects across the university estate. The appointed partner will be responsible for projects up to £5 million (including contingency, excluding VAT), with flexibility to deliver selected projects between £1 million and £5 million where required.

Humberside Police looking for the services of a Force Medical Advisor to be the trusted medical authority for the organisation-offering impartial, evidence-based advice that shapes decisions on fitness for duty, ill-health retirement, injury awards, and workplace adjustments. The FMA's expertise will help ensure compliance with Police Pension Regulations, Home Office guidance, and best practice in occupational health, while supporting a culture of care, fairness, and resilience.

Vehicle type: Saloon Passenger Assistant Required: Yes, Female Driver & PA) Proposed Taxi Route: From: TN6 3GL To: Ropemakers Academy, BN27 1FB Frequency: Monday - Friday Daily School Time: 08:30 - 14:30 Comments for Operator: Must have an all female crew ( Driver & PA) This opportunity has been distributed on SProc.net

This invitation to tender relates to a an approximate 1.65km linear section x 3m width of the Egrets Way permissive path for pedestrians and wheeled users (inc pushchairs, mobility scooters and cyclists), between Piddinghoe and Southease, constructed in 2015/16. The path of unbound limestone gravel with limestone dust capping requires resurfacing due to general wear and tear, livestock grazing (sheep) and limited farm vehicle movements.

The successful Supplier will be required to provide catering services for Inclusive Schools Trust. The tender project is seeking to appoint a single Supplier whose initiative and innovation will be welcomed for the provision of catering service within the existing facilities for the 6 primary schools of the trust. The Trust would wish the successful Supplier to review the current range of services offered, as well as looking at the delivery of the current catering service and make recommendations accordingly. The contract being tendered is for three years in duration from 1st November 2026 to the 31st October 2029 with the option to extend for a further two years, the extensions with mutual agreement would only be for 1 year at a time and will operate as a guaranteed performance contract, with the successful Supplier offering the Trust a fixed ceiling price per annum for the provision of catering services. The Trust intends its’ schools to be open for 190 days, to achieve the 39 weeks of the teaching curriculum. The contract offered covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the schools as well as hospitality and free issue requirements of the schools ad hoc. The client would like to see innovative delivery of emerging food trends that are seen on the high street and in retail outlets that pupils and their families frequent and therefore need to be reflected in the school dining rooms. The ITT documentation presents detailed specifications for each school against which bidders can present confident proposals. Free School Meals and hospitality will be charged based on evidenced consumption at a rate agreed yearly in line with government funding with associated sales and costs included within the pricing models. The successful Supplier will be expected to maximise the sourcing of fresh produce on a local basis, as well as provide support on educating the pupils in healthy eating and where food comes from. Whilst the Trust prioritises value for money as a key objective of the competitive tender process, the governing body is not obliged to accept the lowest price. The T/O value of the current contract is £575k per annum. Please see PSQ Document for more information. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://litmustms.co.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Norwich:-School-catering-services./4N6JMEKRY4 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://litmustms.co.uk/respond/4N6JMEKRY4

CPI is a trusted partner of industry, academia, government, and the investment community. We're the catalyst for delivering smart Health Tech, materials, defence, pharma, AgriFood Tech and energy storage innovations. As part of the High Value Manufacturing Catapult, we facilitate access to world-class organisations to deliver transformation across industries. Within our MedTech/HealthTech/Pharma portfolio, CPI is developing capability and solutions such as software-enabled and AI-driven medical technologies. CPI requires expert regulatory and quality support to develop and update its Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and quality management system (QMS) documentation, provide training, and provide additional services such as providing feedback on strategy plans and assumptions for project proposals. This specification sets out the requirement for a Regulatory/Quality consultant to deliver this work.

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council (“the Council”) invites Tenders from suitably experienced and qualified contractors to carry out river restoration work on the Lough More Catchment south east of Augher village in Co Tyrone. Armagh City, Banbridge, and Craigavon Borough Council is a partner on the CALM Project with East Border Region (EBR), Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute, Inland Fisheries Ireland, the Loughs Agency and Ulster University. The CALM Partners wish to address the excess nutrient load in watercourses, which leads to water pollution and loss of biodiversity in river catchments.

The Authority is exploring the establishment of a multi supplier framework agreement to support the delivery of traffic signal schemes across the North Yorkshire Council administrative area. The geographic scope will include urban, semi urban and rural locations, and suppliers may be required to deliver works at single or multiple sites concurrently. The framework is intended to support a range of traffic signal works varying in scale, value and complexity, from straightforward renewals and minor upgrades to more complex junction and networked signal schemes. The anticipated volume of works and final duration of any future framework have not yet been determined and will be informed by the outcome of this market engagement exercise. To reflect differing levels of complexity and risk, the Authority is considering structuring the framework using a complexity led lotting model, with further subdivision by delivery approach. The proposed structure is outlined below.