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Next Generation on Train Wifi (Members of RM6370)
LNER is procuring on-train Wi-Fi hardware, installation, end-user service, data backhaul, authentication and data capture for 65 trains (with 10 more planned). The solution must use satellite communication technology via the GCA Dynamic Market RM6370.
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High-Throughput Experimentation (HTE) Software for Drug Discovery
University of Dundee seeks software for high-throughput experimentation in chemistry and drug discovery. The software should support multi-parameter optimisation, plate-based synthesis (96-384 compounds), and integration with direct-to-biology testing approaches to accelerate the design-make-test-analyse cycle.
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NEPO219 - Building Materials & Managed Stores
NEPO is establishing a multi-supplier, multi-lot framework agreement for building materials and managed stores. Suppliers will need to register and tender through the Open eTendering system by October 2026.
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Provision of a Managing Agent Service to Manage, Supply, Deliver, Install and Commission Air Source Heat Pumps
PowerNI wants a managing agent to assess, supply, install and commission air source heat pumps for residential customers, including full electrical work, building control compliance, and customer education. The contract may later extend to solar PV panels and battery systems.
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Assertive Outreach Rough Sleepers
Caerphilly County Borough Council wants an assertive outreach service for rough sleepers, delivering housing-related support to help people live independently. The service is outcomes-based and must taper support as people become more independent.
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Housing Disrepair Legal Support Framework
Home Group is establishing a multi-supplier framework for legal support on housing disrepair cases. The framework is worth up to £1.75m and will run until October 2026.
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Independent review of ORR's approach to cost assessment and efficiency target setting for National Highways
The Office of Rail and Road wants an independent review of its methodology for assessing National Highways' costs and setting efficiency targets. The work will draw on lessons from RIS3 and wider regulatory practice to strengthen the evidence base for future efficiency reviews.
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Viability Assessment
Kings Lynn and West Norfolk Council needs a whole plan Viability Assessment to support preparation of their Local Plan 2026-2044. The assessment will evaluate policy obligations and site-specific proposals across the plan.
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Emotional Health & Wellbeing Service For Looked After Children and Care Leavers
Wigan Council wants a provider to deliver emotional and mental health support for looked after children, care leavers, and their carers. The service will include therapeutic interventions, parenting support, assessments, and group work, tailored to individual needs and delivered flexibly across different venues.
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Evaluation of the pilot phase of Marine Recovery Action Plans
Natural England needs a light touch process evaluation of Marine Recovery Action Plans (M-RAPs) at two pilot sites. The work is split into two parts: refining the evaluation plan and baseline collection by March 2027, then mid-point and final evidence collection plus outcome scoping by March 2028.
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Interpreting, Communication Support and Transcription Services
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde needs a comprehensive interpreting service to support their health board's current and future needs. The service covers interpretation and communication support.
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External Board Effectiveness Review
The Legal Services Board wants an external evaluation of its board's effectiveness. You'll deliver a project plan, conduct surveys and interviews with board members, review governance documentation, and benchmark against other regulators.
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National LGPS Framework for Legal Services
Norfolk County Council is establishing a national multi-provider framework agreement for specialist legal services to support the Local Government Pension Scheme. The framework will be available to numerous LGPS administering authorities, pension funds, and related public bodies across the UK.
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Concession Contract for a New Major Music Festival
Bradford Council wants a promoter to develop and run a new major music festival at Myrtle Park under a concession contract. The council is looking for someone with experience and commercial capability to create a nationally recognised event with cultural, economic and community benefit.
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Adolygiad Caffael a Rheolaeth Categori / Procurement and Category Management Review
Cyngor Gwynedd wants an independent procurement expert to review the council's current procurement arrangements and category management practices. The review is a one-off project worth £15,000.
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Connect2Framework for Umbrella Company Services to the Public Sector
Connect2Framework is establishing a framework for umbrella company payroll management services available to public sector bodies across the UK and Channel Islands. The framework will run for four years and allow contracting authorities to call off services as needed.
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Independent Evaluation of the Better Security, Better Care Programme (October 2025 to October 2028)
Digital Care Hub needs an independent evaluator to assess the Better Security, Better Care programme, which supports 28,000 adult social care locations across England with cyber security and data protection improvements. The evaluation will cover delivery, impact, sustainability, cost-effectiveness and social value over a three-year period.
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Staff Survey and Employee Experience Platform
York St John University wants to replace its staff survey system with a more advanced platform that provides insights into employee experience. The new system should support the university's People and Culture Plan and help measure and improve staff working lives.
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On Vehicle Digital Technology (AVL, CCTV, APC, TLP, Comms, On Bus Destination, AVA, Bridge Strike Systems & Vehicle Compute Capability) Franchising and Wider Transport Ticketing & Payment Consultancy Services
South West Smart Applications Limited is establishing a framework for on-vehicle digital systems including AVL, CCTV, APC, TLP, communications, destination displays, autonomous vehicle alerts, and vehicle compute capability. The framework will operate via both competitive selection and direct award, with suppliers supporting buses and wider transport across member organisations.
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Auditor for Audit Scotland
The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body needs an independent auditor to audit Audit Scotland's annual accounts under the Public Finance and Accountability (Scotland) Act 2000. This is an annual recurring engagement.
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ID562 Recruitment Preferred Supplier List Framework
Aspire Housing is establishing a preferred supplier list for recruitment services. They will appoint 5 providers to a framework running from January 2027 for 6 years, with the list reopening for new applicants in year 2 and year 4.
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IWM/2627/Ops/3508: DBS Checking Services for Imperial War Museums
Imperial War Museums needs a secure online platform to manage Disclosure and Barring Service checks for candidates. The system must handle basic and enhanced screening, identity verification, right to work checks, and international background checks where needed.
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Asset Valuations & Associated Services
Liverpool City Region Combined Authority needs land, property and asset valuations across its estate to support asset management, governance and statutory compliance. Work covers insurance valuations, commercial/public asset valuations, DEC assessments for buildings, and related services.
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C086/2026/2027- Business Events Industry Engagement & Lead Generation
Welsh Government wants a contractor to run a two-year programme of business events engagement and lead generation across Wales. The work builds on a pilot and aims to strengthen regional networks, improve industry collaboration, and increase lead generation activity aligned with the National Events Strategy.
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Design and Build Exhibition Stands for Higher Education Fairs
Bangor University needs an organisation to design, produce and install flexible exhibition stands for use at UCAS higher education fairs over the contract period. The stands will be used by their UK Recruitment Team to promote the university.