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Workforce Flows project
CITB wants research into why construction trainees and workers leave the sector, and how to improve retention. The project aims to understand and address the estimated 60,000 annual loss of potential entrants.
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Bioavailability of Food Supplements
The FSA wants a systematic literature review on how different food supplement formulations (lipid-based systems like liposomes, micelles, nanoparticles, and particle size reduction methods) affect the bioavailability and toxicological risk of active ingredients. The work runs from June 2026 to March 2028.
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External Evaluation of Sunderland's Connecting Through Nature Project
Sunderland City Council wants an external evaluator to assess their Connecting Through Nature project. The evaluation will assess the project's outcomes and impact.
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ID 6217796 DFE - InterTradeIreland Supply Chain Programme
InterTradeIreland wants to commission an all-island supply chain support programme for North and South Irish businesses. The programme will offer structured upstream and downstream support within a single branded framework.
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Literature Review: Allergenicity of cell cultivated products
The FSA wants a literature review focused on allergenicity risks in cell cultivated proteins (lab-grown meat alternatives). The six-month project will identify knowledge gaps in this emerging food sector.
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Political Monitoring
The National Lottery Community Fund needs a parliamentary and political monitoring service covering Westminster, Scottish Parliament, Welsh Senedd, Northern Ireland Assembly, mayors, combined authorities, and devolved government departments. The service should track debates, provide contact intelligence for politicians and civil servants, and monitor relevant think tanks and charitable sector organisations.
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DCO Interface, Co-ordination and Consultation Services
UK Fusion Energy needs an external supplier to manage consultation support for its Development Consent Order (DCO) submission. The work covers 13 consultation events near Abingdon in 2026, with further phases planned for 2027 and 2028.
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THE PROVISION OF RESEARCH INTO FIRE SAFETY - SMOKE CONTROL PROVISIONS IN BLOCKS OF FLATS
The HSE wants research into whether smoke control provisions in Approved Document B (the Building Regulations guidance) are fit for purpose in blocks of flats. The work will review current requirements and their effectiveness against Building Regulations Schedule 1, Part B1.
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UWTSD2526/235. Capital Development Professional Consultancy Framework
University of Wales Trinity Saint David and Pembrokeshire College are establishing a seven-lot framework for capital development professional consultancy services, with up to six suppliers appointed per lot. Tenderers can bid for one or multiple lots covering project management, quantity surveying, building surveying, architecture, M&E, health & safety, and structural engineering.
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Design and Data Management Platform
University of Dundee needs a cloud-based design and data management platform with a secure web interface. It will integrate with their existing systems to handle secure data exchange and computational workflows, with the vendor providing installation, maintenance and updates.
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TEN-2526-049 (PA2023) B2B Research Community - User Panel
NEST needs a facility and methodology to recruit NEST employers and connectors for research participation, primarily focused on usability and customer experience testing. The supplier will manage access to this panel and support NEST's research activities.
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Grants Finance Mentoring and Audit services
The British Council in Tunisia needs a service provider to deliver grants finance mentoring and audit services for an EU4Youth program supporting Tunisian youth access to culture and sport. The work is part of component 2 (Maghroumin) of the EU's youth initiative in Tunisia.
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SW/DSW Ddiogelu Dyfodol Para-Chwaraeon Perfformiad yng Nghymru / SW/DSW Future-Proof Para Performance Sport in Wales
Sport Wales and Disability Sport Wales want research to define current para-sport provision in Wales and identify system changes needed over the next 12–16 years to make performance environments inclusive for disabled athletes. The work covers assessment of maturity across national governing bodies, resource forecasting, and recommendations for transition pathways.
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Operators Panel Manager for the Scottish Wave & Tidal Operators Agreement
Crown Estate Scotland needs an independent Operators Panel Manager to chair governance meetings, coordinate between wave and tidal power operators, and manage technical workstreams for the Scottish Wave & Tidal Power Operators Agreement. The role involves neutral facilitation, record-keeping, and progress reporting over a varying workload.
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RDC JB Green and Blue Infrastructure Study (ESPH730 MV)
Rother District Council needs a consultant to produce a Green and Blue Infrastructure Framework study and Open Space Standards to support their new Local Plan (2025-2042). The study will provide quantitative justification for planning standards on open space provision, accessibility, quality, and strategic green and blue infrastructure networks.
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4-year Fellowship - endpoint toxicity for a mixture of chemicals
The FSA is funding a four-year research fellowship to assess the toxicity of chemical mixtures in food using computational and laboratory methods (in-silico and in-vitro New Approach Methodologies). The project will generate a case study to strengthen consumer protection from chemical hazards.
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Circular Economy Value Chain Modelling
University of Exeter needs specialist consultants to design and analyse circular economy data outputs across multiple sectors and value chains. The work will build evidence for industry practice, policy and investment decisions.
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eDNA for water frogs around Lynford Lakes, Norfolk
Natural England needs eDNA water sampling and metabarcoding analysis to detect marsh frogs around Lynford Lakes, Norfolk, as part of an invasive species response to protect native northern pool frogs. The work involves sampling freshwater ponds and lakes and mapping species distribution.
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Additional analytical methods for NDNS biomonitoring
The Food Standards Agency wants a research partner to develop analytical methods for measuring biomarkers of consumer exposure to food additives and chemical contaminants. The work includes deriving and validating analytical chemistry methods and defining toxicological approaches for estimating dietary intakes.
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Ceredigion - Local Food Partnership / Ceredigion – Partneriaeth Bwyd Leol
Ceredigion County Council wants an organisation to establish and lead a county-wide local food partnership, bringing together public, private, and voluntary sector partners. The role includes facilitation, partnership design, and delivery of activities to support the partnership's growth and sustainability.
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Systems and Behaviour Framework
Zero Waste Scotland wants integrated systems analysis and behavioural science expertise to identify leverage points in complex systems and design, test, and scale interventions targeting specific behaviours. The contract runs to May 2026.
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InterTradeIreland Get Exporting - Cross Border Programme
InterTradeIreland wants a supplier to design and deliver a structured 16-month export training programme for 60 SMEs across Ireland and Northern Ireland. The programme will cover 30+ Irish manufacturing/tradeable services businesses, 10+ Irish food & beverage firms, and 20+ Northern Irish manufacturing/tradeable services companies.
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1016654387 2025-SUS-007 Rail Infrastructure Carbon Conventions
RSSB wants a researcher to develop standardised conventions for carbon lifecycle assessment in GB rail infrastructure. The work covers asset taxonomy translation, descriptors, component build-ups, emission factors, and lifespan assumptions to reduce variation and save time in early-stage assessments.
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Participatory & Deliberative Engagement: A Stronger, Fairer Community in Maidstone Town Centre
Maidstone Borough Council wants an independent organisation to design and deliver a participatory engagement programme in the town centre, exploring residents' lived experience and identifying ways to strengthen community resilience with a focus on fairness and inclusivity.
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State of Medical Education and Practice (SoMEP) Barometer Survey 2026
The GMC needs a survey research organisation to conduct their annual Barometer survey in 2026, measuring doctors' career intentions, workplace experiences, and adaptation to pressure. The findings will feed into the State of Medical Education and Practice report.