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Battery cell fabrication and cycling services
CPI needs a service provider to manufacture prototype battery cells from supplied materials and run electrochemical performance tests. Work includes electrode production, cell assembly in multiple formats, and detailed testing with data reporting.
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Independent Workplace Investigation and Employee Relations Services
Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Authority wants to appoint an external HR consultancy to handle workplace investigations, disciplinary cases, and grievance matters on a call-off basis. There is no guaranteed minimum volume.
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Evaluation Services: Events & Participation Programme (2026-2029)
The North East Combined Authority wants an independent evaluator for a sports and cultural participation programme running 2027-2029. The evaluation will cover delivery, outputs, outcomes, economic impact, participation change, health, volunteering, equality, environment and social value.
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Large Format, Out of Home Advertising - North Shields Transport Hub
North Tyneside Council wants a supplier to manage sales, operation and reporting for an existing digital advertising screen at North Shields Transport Hub. The screen is already installed and funded by the council; the supplier only handles advertising sales and day-to-day management.
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E Portfolio System (Provision of)
City of Sunderland College needs an e-portfolio system to manage apprenticeship delivery, tracking, assessment, and reporting. The system must be modern and fully compliant with relevant standards.
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Higham House Groundwork Investigations
Newcastle City Council wants a ground investigation specialist to carry out work at Higham House following an ARUP specification. The scope and scale suggest a single-site investigation rather than a framework.
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Re-tender Mouth of Tyne Festival - Stage And Cover 2027
North Tyneside Council needs stage and cover hire for the Mouth of the Tyne Festival, a four-day live music event at Tynemouth Priory and Castle in July 2027. The contractor supplies the stage structure and weather protection.
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Independent eval. of the NHS solar and battery storage scheme 25/26
NHS England needs an independent evaluation of its solar and battery storage scheme across NHS sites in England. The work will assess the scheme's impact on carbon emissions, energy costs, on-site generation and energy resilience.
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Quarrying - North District
Forestry Commission needs drilling, blasting, extraction and processing of hard rock aggregate at multiple quarry sites in northern England. Material is used for constructing and maintaining forest roads, with work typically occurring over a few weeks each year.
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Heaton TRU Upgrades Designs
Northern Trains needs designs for upgrades at Heaton Train Care Centre (a TRU project) brought to accepted-for-construction status. The appointed designer will act as Principal Designer under CDM Regulations 2015 and produce design documents, inspection and test plans, risk assessments, and equality impact assessment.
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Services to support the National Rollout for establishing a waste management route for existing High Activity Sealed Sources (HASS) in the UK
The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority wants a single supplier to collect, dismantle, transport, store and process Caesium-137 sealed sources from irradiator units across the UK, and return them to a designated site. The work covers the full end-to-end cycle including planning, site liaison, regulatory approvals and transport.
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NCC1999 NE Rural Growth Programme Evaluation
Northumberland County Council needs an independent evaluation of the North East Rural Growth Programme. The work is a one-off research and consultancy project valued at £75,000.
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Sunderland Alternative Provider Medical Services (APMS)
NHS North East and North Cumbria ICB is running a competition to provide Alternative Provider Medical Services (APMS) for Sunderland patients. This is a primary care medical services contract replacing a current provider.
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Seaton Sluice Welfare Playpark Replacement 2026
Seaton Valley Community Council wants a contractor to design, supply and install a complete replacement inclusive playpark for ages 0-12 at Welfare Park in Seaton Sluice. The work includes removal of existing equipment, groundworks, safety surfacing, fencing, furniture, signage and post-installation inspection, all within a fixed price of £115,000 excluding VAT.
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Teleradiology Service
South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust is buying a teleradiology service to provide remote reporting and imaging services. No contract value or duration is stated in the notice.
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Bishop Auckland College ~ Cleaning Tender
Bishop Auckland College needs high-quality cleaning services across two main sites (the college and McIntyre Centre) plus occasional cover at a training centre. The contract runs for 3 years from 1 February 2027, with potential for two 1-year extensions.
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Tees Bird Mapping Project
Natural England wants maps and analysis of how designated bird species use habitats in the Teesmouth and Cleveland Coast protected area. You'll deliver GIS mapping layers, a detailed report on methods and findings, and guidance on using the mapping tool.
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Alterations and Refurbishment
South Tyneside Borough Council wants a contractor to refurbish and reconfigure a residential property in Boldon as a respite foster care facility. The work includes stripping out, alterations, new kitchen and bathroom, mechanical and electrical works, and conversion of an outbuilding into habitable space.
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Business Support North East Framework
The North East Mayoral Strategic Authority is establishing a framework to deliver business support services across five areas: inspiring entrepreneurs, exploring enterprise readiness, helping businesses start, supporting established businesses to succeed, and assisting scaling. This is region-wide provision for North East businesses.
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Provision of Gas Cylinders and Cylinder Management
CPI wants a contractor to supply and rent gas cylinders for their estate, with proactive management of inventory and costs. The gas types will vary based on their project work.
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Custom Phosphoramidites and Succinates
CPI needs custom phosphoramidite and succinate materials for oligonucleotide manufacturing research and development. Supply will be on a pilot scale, ranging from 10g to 1kg batches.
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Custom Phosphoramidites and Succinates
CPI needs custom phosphoramidite and succinate chemicals to support pilot-scale oligonucleotide manufacturing at their Medicines Manufacturing Innovation Centre site. Supply quantities range from 10g to 1kg batches for research and development.
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GB-Middlesbrough: Borderlands Phase 2 Evaluation
Teesside University and Borderlands need an independent evaluator or team to assess their programme from 2026 to 2029. The evaluation should combine quantitative and qualitative evidence to measure impact on individuals, communities, artists and the creative sector.
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002468 - Contract for Fleet Equipment Maintenance and Potential Repair
Durham County Council needs ongoing maintenance, calibration, and repair of workshop equipment across four sites that service approximately 1100 vehicles and 3000 powered equipment items. Work includes MOT testing support and must minimise downtime on equipment used 24/7.
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Tender for the Provision of Fluoride Varnish in Hartlepool Schools
Hartlepool Borough Council wants a dental provider to run a pilot fluoride varnish scheme in around 10 primary schools. The provider will handle parent engagement, consent, medical history collection, and delivery of the fluoride varnish treatments.