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PfH Recruitment and Associated Services Framework

PfH is seeking to establish a framework for recruitment services over 3 lots. Lot 1 will provide recruitment services through a managed service provider. The MSPs appointed to the framework will be required to supply a fully managed recruitment service for temporary, interim and permanent labour requirements across all disciplines and geographical regions. The range of roles required include but are not limited to:— admin and clerical roles— care and support roles— executive roles— housing management roles— professional and technical roles— Soft FM Roles— trades and labour rolesThe MSPs will be required to supply candidates/workers through their own databank of potential employees or through a network of second tier suppliers.PfH anticipates awarding places on Lot 1 to five suppliers, but reserves the right to award places to a greater or fewer number of suppliers, depending on the bids received.

Bereavement Related Goods Framework

New Cremation Memorials for Scattered Remains

Tools, Power Tools and Consumables Framework

The purpose of this procurement exercise, and the proposed resultant Framework Agreement is to aggregate the estimated spend and deliver efficiency benefits. While also providing access to a number of high-quality Contractors who are able to deliver the requirements of the Framework Agreement in relation to the supply of Tools, Power Tools and Consumables.There shall be no minimum order quantities under this Framework Agreement.The Framework Agreement will be split into two separate lots.Lot 1 will comprise of Mechanical, Maintenance & Repairs Tools and Consumables.Lot 2 will comprise of Other Trades Tools, Power Tools & Consumables.The Contractor must make every endeavour to supply the whole order in one single delivery, consolidating deliveries where necessary to avoid part order deliveries wherever possible, whilst adhering to the agree lead times provided.

Framework for the Supply of Scaffolding

Supply of Scaffolding

CE-49-22 - Quantity Surveying Consultancy Services - Framework Agreement

CE-49-22 - Quantity Surveying Consultancy Services - Framework Agreement

Procurement for the provision of a Postgraduate Dental Education Framework Agreement

Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) plays a leading role in the education, training, development and shaping of the healthcare workforce in Wales to ensure the delivery of a high quality of care for the people of Wales.The Dental Deanery in HEIW supports postgraduate education and training for the whole dental workforce in Wales. This includes Dental Foundation, Dental Core and Dental Specialty training for Dentists, Dental Foundation for Therapists and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for all dental team members as defined by the General Dental Council (GDC) . The Dental Postgraduate Section of HEIW are seeking to commission speakers to deliver the education and training of Dental Foundation and Core trainees and all dental team members across Wales.The Dental Postgraduate Section are seeking speakers to deliver: Dental Foundation Training; Dental Core Training; Welsh Dental Therapy Foundation Training; Continuing Professional Development; and Performers List Validation by Experience.

NHSScotland Lead Advisor Consultant Framework (2023)

This Framework will provide Lead Advisor services to Framework Customers (as further described in theStatement of Requirement). The role of the Lead Advisor is varied and may includea range of advisory, design discipline, inspection and supervision services and building surveying inputs to health and social careprogrammes of work and projects to be delivered via a variety of procurement routes. It will be a key requirement of this Frameworkto provide an integrated Advisor service for construction projects procured under the NEC4 suite of contracts.The authority is not able to guarantee the volume, type or value of any work called off under the framework however the current estimateof the total potential value over the term of the framework is noted within the contract notice. The current realistic anticipated framework expenditure is circa 10 million GBP, however the maximum anticipated expenditure for the framework is 20million GBP given the potential for additional funding to be allocated to the NHSScotland Capital Programme over the life of the framework.

CE-73-21 - Re-Opening of Flexible Framework for Provision of Care at Home Services (New entrants August 2023)

UPDATE - JUNE 2023 REOPENING OF THE FLEXIBLE FRAMEWORKSouth Ayrshire Council wish to seek submissions from suitably qualified and experienced providers to supplement its existing Framework for Care at Home Services, ref CE-73-21.The previously advertised flexible framework which commenced on 1 April 2022 allows for re-opening to new Providers. In accordance with its terms, it is now being opened for New Entrants to be admitted under the same requirements as the original tender exercise and as noted herein.Providers already appointed to the Framework are not required to resubmit to remain on the Framework.The estimated value shown in II.1.5 reflects the value advertised at the establishment of the framework which is an estimate and subject to change.As this service is listed in Schedule 3 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations and the contract value exceeds 663,540 GBP over the contract period, the Council will be using the afforded flexibility of the Light Touch Regime to re-open the framework.ORIGINAL CONTRACT NOTICE TEXT:The South Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership has identified a requirement to establish a Flexible Framework Agreement and contract with suitably experienced and competent Care at Home Service Providers, who hold or can commit to obtain, prior to any appointment, the appropriate Care Inspectorate Registration, to deliver Care at Home Services across South Ayrshire on behalf of South Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership.

PfH Recruitment and Associated Services Framework

Established in 2004, Procurement for Housing (PfH) is a national procurement consortiumdedicated to the social housing sector and supported by the National Housing Federation(NHF), Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) and HouseMark. Collectively our Membersmanage more than 75% of UK’ social housing stock, with PfH helping them to achieveefficiency savings using a wide range of services including framework agreements, spendanalyses, strategy reviews, consolidated billing and comprehensive reporting. PfH is acontracting authority under Regulation 2 of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (“PCR2015”) and a central purchasing body under regulation 37 PCR 2015.Please refer to www.pfh.co.uk for additional information.PfH is administered by Inprova Limited and is headquartered in the North West of Englandwith over 20 years of expertise and experience offering a complete procurement solutionspackage across outsourcing, technology and consultancy. By integrating procurementservices and technology, Inprova operates as a delivery partner, supporting businessperformance improvement for the public sector.PfH is seeking to establish a Framework Agreement for Recruitment and Associated Servicescovering three lots:1. Managed Recruitment Services2. General Recruitment Services3. Talent Bank Technology Solution

Procurement for the provision of a Postgraduate Dental Education Framework Agreement

When The framework has been awarded it will remain open to allow periodic refreshes as detailed below. Please note: no further Notices will be issued for each refresh date when the Framework reopens. -12-month refreshes to allow new entrants to apply to join the framework and existing providers the opportunity to add new topics/modules. Refresh Dates: - 1st August 2024, [responses by 26th June 2024] - 1st August 2025, [responses by 26th June 2025] - 1st August 2026, [responses by 26th June 2026] * *In the event the Framework Agreement is extended The Services to which this Notice relates fall within Regulations 74 to 76 of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (Regulations). Although HEIW may voluntarily adopt certain provisions in the Regulations neither the employment of any terminology nor any other indication shall be taken to mean that the contracting authority intends to hold itself bound by any of the Regulations save those applicable to services falling within Regulations 74 to 76. Bidders to note that they will be required to enter into terms and conditions of contract as set out in the tender documents and that save for matters of clarification or consistency, HEIW will not negotiate the terms. As this is a procurement that falls under the Light Touch Regime, HEIW is proposing to use a procurement procedure which is akin to the open procedure. All tender costs and any liabilities incurred by bidders shall be the sole responsibility of the bidders. HEIW reserves the right to pause, halt, abandon and/or annul the tendering process and not to appoint to the Framework Agreement. Bidders to note appointment on to the Framework Agreement does not guarantee the award of further contracts as a result of mini competition participation. The Framework to which this procurement relates is funded via Welsh Government funding, refer to the contract terms and conditions and the ITT for rights reserved to the contracting authority should the said funding cease or reduce. Bidders are to note: The proposed Framework is due to take effect on or around 1st August 2023. Bidders are free to submit bids in respect of any number of Lots. Bidders to note they will need to submit only once against the pre-disclosed evaluation criteria set out in the ITT, which will be evaluated once and scoring will be applied to all the lots bidders apply for. To complete your formal proposal, please access the ITT via the Bravo eTender Wales portal where you will find a full suite of tender documentation. 1. Register your company: https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk and click the link to register. 2. Express and Interest in the tender: - Click ‘ITT Open to all suppliers’ - Click ITT_ xxxxx and express interest - This will move the ITT into your ‘my ITTs page’ - You can access any attachments by clicking ‘buyer attachments’ in the ‘ITT details’ box 3. Responding to the tender - Click ‘my response’ under ‘ITT details’. You can choose to ‘create response’ or ‘decline to respond’ - You can now use the messages function to communicate with HEIW NOTE: The authority is using eTenderwales to carry out this procurement process. To obtain further information record your interest on Sell2Wales at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=123268 Under the terms of this contract the successful supplier(s) will be required to deliver Community Benefits in support of the authority’s economic and social objectives. Accordingly, contract performance conditions may relate in particular to social and environmental considerations. The Community Benefits included in this contract are: detailed in the tender documentation. NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=132069. (WA Ref:132069) The buyer considers that this contract is suitable for consortia.

PIN: Integrated Waste Management Specialist Nuclear Services Framework (IWM24)

PIN: Integrated Waste Management Specialist Nuclear Services Framework (IWM24)

002162 Digital Advertising and Specialist Marketing Support Framework

The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.The primary organisations expected to utilise this arrangement as Contracting Authorities are: British Library British Museum City of London Corporation (Barbican and Tower Bridge) Museum of London National Army Museum National Gallery Natural History Museum National Museums and Galleries on Merseyside (NML) National Portrait Gallery Oxford University Gardens, Libraries and Museums Royal Botanic Gardens Kew Science Museum Group Tate The National Archives V&A With the permission of the British Library as Contract Managers, any charitably funded organisation working in the cultural events, museums and galleries sector or Government funded public body will have access to this Framework Agreement For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at:

ITT - STEP - Framework for Business Support Services

STEP is undertaking a tender process to review, identify and appoint a framework of Service Provider(s) to provide Expert Help predominantly to small and medium-sized organisations across a wide variety of sectors, ranging from private enterprises to community and voluntary organisations and social enterprises and from start-up to mature and expanding stages of development throughout Scotland.

Tools, Power Tools and Consumables Framework

Purchase of Tools, Power Tools and Consumables

Stockton-on-Tees Alternative Provision Flexible Framework Agreement

Alternative Provision (Education) Service - must provide education with a focus on achieving academic qualifications (GCSE or alternatives) to ensure that pupils are ready to make a successful transition into post 16 education or training.

Tree Maintenance Framework

Minor Tree Maintenance Works

Building Works Contractor Framework

LOT 1 - General Building

TC979 Archival Storage, Non-Archival Storage and Scanning Framework

Further details are set out in the procurement documents.

Framework Agreement for Environmental Facilities Works

The Works include the upgrading of boundary and party wall fencing, gates,clothes lines, paths and hedges in accordance with the Welsh Housing Quality Standard (WHQS).

Open Banking Dynamic Purchasing System (Data, Digital Payments and Confirmation of Payee Services)

We are holding a supplier webinar on Monday 17th July 2023 to provide an overview of the DPS, seek feedback and respond to any clarifications prior to supplier onboarding commencing in July. To attend this event, please email open-banking-dps@crowncommercial.gov.uk with the following details: 1. Organisation name 2. Contact name 3. Job title of contact (including responsibility within your organisation) 4. Contact phone number 5. Contact email 6. Organisation website link Crown Commercial Service (CCS) will use an eSourcing system for this competition and reserves the right to use an electronic auction. The eSourcing system we will use is [https://crowncommercialservice.bravosolution.co.uk]. Please note that, to register, you must have a valid DUNS number (as provided by Dun and Bradstreet) for the organisation which you are registering, who will be entering into a contract if invited to do so. The value in II.1.5 is an indicative value over 8 years. The date in II.3) is the estimated date of publication. Please refer to the CCS website page https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/upcoming for updates and monitor Find A Tender Service for the publication of the contract notice. The Cyber Essentials scheme is mandatory for Central Government Contracts which involve handling personal information and providing certain ICT products and services. The Government is taking steps to further reduce the levels of cyber security risk in its supply chain through the Cyber Essentials scheme. The scheme defines a set of controls which, when properly implemented, will provide organisations with basic protection from the most prevalent forms of threat coming from the internet. To participate in this procurement, bidders will be required to demonstrate that they are Cyber Essentials certified for the services under and in connection with the procurement.. Bidders must have the necessary FCA authorisations to provide Open Banking Services. The service that arise from this framework will involve the supplier holding material that has been assigned a protective marking under the Government Security Classifications Scheme (April 2014) of OFFICIAL/SENSITIVE. Bidders will be required to implement their solution in accordance with the Open Banking Dynamic Purchasing System (Data, Digital Payments and Confirmation of Payee Services) Schedule, “Security Requirement and Plan”, to meet Open Banking Dynamic Purchasing System (Data, Digital Payments and Confirmation of Payee Services) requirements. This will be released at the ITT stage.

Design Research Framework

PfH Recruitment and Associated Services Framework

This Framework may be used by any contracting authority listed in or referred to in the FTS Notice. This includes: All current members of PfH at the time of the FTS notice for this procurement; Any registered provider of social housing (or Welsh registered social landlord ,or Scottish registered social registered social landlord) that becomes a member of PfH during the period of the Framework Agreement; Any public authority (as defined in the Freedom of Information Act 2000 for public authorities in England, Wales, Northern Ireland and UK-wide public authorities based in Scotland, or as defined in the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 for Scottish public authorities) that becomes a member of PfH at any time during the period of the Framework Agreement; Any local authority (as defined in the Local Government Act 1972 for public authorities in England and Wales or as defined in the Local Government (Scotland) Act 1973 for Scottish local authorities or as defined in the Local Government Act (Northern Ireland) 1972 for local authorities in Northern Ireland) that becomes a member of PfH at any time during the period of the Framework Agreement; Any housing Arm's Length Management Organisation (ALMO) that becomes a member of PfH during the period of the Framework Agreement; Any wholly owned subsidiaries of any of the above Organisations; educational establishments and any other contracting authority listed on the following page of the PfH website : http://procurementforhousing.co.uk/permissible-users/ at the time of the FTS notice for this procurement. NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the myTenders Web Site at https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=229559. The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at https://www.mytenders.co.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx. Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems. (MT Ref:229559)

Virtual Meet the Buyer - South Wales Construction Framework

To sign up to the event please visit https://wales.business-events.org.uk/en/events/p-o7z30w9rpe6l5q74nvmqkm4yj8xovn2g/ https://wales.business-events.org.uk/cy/digwyddiadau/p-o7z30w9rpe6l5q74nvmqkm4yj8xovn2g/ NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=132267. (WA Ref:132267)

ITT - STEP - Framework for Business Support Services

STEP is undertaking a tender process to review, identify and appoint a framework of Service Provider(s) to provide Expert Help predominantly to small and medium-sized organisations across a wide variety of sectors, ranging from private enterprises to community and voluntary organisations and social enterprises and from start-up to mature and expanding stages of development throughout Scotland.

Framework for Taxi Services 2023-26

Taxi Services provision throughout the Lewis area

P-2698 Train Driver Route Learning System FW

Translink require a competent contractor to produce Train Driver Route Learning Systems (and subsequent updates). This opportunity is offered as a five-year single supplier framework with options to extend for any period up to and including 24-months. YOUR PROPOSAL MUST BE SUBMITTED WITHIN THE ETENDERSNI PORTAL VIA THIS CFT. NO OTHER METHOD OF SUBMISSION WILLBE ACCEPTED.

Temporary Traffic Management Framework

The requirement of this framework is to provide Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council with a 24 hour, 365 days a year temporary traffic management service. This framework will involve both planned and emergency temporary traffic management.

Compartmentation and Fire risk remedials framework

2a Compartmentation & Remedial Passive/Active Works - Lower volume High Value jobs - Northeast and Humberside

STEM CELL DONOR HOMECARE SERVICE

1. The contracting authority reserves the right to use an electronic reverse auction. 2. If and when this requirement is offered for tender, this may be done in whole or in part via electronic means using the internet. 3. The contracting authority is not bound to award a contract in whole or part. 4. The contracting authority will not bear the tender costs of any of the tenderers. 5. In reference to I.1.9 (Variants) to the extent permitted, if at all, in the tender documents. 6. This notice is being placed by NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership – Procurement Services. For the purpose of this procurement, the awarding authority will be Velindre NHS Trust. 7. This advertisement is placed by NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership - Procurement Services on behalf of participating LHB's/Trusts in Wales for the totality of those LHB/Trust specific contractual arrangements. 8. The Framework to be let for 3 years with an option to extend for up to 12 months.

Framework for Taxi Services 2023-26

A framework for Taxi services in the Eilean Siar area for 2023-26

Third Refresh of the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF)Programme Framework

This is an open process to commission a multi provider framework for Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) for families with school aged children eligible for Free School Meals. The activities will be available at Easter, Summer and Christmas holidays.During the course of the contract period the range and scope of these services may be subject to modification and variation to meet the changing needs and requirements of the Council, potential changes in legislation and the changing demands placed on the Council by its customers.After this tendering process has been completed and the contracts have been awarded the Council will be running further competitions from time to time for the same service. This is to allow new providers to apply to join the framework and to allow those who are unsuccessful first time around to re-apply.This process will include the same documentation as this tender (with the exception of dates etc). These competitions will be live for the period of 3 to 6 months. However, if the Council receives a high level interest for the service the Council reserves the rightto close the competition at an earlier date.

Framework for supply of Bulk Industrial Heating Oil

Corserv Ltd on behalf of Cormac Solutions Limited are tendering to select and appoint up to four bulk Industrial Heating Oil supplier(s) to a framework agreement, for the provision of bulk Industrial Heating Oil to Cormac Solutions Limited. Cormac Solutions Limited currently operates and manages a Castle Quarry located at Penzance, Cornwall TR20 8AG, The Industrial Heating Oil is to be sued in the asphalt plant burner to heat the aggregate.

DOF4417840 Pan Government Integrated Consultant Team Framework Agreement 2023 Information Bulletin, PIN Notice and Request for Feedback.

Workforce for the Future - Creation of Learning Resource

MGS is partnering with Developing the Young Workforce to deliver a two-year project, entitled Workforce for The Future, to engage museums and schools in eight lower Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation areas. As part of the project, S1 and S2 pupils across the eight council areas will use a core learning resource to work with a local museum, learning about the diversity of job roles in the heritage sector and increasing their employability skills. This tender opportunity is for a contractor to work with MGS to create the core learning resource to be used by the school pupils as part of the project. This resource must be in a format that allows for it to be accredited by the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF).

EN:Procure - Framework for New Build Housing (2023-2027)

Individual contracting authorities entitled to access the framework agreement will have the option to agree and award underlying contracts to the appointed contractors at any stage during the term of the framework agreement. The following contracting authorities will be entitled to agree and award underlying contracts under the framework agreement as and when required. Any member or customer of EN:Procure from time to time, which may include (but not limited to): (a) any social housing provider and including any subsidiary and sponsoring department of such bodies in the United Kingdom from time to time (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/current-registered-providers-of-social-housing); (b) any local authority in the United Kingdom from time to time (https://www.gov.uk/find-local-council); (c) any community land trust and community interest company from time to time. (d) any public sector body providing accommodation; (e) any community benefit and mutual societies (A Community Benefit Society as registered with the Financial Conduct Authority - https://mutuals.fca.org.uk/); (f) any private sector bodies with an access to public funds from time to time; (g) any combined authorities; (h) any educational establishments (including universities) with student accommodation (https://www.gov.uk/check-university-award-degree/recognised-bodies, https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/, http://www.schoolswebdirectory.co.uk/localauthorities.php) ; (i) any NHS bodies (https://www.england.nhs.uk/publication/nhs-provider-directory-and-registers-of-licensed-healthcare-providers/ ): (j) any Police, Fire and Rescue body (https://www.police.uk/pu/policing-in-the-uk/, , https://www.nationalfirechiefs.org.uk/Fire-and-Rescue-Services/, https://www.nifrs.org/home/about-us/your-area/, https://aace.org.uk/uk-ambulance-service/); (k) any Registered Charity (https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-search): (l) any procurement consortia from time to time; (m) any entity or joint venture company that any of the entities referred to in (a) – (k) hold an interest from time to time. For bidders' information a list of EN's current customers is: - Accent Housing https://www.accentgroup.org/ - ACIS Group https://www.acisgroup.co.uk/ - Ashfield District Council https://www.ashfield.gov.uk/ - Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/ - Berneslai Homes https://www.berneslaihomes.co.uk/ - Beyond Housing https://beyondhousing.co.uk/ - Bridge Homes https://bridgehomesyorkshire.co.uk/ - Calder Valley Community Land Trust https://caldervalleyclt.org.uk/ - Calderdale District Council https://calderdale.gov.uk/v2/ - Chartford Housing https://hortonhousing.co.uk/about-us/chartford-housing-limited/ - City of Doncaster Council http://www.doncaster.gov.uk/ - City of Lincoln https://www.lincoln.gov.uk/ - City of York Council https://www.york.gov.uk/ - Connect Housing https://www.connecthousing.org.uk/ - Craven District Council https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/ - Derby Homes https://www.derbyhomes.org/ - Derwent Living https://www.placesforpeople.co.uk/about-us/who-we-are/our-companies/homes-to-rent - First Choice Homes Oldham https://www.fcho.co.uk/ - Guinness Partnership https://www.guinnesspartnership.com/ - Harrogate Borough Council https://www.harrogate.gov.uk/ - Home Group https://www.homegroup.org.uk/ - Hull City Council https://www.hull.gov.uk/ - Incommunities https://www.incommunities.co.uk/ - Joseph Rowntree Housing Trust https://www.jrht.org.uk/ - Kirklees Council https://www.kirklees.gov.uk/beta/default.aspx - Leeds City Council https://www.leeds.gov.uk/ - Leeds Federated Housing Association https://www.lfha.co.uk/ - Leeds Jewish https://ljha.co.uk/ - Leicester City Council https://www.leicester.gov.uk/ - Lincolnshire Housing Partnership https://www.lincolnshirehp.com/ - Manningham Housing Association https://www.manninghamhousing.co.uk/ - Network Homes https://www.networkhomes.org.uk/ - Northumberland County Council https://www.northumberland.gov.uk/ - Nottingham City Homes https://www.nottinghamcityhomes.org.uk/ - One Manchester https://www.onemanchester.co.uk/ - Ongo Homes https://www.ongo.co.uk/ - Pickering and Ferens Homes https://www.pfh.org.uk/ - Plus Dane Housing https://www.plusdane.co.uk/ - Richmondshire District Council https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/ - Riverside Housing Association https://www.riverside.org.uk/ - Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council https://www.rotherham.gov.uk/ - Rykneld Homes https://www.rykneldhomes.org.uk/ - Selby District Council https://www.selby.gov.uk/ - Sheffield City Council https://www.sheffield.gov.uk/ - South Kesteven District Council http://www.southkesteven.gov.uk/ - South Yorkshire Housing Association https://www.syha.co.uk/ - St Leger Homes of Doncaster https://www.stlegerhomes.co.uk/ - Together Housing https://www.togetherhousing.co.uk/ - Unity Homes & Enterprise https://www.unityha.co.uk/ - Wakefield and District Housing https://www.wdh.co.uk/ - West Yorkshire Combined Authority https://www.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/ - Wokingham Borough Council https://www.wokingham.gov.uk/ - Yorkshire Housing https://www.yorkshirehousing.co.uk/ - 54North Homes https://54northhomes.co.uk/ EN:Procure reserves the right to cancel the procurement at any time and not to proceed with all or any part of the framework agreement. EN:Procure will not under any circumstance reimburse any expense incurred by bidders in preparing their tender submissions for the framework agreement.

Landowner Engagement Framework for Networks NI

1) Interested parties must register their interest on the mytenders web site (www.mytenders.co.uk) in order to be included on the mailing list for clarifications. All information relating to attachments, including clarifications and changes, will be published on the Portal (www.mytenders.co.uk) only. Registration is free of charge. The contracting authority will not accept responsibility for information relayed (or not relayed) via third parties. 2) This is the sole call for competition for this service. 3) The contracting authority will not be responsible for any costs, charges or expenses incurred by candidates or tenderers. 4) Contract award will be subject to the approval of the competent authorities. 5) If for any reason it is not possible to award the contract one or more of the tenderers invited following the conclusion of this competitive process, the contracting authority reserves the right to award the contract to the next ranked tenderer as appropriate. 6) At its absolute discretion, the contracting authority may elect to terminate this procurement process or any contract awarded. 7) Please note in relation to all documents, that where reference is made to a particular standard, make, source, process, trademark, type or patent, that this is not to be regarded as a de facto requirement. In all such cases it should be understood that such indications are to be treated strictly and solely for reference purposes only, to which the words ‘or equivalent’ will always be appended. 8) Without prejudice to the principle of equal treatment, the contracting authority is not obliged to engage in a clarification process in respect of questionnaires with missing or incomplete information. Therefore, candidates are advised to ensure that they return fully completed questionnaires in order to avoid the risk of elimination from the competition. NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the myTenders Web Site at https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=229517. The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at https://www.mytenders.co.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx. Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems. (MT Ref:229517)

Chapelcross Strategic Development Framework

1.1 Dumfries and Galloway Council is working closely alongside its partners South of Scotland Enterprise, the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority, the site owner and the site operators Magnox to ensure a sustainable economic legacy is delivered for the 210 + hectare, former nuclear power station site at Chapelcross.1.2 The future of Chapelcross is centred on clean energy generation, storage, distribution, research and use with a particular focus on renewable hydrogen production. Renewable hydrogen will play a significant role in our energy transition to net zero, with site acting as a Regional Hydrogen Energy Hub for the South of Scotland.

P24-0014 Business Response Framework

Scottish Enterprise is seeking to establish a Framework Agreement to provide a range of due diligence on companies in difficulty and/or where significant job losses are anticipated, to inform decision making for Scottish Enterprise.We intend to appoint up to 4 suppliers to the Framework and each will be expected to deliver a full range of integrated professional services including accountancy/financial management, legal and tax advice, specialist technical expertise and other considerations including UK Subsidy Control.The Framework is expected to commence on 20 October 2023 with an end date of 19 October 2026. After this time Scottish Enterprise will have the option to extend the Framework for a further 12 month period.

Fowlea Brook FRMS - this is a call-off from an existing framework

Recovery Strategy Unit (RSU) Legal Support Services Framework

Generation 5 (Gen5) Civil Engineering, Highways and Transportation Collaborative Framework 2024 - 2028

Framework Scope for Lot 1 The Core Scope for Lot 1 includes the following: Civils and surfacing works associated with carriageway, cycleway and footway construction (including foundation, surfacing and kerbs) for highways improvement and safety works Civils works associated with traffic signals (not including installation of traffic signals) Construction of minor public realm works (including high spec. paving and street furniture) Construction works associated with the installation of small-scale highway and land drainage. Enabling works for 3rd party utility diversions and site clearance Provision of traffic management on the public highway The Secondary Scope for Lot 1 includes the following: Construction of pedestrian and cycle facilities in rural areas and parks Construction of countryside footways (non-metalled surfaces) Small-scale retaining structures (no higher than 1.5m) Winter maintenance support Accommodation works for larger civil engineering and construction projects Minor works for new developments (under Section 38 and 278 of the Highways Act) Minor external works on properties containing children and vulnerable adults Minor external works to public sector property Construction of car parks Civils works associated with street lighting installation Civils works associated with Electric Vehicle (EV) charging point installation and other renewable energy installations associated with highways Civils works associated with static Variable Message Signs (VMS) Installation of Vehicle Restraint Systems (VRS) Drainage clearance works (including jetting, rodding and CCTV inspections) Minor civil engineering and site clearance works along canals and rivers Minor flood alleviation works Construction of water treatment, SUDS and other foul and storm water management systems Enabling works associated with soft landscaping (topsoiling, tree pits and clearance)

Framework Agreement for the Supply and Delivery of 12t and 16t Forklift Trucks

The purpose of this procurement is to establish a single provider framework agreement for the supply and delivery of 12t and 16t Forklift Trucks.

Engineering Services Provider Framework Agreement

Lot number 1 – Concept DesignConcept Design - high level for tendering purposes (not to Classification Society Approval):Naval ArchitectureStructural AnalysisHull StructurePiping and MachineryHull Outfitting, HVAC and Accommodation InteriorPower, Propulsion, Manoeuvring and Deck Mechanical SystemsElectrical, Instrumentation, Telecommunication and Automation

FMM-22-013 The Establishment of a Framework Agreement for the Supply and Delivery of Grounds Maintenance Products for the Education Authority

FMM-22-013 The Establishment of a Framework for the Supply and Delivery of Grounds Maintenance Products for the Education Authority for a period of four years.

T22/23-051 Framework of Trainers for the Local Government Training Group (LGTG)

Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council, on behalf of the Local Government Training Group (LGTG), wishes to engage the services of a competent person/ organisation to provide LGTG sponsored training to Local Government Officers and Elected Members across the 11 District Councils of Northern Ireland to assist with the Learning and Development of their employees.

Care at Home Flexible Framework Agreement

Care at Home services provide personal care, including social and emotional support to enable people to continue or resume residing in their own home. The purpose of the service is to ensure quality of life for the individual, while enabling them to retain independence, Successful delivery of the service involves putting the person at the center of the decisions about the way they live and the support they want to receive.The strategic aim of shifting the balance of care and ‘Home First’ is highly dependent on delivering the right care at the right time in the right place. Care at Home services are particularly important to ensuring that more care and support is delivered at home or closer to home rather than in hospitals or other clinical settings. The service landscape is complex and must also support the key principles associated with the Self-Direct Support legislation ensuring that service users and carers have choice and control over how their care is delivered.

Framework Agreement for the provision of Consultancy Solutions and Advisory Services

HTE is acting on behalf of MSE, a central purchasing body.. Notwithstanding HTE's relationship with MSE, it is HTE who is conducting this tender exercise and MSE will execute the resultant framework agreement with successful bidders. The bodies to whom the use of this framework agreement will be open include all contracting authorities in the UK as defined in Regulation 2 of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 as may be updated from time to time. In particular, the entities in the UK (particularly those of a health and/or social care nature) listed in the downloadable spreadsheet of the following weblink are envisaged as framework agreement users: Public sector classification guide and forward work plan - Office for National Statistics (ons.gov.uk). This list includes each organisation's successors and assigns, any equivalent organisations and associated organisations created due to any organisational changes. This framework agreement will be open to any bodies or organisations operating in the UK of a health, and/or social care nature or which have a similar procurement need, and/or any UK based central government authority listed at Annex I of Directive 2014/24/EU, in respect of any goods or services to any of the above listed organisations.  

Pan London Residential Family Assessment Centre Framework

The contracts to be awarded under this Framework will be subject to the "Light Touch Regime “under sections 74 to 76 of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (the "2015 Regulations"). Accordingly, the full scope of the 2015 Regulations do not apply. Nothing in this Contract Notice or any other document issued during the procurement process (which refers to the process regarding admission to the Framework, to the award of contracts under the Framework or otherwise) shall be taken as acceptance that the full scope of the 2015 Regulations applies nor is it intended to create any contract (express or implied) that Ealing is conducting the procurement in accordance with the full scope of the 2015 Regulations. In particular, and without prejudice to the generality of the above, although the Framework that is being procured is modelled on a Framework under regulation 34 of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, Ealing is not bound by regulation 34 in relation to the establishment and operation of the Framework. The contracting Authority reserves the right not to award any contract pursuant to this procurement exercise and/or to abandon this procurement exercise at any time. The Contracting Authority shall have no liability whatsoever to any applicant or tenderer as a result of its exercise of that discretion. For the avoidance of doubt, all costs incurred by any applicant and / or tenderer before signature of any contract with the contracting Authority shall be incurred entirely at the applicants / tenderers risk. All London Local Authorities shall be permitted to award contracts under the Framework for the provision of services in its own geographical area upon entering an Access Agreement with the London Borough of Ealing. Please got to https://procontract.due-north.com and download the procurement documents for more information.

South East Consortium Lifts Framework

NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the myTenders Web Site at https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=229516. (MT Ref:229516)

Taxi Services Framework

NHS Lanarkshire Health Board, a statutory body constituted pursuant to the National Health Service (Scotland) Act 1978 (“the Board”), wishes to put in place a Framework Agreement for Taxi Services which will cover the movement of staff, patients (herein ‘passengers’) and urgent packages across the Health Board and further afield (“the Service”). A Specification detailing the mandatory requirements of the Board is provided in Appendix 1- Specification.The framework duration will be three (3) years with an opportunity to review and extend the framework for a further 12 months with an optional 12 months thereafter.The Framework Agreement will be split into three (3) geographical lots as follows:Lot 1 – University Hospital Monklands and surrounding areaLot 2 - University Hospital Wishaw and surrounding areaLot 3 - University Hospital Hairmyres and surrounding areaIt is envisaged that three (3) suppliers will be awarded to each lot on a ranked basis. There is no limit as to the number of lots tenderers can submit a bid for however tenderers must make it clear which lots they are bidding for within the SPD and quality/technical response document.Call-offs from the Framework Agreement will be made by the Board making a booking request with the applicable supplier and said supplier duly accepting the booking and assigning a driver within the response time required as defined in Appendix 1 – Specification. Framework participants will be contacted in order of rank for the applicable area in which the service is required. In the instance where the 1st ranked framework participant cannot achieve the mandatory timescales, the Board will contact the 2nd ranked in respect of the applicable lot and so on until a job is confirmed for the required journey.

PURCH2237 PROVISION OF A FRAMEWORK FOR SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF WATER FOUNTAINS

PURCH2237 PROVISION OF A FRAMEWORK FOR SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF WATER FOUNTAINSTender documents available from Public Contracts Scotland.Tender returns should be submitted via Public Contracts Scotland, no paper copies will be accepted. Should paper tenders be submitted, they will be rejected. Further to this any questions or communications regarding individual tender exercises must be sent via the Public Contracts Scotland Portal. Tender queries received through any other channel will not be answered. Should users of Public Contracts Scotland have any problems with the web site they should contact website Support Desk, contact details can be found by following the ‘Contact Us’ option on the left hand menu at http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx

Front Office Counter Services 2

The contracting authority is seeking a provider of a “Front Office” counter-based service to undertake a number of face-to-face customer service transactions at a national network of outlets throughout the UK. Transactions could include, although not be limited to the following (the below are given for indicative purposes only):· completing or verifying paper-based documents such as passport applications and driving licences· digitally assisted service including support for citizens applying for government services using electronic devices (i.e. tablets)- Issuing government documentation/biometric ID’s, following validation of identity and application forms.- the checking of paper application forms and the submission of supporting documents- buying or topping up travel cards- updating Government databases with changes to citizen records· basic application check, collection of fee, and onward secure transmission of completed application· verification of applicant identity then, if appropriate, processing applicant Customer Payment· processing of document application transactions requiring Biometric Image Collection· verification of authenticity of secure documents· secure Transportation of Original Documents of Value as part of application processes· secure Return of Documents to the Issuing Authority Agency· secure central storage and distribution of high value documents to the contractor’s outlets· secure storage of official documentation and supporting documents for customer collection- Digital transmission of data to issuing authority, with provision for exceptions to be handled manually (e.g. manual paper transactions). The intention is to permit the staff and / or technical infrastructure developed for this Framework Agreement to be used for other service delivery, subject to there being appropriate safeguards in respect of security, encryption, access rights and deliverability to ensure the services delivered under this Framework.

Voids Works and Reactive Property Maintenance Services

B3Living is seeking to award a Framework Agreement for a maximum of two Suppliers for the provision of Lot 01: Voids Works and Lot 02: Reactive Property Maintenance Services as described within this Invitation to Tender (ITT): the scope will be as described within the specification in Part B of the ITT and the pricing template (Part E of the ITT) is reflective of the anticipated demand.

Communication & Marketing Services Framework

Bolton at Home would like to invite tenders for the provision of a Framework for Communications & Marketing Services. Bolton at Home Group and other Housing Providers may also utilise this framework including Golden Lane Housing, Ongo Homes and Wythenshawe Community Housing Group.The framework will be for creative design and print services which will generally consist of:-• Video, Audio and Photography -• Print and Media Services• Multi Channel Engagement (inc Employee, Residents & Customers)• Graphic Design (inc Website, Digital & Social Media)The framework will not be split into lots and it is anticipated that there will be a minimum of 2 and maximum of 8 suppliers awarded a place on the framework.The contract will be awarded based on the most economically advantageous tender (MEAT) and theevaluation criteria is as follows:Stage 1 – Selection Questionnaire - Pass/FailStage 2 – Quality inc Social Value – 70%Stage 3 – Pricing – 30%It is anticipated the start date for the framework will commence in September 2023.Tender documents can be found on the chest portal (www.the-chest.org.uk) reference DN668251 unrestricted, full direct access free of charge.

Provision of Funeral Services

Framework for the provision of funeral services to Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, inclusive of inter site and organisation body transfers and funeral services on a as required basis

Logistics, Distribution, Warehousing, and Fulfilment services

A Future Opportunity on contract finder can be found here: https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/908fc3dc-f5ea-4580-a922-3144825c55a7 Crown Commercial Service intends to hold market engagement sessions during June and July 2023 with industry experts and suppliers interested in potentially bidding for the resulting framework contract. If you are interested in attending a market engagement session please express your interest by emailing logisticsandwarehousing@crowncommercial.gov.uk no later than midday on 23.06.2023. Further details will be provided to you. Your email must clearly state: 1. Organisation name 2. Contact name 3. Job title of contact (including responsibility within your organisation) 4. Contact phone number 5. Contact email 6. Organisation website link Crown Commercial Service (CCS) will use an eSourcing system for this competition and reserves the right to use an electronic auction. The eSourcing system we will use is [https://crowncommercialservice.bravosolution.co.uk]. Please note that, to register, you must have a valid DUNS number (as provided by Dun and Bradstreet) for the organisation which you are registering, who will be entering into a contract if invited to do so. The value in II.1.5 is an indicative value over 4 years. The date in II.3) is the estimated date of publication, please refer to the CCS website page https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/upcoming Crown] for updates and monitor Find A Tender Service for the publication of the contract notice. The Cyber Essentials scheme is mandatory for Central Government Contracts which involve handling personal information and providing certain ICT products and services. The Government is taking steps to further reduce the levels of cyber security risk in its supply chain through the Cyber Essentials scheme. The scheme defines a set of controls which, when properly implemented, will provide organisations with basic protection from the most prevalent forms of threat coming from the internet. To participate in this procurement, bidders will be required to demonstrate that they are Cyber Essentials for the services under and in connection with the procurement The bidder may be awarded a contract but shall not enter into any call off contracts with buyers until they are able to demonstrate to CCS that they meet the technical requirements prescribed by the Cyber Essentials Scheme for services under and in connection with this procurement. The services that arise from this framework will involve the supplier holding material that has been assigned a protective marking under the Government Security Classifications Scheme (April 2014) of OFFICIAL/SENSITIVE. Bidders will be required to implement their solution in accordance with the RM6329 Schedule, “Security Requirement and Plan”, to meet RM6329 requirements. This will be released at the ITT stage.

FMM-22-013 The Establishment of a Framework Agreement for the Supply and Delivery of Grounds Maintenance Products for the Education Authority

A further competition may be commissioned during the framework term for additional Grounds Maintenance Products. Any further mini-competition for competed goods will be run with all Contractors appointed to the framework irrespective of the Lot they are awarded. (Unless otherwise excluded through poor performance). Once awarded the Competed Goods shall form part of the Standard Goods which the successful Framework Provider is eligible to provide under the terms of this Framework Agreement for the duration of the Framework Agreement. Contract Monitoring: The Successful Contractor's performance. on this Framework will be managed as per the specification and regularly monitored (see poor performance procedures as detailed within the Department of Finance, https://www.finance-ni.gov.uk/publications/sourcing-and-construction-toolkits-0 Contractors not delivering on contract requirements is a serious matter. It means the public purse is not getting what it is paying for. If a contractor fails to reach satisfactory levels of contract performance they will be given a specified time to improve. If, after the specified time, they still fail to reach satisfactory levels of contract performance, the matter will. be escalated to senior management in EA for further action. If this occurs and their performance still does not improve to satisfactory levels within the specified period, it may be regarded as an act of grave professional misconduct and they may be issued with a Notice of Unsatisfactory Performance and this Contract may be terminated. Any contractor in receipt of a Notice of Unsatisfactory Performance will be required to declare this in future tender submissions for a period of three years from the date of issue of the Notice. It may also result in the contractor being excluded from all procurement competitions being undertaken by the EA. Education Authority Northern Ireland (EA) are committed to the promotion of social inclusion and equal opportunities, as well as the responsible use and protection of natural resources and reducing our carbon footprint as key objectives in the Sustainable Development Strategy for Northern Ireland. The Contracting Authority has included Social Considerations Clauses within the Framework. These can be found within Schedule 8. - Social Considerations within the document 1. FMM-22-013 Framework Agreement for Supplies. The Authority cannot give any commitment as to the usage, volume, or value of products required under this Contract. Any levels, or aggregate values of goods, referred to are indicative only and shall not be binding on the Client.

Framework Agreement Contracts for Non-Formal Education (NFE)

Electrical Safety Framework

Proposed Framework: As part of the procurement process NHG wishes to carry out pre-procurement market engagement to seek views from the market about its proposals before the formal launch of the procurement through the issue of a Contract Notice on the Find a Tender Service. NHG ‘s current proposed strategy is to award a multiple-supplier Framework Agreement with a single Lot. Currently, it is proposed that the framework duration will be up to 8 years (with an initial 4-year term, which can be extended by 2 periods of 2 years each). The length of the call off contracts will differ dependent on the scope of works. ABOUT US: Notting Hill Genesis is one of the largest housing associations in the country, with more than 66,000 homes across London and the south-east. We provide homes across a range of tenures and are committed to delivering housing that is affordable for all. We build and maintain quality homes, creating diverse and thriving communities. This is our primary purpose and everything else we do supports that. For more information, visit www.nhg.org.uk. PROCUREMENT PROCESS: NHG may elect (at its discretion) to proceed with the procurement of the proposed framework. When the procurement proceeds, a contract notice will be issued in the Find a Tender Service which suppliers will be required to respond to if they wish to bid for the opportunity. We intend to follow the two-stage, Restricted Procedure. The Selection Questionnaire (SQ) stage is likely to start in early July 2023, with around 5 weeks allowed for bidders to respond. The Invitation to Tender (ITT) stage is likely to start in September 2023, with around 5 weeks allowed for bidders to respond. The procurement timetable will be confirmed to bidders once the SQ stage begins. FRAMEWORK VALUE: The estimated value of the Framework Agreement given in this Notice is based on NHG's current anticipated requirements and on the maximum potential length of any call-off contracts. NHG cannot give any guarantees that works totalling this value will in fact be called off from this framework. All information in this PIN (including but not limited to lot structure, values, services) is not a firm commitment and may be subject to change following market engagement. To view this notice, please click here:

Front Office Counter Services 2

As part of this contract notice the following documents can be accessed at: https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/79c4da9b-d074-4942-b691-7be6f2681901 1) Contract notice transparency information for the agreement; 2) Contract notice authorised customer list; 3) Rights reserved for CCS framework. On 2.4.2014 Government introduced its Government Security Classifications (GSC) scheme which replaced Government Protective Marking Scheme (GPMS). A key aspect is the reduction in the number of security classifications used. All bidders should make themselves aware of the changes as it may impact this requirement. This link provides information on the GSC at: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-security-classifications Cyber Essentials is a mandatory requirement for Central Government contracts which involve handling personal information or provide certain ICT products/services. Government is taking steps to reduce the levels of cyber security risk in its supply chain through the Cyber Essentials scheme. The scheme defines a set of controls which, when implemented, will provide organisations with basic protection from the most prevalent forms of threat coming from the internet. To participate in this procurement, bidders must be able to demonstrate they comply with the technical requirements prescribed by Cyber Essentials, for services under and in connection with this procurement. Refer to https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/information/cyber-essentials-faqs for more information. Some purchases under this framework Agreement may have requirements that can be met under this Framework Agreement but the purchase of which may be exempt from the Procurement Regulations (as defined in Attachment 1 – About the framework within the invitation to tender documentation). In such cases, Call-offs from this Framework will be unregulated purchases for the purposes of the Procurement Regulations, and the buyers may, at their discretion, modify the terms of the Framework and any Call-off Contracts to reflect that buyer’s specific needs. This procurement will be managed electronically via the eSourcing suite. This will be the route for sharing all information and communicating with bidders. If you have recently registered on the eSourcing suite for another CCS procurement you can use the same account for this new procurement. If not, you will first need to register your organisation on the portal. Use the following link for information on how register and use the eSourcing tool: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/esourcing-tool-guidance-for-suppliers For assistance please contact the eSourcing Help desk operated by email at eEnablement@crowncommercial.gov.uk or call 0345 410 2222. This procurement is being conducted under the Light Touch Regime (‘LTR’) and is therefore subject to limited regulation. It will be conducted in accordance with regulations 74 to 76 of PCR 2015, and relates to the legal services which are listed in Schedule 3 of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (PCR) 2015 as a specific service.

T22/23-051 Framework of Trainers for the Local Government Training Group (LGTG)

DECARBONISATION OF ESTATES FRAMEWORK - SBS 10504

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is to signal an intention to commence market engagement with those within the Decarbonisation of Estates market. Please complete and return the RFI (Request for Information). You will find a copy of the RFI on Contract Finder https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed47720a-9346-48cb-a87c-ce7553eacb1e alternatively a copy can be obtained by emailing nsbs.construction@nhs.net. Please return completed forms direct via e-mail to nsbs.construction@nhs.net by 5.00pm on Monday the 31st of July 2023. NHS Shared Business Services Limited (NHS SBS) reserves the right to withdraw this notice at any time. NHS SBS is not bound to accept any proposals submitted by Bidders and is not liable for any costs incurred as a result of Bidders engaging with this process. This early market engagement exercise does not guarantee that a Procurement will take place and NHS SBS reserves the right to defer from any Procurement entirely. NHS SBS intends to hold market engagement sessions during June and July 2023 with industry experts and suppliers interested in potentially bidding for the resulting Framework, please note, we will not review any RFI's received following these dates. The value in II.1.5 is an indicative value over 4 years from 1st July 2024. The date in II.3) is the estimated date of publication, please monitor Find a Tender Service https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Search for the publication of the relevant high value contract notice.

Care at Home Flexible Framework Agreement

Care at Home services provide personal care, including social and emotional support to enable people to continue or resume residing in their own home. The purpose of the service is to ensure quality of life for the individual, while enabling them to retain independence, Successful delivery of the service involves putting the person at the center of the decisions about the way they live and the support they want to receive.The strategic aim of shifting the balance of care and ‘Home First’ is highly dependent on delivering the right care at the right time in the right place. Care at Home services are particularly important to ensuring that more care and support is delivered at home or closer to home rather than in hospitals or other clinical settings. The service landscape is complex and must also support the key principles associated with the Self-Direct Support legislation ensuring that service users and carers have choice and control over how their care is delivered.

Unitas Contractor Support Framework (UN/2023/195*)

Lot 1 - Asbestos removal - up to 7 providers to be appointed

Young Carers Support Service

Nottinghamshire County Council (the Council) intends to commission a Framework Agreement for a Young Carers Support Service.The Framework Agreement will cover the County of Nottinghamshire, including the City of Nottingham. It will be available for any relevant public body to utilise within Nottinghamshire, including the following:• NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire• Nottinghamshire County Council• Nottingham City CouncilThe Service will deliver young carers support services for young people providing unpaid care. Support will be provided in a personalised, holistic fashion based on the presenting needs of the individual working in collaboration with a range of services and voluntary sector providers to meet needs and outcomes.The framework will run for an initial period of three years with a possible two-year extension.The initial Call-Off contract is expected to commence on 1st October 2023 and continue for four years. There is an option to extend for a further four years

Engineering Services Provider Framework Agreement

Engineering Services Provider Framework Agreement for Ship Design and Project Management Service in Support of Ship Construction Projects for Ferguson Marine (Port Glasgow) Limited

Provision of Supported Accommodation for Care Experienced Young People in the Falkirk Council area

Falkirk Council Children’s Service is seeking a provider(s) to deliver an alternative to continuing care and aftercare in an accommodation based resource. The provider will assist young people to gain the knowledge and skills necessary, and support them to make a successful transition to more independent living.The duration of the Framework is anticipated to be 4 years with the option of a further 3 annual extensions.

Maintenance and minor works - University of Aberdeen

This is an invitation to submit a proposal for Maintenance and Minor Works for 2 years commencing 1st August 2023 with the option to extend for 1 further period, of 2 years, subject to satisfactory annual review and mutual agreement.It is the intention of the University to establish a ranked framework agreement with a maximum of (3) three Contractors to work with the University’s Estates team.

Provision of Student Application Processing Services

The University of Stirling’s CMR directorate is seeking to establish a Framework Agreement for the provision of a Student Application Processing Services.

Orthotic Products

NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust) operates on behalf of the following organisations; -Aneurin Bevan University Local Health Board -Betsi Cadwaladr University Local Health Board -Cardiff and Vale University Local Health Board -Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board -Hywel Dda University Local Health Board -Swansea Bay University Health Board -Powys Teaching Local Health Board -Public Health Wales NHS Trust -Velindre University NHS Trust -Welsh Ambulance Services NHS Trust These organisations and their successors will have access to purchase from the proposed framework agreement. (WA Ref:131959)

Provision of Student Application Processing Services

The University of Stirling’s CMR directorate is seeking to establish a Framework Agreement for the provision of a Student Application Processing Services.

Maintenance and minor works - University of Aberdeen

This is an invitation to submit a proposal for Maintenance and Minor Works for 2 years commencing 1st August 2023 with the option to extend for 1 further period, of 2 years, subject to satisfactory annual review and mutual agreement.It is the intention of the University to establish a ranked framework agreement with a maximum of (3) three Contractors to work with the University’s Estates team.

Employability Support Services - Five Stage Pipeline Approach

The framework recognises the need to better support disadvantaged groups to move towards and into employment. This has to start withgreater focus on early engagement, assessment of support needs and effective action planning to more effectively tackle barriers that arepreventing individuals from participating in the labour market.Working in partnership we are seeking a range of diverse interventions to effectively engage with those furthest from the labour market,supporting individuals with multiple and often complex support needs. Services being procured will include motivation, confidence,personal development, one to one support, mentoring, group work, core skills, health, wellbeing and financial support interventions. It isenvisaged that some structured, accredited and project based activities will also be required. This Lot covers the spectrum of activities atStage 1 and 2 of the Employability Pipeline.

The Supply and Distribution of Fresh Bread & Morning Goods, Fresh Meat Products and Soft Drinks & Confectionery

LCC (Lancashire County Council) is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT to secure a single supplier and distribution lot for the supply of fresh bread, morning good and sweet baked products into over 500 sites throughout the council. These sites will include primary and high schools, care homes and civic sites.The duration of the framework agreement will be for an initial period of 1 year, with the council having the option to extend for any given period up to maximum of a further 12 months.The framework is estimated to be between £1,255,000 to £1,506,000 per annum for Lancashire County Council Spend (£2,510,000 to £3,012,000 over 2 years).The value of participation by the wider public sector is estimated to be between £0 to £251,000 per annum (£502,000 maximum over 2 years) - Please see section VI.3) - additional Information for further details regarding wider public sector participation.Tenderers should note, the value of this Lot may fluctuate and the annual/total value is not guaranteed.

Passenger Lifts Plus DPS

To establish a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for grounds maintenance services for members of the Northern Housing Consortium. The DPS will be available to be accessed by all current and future members of the Northern Housing Consortium. Further information on who can access the DPS is available at this linkhttps://consortiumprocurement.org.uk/framework-agreements/who-can-access/The DPS shall run for 10 years, from May 2023 to May 2033.The first stage of, and the initial on-boarding of suppliers onto the DPS, will take place between 26th June 2023 and 16th July 2023 . Applicants are required to complete the selection questionnaire (SQ) and submit this (with all supporting documents requested in the SQ) via the Delta portal. Applications will be evaluated accordingly, and successful. Applicants will be appointed to the DPS as an appointed supply partner. There will be no limit to the number of applicants that will be admitted to the DPS against each region, sector, and service category. New applicants can apply to join the DPS throughout the duration of theperiod via the SQ process. An outline of the categories to be covered by the DPS are as follows, further breakdowns of the categories are available within the procurement documents:Tier 1: Region:• national (coverage of all NUTS Level 2 Codes for England, Scotland and Northern Ireland,and geographic regions for Wales);Tier 2: Sector:Blue Light Services (including Ambulance, Fire and Police),• education (including Academy Trusts, Schools, Universities and Higher Education),• government bodies,• health (including Care Homes, Commissioning Bodies, Hospices, NHS Trusts),• housing associations, registered providers and ALMOs,• local authorities,• prison service;Tier 3: ServiceCategory 1- ConsultancyCategory 2- Design, Supply, Installation and/or Refurbishment Category 2.1-Passenger Lifts Category 2.2- Goods Lifts Category 2.3-Domestic Lifts Category 2.4- Escalators Category 2.5- Fully managed service including all of the aboveCategory 3-Servicing and Repair Category 3.1-Passenger Lifts Category 3.2- Goods Lifts Category 3.3-Domestic Lifts Category 3.4- Escalators Category 3.5- Fully managed service including all of the aboveCategory 4- Thorough Examinations (LOLER Inspections)Applicants are not restricted to the number of categories they wish to apply for and will be invited to select which category(s) they wish to apply for by completing the category application table within the procurement documents.The second stage is where appointed supply partners compete for members individual contracts, more commonly referred to as a further competition (also known as mini-tender) stage and consists of members refining the requirements for their specific contract.Following acceptance on to the DPS, supply partners will be invited to tender for all members’ further competitions under the region, sector, and service category(s) they have successfully applied for. The DPS includes terms and conditions for the second stage. Further competitions by way of a supply agreement but places no obligations on members to procure any services via the DPS. The DPS itself is not a contract and contracts (Supply Agreements) are only formed when services are called off by members under the DPS. The estimated value of the services to be procured for the entire duration of the DPS is anindicative amount and cannot be guaranteed.Further information can be found within the procurement documents as detailed in sectionI.3) of the notice.

Birmingham Childrens Safeguarding Partnership - Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS)

The DPS will be established for the following categories of training: - Attachment Theory and Brain Development - Child Sexual Exploitation: Tackling CSE in Birmingham - Child Sexual Exploitation: Advanced Level - Drugs and Alcohol—Delivering Brief Intervention - Understanding and Responding to Domestic Abuse and Coercive Control (Module 1) - Working with those who are, or may be Experiencing Domestic Abuse and Coercive Control (Module 2) - Understanding and responding to perpetrators of Domestic Abuse (Module 3) - Modern Slavery - Neglect and the Graded Care Profile - Raising Awareness of Female Genital Mutilation - Safeguarding Children and Young People with Disabilities - Safeguarding for Senior, Designated and Operational Managers - Understanding the Impact of Parents with Mental Health Conditions on Parenting and Children - Understanding the Strengthening Families Framework & Working in Core Groups - Working with Families who have disengaged- Working with Those Who Are, Or May Be Experiencing Domestic Abuse & Coercive Control - Working with Substance Misusing Parents - Working with people at risk of knife crime - Trauma Impact on young people- Learning from serious case reviews - Professional curiosity - Keeping children safe online - Contextual Safeguarding - Cultural Competence / Awareness Potential Suppliers may apply for admission for one or more of the categories and shall be invited to submit a tender for each specific contract at the time of tendering (call-off).The DPS is a two-stage process:• Stage 1 – Selection Stage – all Potential Suppliers must pass the criteria to be appointed to the DPS. • Stage 2 – Award Stage – There are two ways of making a call off from this arrangement as detailed below:-o Direct Awardo Mini Competition

Framework for the supply of Radiopharmaceuticals and Related Consumables - 2023

Suppliers must possess the ability and all applicable licences to obtain, store and deliver and dispose of Radiopharmaceutical Goods in accordance with Legislation, Regulation and Procedural Best Practice.Goods included within the scope of Lot 1: • Radio-active components; • Non-radioactive components (kits) for combination with a radioactive component; • Radionuclide generators;• Precursors used for radiolabelling other substances prior to administration. TERMS AND CONDITIONS / ACTIVITY BASED INCOME (ABI) The terms and conditions of this Agreement and any resulting call-off contract is appended to the ITT. These terms include provisions requiring the payment by the supplier of an ABI management charge in consideration of the award of this Agreement, the management and administration by HTE of the overall contract structure and associated documentation, as well as the requirement to submit regular management information to HTE. SUBMISSION OF EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST AND PROCUREMENTINFORMATION This exercise will be conducted on the HTE Bravo portal. Candidates wishing to be considered must register expressions of interest as follows: Register on the HTE portal at https://healthtrusteurope.bravosolution.co.uk. Login to the portal with username/password. Click the SQs/ITTs Open to All Suppliers link. These are the SQs/ITTs open to any registered supplier. Click on the relevant SQ/ ITT to access the content. Click the Express Interest button at the top of the page. This will move the SQ/ITT into your My SQs/My ITTs page. You can access any attachments by clicking Buyer Attachments in the SQ/ITT Details box. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the SQ/ITT. Submit your reply using the Submit Response button at the top of the page. If you require any further advice, contact the Bravo e- Tendering Help Desk at help@bravosolution.co.uk. Sid4Gov HTE utilises the sid4gov supplier information database. Candidates should register on sid4gov at https://sid4gov.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/organisation/register and submit their sid4gov company profile for publication on the database. Candidates already registered on sid4gov must ensure information is up to date. Where access to sid4gov is unavailable, please contact the sid4gov helpdesk at sid4gov@gps.gsi.gov.uk. Please note that sid4gov does not prepopulate any fields of the SQ on HTE's Bravo portal. Candidates must complete the Qualification & Technical Envelopes of the SQ in Bravo in full.

Furniture Services Framework 23-27

The consortium seek tender responses from bidders who are able to supply any product(s) that can achieve the core objective as described in the tender documents, this can include: Office: These are products that are designed for use in an office setting. Likely to include, but are not limited to: — desks e.g. with or without a swivel arm attachment, — chairs, — filing cabinets, — room/desk partitions, — cupboards. Home: these are products that are designed for use in residential properties. Likely to include, but are not limited to: — kitchen electrical appliances e.g. kettle, toaster, microwave, etc., — white goods e.g. washer, dryer, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, etc., — household electrical appliances e.g. irons, ironing boards, fans/heater, lamps, etc., — cookers/ovens, — bedroom furniture e.g. wardrobe, side tables, bookshelves, chest of draws, bedframes, etc. Specialist/communal areas: these are products that are designed for use in specialist residential/properties e.g. care homes or community-based support services. Likely to include, but are not limited to: — wipeable chairs — riser chairs — non-slip mats/rugs — wheeled trolleys/tables — medical cabinets, etc.

Children and Young People's Travel Service: Transport Services

Lot 1 will have a maximum of 20 successful tenderers on the Framework to deliver all the minibus contracts. Call off will be via further competition based on requirements, and individual requirements will be packaged based on needs. Lot 1 also has the option of a direct award where required, for example in urgent circumstances.

Highways Surfacing & Associated Civils Works Framework

The Surfacing Service Provider will undertake the delivery of carriageway resurfacing and highway improvements. the following core duties that the provider will be expected to provide are:• Preparation work such as road planning and disposal, including inert and hazardous (tar bound) materials• Surfacing and or reconstruction work to be carried out using a variety of bituminous materials and may include the installation of geotextiles.• Minor civils works and the adjustment of ironwork.• Provision of traffic management• Replacement of road markings and road studsAll the above will be inclusive of the provision of labour, supervision, materials (including waste), temporary works, plant, traffic management, tipping, landfill tax and other charges, overhead charges and profit as well as the general liabilities, obligations and risks arising out of the conditions of contract.The contract will be in place and ready to start service delivery 1st April 2024 to ensure business continuity.The procurement process being used is the Competitive Procedure with Negotiation.All communication during this procurement process must be via the portal www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.ukThis is a single supplier framework contract.

Highways Surface Dressing Framework

The Surface Dressing single provider framework is for the delivery of in year preparatory works, traffic management, surface dressing, and the reinstatement of road markings associated with the delivery of the Authority’s annual surface dressing programme.Surface Dressing will be carried out as part of a planned programme of work to include multiple site's/ locations across the Authority. A variety of aggregates and binders will be required to meet the individual characteristics of each site in line with design guidance set out in Road Note 39.3.23 The following core duties that the provider will be expected to provide are:• Delivery of Surface Dressing in accordance with Road Note 39• Other Surface treatments, Micro Asphalt, Slurry Sealing etc• Preparation works• Reinstatement of road markings• Associated traffic managementAll the above will be inclusive of the provision of labour, supervision, materials (including waste), temporary works, plant, traffic management, tipping, landfill tax and other charges, overhead charges and profit as well as the general liabilities, obligations and risks arising out of the conditions of contract.The contract will be in place and ready to start service delivery 1st April 2024 to ensure business continuity.This is a Framework single supplier contract. The procurement process being used will be the Competitive with Negotiation procedure.Please refer to the tender documentation for a more detailed understanding of the requirement, the process and the evaluation criteria.

Framework for the supply of Radiopharmaceuticals and Related Consumables - 2023

HTE is undertaking central purchasing body activities in carrying out this tender exercise by virtue of its partnership with MSE. Notwithstanding HTE's relationship with MSE, it is HTE conducting this tender exercise and all enquiries should be directed to HTE as confirmed in Section 1 above. MSE and not HTE will execute the resultant framework agreement with successful bidders. The bodies to whom the use of this Agreement will be open include all contracting authorities in the UK as defined in Regulation 2 of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 as may be updated from time to time. In particular, the following entities in the UK (particularly those of a health and/or social care nature) are envisaged as Agreement users: Public sector classification guide and forward work plan - Office for National Statistics (ons.gov.uk) To view the list use the downloadable spreadsheet. This list includes each organisation’s successors and assigns, any equivalent organisations and associated organisation created due to any organisational changes. This Agreement will be open to any bodies or organisations operating in the UK of a health, and/or social care nature or which have a similar procurement need, and/or any UK based central government authority listed at Annex I of Directive 2014/24/EU, in respect of any goods or services to any of the above listed organization

Contrast Media

1. The contracting authority reserves the right to use an electronic reverse auction. 2. If and when this requirement is offered for tender, this may be done in whole or in part via electronic means using the internet. 3. The contracting authority is not bound to award a contract in whole or part. 4. The contracting authority will not bear the tender costs of any of the tenderers. 5. In reference to I.1.9 (Variants) to the extent permitted, if at all, in the tender documents. 6. This notice is being placed by NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership – Procurement Services. For the purpose of this procurement, the awarding authority will be Velindre NHS Trust. 7. This advertisement is placed by NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership - Procurement Services on behalf of participating LHB's/Trusts in Wales for the totality of those LHB/Trust specific contractual arrangements. 8. The Framework to be let for 48 months

Building Consultancy Services Framework

NEPO232 Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure

The Council have opted to procure the NEPO232 EV charging Infrastructure Framework Contract under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (PCR15) competitive negotiated procedure. This procedure has been adopted due to the operational and commercial complexities of procuring such a Framework Contract. However, in accordance with the procedure, NEPO reserves the right to accept the initial Tender without further negotiation. Tenderers should note that any negotiation permitted is in the absolute discretion of NEPO. The Council retains absolute discretion in deciding whether any changes will be implemented, and Tenderers should therefore be prepared to sign up to the tender as drafted.Any resulting Framework Contract will consist of:The Contract Particulars (to be filled in with the relevant details following Framework Contract award); The Framework Agreement for EV Charging Infrastructure; andThe Invitation to Tender; andThe successful Tender documentationThe Framework Contract will be subject to English law and the exclusive jurisdiction of the English Courts.Any Framework Contract award will be conditional on the Framework Contract being approved in accordance with the Council's internal procedures and the Council being generally able to proceed and will allow the standstill period of a minimum of 10 calendar days to elapse before sending confirmation of Framework Contract Award to the successful supplier.The Council communicate through the Open e-tendering system; therefore, all correspondence regarding this Tender will be issued to the named person registered on Open. It is the Contractor's responsibility to ensure the correct named person is registered on Open.https://www.open-uk.orgTenders must be submitted using the link above. Tenders submitted via postal, or email methods will not be accepted.If you need technical assistance from the Open Support team, this can be requested via open.support@nepo.orgPLEASE NOTE: Open is accessible 24/7 however, technical support is available Monday - Thursday 8:30 - 5pm and Friday 8.30 - 4.30pmIf you need some guidance on how to submit your response through Open, please visit https://www.open-hub.org/training to access the available Training Guides.

Framework for Professional Audio Equipment

Details of goods can be found within the tender documentation.

Provision of Cloud Based Youth Offending System for Birmingham Childrens Trust (BCT)

To complete youth justice business effectively, efficiently, and professionally, we would require the following from the chosen system (please note that the below list is not exhaustive):• The system shall be compliant will current Youth Justice Board data schemas and reporting requirements and the supplier must demonstrate a forward plan for remaining compliant over time.• Proven track record of being compliant with YJB requirements over the last 2 years• Able to monitor caseloads and support practitioners and managers to effectively manage caseloads and pending workload. Simple reporting and extraction of management information.• Ability to handle multiple teams and workers working across multiple teams.• Ability to handle multiple managers in a single team allowing countersigning across the management team.• Specifically designed for Youth Offending Teams (YOT) to record all aspects of youth justice case management in a dynamic manner. • Reuses information throughout the system, reducing duplications and the need for extra work by the Service.• Fully meet the requirements of the current YJB AssetPlus framework allowing YOT to YOT transfers, where CMS allows this.• Fully meet the requirements of the YJB connectivity framework for transfer of information to the Ministry of Justice’s Youth Custody Service. • YJMIS data extract tool with error checking and data cleaning within the system.• Clear identification of errors within AssetPlus allowing case managers to easily rectify issues.• Easy integration with external systems and reporting products.• Enable Regulatory compliance• User friendly and customisable to meet the needs of the Service • Individualised and flexible configuration to allow/disallow access to parts of the system dependent upon role.• Allow easy cross referencing of AssetPlus records between children and families • Safe space for containing victim information that is not mixed with offending cohort data including ability to retain anonymised data.• Ability to deal with retention and deletion of records with minimal manual involvement.• Ability for read-only access• Compatible with currently supported versions of major web browsers

Internal and External Audit Services

The provision of Internal Audit ServicesThe appointed Provider will work in partnership with Magenta Living to deliver continuous improvement through the introduction of internal and external good practice and innovation, adding value through its experience of delivering services of the nature and specialism required, whilst still retaining the responsibility to ensure correct levels of controls, checks and balances to meet the requirements of the Organisation’s governance requirements and compliance with the regulatory framework.

CPU 3743 Tree Services Framework

Lot 1 provides the specification for day-to-day tree works for the service. It is expected that Service Providers adhere to i) the specific instructions provided in any Works Order; ii) these specifications; and iii) the guidance of BS3998, in this descending order, to fulfil any Call-Off Contract made under this Framework Agreement.

3662/AMRC/MY/23 - Project Management Training (8 Lots) Framework

This framework requires experts in Project management. The requirement is to support the AMRC teams in the development and delivery of an expanding suite of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) training courses on various aspects of project management.

Framework Agreement for the Provision of Day Opportunities Round 2

Nottinghamshire County Council (the Council) intends to expand on a new Framework Agreement for Day Opportunities, which will replace the existing accredited list of day service Providers. The Framework Agreement is commissioned under the Light Touch Regime 74 -77 Public Contracts Regulations 2015. All Providers currently delivering or intending to deliver services detailed within the updated Specification (Part 3 – Specification) must apply to be on the new Framework Agreement.Day Opportunities are commonly referred to as day services or day service opportunities. A Day Opportunity is defined as a service or community activity provided for the purpose of delivering outcomes specified in an individual’s support plan. Evidence suggests that the achievement of the outcomes can lead to increased independence and improved health and wellbeing for individuals.

IF029 - Software Systems Engineers Framework

Software Systems Engineers Framework. The Contract is split into four (4) lots. These being; • Lots 1-3 - Software System Engineers Service • Lot 4 - Software System Engineers Specialist Support Service. See Specification for further information.

CT2945 Legal Services Framework

Lot 1: CommercialThe Council expects the following services from Service Providers to include but is not limited to: Public law, Corporate law, Commercial contracts, Finance law and financial services law, Intellectual property, IT, Procurement, FOISA, Data protection, RIPSA and RIPA, Commercial and Pensions.

Grounds Maintenance Services Framework

Trust is seeking to appoint contractors to provide grounds maintenance services to sheltered housing development locations throughout mainland Scotland. The grounds maintenance services will include works on grassed areas, shrubs, hedges, trees, hard landscaped areas, gravel areas as well as litter and leaf removal.The framework is split into 8 Lots based on geographical location to cover Trust’s Scotland-wide development portfolio including the Highlands, Borders and the Isle of Arran. The intention is for a single contractor to be appointed on each lot with the other ranked bidders retained as back-up options.

Electrical Vehicle Charging Point Framework (Lots 1-3)

Craigdale HA Maintenance Framework 2023

The work to be undertaken comprises the provision of reactive and planned maintenance works to approximately 429 new build, tenement, terraced or cottage houses/ flats, offices and associated roofs/ common areas throughout the properties of Craigdale Housing Association, within Glasgow G45.The initial contract period will be 1st August 2023 to 31st July 2024, with options to extend the framework contract solely at the Employer’s discretion on an annual basis thereafter to 31st July 2027.The successful Candidate will be one of a number of Framework contractors responsible for [sharing] reactive and planned maintenance repair works throughout the Employer’s properties.Trades are to be provided for the following works Framework Lots: 1 Multi Trade; 2 Out of Hours; 3 Builderwork; 4 Communications; 5 Electrical; 6 Joinery; 7 Plumbing; 8 Roofing & Roughcasting; 9 Painting & Decorationg; 10 Glazing; 11 Finishes; 12 Blacksmith; 13 Medical adaptations; and 14 Voids

CT2945 Legal Services Framework

The City of Edinburgh Council’s in-house legal team provides advice and support on all legal matters relating to the Council. The team instructs external firms where it has insufficient capacity or where particular specialist advice is required. The Council wishes to appoint a number of suitably qualified and experienced law firms (“Service Providers”) to a six lot Framework Agreement to carry out legal services for the City of Edinburgh Council and other named Scottish local authorities. The type and volume of advice required may fluctuate during the period of the Contract.

RBGKEW1191 Event Lighting, Production & Broadcasting Services Framework

Provision of temporary lighting for events and festivals held at Kew Gardens

IF029 - Software Systems Engineers Framework