Open tenders

Fareham Borough Council · South East England

Fareham Borough Council is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced contractors for the proposed Arcading refurbishment of Fareham Shopping Centre, with an estimated project value of £6.5M. The project forms part of the Council's wider regeneration ambitions for Fareham Town Centre, aimed at improving the shopping environment, enhancing the visitor experience and supporting the long-term vitality and attractiveness of the town centre. The proposed works involve the refurbishment and enhancement of internal shopping malls, public circulation areas, communal facilities and entrances. Operational and delivery requirements Fareham Shopping Centre is an operational retail destination, accommodating multiple commercial occupiers and receiving regular public footfall. A key requirement of the project will be the successful delivery of construction works while maintaining the safe and effective operation of the shopping centre. The Council is therefore particularly interested in contractors who can demonstrate experience in: • Delivering refurbishment works within occupied and operational retail or commercial environments. • Developing and implementing phased construction programmes to minimise disruption to retailers, customers and other building users. • Maintaining safe public access, pedestrian circulation, emergency escape routes and servicing arrangements throughout construction. • Planning and undertaking works outside normal trading hours, including evenings, nights and weekends, where necessary. • Managing construction logistics, deliveries, waste removal, temporary hoardings and site segregation within constrained and publicly accessible environments. • Coordinating works with shopping centre management, tenants, facilities management teams and other stakeholders. • Managing health and safety, noise, dust, vibration and other construction impacts within a live environment. • Delivering high-quality finishes while maintaining programme, cost and quality controls. The Council is particularly interested in engaging contractors with demonstrable experience in delivering refurbishment projects of a similar nature, scale and complexity within live, operational shopping centres or comparable high-footfall commercial environments.

South Lanarkshire Council · Scotland

South Lanarkshire Council's Housing and Technical Resources, Building Services require to appoint a suitably qualified contractor to provide specialist house cleaning, clearance and disposal services within properties throughout South Lanarkshire. The Contractor will be required to deliver a responsive and professional service to address a range of circumstances, including properties affected by trauma incidents, hoarding, abandonment, tenancy changes and environmental neglect. Services shall be carried out in accordance with all relevant legislation, health and safety requirements and waste disposal regulations. The scope of the services include, but is not limited to:- - Full property clearance, cleaning and disinfection services, including the removal, transportation and lawful disposal of furniture, household contents and general waste. - General cleaning services to bring properties to an acceptable standard for occupation, inspection for handover. - Specialist cleaning, sanitisation and decontamination involving the removal and safe disposal of body fluids, biological matter and other hazardous materials. - Garden clearance services, including the removal and disposal of green waste, fly-tipped materials, general waste and Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) where required. The Contractor shall provide all necessary labour, vehicles, equipment, consumables and disposal arrangements necessary to deliver the services in a safe, efficient and environmentally responsible manner.

Scottish Water · Scotland

Scottish Water is seeking to establish a multi-supplier Framework Agreement for the provision of Motor Control Centres (MCCs), Instrumentation, Control and Automation (ICA), Systems Integration (SI) and ICA maintenance and support services. The Framework will provide a flexible, scalable and resilient route to market for electrical, control, automation and Operational Technology (OT) requirements across Scottish Water's water and wastewater assets, supporting capital delivery, asset renewal and operational requirements.<br/><br/>The Framework will be divided into three Lots, with multiple suppliers appointed to each Lot: Lot 1 – Integrated MCC, ICA and Systems Integration; Lot 2 – Systems Integration and Automation Services; and Lot 3 – ICA Maintenance, Minor Works and Support. Suppliers may apply for one, several or all Lots. Depending on the nature, value, complexity and risk of each requirement, call-offs may be for fully integrated end-to-end solutions, standalone equipment supply or discrete specialist services. The Framework will be available for use by Scottish Water and its appointed Delivery Vehicles. <br/><br/>Call-off contracts may be awarded by direct award or by mini-competition between the suppliers appointed to the relevant Lot(s), in accordance with the Framework Agreement. Scottish Water gives no guarantee of the volume or value of work to be called off under the Framework or any Lot. The estimated value stated in the Contract Notice is the maximum anticipated value over the full Framework term and is indicative only.<br/><br/>The Framework will be based on NEC4 terms. Call-off contracts may be placed under the NEC4 Professional Service Short Contract, the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Short Contract or Scottish Water Purchase Order Conditions, as appropriate to the requirement and Lot being engaged.<br/><br/>Suppliers must maintain all relevant certifications, standards and regulatory compliance throughout the Framework term. MCC assemblies must comply with the current edition of the BS EN IEC 61439 series, including Parts 1 and 2. As a designated Operator of Essential Services, Scottish Water will require suppliers to support its obligations under the Network and Information Systems (NIS) Regulations, including secure-by-design engineering, OT cyber security controls, vulnerability management, personnel assurance and cyber assurance activities. Suppliers must be able to work safely within live operational environments forming part of Critical National Infrastructure, and bidders will be assessed on their capability to undertake the relevant CDM duty holder role(s) for each Lot.<br/><br/>Scottish Water is seeking suppliers who will work collaboratively as long-term delivery partners, including early engagement in project development, design and buildability reviews, accurate lead time and pipeline information, and support for standardisation, innovation, whole-life value and carbon reduction. Performance will be managed through key performance indicators, regular reporting and continuous improvement.<br/><br/>It is estimated the Framework Agreement will start in April 2027 and run for an initial term of 6 years. Scottish Water may extend it by up to 3 further periods of 2 years each. The maximum duration, including all extensions, is 12 years, ending March 2039. Scottish Water may use each extension at its discretion, depending on supplier performance, continued value for money and business needs.

Danes Educational Trust · British Oversea Territories; Channel Islands; Europe; Isle of Man; Rest of the World; United Kingdom

Catering Services Opportunity Invitation to Tender - Catering Services Across 13 Schools within Danes Educational Trust Danes Educational Trust is seeking to appoint an exceptional, innovative and collaborative catering partner to deliver high-quality catering services across its family of 13 schools, comprising 6 Primary Schools and 7 Secondary Schools. As a dynamic and ambitious Multi Academy Trust, Danes Educational Trust is committed to providing outstanding educational environments where pupils and students can flourish. The Trust recognises the vital role that food, nutrition and the dining experience play in supporting wellbeing, educational outcomes and the development of healthy lifelong habits. Consequently, the Trust is seeking a catering provider that shares its vision, values and commitment to excellence. The successful catering partner will be responsible for delivering fresh, nutritious and appealing food offers that meet the diverse needs of pupils, students and staff across both primary and secondary settings. The Trust is looking for a provider that will move beyond traditional school catering models, bringing innovation, creativity and commercial expertise to create vibrant and engaging dining experiences that increase participation and enhance customer satisfaction. Menus should offer a range of contemporary, nutritious and appealing choices that reflect current food trends whilst remaining fully compliant with School Food Standards. The successful provider will be expected to continually evolve and develop its offer, ensuring that food provision remains relevant, exciting and responsive to the feedback of students, pupils and staff. Food safety and allergen management are of paramount importance to the Trust. Bidders must clearly demonstrate that allergen awareness, risk management and food safety are embedded throughout their organisation and form part of the company's culture and operational DNA. The Trust expects robust allergen controls, comprehensive staff training, effective communication processes and industry-leading systems to protect those with dietary requirements and food allergies. Danes Educational Trust is seeking more than a contractor; it is looking for a genuine strategic partner that will work collaboratively with school leaders and stakeholders to support wider educational objectives, engage with pupils and students, promote healthy eating, support sustainability initiatives and contribute positively to each school's culture and community. Bidder Requirements Prospective bidders must be able to demonstrate: • Significant experience delivering catering services within a Multi Academy Trust environment. • A successful track record of operating across multiple school locations under a single contract structure. • Proven experience catering for both Primary and Secondary Schools, with a clear understanding of the differing requirements, dining patterns and expectations of each phase. • The capability and resources to successfully manage catering services across 13 schools comprising 6 Primary Schools and 7 Secondary Schools. • Strong evidence of increasing meal uptake, enhancing customer satisfaction and delivering excellent value for money. • Full compliance with all relevant legislation relating to food safety, nutrition, employment, safeguarding, health and safety, and allergen management. • Robust allergen management systems, procedures and training programmes embedded throughout the organisation. • A commitment to innovation through menu development, themed events, promotional activities and customer engagement initiatives. • Proven mobilisation and change management expertise to ensure a seamless transition from any incumbent provider. • Financial stability and the ability to invest in continuous service improvement, training, technology and innovation throughout the contract term. • Demonstrable commitment to sustainability, food provenance, waste reduction and supporting environmental objectives. Partnership Expectations The appointed provider will be expected to: • Deliver consistently high standards of food quality and customer service. • Work in partnership with school leaders, Trust representatives and key stakeholders. • Engage regularly with pupils, students and staff to shape and improve the catering offer. • Support food education, health and wellbeing initiatives across the Trust. • Maintain outstanding standards of food safety, allergen management and compliance. • Drive continuous improvement and innovation throughout the contract term. • Create welcoming dining environments that encourage healthy eating habits and increase participation. Contract Opportunity The contract will be awarded for an initial term of three years, with the option, at the Trust's discretion, to extend for a further two years based on successful performance, service quality and continued alignment with the Trust's strategic objectives. This represents an exciting opportunity for an experienced and forward-thinking catering organisation to partner with Danes Educational Trust and play a central role in enhancing the daily experience of pupils, students and staff across its schools. The Trust welcomes interest from dynamic, ambitious and education-focused catering providers capable of delivering a service that reflects the values, aspirations and excellence expected throughout the Trust. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA18527. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA18527 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

Kier Transportation - CP7 NWC · North West

The planned introduction of longer train services to the Airport in response to future demand growth will mean that double stacking arrangements of trains as currently used will no longer be viable.Through the project's Delivery Steering Group, Northern and TransPennine Express have carried out analysis which has identified that additional platform capacity is needed at the airport in order to realise the full benefit of longer train services serving the airport. The scheme is part of a package of proposed measures in the Manchester area that are being designed/planned to boost capacity and resilience, emanating from the Cross Manchester Capacity and Reliability Improvement Study. Improving the operation of train services in the centre of Manchester and providing further capacity at Manchester Airport station, aligns with the strategic aims of Network Rail, TfGM, TfN and the wider industry. This project in in Tranche 1 of the Manchester and North West Transformation Programme (MNTP): A remodelling of the station at Manchester Airport, specifically a platform addition or extension of multiple platforms, or provision of a new turnback facility, will be essential to accommodate the planned implementation of longer rolling stock services. The redevelopment of these platforms will enable permissive working of two 6x24m (144m) trains, in two of the four platforms at the Airport Station. This will allow for the unaltered retention of all existing TOC services both originating and terminating at the Airport Station under 'double-stacking' conditions. The scope areas for this package are as follows: -Preparation and cleaning of exposed contiguous piled retaining wall faces. -Supply and installation of mesh reinforcement, anchor bars and injection mortar. -Supply, delivery, application, curing and finishing of sprayed concrete (shotcrete). -Formation and sealing of expansion and construction joints. -Protection of adjacent assets from rebound, overspray and damage. -Testing, inspection, quality assurance and handover documentation. -Removal and disposal of rebound material, washout and associated waste. -Working within a live rail and airport environment in accordance with all project and Network Rail requirements.

Orkney Islands Council · Scotland

Orkney Islands Council ("the Authority") has a requirement for the provision of kerbside collections and associated services, the majority of these provided as a statutory requirement under the Environmental Protection Act 1990 (As Amended), for domestic and commercial wastes arising on the Islands of Eday, Sanday, Stronsay, Westray, North Ronaldsay, Papa Westray, Rousay, Egilsay and Wyre within the Orkney Island Group.

Leighton Linslade Town Council · England

This is an excellent opportunity to work with the award winning Leighton Linslade Town Council running our waste contract across 5 sites in our portfolio. The successful bid must align with our commitment to Carbon Neutrality by 2030 with all our suppliers being committed to reduce their carbon footprint. We are a Town Council who prides themselves on our Biodiversity and Ecology work and the new waste contractor must also be able to demonstrate their work around protecting the environment for future generations to enjoy. We expect consideration within the bid for alternatives to landfill and this will weigh heavily in our decision making process. The bid must understand the the changing seasons and be adaptable as our waste collection demands change accordingly. We are a Town Council who's portfolio is growing so our new contractor must be able to grow with us should we take on more land and sites during the contract period. All bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope and addressed to Richard Davis, Head of Grounds and Environmental Services, Leighton Linslade Town Council, Hockliffe Street, LU7 1HD For an informal discussion please contact Richard Davis on 07960873551 or email richard.davis@leightonlinslade-tc.gov.uk

Merseyside Waste Disposal Authority · North West

Provision of three hire vehicle for use by Members of Authority staff to travel to and from MWDA's facilities. Further details are provided in the Specification within the Tender documents.

Loreburn Housing Association · Scotland

The kitchen upgrades comprise the replacement of existing kitchens, the supply and installation of wall cabinets and base units, laminate worktops with mitred joints, sinks with single level mixer taps and relevant waste fittings. The works will also comprise wall boarding above worktops and to the underside of wall cabinets, all as detailed within the Employers Requirements. The bathroom upgrades comprise the replacement of existing bathroom /wet floor room installations, the supply and installation of new shower screens, electrical showers, extractor fans, IP rated LED light fitting and all associated multi-trades works. The works will also comprise wet wall board finishes all as detailed within the Employers Requirements.

Highland Council · Scotland

Haulage of Food Waste from Longman Waste Transfer Station to Treatment facility.

Zero Waste Scotland Ltd · UK

Zero Waste Scotland is seeking an innovative technology solution that helps businesses demonstrate the commercial value of circular economy practices and attract investment. Existing assessment tools often overlook benefits including (but not limited to) supply chain resilience, resource security, customer retention and reduced exposure to market shocks. We are looking for an intuitive, evidence-based tool that integrates the wider benefits into business and investment decisions, while generating insights to inform future support and policy development. The solution should build business and investor confidence, help accelerate adoption of circular practices and support Scotland's transition to a sustainable, circular economy.

St Anne's Catholic Primary School · British Oversea Territories; Channel Islands; Europe; Isle of Man; Rest of the World; United Kingdom

All interested catering providers will be required to comply fully with the terms, conditions, and requirements set out in the Invitation to Tender (ITT) documentation. Tenderers must demonstrate their ability to deliver a safe, compliant, and high-quality catering service that meets all relevant food safety and nutritional standards, provides excellent value for money, and contributes positively to the health, wellbeing, and dining experience of pupils, staff, and visitors. Providers should also demonstrate a strong commitment to sustainability through responsible sourcing, waste reduction, environmental management practices, and initiatives that support the School's wider sustainability objectives. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA18388. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA18388 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

Energy and Utility Skills Limited · British Oversea Territories; Channel Islands; Europe; Isle of Man; Rest of the World; United Kingdom

Energy & Utility Skills Group (EUSG) - as the sector's experts and leading voice on workforce development, training, competence, attraction and assurance - is seeking to appoint a strategic digital partner to design and deliver a new, sector-level digital platform. This platform will provide a unified, modern and data-rich entry point into the energy, water, and waste industries, enabling citizens, employers, training providers and partners to interact with the sector in a way that is intuitive, consistent, and fully aligned with future workforce needs. This platform will also provide unrivalled 'supply side' information to enable the EUSG, partners, and governments to strengthen national workforce planning. Additional information: 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.