Carmarthenshire County Council has launched a comprehensive Print & Signage Framework worth £800,000 (excl. VAT) covering six specialist lots across an 8-year maximum term.

Key Details:

• South West Wales coverage (Carmarthenshire focus)
• April 2026 - April 2029 initial term (3 years, extendable to 8 years maximum)
• Tender notice publication: 19 September 2025
• Participation deadline: 21 October 2025 (2:00pm)
• Award decision: 13 March 2026
• Maximum 8 suppliers per lot, competitive flexible procedure

Six Specialist Lots Available:

• Lot 1: Digital & Litho Print (business cards, flyers, booklets)
• Lot 2: Printed Envelopes (C5/C4/DL with insignia)
• Lot 3: Promotional Items (pens, mugs, lanyards, umbrellas)
• Lot 4: NCR Sets (with variable data and numbering)
• Lot 5: Vehicle Graphics (vinyl lettering to full wraps)
• Lot 6: Large Format & Signage (banners, displays, external signs)

This substantial framework represents an excellent opportunity for print and signage specialists to secure long-term work with a major Welsh local authority. SMEs are particularly encouraged to participate, and suppliers can bid for one, several, or all lots depending on their capabilities.

At LMB Procurement, I specialise in supporting businesses to navigate complex framework tenders. With this competitive flexible procedure requiring participation requests followed by final tender submissions, and the potential for framework reopening to new suppliers, I'm here to help you craft compelling responses that demonstrate your technical expertise and capacity to deliver across multiple specialisms, ensuring your bid maximises success in this lucrative Welsh public sector opportunity.

Rooftop Housing Group has launched a major 10-year Grounds Maintenance Contract worth £7,000,000 (excl. VAT) covering properties across Worcestershire and Gloucestershire.

Key Details:

• Worcestershire and Gloucestershire coverage
• April 2026 - March 2036 duration (10 years maximum)
• Bid deadline: 2 October 2025 (12:00pm)
• Award criteria: 40% Price, 40% Quality (Method Statement), 20% Quality (Interview)
• Enquiry deadline: 24 September 2025 (12:00pm)
• Award decision: 15 January 2026

This substantial contract represents a significant opportunity for grounds maintenance providers looking to secure long-term work with a leading housing group, delivering comprehensive grounds maintenance services across their extensive property portfolio.

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, and with interview assessments forming part of the evaluation process, there's an opportunity to showcase your expertise and commitment to service excellence in the housing sector.

At LMB Procurement, I specialise in supporting businesses to navigate the tendering process. With method statements and interviews required for this comprehensive grounds maintenance contract, I'm here to help you prepare compelling responses that demonstrate your technical capabilities, health & safety expertise, and understanding of housing association requirements to ensure your bid stands out in this competitive process.

Breckland District Council is conducting market engagement for a Reactive Building Repairs and Maintenance Contract worth £174,000 (inc. VAT) across their 500 square mile Norfolk district.

Key Details:

• Norfolk coverage across 5 market towns (Dereham, Attleborough, Swaffham, Thetford, Watton)
• March 2026 - February 2028 initial term (possible extension to February 2030)
• Expression of interest deadline: 24 September 2025 (9:00am)
• One-to-one engagement sessions: 6 October & 9 October 2025
• Questionnaire deadline: 26 September 2025 (9:00am)
• Contract value below procurement threshold

Service Requirements:

• Carpentry repairs and brickwork/blockwork
• Basic plumbing (taps, cisterns, toilet seats)
• Groundworks (fencing, drainage, clearance)
• Basic roofing repairs (leaks, guttering)
• Paving, pathways, and concreting

This contract represents an excellent opportunity for local building maintenance contractors to secure steady work across council commercial and residential properties. SMEs are particularly encouraged, and the rural nature of the district means understanding local geography and responsive service delivery will be key differentiators.

The pre-market engagement sessions offer valuable insights into council requirements and expectations, with limited slots available on a first-come, first-served basis.

At LMB Procurement, I specialise in helping contractors navigate public sector opportunities. With questionnaires to complete and face-to-face engagement sessions forming part of this process, I'm here to help you prepare compelling responses that demonstrate your local knowledge, technical capabilities, and understanding of reactive maintenance requirements to position your business strongly for the formal tender when it launches.

Lawrence Sheriff School has launched a comprehensive School Cleaning Contract worth £1,100,000 (excl. VAT) for their outstanding-rated grammar school in Rugby, Warwickshire.

Key Details:

• Rugby, Warwickshire location (1,200 students, Years 7-13)
• January 2026 - December 2029 initial term (possible extension to December 2031)
• Bid deadline: 26 September 2025 (12:00pm)
• Award criteria: 75% Quality (Technical/Professional), 25% Cost
• Enquiry deadline: 26 September 2025 (12:00pm)
• Award decision: 10 November 2025

Contract Requirements:

• Daily term-time cleaning plus holiday deep cleans
• Fixed price with guaranteed input hours
• TUPE applies with LGPS pension considerations
• Admitted Body Status (ABS) required
• Monthly management reporting and open book policy
• Environmental sustainability and carbon neutral initiatives

This substantial contract represents an excellent opportunity for experienced cleaning contractors with strong secondary education sector credentials. The school specifically seeks providers with Midlands operational bases and demonstrated experience in similar-sized educational establishments.

SMEs are encouraged to participate, and with quality weighted at 75%, there's significant opportunity to differentiate through technical expertise, innovation, and understanding of educational cleaning requirements.

At LMB Procurement, I specialise in supporting cleaning contractors navigate complex educational tenders. With TUPE considerations, pension obligations, and the emphasis on environmental sustainability and innovation, I'm here to help you craft compelling technical responses that demonstrate your educational sector experience and ability to deliver comprehensive cleaning solutions while meeting the school's exacting standards for this prestigious grammar school contract.

West Midlands Ambulance Service University NHS FT has launched a Windscreen Glass, Associated Products & Fitting Services Contract worth £141,000 (excl. VAT) to support their critical emergency vehicle fleet.

Key Details:

• West Midlands coverage (Trust HQ: Brierley Hill)
• December 2025 - December 2028 initial term (possible extension to December 2030)
• Bid deadline: 3 October 2025 (12:00pm)
• Award criteria: 60% Quality (Technical), 30% Price, 10% Social Value & Sustainability
• Enquiry deadline: 3 October 2025 (12:00pm)
• Award decision: 22 December 2025

Service Requirements:

• Windscreen replacement and associated glass products
• Vehicle maintenance services for ambulance fleet
• Emergency response capability essential
• Quality and reliability paramount for patient safety

This contract represents a vital opportunity for automotive glass specialists to support one of the UK's largest ambulance services. With emergency vehicles requiring immediate roadside assistance and depot-based services, providers must demonstrate robust coverage, rapid response capabilities, and understanding of NHS operational requirements.

The emphasis on technical quality (60% weighting) reflects the critical nature of maintaining emergency vehicle safety standards, while the social value component offers opportunities to showcase community benefits and sustainability initiatives.

At LMB Procurement, I specialise in supporting automotive service providers navigate NHS tenders. With the unique challenges of emergency vehicle maintenance, strict quality standards, and the need for 24/7 availability, I'm here to help you craft compelling technical responses that demonstrate your capability to maintain ambulance fleet safety while delivering value and community benefits to this essential NHS Trust.