Trade & Sanctions

Washroom Refurbishment Services Tender

Maiden Erlegh Trust has published a tender notice for washroom refurbishment services across its schools. The contract is valued at £0 and will be awarded through an open procedure, with a closing date of April 1, 2026. The opportunity is suitable for SMEs.

Tullie House Artist Curator Brief Opportunity

Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery Trust has published an open opportunity for an Artist Curator to create a sculptural installation. The contract is valued between £0 to £10,000 and closes for applications on April 20, 2026.

Merton Council seeks mechanical sweeper brushes

Merton Council has published a notice seeking suppliers for mechanical sweeper brushes, with an estimated contract value between £300,000 and £350,000. The tender closes on April 9, 2026, with the contract expected to start on May 22, 2026.

Mental Health Services Contract Market Engagement

Kent County Council has published a market engagement notice for future VCSE Led Mental Health Recovery and Prevention Services. The notice is open for bids until April 16, 2026, with engagement events scheduled for April 21-24, 2026. This is not a call for competition but an opportunity to gather insights for future service delivery.

Airport Civils Contract Opportunity

UK Power Network Services Limited has published a contract opportunity for airport civils and minor construction works, valued between £10M and £20M. The deadline for submissions is 17 March 2026, with the contract set to begin on 1 October 2026.

Marketing Agency Procurement Notice - Early Engagement

Health Innovation North East and North Cumbria (HI NENC) has published a procurement notice for marketing and communications services to support a new national programme aimed at increasing physical activity. Potential suppliers are invited to engage early, with a closing date for expressions of interest on 10 June 2026.

Southampton Christmas Lights Contract Opportunity

The UK Government has published a notice for an open procurement opportunity for the design, supply, installation, operation, maintenance, removal, and storage of Christmas lights in Southampton. The contract is valued at £300,000 and closes on April 7, 2026.

Sanctions: Ordinance against Iran amended

Switzerland's Federal Department of Economic Affairs amended annexes to the ordinance on measures against the Islamic Republic of Iran, effective March 10, 2026. The content of the list of goods in annex 3 was also completed. These amendments update existing sanctions measures.

UK Sanctions Enforcement: Cross-Government Strategic Approach

The UK government has published its strategic approach to sanctions enforcement, outlining key principles and the roles of various departments. This policy paper emphasizes the importance of strong compliance and details potential consequences for non-compliance.

City of Bradford Council Temporary Accommodation Contracts

The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council has published a contract notice for nightly paid temporary accommodation. Four contracts have been awarded to suppliers including Cambridge Hotel and Lodge Limited and The Park Hotel, with a total value of £300,000 including VAT.