Trade & Sanctions

Executive Order on 'Made in America' Claims Scrutiny

President Trump issued an Executive Order directing federal agencies, including the FTC, to increase scrutiny of "Made in America" claims. The order targets businesses making false or misleading claims and directs referrals for potential False Claims Act actions in government contract misrepresentations.

NIH Seeks Input on Proposed Clinical Trial Application Form

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking public input on a proposed new clinical trial-specific application form. This form aims to streamline the application process by consolidating information currently spread across multiple documents, potentially simplifying requirements for investigators and improving review efficiency.

Science Museum Group Security Services Tender

The Science Museum Group has issued a tender notice for security staffing services across its six sites. The estimated total value for the contract, which spans an initial 5 years with potential extensions, is £51,504,000 including VAT.

Contract Awarded for Tier 2 Dental Restorative Services in Sussex

NHS Sussex Integrated Care Board has awarded a contract for Tier 2 Dental Restorative Services to the incumbent provider. The contract is valued at £90,400 initially, with an option to extend, and is set to commence on April 1, 2026.

Contract Award Notice for Dental Services in Sussex

NHS Sussex Integrated Care Board has issued a contract award notice for Tier 2 Dental Restorative Services in Sussex. The contract, valued at £356,175 initially with potential extensions, is awarded to the incumbent provider under a direct award process.

Contract Waiver for Surgical Implant by Enovis Surgical GB Ltd

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust has issued a contract waiver notice for a surgical implant supplied by Enovis Surgical GB Ltd. The contract value is £13,752.16 including VAT and is for a duration of one month.

James Paget University Hospitals NHS Trust Contract Modification

The NHS Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board has published a modification notice regarding a contract with James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This notice updates details related to the contract for hospital and related services.

Contract Award: Public Conveniences Maintenance and Cleansing

Swale Borough Council has awarded a contract for the maintenance and cleansing of public conveniences. The award notice, published on March 18, 2026, details two lots for services commencing April 1, 2026, with varying contract lengths and extension options.

Playing Pitch Strategy Contract Awarded by Babergh and Mid Suffolk Councils

Babergh and Mid Suffolk Councils have awarded a contract for the development of a Playing Pitch Strategy to Knight Kavanagh & Page for £43,036. The contract aims to update sports provision data to support the councils' Joint Local Plan Review.

HFL Education IT Hardware Framework Contract Awarded

HFL Education has awarded a framework contract for IT hardware, equipment, peripherals, and end-of-life disposal services. The framework, available nationally, aims to provide educational institutions and businesses with best-value devices, primarily laptops and desktops.