Trade & Sanctions

Global Human Rights Sanctions Regulations 2020 Guidance

The UK Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) has updated its guidance on the Global Human Rights Sanctions Regulations 2020. The latest update from March 2026 clarifies technical changes related to the Sanctions (EU Exit) (Miscellaneous Amendments) (No.2) Regulations 2024, aiming to improve intelligence gathering, enforcement powers, and licensing efficiency.

Counter-Terrorism International Sanctions Guidance

The UK Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) has updated its guidance on Counter-Terrorism (International Sanctions) Regulations 2019. Recent updates clarify legislation, strengthen intelligence gathering, and enhance enforcement powers, with specific changes reflecting the Sanctions (EU Exit) (Miscellaneous Amendments) (No.2) Regulations 2024.

Central African Republic Sanctions Guidance

The UK's Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) has updated its guidance on the Central African Republic (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020. The latest update on March 17, 2026, reflects changes made by the Central African Republic (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) Regulations 2025 and other recent amendments, aiming to improve clarity, usability, and enforcement capabilities.

USITC Finds Silicon Metal Imports Injure U.S. Industry

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has determined that imports of silicon metal from Angola and Laos are injuring the U.S. industry. As a result, the U.S. Department of Commerce will issue antidumping and countervailing duty orders on these imports. The investigation concerning Thailand was terminated due to negligible imports.

Medical equipment procurement notice closing 6 April Ukraine

Medical equipment procurement notice closing 6 April Ukraine

Pumping Station Maintenance Contract Opportunity

The UK Government's Contracts Finder portal has published a notice for a pumping station maintenance contract. The opportunity is open to suppliers, with a closing date of April 9, 2026. The contract is for works and is suitable for SMEs.

DN Colleges Group RFQ for Learner Finder Service

DN Colleges Group has published a Request for Quote (RFQ) for a Learner Finder Service, with a closing date of April 7, 2026. This opportunity is open to all interested suppliers, including SMEs.

West of England Combined Authority - Underground Assets Data Transformation Procurement

The West of England Combined Authority (WECA) is seeking market insight for a future procurement related to underground digital infrastructure assets. Potential suppliers are invited to participate in a pre-market engagement survey, with a closing date of March 27, 2026. The tender is planned for early April 2026.

Building Cleaning Services Framework Market Engagement

The UK Government's Contracts Finder is seeking early engagement for a new Building Cleaning Services Framework. This market engagement process precedes the retender of an existing framework and will consider changes under the Procurement Act 2023. Potential suppliers are invited to register their interest by June 17, 2026.

DfE Renewal and Retrofit Programme Early Engagement Notice

The UK Department for Education (DfE) has published an early engagement notice for a potential new programme focused on the condition and sustainability of school buildings. The notice invites construction service and works suppliers to express interest in upcoming market engagement sessions and potential future procurements.