Management Advisory: Naval Special Warfare Command TBI Solutions Deficiency (DODIG-2026-074)
The DoD Office of Inspector General issued a final management advisory (Report No. DODIG-2026-074) evaluating the Naval Special Warfare Command's five proposed solutions to address operational deficiencies identified in traumatic brain injury (TBI) identification and evaluation procedures for Naval Special Warfare personnel. The advisory identifies concerns found during Project No. D2025-DEV0HB-0129.000 regarding the sufficiency of the proposed solutions.
Early Market Engagement on Health and Work Outcomes-Based Contracting
The Department of Health & Social Care (DHSC), working with NHS England, has issued an amended early market engagement notice inviting views on the design of Health and Growth outcomes-based contracts. The engagement deadline has been extended to 16 April 2026. This notice seeks input from potential service providers and investors on proposed pay-by-impact approaches to address health-related economic inactivity and support sustained employment.
Sexual Health Services Market Engagement Event - Invitation to Providers
Sheffield City Council issued a preliminary market engagement notice under the Procurement Act 2023 to inform potential providers about the upcoming procurement strategy for Sheffield Sexual Health Services. Two engagement events are scheduled: May 13, 2026 (11am-3pm) and May 18, 2026 (12:30-5pm) at Sheffield Town Hall. The estimated tender publication date is August 24, 2026, with contract performance planned from August 2027 to July 2032 (potential extension to July 2034).
Loan Management System Procurement £5,880,000
The British Business Bank published a tender notice for a Loan Management System valued at £5,880,000. The LMS is required to support direct lending operations and FCA approval for a subsidiary. The tender notice has been amended to reflect changes concerning the legal entity and includes an indicative price range.
Pensions Administration Software Corrigendum - Contract Value Updated to £3,091,925
Isle of Wight Council published a corrigendum to its pensions administration software procurement notice originally published in 2022. The notice corrects the contract value, updating it from £2,860,000 to £3,091,925, representing an 8.1% increase. The procurement was conducted via a Further Competition under the National LGPS Framework for Pensions Administration Software.
Peak District Aerial Works Contract Award - S.J. Contracting Services Ltd
The Peak District National Park Authority has awarded a contract to S.J. Contracting Services Limited for aerial transport services as part of moorland restoration works. The contract is valued at £170,688.12 including VAT and runs from April 2026 to March 2027, covering work packages in the Peak District area.
Kingston Children's Transport Services Contract Award - £2,878.57 to St Joseph's Travels
Royal Borough of Kingston has awarded a children's transport services contract to St Joseph's Travels. The contract is valued at £2,878.57 (excluding VAT) and was awarded through an open procurement procedure. The contracting authority is Sutton, Achieving for Children and Kingston, a regional or local authority providing general public services. Eight tenders were received for this contract.
April 2026 Taxi Contracts Worth £1.37m Awarded by East Riding of Yorkshire Council
East Riding of Yorkshire Council has published a contract award notice for taxi services valued at £1.37m. The April 2026 Taxi Contracts procurement covers 11 separate contract awards (references 1-11) for taxi services under CPV code 60120000. The contracts were awarded following a call for competition under reference 2368-28T. This is a routine public procurement announcement.
Contract Award Notice: Refurbishment Works (Procedure Discontinued)
Colney Heath Parish Council published a contract award notice for refurbishment works under open procurement procedure F03. The notice (Reference: 033015-2026) covers construction work under CPV code 45000000. The contract/lot was not awarded; the procurement procedure was discontinued for other reasons. A prior notice (2026/S 000-031641) was published concerning this procedure.
Regional Road Traffic Collision Support Service Contract Awarded to Brake
The Police and Crime Commissioner for West Midlands has awarded a £251,101 contract to Brake the road safety charity for a regional road traffic collision support service. The contract runs from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2029, with a possible extension to 30 June 2033. The service will provide trauma-informed emotional, practical, and advocacy support to individuals and families affected by fatal or life-changing road traffic collisions.
Army Department Notice - 55 Day Public Comment Period on USA-2026-HQ-0265
The U.S. Army Department has opened a public comment period via regulations.gov for docket USA-2026-HQ-0265. The comment form is accessible on regulations.gov and allows individuals, organizations, or anonymous submissions for 55 days. Commenters are advised not to submit personally identifiable information as it may be publicly disclosed.
Application for Army Radiation Permit; OMB Control Number 0702-0109
The Department of the Army has published a 60-day information collection notice under the Paperwork Reduction Act seeking public comments on the Application for Army Radiation Permit (OMB Control Number 0702-0109). The collection requires non-Army entities, including civilian contractors, to submit information when seeking authorization to bring ionizing radiation sources onto Army installations for DoD-related activities. Comments must be submitted by June 5, 2026. The Army estimates 235 respondents with an annual burden of 470 hours.
Science, Technology and Innovation Board; Notice of Federal Advisory Committee Meeting
The Department of Defense issued a Notice announcing the Science, Technology and Innovation Board, a federal advisory committee, will hold a closed meeting from July 14 through July 16, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The meeting is closed to the public per federal advisory committee procedures. No public comment period or participation opportunities are available.
Science, Technology and Innovation Board Meeting Notice
The Department of Defense published a Federal Register notice announcing a closed Federal Advisory Committee meeting for the Science, Technology and Innovation Board. The meeting is scheduled for June 23 through June 25, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. This is a routine administrative meeting notice with no compliance obligations for external parties.
Science Technology and Innovation Board Federal Advisory Committee Meeting Notice
The Department of Defense publishes notice of a closed federal advisory committee meeting of the Science, Technology and Innovation Board scheduled for May 12-14, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The meeting is closed to the public and will address matters related to national security science and technology policy.
EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement: EPSCoR Research Fellows Grant
The National Science Foundation (NSF) announced the EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement (RII): EPSCoR Research Fellows grant opportunity under Assistance Listings 47.083 and related NSF programs. The program provides awards to build research capacity at EPSCoR-eligible institutions and advance the career trajectories of investigators through collaborations with premier research institutions. Two tracks are offered: EPSCoR Research Fellows: NSF (open to broad community) and EPSCoR Research Fellows: @NASA (for collaboration with NASA researchers). Award amounts are undetermined.
NSF RED Program: Revolutionizing Engineering Departments, $50k-$2M
The National Science Foundation announced funding opportunities through the Revolutionizing Engineering Departments (RED) program, supporting four tracks for engineering education reform: RED Planning (Track 1), RED Adaptation and Implementation (Track 2), RED Innovation (Track 3), and RED Innovation Partnerships (Track 4). Funding ranges from $50,000 to $2 million for projects at two-year and four-year institutions aimed at transforming undergraduate engineering education through organizational and cultural change.
U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Freedom 250 Grants
The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs announced the Freedom 250 special edition of the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation, offering grants of $25,000 to $250,000 for cultural heritage projects that highlight historical ties between the United States and other nations. The $6 million program expects 35 awards for eligible applicants including U.S. and foreign institutions, NGOs, and public entities. Applications close April 15, 2026, though deadlines may vary by U.S. embassy.
Wildfire Smoke Preparedness in Community Buildings Grant Program
The EPA announced $13.58 million in grant funding for wildfire smoke preparedness in community buildings under Assistance Listing 66.044. Eligible applicants include states, federally recognized Tribes, public pre-schools, local educational agencies, and non-profit organizations. Applications are due April 15, 2026, with individual awards ranging up to $2.5 million and 11 expected awards.
Victim Offender Dialogue Facilitator Training Program, $100k
The National Institute of Corrections (NIC) solicits applications for a $100,000 grant to develop and deliver victim-offender dialogue facilitator training. The award will fund one basic training course for new facilitators and one advanced training focused on sexual assault cases. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, for-profit organizations, and institutions of higher education.
Veterinary Services Grant Program ($75k-$300k, Rural Access)
Veterinary Services Grant Program, $75k-$300k, Rural Access
RESTART Grant Funds Ex-Offender Workforce Training
The Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration has published Funding Opportunity Announcement FOA-ETA-26-17 for the RESTART (Reentry Employment in Skilled Trades, Advanced Manufacturing, Registered Apprenticeships, and Training) Initiative. The grant supports workforce readiness training for ex-offenders across three populations: youth (ages 15-17), young adults (ages 18-24), and adults (ages 25+). Applications must be submitted through Grants.gov by April 15, 2026.
ROSES25 B.6 Heliophysics Technology Instrument Development Grant
NASA Science Mission Directorate released ROSES-2025 program element B.6, offering grants for Heliophysics Technology and Instrument Development. The solicitation seeks proposals for advanced instrument technologies supporting heliophysics research. Awards will be made as grants, cooperative agreements, or contracts, with most extramural awards issued as grants. The typical period of performance is three years, with some programs allowing up to five years.
DoD Privacy Act Notice, Comments Due May 11
DoD Privacy Act Notice, Comments Due May 11
TRICARE Childbirth and Breastfeeding Support Demonstration Extended Five Years
The Department of Defense is extending the TRICARE Childbirth and Breastfeeding Support Demonstration by five years, from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2031. The extension, estimated to cost approximately $19.6M, will allow the Defense Health Agency to complete the required program evaluation and engage in any necessary rulemaking for potential permanent integration into TRICARE Basic. The Department is soliciting comments on the demonstration and its potential transition to a permanent benefit.
CPCA Careers and Work Experience Infrastructure Tender
CPCA Careers and Work Experience Infrastructure Tender
Test Valley Borough Council Grounds Maintenance Machinery Tender
Test Valley Borough Council (TVBC) published a tender notice under the Procurement Act 2023 for the supply of heavy tractor and grounds maintenance machinery. The procurement includes a compact tractor (max 4t), fine turf mower, out front mower with deck, two triple cylinder ride on mowers, walk behind pedestrian mower, and zero turn ride on mower. The estimated contract value is £160,000 excluding VAT. The procedure type is below threshold open competition.
Children Short Breaks Contract Award - Hounslow Council
London Borough of Hounslow awarded 7 contracts for the Provision of Short Breaks for Disabled Children and Young People up to age 18. Suppliers awarded include Brentford FC Community Sports Trust, Hounslow Arts Centre Limited, Hounslow Arts Trust Limited, Lampton Leisure Limited, Park Lane Stables RDA, Richmond Upon Thames Music Trust Company Limited, and Sport Works Limited. The contract award was published under the Procurement Act 2023.
Coventry Children's Social Care System Tender Published
Coventry City Council has published a preliminary market engagement notice for a Children's Social Care System to replace their existing contract expiring 31 March 2028. The procurement will be conducted through the Crown Commercial Service Framework RM 6259 (Vertical Application Solutions - Lot 2: Education, Community Health and Social Care). Suppliers must submit expressions of interest by 17 April 2026 to participate in a mandatory market engagement event scheduled for 29 April to 1 May 2026.
Children Social Care System Procurement
Coventry City Council published a planned procurement notice under the UK Procurement Act 2023 for a Children Social Care System to support recording, tracking and analysis of children's and families' records. The estimated 9-year contract runs from 1 April 2028 to 31 March 2035, with potential 2-year extension to 31 March 2037. Tenders must be submitted electronically via the Midlands tender portal by 19 June 2026.
Leicestershire CYP Navigator Service Tender £805k
The Police and Crime Commissioner for Leicestershire has published a tender notice for a Children and Young Person (CYP) Navigator Service operating across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. The service will provide proactive support to children and young people aged 11-25 at risk of violence, delivering mentoring, trauma-informed engagement and evidence-based interventions in police custody settings and A&E departments. The maximum contract value is £805,000 excluding VAT for an initial 12-month period with potential extensions up to March 2029.
Midland Heart Awards Rapleys £30.5k Building Surveying Contract
Midland Heart Limited published a contract details notice under the Procurement Act 2023 for stock condition validation property advice services. Rapleys LLP was awarded the contract valued at £30,500 excluding VAT (£36,600 including VAT). The contract ran from 4 March to 31 March 2026 (28 days). The procurement was classified as below threshold and fell under CPV code 71315300 for building surveying services.
CMA Contracts Moody's Analytics for Companies Database Subscription (£79,705)
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has awarded a £79,705 contract (excluding VAT) to Moody's Analytics UK Limited for subscription access to a proprietary companies database. The contract runs from 11 March 2026 to 6 March 2027 (approximately 12 months) to support the CMA's internal research, casework, and statutory functions. The procurement was conducted as a below-threshold procedure without competition.
Post Office Branch Tender - Longridge Avenue, Liverpool
Post Office Limited published a tender notice under the Procurement Act 2023 for a Post Office Branch at Longridge Avenue, Liverpool. The contract is for integrating Post Office Local services into a retail business, estimated at £8,000 per annum with a 50-year term. The submission deadline is 10 May 2026.
RBGKEW1503: Fungicide Residue Soil Analysis Services, England
RBG Kew published a contract notice for fungicide residue analysis services under the Natural Capital and Ecosystem Assessment programme. Approximately 590 soil samples collected from various land-use types across England will be analyzed for fungicides, transformation products, and metabolites using high-resolution mass spectrometry. Imperial College Projects Limited was awarded the contract valued at £100,000 excluding VAT for the period 8 December 2025 to 31 March 2026.