Cleveland Harbor Lighthouse Free Transfer, Built 1910
The U.S. General Services Administration announced that eligible organizations may acquire the Cleveland Harbor West Pierhead Lighthouse at no cost under the National Historic Lighthouse Preservation Act of 2000. Built in 1910, the four-story brick tower is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and designated as a City of Cleveland landmark.
Provision of Communicator Guide and Intervenor Services, Hertfordshire County Council, £2,400,000
Hertfordshire County Council published a tender notice for a £2,400,000 contract for countywide Communicator Guide and Intervenor Services. The services support adults, children, and young people with dual sensory loss and profound communication difficulties, including those with congenital, acquired, and progressive deafblindness. Bids must be submitted by 12 noon on 15 May 2026.
Award of Learner Transport Buses Contract £688,560
Ceredigion County Council has awarded a learner transport bus contract valued at £688,560 including VAT to two suppliers. Lewis Rhydlewis and Lewis Taxis Cyf will provide public road passenger transport services under the contract, which is for an initial 2-year term with possible extension up to 2 additional years. The standstill period ends 27 April 2026 with contract signing expected 30 April 2026.
Auto Doors and Roller Shutters Maintenance Services Tender
Sheffield City Council published a tender notice for Auto Doors and Roller Shutters services valued at £996,000 including VAT. The contract covers scheduled servicing, maintenance, inspection, and responsive repairs of automatic doors, roller shutters, electric gates, and car park barriers over a 2-year initial term with two optional 12-month extensions. Tenders are due by 12 May 2026 and the opportunity is open to all suppliers, with particular suitability for SMEs and VCSEs.
School Transport Contract - Freedom Transport Solutions Ltd - £81,900
The North Yorkshire Council published a contract award notice under the Procurement Act 2023 for school transport services (ADHOC contract). Freedom Transport Solutions Ltd was awarded the contract valued at £81,900 excluding VAT (£98,280 including VAT) for 4-seat school transport from Boroughbridge to The Dales School. The contract was signed on 2 March 2026 with a term through 6 March 2026 and possible extensions to 6 March 2028.
Safety Case Support Services - UKAEA, £480k
The UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) has published a tender notice for Safety Case Engineering Support Services valued at £480,000 (including VAT). The contract will run for 3 years from June 2026 with an optional 1-year extension. Bidders must submit proposals by 12 May 2026, with the contract award decision expected on 2 June 2026. The SME-inclusive procurement covers hazard identification, consequence calculations, probabilistic safety analysis, and ALARP arguments for fusion research facilities.
South Lakes Housing Tenants Contents Insurance Contract Award 2026-2030
South Lakes Housing has awarded a contract for Tenants Contents Insurance (2026-2030) to Ecclesiastical Insurance Office Public Limited Company under the Northern Housing Consortium's Simple Tenants Contents Insurance Scheme Framework. The contract is valued at £6,855.34 excluding VAT and runs from 1 June 2026 to 31 May 2027, with possible extension to 31 May 2030. This is a below-threshold award under the Procurement Act 2023.
YPO Emergency Response and Rescue Equipment DPS Amendment Notice
YPO has published an amendment notice (2026/S 000-034899) to its Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Emergency Response and Rescue Equipment. The notice modifies the original tender published 15 January 2022 (2022/S 000-007015) and includes 10 amendments covering corrections to text, dates, and additional information in section I.1 of the original notice. The DPS enables public sector organisations to procure emergency response and rescue equipment from appointed suppliers.
Cultural Development Initiative Contract Modification, £280,858
The Financial Services Compensation Scheme Limited (FSCS) issued a contract change notice for the Cultural Development Initiative under the Procurement Act 2023. The contract with Coode Associates Ltd increased from £187,400 to £280,858, representing a 49.87% increase. The modification was justified under unforeseeable circumstances and additional goods, services or works, as a new workstream aligned with FSCS's 5-year strategy was identified following completion of the initial programme with the Executive Team.
Copilot Use Case Discovery and Execution - £43,783 Contract Award
Durham County Council awarded a £36,486 (excl. VAT) contract to Changing Social Ltd for Microsoft 365 Copilot use case discovery services within its Procurement function. The contract, signed 20 March 2026 and effective 1 April to 1 July 2026 (3 months), follows a successful Copilot pilot. The engagement will identify and document high-value AI use cases for delivery. The procurement was conducted below threshold without competition.
Townhill Phase 2 Re-Roofing Works, 42 Properties, £420k
City & County of Swansea published a tender notice for re-roofing and associated works at 42 properties in the Townhill area of Swansea. The estimated contract value is £420,000 including VAT. The contract period runs approximately 8 months from 8 June 2026 to 26 February 2027. Tender submissions are due by 28 April 2026 at 12:00pm.
Maintenance of Apheresis Systems, Belfast, £492k
Belfast Health & Social Care Trust has awarded a contract for routine maintenance of Apheresis Systems to Terumo BCT Ltd. The contract is valued at £492,000 including VAT (£410,000 excluding VAT) and runs from 16 April 2026 to 31 March 2031, with a possible extension to 31 March 2036. The direct award was justified on the basis of single supplier intellectual property or exclusive rights, as Terumo is the manufacturer with exclusive rights to service and repair these systems.
Wycombe Hospital Water Treatment Construction Stage 2, £105,293
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust awarded a £105,293.17 contract for Wycombe Hospital Water Treatment Construction Stage 2 works. The contract was awarded via direct award through the NHS SBS PS-Works framework on 31 March 2026, with one tender received.
Region 4 RCRA Enforcement, Permitting and Assistance Contract Award
EPA Region 4 has awarded contract 68HE0926D0008 to Mabett & Associates, Inc. of Bedford, MA for $2,889,776.78. The contract covers Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Enforcement, Permitting and Assistance (REPA) services for RCRA Program Oversight Assistance. The contract was awarded under NAICS code 541620 for Environmental Consulting Services.
Presolicitation: Fence to Fence Environmental Services for Patrick SFB, Cape Canaveral SFS, and Avon Park AFR
The General Services Administration issued a presolicitation notice for environmental consulting services to support Patrick Space Force Base, Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, and Avon Park Air Force Range. The proposed hybrid contract (FFP/T&M) will be awarded as a competitive Section 8(a) Set-Aside under Multiple Award Schedule SIN 541620. Responses are due May 5, 2026.
Ground Investigation Services Tender £20M-£30M
Kier Infrastructure published a contract opportunity on the UK Government Contracts Finder portal for ground investigation services valued at £20,000,000 to £30,000,000. The tender closes on 20 April 2026 at 5pm, with contract performance from 2 June 2026 through 31 May 2027. The procurement uses a restricted procedure above threshold and is open to SMEs.
Marden Parish Council Pavilion Refurbishment, £80k-£120k, Tenders Due 5 May 2026
Marden Parish Council published a tender notice for pavilion refurbishment works valued at £80,000 to £120,000. The contract involves extending and altering the Marden Changing Rooms/Pavilion at Marden Playing Field, Kent, into a community space with hall, kitchen, toilet facilities, and storage. Tenders close 5 May 2026 at 5pm.
External Refurbishments to 21 Properties - West Midlands (£348k-£870k)
Amey, acting on behalf of the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO), has published an open future opportunity notice for external refurbishments to 21 properties in the West Midlands. The estimated contract value is £348,000 to £870,000. The approach to market date is 30 April 2026, with the contract expected to start on 19 October 2026 and end on 31 March 2027. This is a competitive quotation procedure suitable for SMEs but not VCSEs.
Kier Infrastructure Trench Programme Archaeological Services £5m-£10m
Kier Infrastructure published a contract notice on the UK Government's Contracts Finder portal seeking suppliers for archaeological trenching and geophysical survey services. The programme comprises 2,500-3,000 trenches (50m x 1.8m wide x 0.5-1m deep) plus 10 x 20m and 50-100 x 30m bespoke trenches, with an archaeological watching brief. The contract value is £5,000,000 to £10,000,000 with a closing date of 20 April 2026 at 5pm.
Government of Canada Tables 2026-27 Departmental Plans for 91 Departments
The Treasury Board of Canada tabled 2026-27 Departmental Plans for 91 departments and agencies in Parliament on March 13, 2026. The plans outline government spending priorities and implementation of $13 billion in savings from the Comprehensive Expenditure Review by 2028-29. This is an annual exercise informing Canadians about planned government activities.
Early Retirement Incentive Program Applications Open Until July 24, 2026
TBS Canada announces the Early Retirement Incentive Program application period is now open until July 24, 2026. Under this program, eligible federal public service employees can apply to retire with an immediate pension based on years of service, with no actuarial reduction for early retirement. The program supports workforce reduction through voluntary departures as part of Budget 2025's Comprehensive Expenditure Review.
Employment Equity Report Shows Gains for Black Public Servants
Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat released the 33rd Employment Equity in the Public Service Report for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. The report shows gains for Black public servants in higher salary bands, increased Black executive representation, and slight increases for persons with disabilities. TBS Minister Shafat Ali tabled the report in Parliament on March 26, 2026.
President of Treasury Board Launches Privacy Act Review
The President of the Treasury Board, Shafqat Ali, launched a review of the Privacy Act, which governs how over 250 federal institutions collect, use, disclose, and protect Canadians' personal information. The review proposes recognizing privacy as a fundamental right, modernizing data sharing across government programs, and aligning definitions with international standards. Comments on the policy paper will be collected until July 10, 2026, with a consolidated report to be published in Winter 2026-27.
Treasury Board Tables Main Estimates 2026-27: $502.8B Spending, $48B for Defence
The Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat tabled the Main Estimates 2026-27 in Parliament, proposing $502.8 billion in planned budgetary spending, including $230.4 billion to be voted by Parliament and $272.4 billion in forecast statutory expenditures. Over $48 billion is allocated to the Department of National Defence to strengthen and modernize the Canadian Armed Forces.
Security Zone; FIFA World Cup and Fan Fest 2026, Bayfront Park, Miami, FL
The Coast Guard proposes to establish a temporary security zone on certain navigable waters of Biscayne Bay in Miami, Florida, in connection with the 2026 FIFA World Cup and Fan Fest events at Bayfront Park. The zone would be enforced 24 hours daily from June 13 through July 5, 2026. Anchoring or remaining within the zone would be prohibited unless authorized by the Captain of the Port Miami.
TSA Requests OMB Approval for Cybersecurity Measures for Surface Modes
TSA has published a 60-day notice (OMB Control No. 1652-0074) soliciting public comment on revisions to an existing information collection covering cybersecurity measures for surface transportation modes. The collection includes designation of a Cybersecurity Coordinator, reporting cybersecurity incidents to CISA, development of cybersecurity contingency/recovery plans, and completion of cybersecurity assessments. Comments are due June 15, 2026.
Japan Fellowships for Advanced Social Science Research on Japan
NEH announces the Japan Fellowships program offering individual awards of $30,000-$60,000 for advanced research on modern Japanese society, political economy, and U.S.-Japan relations. Total program funding is $180,000 with up to 3 expected awards. Application deadline is April 22, 2026.
NEH Awards $30k–$60k for HBCU Faculty
NEH announces the Awards for Faculty at HBCUs grant program for individual faculty at Historically Black Colleges and Universities pursuing humanities research. Awards range from $30,000 to $60,000 with $300,000 in total program funding supporting 5 expected awards. The 2026 competition accepts projects in American history and culture and Western civilization.
Value-Added Producer Grant, Awards Up to $200,000 for Agricultural Producers
The USDA Rural Business-Cooperative Service announces the Value-Added Producer Grant (VAPG) program, offering awards up to $200,000 to assist Agricultural Producers, Agricultural Producer Groups, Cooperatives, and Majority-Controlled Producer-Based Businesses in starting or expanding value-added processing and marketing activities. Applications must be submitted through the Grant Application Portal (GAP) and require Level 2 USDA eAuthentication access.
Community Wood Energy and Wood Innovation Program Grants, $10K-$1.5M, Forest Service
The USDA Forest Service announces the Community Wood Energy and Wood Innovation Program (Community Wood) funding opportunity for FY2026. The program supports thermally led community wood energy systems and innovative wood product facilities with up to $6 million in total awards. Individual awards range from $10,000 to $1 million (covering up to 35% of capital costs), with up to $1.5 million available for projects in high-unemployment areas (up to 50% of capital costs). Applicants must provide leveraged funds from non-federal sources to cover remaining project costs.
Inspector General Criminal Investigation Records (IGCIR) System of Records Amendment
The DoD OIG is amending system of records CIG-04, retitling it 'Inspector General Criminal Investigation Records (IGCIR)' and combining it with CIG-06 'Investigative Files' into a single consolidated system. The notice updates routine uses to support additional information sharing outside DoD for external oversight, case management, and required reporting. Comments on the Routine Uses will be accepted until May 11, 2026.
DoD Proposes Privacy Act Exemptions for Inspector General Criminal Investigation Records
The Department of Defense is proposing to amend 32 CFR part 310 to modify Privacy Act exemptions for the CIG-04 system, renamed 'Inspector General Criminal Investigation Records (IGCIR),' to add exemptions under 5 U.S.C. 552a(k)(1) and (k)(2) for national security and law enforcement purposes. The existing exemption under 5 U.S.C. 552a(j)(2) will continue to apply. Public comments on the proposed rule are accepted through June 9, 2026.
60-Day Information Collection: Military Survivor Benefit Plan Forms DD 2656 Series
The Department of Defense publishes a 60-day notice under the Paperwork Reduction Act announcing a proposed information collection on military retired pay and Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP/RCSBP) forms. Affected parties have until June 15, 2026 to submit comments. The collection involves 110,950 respondents with an estimated annual burden of 27,738 hours across seven DD forms.
CM3110 Employee Benefits Brokerage Contract Award - £200,000
Yorkshire Water Services Limited awarded a £200,000 contract for Employee Benefits Brokerage Services to Employee Benefits Collective LLP. The contract runs from 3 July 2026 to 2 July 2029, with possible extensions up to 2 July 2031. The procurement was conducted under the Competitive Flexible Procedure as a utility contract under the Procurement Act 2023.
Teachers' Pension Scheme Transition Programme Contract - £312k to PwC
The Department for Education has awarded a contract valued at £312,000 (including VAT) to PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP for transition assurance and consultancy support on the Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS) Transition Programme. The contract, awarded via direct award procedure under the Procurement Act 2023, runs from 29 April 2026 to 31 October 2026, with a possible 3-month extension at the authority's discretion. The standstill period ends 24 April 2026, with contract signing from 28 April 2026.
Milton Keynes College NEET Programme Refurbishment Works
Milton Keynes College published a planned procurement notice for NEET programme construction works at Chaffron Way Campus. The project involves approximately 430m² of internal refurbishment including minor structural alterations, MEP services, and internal finishes, valued at £400,000 excluding VAT. Tenders are due by 6 May 2026 for works scheduled 1 June to 31 July 2026.
EOI: Provision of Primary Curriculum and Early Years Foundation Stage Experts
The Department for Education's Standards and Testing Agency (STA) has published an Expression of Interest notice seeking 21 experienced curriculum experts to support the development of Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2, and Key Stage 3 National Curriculum tests in English Grammar Punctuation & Spelling, English Reading, and Mathematics, as well as Phonics and Early Years Foundation Stage reception baseline assessment, for the period 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2028. The engagement deadline is 24 April 2026.
Westbourne SuDs Retrofit Scheme Installation Contract Award
Natural Resources Wales has awarded a contract to Swansea Council for the Westbourne Sustainable Urban Drainage (SuDs) Retrofit Parklet Scheme installation. The £48,774.65 (incl. VAT) contract covers site preparation, drainage installation, earthworks, kerb and footway adjustments, and landscape features within the adopted public highway. A Single Tender Action was justified as Swansea Council is the statutory Highway Authority with exclusive legal ability to undertake works in the adopted highway.
Countywide Independent Domestic Abuse Advisor Service for Bedfordshire - £6,000,000
The Police and Crime Commissioner for Bedfordshire has issued a preliminary market engagement notice under the Procurement Act 2023 for a countywide Independent Domestic Abuse Advisor (IDVA) service. The estimated contract value is £5,000,000 excluding VAT (£6,000,000 including VAT), covering the period 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2030 with a possible extension to 31 March 2032. Market engagement deadline is 31 July 2026, with the formal tender notice estimated to be published on the same date. The procurement targets SMEs and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs).
Property Clearance & Cleaning Services Contract Award, £1.5M Per Annum
Hull City Council has awarded three contracts for property clearance, cleaning, and minor repair services across Hull. Premier Services Hull Ltd and Rigford Ltd each received Lot 1 contracts for property cleaning and clearance (estimated £750,000 per annum combined), while Northern Hull Community Development Ltd received Lot 2 for property set up and minor repairs (estimated £750,000 per annum). Contracts commence 1 May 2026 and run through 1 May 2028, with an option to extend for up to 2 years.
Seasonal Entertainment at Medina Theatre, Isle of Wight - Contract Award
Isle of Wight Council has awarded a contract for seasonal entertainment services at Medina Theatre to Made to Measure Productions Ltd. The contract involves providing annual pantomime performances between 18th December and 3rd January, with 10-14 performances annually. The contract value is £300,000 excluding VAT (£360,000 including VAT) for a 3-year term from 1 May 2026 to 30 April 2029, with potential extensions through 30 April 2031.
SSRO Corporate Plan 2025-2026
The SSRO published its Corporate Plan 2025-2026, outlining strategic priorities for delivering statutory functions in single source procurement regulation. The plan aligns with the Strategic Defence Review and upcoming Defence Industrial Strategy. No new compliance obligations, deadlines, or penalties are created by this document.
SSRO Monthly Transparency Reports January-November 2025
The UK Single Source Regulations Office (SSRO) has published monthly transparency reports covering departmental spending from January through November 2025. The reports detail government procurement card (GPC) transactions exceeding £500 and general departmental expenditure over £25,000. This publication fulfills the SSRO's transparency obligations regarding single-source government contract spending.
FOI Responses Released: Baseline Profit Rate and Enforcement
The UK Single Source Regulations Office (SSRO) released two Freedom of Information (FOI) responses in February 2026. RFI 119 addresses baseline profit rate methodology while RFI 118 covers enforcement matters under the Single Source Contract Regulations. The FOI responses are published on the SSRO website for public access.
SSRO Transparency Reports January to March 2026
The Single Source Regulations Office publishes monthly transparency reports detailing all UK government spending over £500 using a government procurement card (GPC) and departmental spending over £25,000. February and March 2026 reports have been published alongside the January 2026 report.
SSRO Prompt Payment Data: April 2025 to March 2026
The UK Single Source Regulations Office (SSRO) has published prompt payment performance data for the period 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026. This transparency data reports on payment practices of central government departments, their executive agencies, and non-departmental public bodies, fulfilling reporting requirements in place since 1 April 2015.