FDA Early Alert: Erbe USA Cryoprobes Rupture Risk

The FDA issued an Early Alert regarding Erbe USA Flexible Cryoprobes due to a risk of rupture during activation, potentially causing injuries and hearing loss. Erbe USA has recalled affected lots and recommended discontinuing use.

GAO Report: Student Loan Servicers Failed Standards, Resulting in Penalties

A GAO report found that 4 out of 5 federal student loan servicers failed to meet performance standards for record accuracy and call quality, leading to approximately $850,000 in penalties. The Department of Education's Office of Federal Student Aid (FSA) stopped assessing these metrics in February 2025 due to staff reductions.

GAO Report: Museum Maintenance Backlog and Risks

A GAO report highlights that approximately 85% of US museums have a maintenance backlog, with many facing risks to collections and visitor safety due to aging infrastructure. The report notes that federal funding is not available for construction-related expenses, and the total cost of repairs remains unknown.

GMC Contract Award: PSA Style Audit of FTP Cases 2026

The General Medical Council (GMC) has awarded a contract valued at £36,000 to Nine Chambers for a PSA Style Audit of FTP Cases in 2026. The audit will review the GMC's fitness to practise directorate against Professional Standards Authority standards.

Contract Award: Ultramicrotome Supply for Cambridge University Hospitals

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has awarded a contract valued at £169,606 (including VAT) to Leica Microsystems (UK) Limited for the supply, installation, validation, verification, and maintenance of an ultramicrotome. The contract is for a period of one year, commencing May 1, 2026.

NHS England Contract for Public Health Foundation Programme

NHS England has published a contract notice for a Public Health Foundation Programme in the North East and Yorkshire region, awarded to Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council. The contract is valued at £210,745 and runs from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2027.

Buckinghamshire Council Living in Care Tender Notice

Buckinghamshire Council has published a tender notice for a dynamic market for the provision of living in care services. The notice was published on March 11, 2026, and outlines the scope and submission process for potential suppliers.

London Borough of Sutton Contract Award Notice

The London Borough of Sutton has published a contract award notice for transport services. The contract, with a total value excluding VAT of £2,657.14, was awarded after an open procedure and was concluded on March 11, 2026.

London Borough of Sutton Contract Award Notice

The London Borough of Sutton has published a contract award notice for transport services. The contract was awarded on March 11, 2026, with a total value excluding VAT of £2,123.06. This notice follows an open procedure and is related to a previous publication from 2019.

Supported Accommodation Service for Homeless Individuals - Market Consultation

The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea has published a preliminary market engagement notice for a supported accommodation service for homeless individuals. The estimated total value of the contract is £3,250,000, with services expected to commence on September 1, 2027.