GAO Reviews Senate Records Receipts and Procedures

The GAO has published a review of the Senate Office of Public Records' fiscal year 2024 receipts and procedures, as requested by the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration. The report details agreed-upon procedures performed to assist the Secretary of the Senate in verifying the accuracy of the office's financial records.

Supreme Court Order List - Certiorari Denied/Granted

The Supreme Court has issued its order list for March 9, 2026, detailing decisions on petitions for writs of certiorari. The Court granted certiorari in one case (25-579 DEPT. OF AIR FORCE, ET AL. V. GUAHAN, PRUTEHI) and denied certiorari in numerous others. The list also includes miscellaneous orders regarding filings and in forma pauperis status.

Supreme Court Order List - Certiorari Denied

The Supreme Court denied a petition for a writ of certiorari in the case of Ricks v. Texas. The Court also denied an application for a stay of execution of a sentence of death presented to Justice Alito. This order list reflects the Court's disposition of these matters.

Luton Council Decorating Works Contract Award

Luton Council has awarded a contract for decorating works at Freemans Green to RGS Decorators Limited for £52,000. The notice was published on March 12, 2026, under the Procurement Act 2023. The contract duration is from February 27, 2026, to May 25, 2026, with a possible extension.

Door Access Remedial Work Contract Awarded

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Warwickshire has awarded a contract for door access remedial work at Leamington Spa Justice Centre. The contract was awarded via an internal exemption process due to urgency, with a value not exceeding £47,012.32 excluding VAT.

St Angela's Ursuline School Cleaning Tender Notice

St Angela's Ursuline School has published a tender notice for cleaning services. The contract is for an initial three-year term with an option for a two-year extension, commencing April 1, 2026. This notice is part of the UK's public procurement process.

British Embassy Moscow Bathroom Renovation Contract

The UK's Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has published a contract notice for the renovation of bathrooms at the British Embassy in Moscow. The contract was awarded to Ernesto OOO for £36,950.17 and is valid for one year.

UK Research and Innovation Contract Award: Rohde and Schwarz power meter

UK Research and Innovation has awarded a contract to Rohde and Schwarz UK Ltd for a power meter valued at £19,299.66. This contract details notice indicates the procurement was conducted without competition.

University of Sussex - Arts Substation Cabling Works Contract

The University of Sussex has awarded a contract for Arts Substation Cabling Works to AUREOS ENERGY LIMITED for £265,582.91. The notice was published on March 12, 2026, and the contract duration is from March 13, 2026, to March 31, 2027.

City of Doncaster Council: Boarding-Up and Glazing Supply Contract

The City of Doncaster Council has published a preliminary market engagement notice for a 24/7 emergency boarding-up and glazing supply contract. The estimated value is £345,000, with a planned contract start date of July 1, 2026. Interested parties can engage until March 27, 2026.