New public sector contracting opportunities 28 September

Below some of the latest public sector contracting opportunities with approaching deadlines. Get in quick!

If you come across any contracting opportunities or have a contract that you are tendering for, please let us know by emailing [email protected] or leave a comment on this blog.

Baily Thomas Charitable Fund has grants available to voluntary organisations in the UK and Ireland for projects supporting young people and adults affected by learning disability. The value of the grants are awarded depends on a number of factors including the purpose, the total funding requirement and the potential sources of other funds including, in some cases, matching funding. Applications should therefore be submitted no later than the 1st of October for consideration at the next relevant meeting. For more information please contact Baily Thomas.

Suffolk Coastal District Council is inviting tenders for financial assistance that is available to voluntary and community organisations for the provision of additional and improved facilities for the general public. Grants are available for 40% of capital costs of a scheme up to a maximum of £10,000. The 30th of September is the closing date for applications wishing to be considered in the following January or February with a grant available from April. Contact Suffolk Coastal District Council for further information.

Suffolk County Council has financial assistance available for new projects that improve services to carers across Suffolk. The deadline is 30th September. Contact Suffolk County Council for further information.

Key 103 are inviting bids to tender for financial assistance that is available to charities based in the Key 103 / Magic 1152 broadcast area for projects that benefit underprivileged and disadvantaged children. The deadline for tenders is the 30th September. Contact Key 103 for further information or to request a print version of the application form.

Colwinston Charitable Trust has grants available for third sector organisations working in opera, visual arts and classical music in the UK. Grants are made between the values of £5,000 and £50,000 and are usually between £10,000 and £15,000. Contact the Colwinston Charitable Trust for further information. The deadline for applications is the 30th September

Cheshire East Council is offering financial assistance to local voluntary and community groups for activities and projects that will benefit local communities in the area. Closing date for applications is the 1st of October.
Contact Cheshire East Council for further information.

National Council for Voluntary Organisations is inviting tenders for financial assistance that is available to help small third sector infrastructure organisations in England to improve their governance. Applications deadline is the 30th of September. Contact NCVO for further information.

European Commission is offering financial support that is designed to promote a common cultural area, characterised by both cultural diversity and a common cultural heritage. It is available for European cultural co-operation projects in all artistic and cultural sectors. The deadline for applications is the 1st of October. Contact the Education, Audiovisual and Culture Executive Agency at the European Commission for further information.

London Borough of Camden Council has grants available for third sector organisations in the London Borough of Camden that provide a service to vulnerable and marginalised residents of the community. Closing date is the 30th of September. Contact the Emanuel Vincent Harris Trust for further information.

Derbyshire County Council is offering financial assistance for the development of social enterprises for the delivery of low level services to older and vulnerable adults. The maximum grant available is £9,500, but it is anticipated that most of the grants will be between £2,000 and £5,000. The deadline for applications is 30 September 2009. Contact Derbyshire County Council for further information.

The European Commission is inviting tenders for financial assistance it has available to small not-for-profit voluntary and community groups for projects that prepare disadvantaged people for work in the East Midlands. The deadline for applications is the 29 September. Contact the following organisations for guidelines and application forms: Enable (Nottinghamshire), Derbyshire Learning and Development Consortium (Derbyshire), VOCOLLS, CVS Community Partnership (Leicestershire), or the CG Partnership (Lincolnshire and Rutland).

The Foundation of St Matthias Trust has grants available for third sector organisations undertaking general Christian activities and educational projects in the Diocese of Bath and Wells, Bristol and Gloucester. Closing date is the 30th of September. Contact The Foundation of St Matthias Trust for further information.

Kent County Council is offering financial assistance to community organisations for local projects requiring capital expenditure. Contact the Local Boards Project Manager for further information and an application form by the 30th of September.

Camden Council has grants available for third sector organisations carrying out social and community projects in the vicinity of King’s Cross Station. The fund Value is £240,000. Please apply by the 30th September. Contact Camden or Islington Council for further information.

South West of England Regional Development Agency has financial assistance available to local businesses and communities for projects that contribute to the development of the area. Two types of funding are available: Large Grants - up to £100,000 for projects that may last up to three years and will have a significant impact on the area or Small Grants - up to £10,000 for projects that last up to one year. The deadline for applications is 29th September. Contact the Making it Local Programme Manager for further information.

London Borough of Tower Hamlets has contracting opportunity available for the provision of personal and continuing care services for children and young people in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. The contract value is £600,000 per annum. Deadline for expressions of interest is 30 September 2009. Contact the London Borough of Tower Hamlets for more information.

Suffolk County Council is offering financial assistance which is available to allow people using services, and carers, to have their say on evaluating and planning new services. The Council would consider giving more to larger county or regional events or for special circumstances. There are two funding rounds per year. The deadlines are the 28th February and 30th September. Applicants are required to complete a Suffolk Single Gateway application form. Contact the Suffolk County Council for further information.

Suffolk County Council has financial assistance available to support projects aimed at helping people take part in society on equal terms with others. The deadline for interest is the 30the of September. Contact Suffolk County for further information.

St Monica Trust Community Fund is inviting tenders for financial assistance that is available for organisations or projects working to reduce isolation and loneliness amongst the physically disabled or those with a long term physical health problem. Applications are particularly encouraged from organisations which enable people to get together and encourage interaction with the wider community. The closing date for receipt of applications is 30 September 2009. Applications should be accompanied by a copy of the most recent annual report and accounts in addition to any relevant publicity material. Further information is available from St Monica Trust Community Fund.

South Gloucestershire Council has a contracting opportunity available for the provision of a staff counselling service across South Gloucestershire. Estimated contract value is £100,000. Contract duration is two years with an option to extend for a further 24 months. Time limit for receipt of tenders is 30 September 2009. Contact the South Gloucestershire Council for more information.

The Kinspan Insulation Community Trust has financial assistance available for local people to plan and carry out projects that will directly benefit their community and enhance the environment. Grants can range from £500 to £25,000. Application deadline is 30th of September. Contact Kingspan Insulation Community Trust or see their website for further information.

Clinks is offering financial assistance to third sector organisations across England to help them deliver services to offenders and their families. It is expected that up to ten projects will be funded, with a maximum of £1,000 per project available. The deadline for applications is 12pm 1 October 2009. Contact NAVCA for further information.

Wolverhampton City Council has a contracting opportunity available for the provision of a young carers service in Wolverhampton. The contract value is £400,000 with duration of 48 months. The time limit for receipt of tenders is 29 September 2009. Contact Wolverhampton City Council for more information.

Walsall Metropolitan Borough Council has a contracting opportunity available for the provision of Connexions information, advice and guidance services in Walsall. An initial Pre-Qualification Questionnaire, or equivalent document, must be completed by all organisations who express an interest in a tender. The time limit for receipt of tenders is 30 September 2009. For more information contact Walsall Metropolitan Borough Council.

Stroud District Youth Council is offering financial assistance to voluntary and community groups in Stroud for young people’s projects. Contact Stroud District Youth Council for further information and availability. The deadline for interest is 30th September.

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