Top suppliers
Top suppliers to CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE UNITARY AUTHORITY
Top-five suppliers hold 59% of contract value — a concentrated market.
Procurement categories
What CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE UNITARY AUTHORITY buys
Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV) breakdown of contracts awarded over the reporting period.
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Latest CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE UNITARY AUTHORITY contracts awarded
The most recently published award notices on Find a Tender and Contracts Finder.
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Open opportunities
Open CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE UNITARY AUTHORITY tenders
Tenders currently inviting bids. SMEs can respond via the official tender portal.
Independent Fostering Agency (IFA)
PIN Notice - IFA
Independent Fostering Agency (IFA)
Central Bedfordshire Council - Renewable Energy
Central Bedfordshire Council - Renewable Energy
Home Recovery Service
Home Recovery Service
Housing Cleaning Services
Housing Cleaning Services
Youth Work Contract
Youth Work Contract
Pipeline
Contracts expiring in the next 12 months
When these contracts end, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE UNITARY AUTHORITY typically re-tenders. SMEs preparing bids 3-6 months ahead win disproportionately often.
CBC-1462-T-CB Housing Repairs and Maintenance - AWARD
Expires: 2026-07-31
£12.0M
CBC-1465-T-LS Care Provider for Quarry Walk Supported Living Scheme - AWARD
Expires: 2026-08-31
£4.1M
CBC-1526-Q-AE Home to School Transport Data Management System - AWARD
Expires: 2026-08-31
£102K
CBC-1512-FA-LS - SEND - Alternative Education Provision - AWARD
Expires: 2026-08-31
CBC-1519-T-CB Corporate Gritting Services - AWARD
Expires: 2026-09-30
£400K
CBC-1567-LV-NS Collision Data Software - AWARD
Expires: 2026-11-20
CBC-1528-T-AE Electrical testing and associated remedial works for Housing Services - AWARD
Expires: 2026-11-30
£398K
CBC-1546-T-LS Building Resillience Programme - AWARD
Expires: 2026-12-31
£576K
CBC-1617-T-LS Support for Afghan Resettlement - AWARD
Expires: 2027-02-11
£3.0M
CBC-1631-T-RM Toxicology/Coroner Services - AWARD
Expires: 2027-03-31
CBC-1597-T-LS Preventative Mental Health Services for Vulnerable Adults - AWARD
Expires: 2027-03-31
£244K
Market analysis
Bidding into CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE UNITARY AUTHORITY — what to expect
Supplier concentration and timing patterns that shape SME bid strategy.
59%
Top-5 supplier share
29d
Avg response window
30d
Median response window
12mo
Avg contract duration
Frequently asked
Common questions about selling to CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE UNITARY AUTHORITY
How much does CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE UNITARY AUTHORITY spend on procurement?
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE UNITARY AUTHORITY awarded 65 contracts totalling £31.3M between 2023-07-31 and 2026-07-31, working with 53 unique suppliers. Average contract value is £638K.
Who are CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE UNITARY AUTHORITY's top suppliers?
The largest suppliers to CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE UNITARY AUTHORITY by total award value are Aspris Children's Services Limited, Accuro Environmental Limited, King's Arms Project. The top five suppliers together hold 59% of contract value.
What does CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE UNITARY AUTHORITY buy from suppliers?
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE UNITARY AUTHORITY's procurement is concentrated in foreign affairs and other services, special education services, cleaning services, alongside specialist categories. See the full CPV breakdown below.
How can my business bid for CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE UNITARY AUTHORITY contracts?
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What's the typical response window for CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE UNITARY AUTHORITY tenders?
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE UNITARY AUTHORITY typically gives suppliers a median of 30 days to respond (average 29 days). Standard contract duration is around 12 months.
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How this profile is compiled
Analysed by ENKII · Updated 2026-07-31
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