Contracts and tenders
Our procurement specialists procure a wide range of goods, services, works and concession contracts using a variety of contracts from single supplier contracts to framework agreements with multiple suppliers.
Current opportunities
We use a system called YORtender to procure goods, services and works. It is free for you to register and guidance on how to do this and access the system can be found on YORtender
Registration with the system also allows you to access tender opportunities across the Yorkshire and Humber region.
We advertise the majority of unrestricted opportunities over £5,000 in value using this system.
Please try to avoid duplicate supplier registrations wherever possible. One supplier profile can have up to five individual users registered against it.
If you have technical difficulties using YORtender then please refer to the Supplier Portal User video produced by Mercell (the system owner) or contact the Mercell Support Team on [email protected] or 0800 840 2050 (during office hours ONLY, 9am to 5pm).
Procurement pipeline
The purpose of the procurement pipeline is to set out our indicative procurement activities planned for the next 18 months to enable current and future suppliers to understand and identify potential opportunities.
Suppliers are encouraged to use this intelligence to develop new and innovative services, ultimately contributing to the development of a diverse market and better outcomes for North East Lincolnshire People and Place.
To view the Procurement Pipeline either click on the following link Procurement Pipeline Power Bi report or view report below. Please refer to page 2. You can filter by those procurements which are live and those which are planned and also filter by category.
Contracts awarded
View our live Contracts register for all contracts awarded for works, services and supplies over £5,000 in value.
As part of our commitment to openness and transparency we publish details of contracts awarded to external bodies and suppliers over £5,000.
Details you will be able to view are:
- Contract title and reference number
- Date of award
- Start and end date of the contract
- Name and address of the successful bidder
Please note some information may be removed, in accordance with freedom of information guidelines.
Contracts Awarded Register (XLS, 73KB) – Last updated May 2025.
Procurement Strategy
The procurement strategy provides a framework for decision-making relating to the purchasing of goods, services and works by the Council. It incorporates the most appropriate elements of best practice in structure, policy, and procedure, and will remain sufficiently flexible to respond to both internal and external change.
By adopting this strategy our aim is that our approach to procurement will:
- Support the local economy and work to enable small to medium sized enterprises (SME) and the voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE) in its activities and enable the local market to feel able and willing to work with the Council.
- Deliver tangible and meaningful social value benefits to the local community of North East Lincolnshire.
- Achieve value for money for the Council and residents of North East Lincolnshire.
Procurement strategy 2023 – 2027 (PDF, 8MB)
Procurement Act 2023
New procurement legislation is due to come into force from February 2025.
Transforming Public Procurement (GOV.UK) – How public procurement will change to improve the way supplies, services and works are procured for the public sector.
Knowledge drops (GOV.UK) – Guidance designed to provide a high level overview of the changes to the procurement regulations and aimed at those who have regular interactions with procurement
The Procurement Act 2023: A short guide for suppliers (GOV.UK) – A short guide containing the key benefits for suppliers, what suppliers need to get ready, and frequently asked questions.
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Contact details
Procurement, Municipal Offices, Town Hall Square, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, DN31 1HU
Email: [email protected]