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International View: Metro Manila Bridges Project (£10.7M), Road Repair Works in Kazakhstan (£10.2M), Regional Development in Mongolia (£5.5M).
Daily Spend Watch: 87% of tech-related public sector contracts, cloud migration for critical systems, digital platforms for citizen engagement.
Opportunity Picks: Fusion Energy Landscape £500,000 opportunity to shape fusion energy’s future.
News: £2.3B for the UK’s EV transition, New Cyber Code for business resilience, UK-Bangladesh Trade to grow.
Technology: EverTutor AI-powered tutoring, Amurex invisible workflow assistant, Databutton MCP for custom AI tools.
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DAILY SPEND WATCH
Tech in Procurement (05 - 08 of April 2025)
Digital Transformation Dominates: 87% of public sector contracts are technology-related, with software development leading procurement categories.
Cloud Migration Accelerates: Critical systems moving to cloud infrastructure include genomic research data and nuclear safety monitoring systems.
Data Platforms Expand: Strategic investments in data platforms support evidence-based decision-making, especially at regional government levels.
Citizen Engagement Prioritized: Digital platforms for public interaction reflect a growing focus on user experience and accessibility.
Key Investments: Notable projects include forensic data systems (Metropolitan Police), emissions monitoring modernization, and transportation technology infrastructure.
INTERNATIONAL VIEW
Most Expensive Public Projects in Asia (07 March - 08 April 2025)
Metro Manila Bridges Project (Philippines) - £10,793,221.35
Buyer: Department of Public Works & Highways
Value: $13,620,883.00
Description: Construction supervision consulting services under ADB Financing
Road Repair Works (Kazakhstan) - £10,212,876.80
Buyer: State Institution of Public Procurement Department of Karaganda Region
Value: KZT 5,922,203,727.00
Electricity Transmission Project (Nepal) - £7,545,750.00
Buyer: Nepal Electricity Authority
Value: $9,522,623.00
Description: South Asia Subregional Economic Cooperation project
Regional Development Project (Mongolia) - £5,574,864.38
Buyer: Ministry of Economy and Development
Value: $7,035,395.00
Description: Detailed design and supervision for Aimags and Soums Green Regional Development
Rangeland Management Project (Mongolia) - £4,911,722.56
Buyer: Asian Development Bank
Value: $6,198,520.00
Description: Project implementation technical assistance
OPPORTUNITY PICKS
Overview: The UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) is seeking expert partnerships to explore fusion energy's role in future global energy landscapes. This £500,000 contract presents a significant opportunity for organizations with energy expertise to shape the deployment strategy for fusion technology.
💡 Winning Strategies
The most compelling approach would be positioning your response as a bridge between technical fusion expertise and practical energy deployment realities. UKAEA appears concerned with the gap between fusion's technical promise and practical deployment challenges. Organizations that can demonstrate an understanding of both worlds, fusion science and energy market realities, will be most compelling. This requires balancing technical expertise with real-world energy system knowledge, emphasizing how you can help UKAEA navigate the transition from technology development to commercial deployment.
This opportunity extends beyond a single contract. It's about positioning your organization at the forefront of fusion energy's commercial development path, potentially influencing how this emerging technology is deployed for decades to come.
NEWS
The PM confirms the 2030 phase-out of new petrol and diesel cars, with hybrids allowed until 2035. The Zero Emission Vehicle Mandate will be made more flexible to support industry and boost EV production. Backed by £2.3B, the plan helps UK carmakers compete globally while cutting costs for drivers and creating new jobs.
A new Code of Practice urges business leaders to boost their cyber resilience. Backed by major UK industry bodies, it sets clear steps to manage risk, align cyber with business goals, and build a strong security culture. With cyber threats on the rise, the guidance helps protect operations, staff, and customers.
Baroness Winterton’s Dhaka visit marks a big push to deepen UK-Bangladesh trade. With duty-free UK access till 2029, key sectors like education, energy, defence, and aviation are in focus. This visit signals serious investment potential and stronger bilateral growth ahead. Time to watch this space.
TECHNOLOGY
🎓 EverTutor is an AI teaching assistant that delivers personalized one-on-one tutoring with multiple capabilities. This interactive tutor can think, listen, draw, and communicate to provide a comprehensive learning experience.
🔍 Amurex is an invisible AI assistant that quietly enhances your workflow without disruption. It connects your tools like Notion and Google Drive while automating meeting notes, email organization, and knowledge search.
🤖 Databutton MCP lets you build custom tools for AI assistants without coding. The platform enables you to create specialized applications that Claude and other AI systems can use to research leads, analyze marketing data, or interact with your business systems.
TIP OF THE DAY
Leverage Competitive Flexible Procedures
Use the new Competitive Flexible Procedure to tailor procurement processes to specific needs. This approach promotes innovation and allows for greater flexibility in selecting suppliers.
Example: Design procedures that encourage SMEs to participate by dividing contracts into smaller lots.
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