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Aster seeks to appoint qualified Providers to deliver CIH-recognised housing qualifications at Level 4, Level 5, and associated top-up modules. These qualifications are aligned with the Competence and Conduct Standard under the Social Housing Regulation Act 2023. The Social Housing Regulation Act, 2023, mandates that all “relevant managers” defined as senior housing executives and senior housing managers must hold or be actively working toward (within a three-year transition period) professional qualifications that meet the Institute for Apprenticeship and Technical Education (IATE) occupational standards for Senior Housing and Property Management. Specifically: •Senior Housing Executives: Foundation Degree in Housing (CIH) or Level 5 Diploma •Senior Housing Managers: Level 4 Certificate in Housing To meet these requirements, Aster proposes establishing a Flexible Framework (under Light Touch Regime) of approved training providers capable of delivering CIH-approved qualifications at scale, on demand, and through diverse pathways. This approach ensures adaptability to individual learning needs and organizational priorities. PLEASE USE THIS LINK TO ACCESS TENDER DOCUMENTS: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/aster/aspx/ProjectManage/654

The procurement will cover arrangements for the delivery of new build construction activities across a geographically diverse footprint centring on Hampshire, Dorset, Wiltshire and Somerset and including London, Devon and Cornwall along with extended operational areas such as Oxfordshire, West Sussex, and Gloucestershire.

The procurement will cover the provision of external decoration works. Delivery of the requirements will be across a geographically diverse footprint centring on Hampshire, Dorset, Wiltshire and Somerset and including London, Devon and Cornwall along with extended operational areas such as Oxfordshire, West Sussex, and Gloucestershire.

The procurement will cover catering services across our geography, including the provision of catering services in a care setting.

The procurement will cover arrangements for the delivery of major projects, minor works projects and associated consultancy services, over a 3 year term

The procurement will cover arrangements for the delivery of building repair and maintenance works including but not limited to responsive repairs (including 24/7 emergency call out provision), void works, works related to the prevention of condensation and mould along with more extensive reactive repair works arising from day to day repairs across the Aster Group. The arrangements will operate in conjunction with Aster's in-house Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) and be delivered across a geographically diverse footprint centring on Hampshire, Dorset, Wiltshire and Somerset and including London, Devon and Cornwall along with extended operational areas such as Oxfordshire, West Sussex, and Gloucestershire.

The procurement will cover arrangements for the undertaking the servicing, testing and inspection along with breakdown repairs of mechanical and electrical installations within Aster Group's properties with some elements being delivered in conjunction with Aster's in-house Direct Labour Organisation (DLO). Delivery of the requirements will be across a geographically diverse footprint centring on Hampshire, Dorset, Wiltshire and Somerset and including London, Devon and Cornwall along with extended operational areas such as Oxfordshire, West Sussex, and Gloucestershire. Services may include but are not limited to: Heating Servicing & Repair (including Renewables) Electrical Testing & Inspection Commercial Heating Servicing & Repair Radon Lightning Conductors Testing, Inspection & Repair Street Lighting (columns & bollards) Emergency Systems (fire panels/dry risers/AOV's/sprinklers etc.) Servicing & Repairs Bell Testing Emergency Light Repairs TV System Maintenance & Repairs Air Conditioning Servicing & Repairs Lifts & lifting Equipment, Baths & Beds - Servicing, Maintenance & Repair

Aster Group is undertaking a pre-market engagement exercise in relation to a proposed procurement for the servicing, maintenance, repair and associated remedial works for lift and lifting equipment assets across its operational regions. The purpose of this engagement is to: • gauge overall market interest in the opportunity • understand likely bidder appetite by lot • assess supplier capacity and regional coverage • inform the final procurement structure and lotting approach • identify any barriers to participation or delivery risks. Please note: • This exercise does not form part of a formal procurement process and is not a call for competition. • Participation in this exercise will not confer any advantage or disadvantage in any future procurement process. • Section 20 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 Stage 1 consultation has already been completed based on the current draft specification and therefore only limited amendments to the scope/specification are anticipated. • The Authority reserves the right to amend the proposed procurement and lotting strategy following completion of this engagement exercise. The proposed service specification is attached in Appendix A. Please submit responses to the Pre-Market Engagement Questionnaire though In-tend by 12 noon on Friday 5th June 2026.

The procurement will cover arrangements for the delivery of estates services including but not limited to cleaning, window cleaning, pest control, tree surveys and tree surgery along with grounds maintenance, playgrounds and soft landscaping across the Aster Group with some elements being delivered in conjunction with Aster's in-house Direct Labour Organisation (DLO). Delivery of the requirements will be across a geographically diverse footprint centring on Hampshire, Dorset, Wiltshire and Somerset and including London, Devon and Cornwall along with extended operational areas such as Oxfordshire, West Sussex, and Gloucestershire.

Design & Build of 19 Homes for Social Rent at Georgeham, North Devon.