UK Public Sector Contracts & Tenders

The purpose of this Framework Agreement is to establish robust working partnerships with Employers Agent, Clerk of Works and Principal Designer consultants, to enable the successful delivery of Aster's development programme over the next four years. Aster is seeking consultant partners who are flexible and forward-thinking, particularly when it comes to changes in building safety and sustainability standards. The framework also aims to add value to both Aster and preferably a limited number of suppliers/partners by promoting transparency, openness, and long-term collaborative relationships. The requirement is split in to 9 lots for each discipline.Lot 1 – Devon and CornwallLot 2 – SomersetLot 3 – GloucestershireLot 4 – WiltshireLot 5 – DorsetLot 6 – HampshireLot 7 – Sussex and SurreyLot 8 – Berkshire and OxfordshireLot 9 - London

This procurement is for the supply of network infrastructure services. Claranet has been Aster’s network infrastructure partner for over 10 years. Aster currently procures network infrastructure services that include the design, delivery, and ongoing management of its core networking environment from Claranet. This encompasses: -MPLS Network – A secure, high-performance network for connecting multiple sites. -Data Centre Breakout – Connectivity solutions for data centre operations. -Cloud Connect Services – Direct, reliable connections to cloud platforms. -CoLocation Environments – Hosting and managing critical infrastructure in secure facilities. -Network Equipment and Circuits – Fully managed hardware and connectivity assets. These services ensure Aster’s network is robust, scalable, and aligned with its strategic growth and acquisition plans. Claranet acts as Aster’s network infrastructure partner, delivering: -Design and Implementation – Creating tailored network architectures and deploying them. -Continuous Management – Proactive monitoring, maintenance, and optimization of network performance. -Ownership and Control – Managing all network equipment and circuits, which are Claranet-owned assets. -Strategic Insight – Leveraging deep historical knowledge of Aster’s environment and future roadmap to provide designs and budgetary proposals for upcoming growth. -Risk Mitigation – Ensuring operational continuity and minimizing disruption by maintaining existing infrastructure. Claranet’s long-standing involvement gives it unique expertise and readiness to support Aster’s current and future network needs.

This procurement is for the supply of network infrastructure services. Claranet has been Aster’s network infrastructure partner for over 10 years. Aster currently procures network infrastructure services that include the design, delivery, and ongoing management of its core networking environment from Claranet. This encompasses: -MPLS Network – A secure, high-performance network for connecting multiple sites. -Data Centre Breakout – Connectivity solutions for data centre operations. -Cloud Connect Services – Direct, reliable connections to cloud platforms. -CoLocation Environments – Hosting and managing critical infrastructure in secure facilities. -Network Equipment and Circuits – Fully managed hardware and connectivity assets. These services ensure Aster’s network is robust, scalable, and aligned with its strategic growth and acquisition plans. Claranet acts as Aster’s network infrastructure partner, delivering: -Design and Implementation – Creating tailored network architectures and deploying them. -Continuous Management – Proactive monitoring, maintenance, and optimization of network performance. -Ownership and Control – Managing all network equipment and circuits, which are Claranet-owned assets. -Strategic Insight – Leveraging deep historical knowledge of Aster’s environment and future roadmap to provide designs and budgetary proposals for upcoming growth. -Risk Mitigation – Ensuring operational continuity and minimizing disruption by maintaining existing infrastructure. Claranet’s long-standing involvement gives it unique expertise and readiness to support Aster’s current and future network needs.

Project: The refurbishment of the flat garage roof NB: All roofing work to be carried out by an accredited contractor Erect tubular steel scaffolding with required lifts to such elevations, including suitable access for removing the shared chimney and dismantle on completion. All scaffolding to be measured against the face of the building and to include the lift heights for a specific work type and trade. Allow for removal of existing roof coverings, leaving the plastic fascia Remove existing felt and roof decking, safely lower to ground level and remove from site. Check purlins and report findings to Aster surveyor for agreed repairs. Carry out repairs Allow for the supply and install new firring pieces Allow to supply and install new decking Allow for supplying and installing new Iko Challenger Sanded Underlay Supply and fix new Iko Goldseal capsheet. Ensuring that it is fully bonded with a 5 – 15mm bead from all sides including end laps Allow to clean existing fascia The contractor is to leave the properties and surrounding areas etc clean and clear to original condition. Wash down windows, doors, and existing/new PVCu Fascia's/soffits on completion to remove dirt & debris caused by roofing works.

Project: The refurbishment of the main roof NB: All roofing work to be carried out by an NFRC and Garland accredited contractor & must be able to self-certify via the competent roofing scheme or Principal contractor to arrange and pay for a Building Control inspection. As part of contractor pre-survey, contractor should identity and protect any soil vent pipes and internals gutters. It is the contractors responsibility to identify any dilapidations of the block façade and the surrounding area (e.g broken curbs, bollards and existing cut up grass) Erect tubular steel scaffolding with required lifts to such elevations, including suitable access for the fascia work. Contractor to risk assess material up, waste down to/from work area, including operatives. All scaffolding to be measured against the face of the building and to include the lift heights for a specific work type and trade. Remove existing roof covering and safely lower to ground level and remove from site. Contractor to ensure the internal gutters are protected when removing roof covering. Install new roof (and associated works) as per Garland technical specification document dated 25/09/25 Material and debris will be removed from site The contractor is to leave the properties and surrounding areas etc clean and clear to original condition. Wash down windows, doors, and existing/new PVCu Fascia's/soffits on completion to remove dirt & debris caused by roofing works. On completion contractor to arrange CCTV of internal gutters from 1st manhole to establish that they are clear of debris before and after roof works.

The requirement is for the racking, conversion and livery of LCV for Aster Group's newly acquired fleet. This is a Direct Award via the TPPL Framework (TPPLHCCOP03)