UK Public Sector Contracts & Tenders

Rykneld Homes (05864912) are direct awarding a contract for the provision of Drainage Services via the Efficiency East Midlands Limited (EEM) Drainage Services Framework (EEM0011) Sublot 1 Midlands. The contract will commence on 01st April 2025 for 3 years with the option of x2 further 12 month extensions.

Rykneld Homes (05864912) are direct awarding a contract for Loft Insulation works via the Efficiency East Midlands Limited (EEM) Insulation and Associated Works Framework (EEM0046) Lot 1 Midlands. The contract will commence on 01st April 2025 for one year.

Rykneld Homes are direct awarding a contract for their Kitchen and Bathrooms Programme via the Efficiency East Midlands Limited (EEM) Property Improvement and Decarbonisation Works Framework (EEM0056) Contract over £1m Midlands lot. The contract will commence on 01st June 2025 for 3 years with two further optional 1 year extensions taking the maximum contract term to 31st May 2030.

Efficiency East Midlands Ltd (EEM) is a not for profit consortium which establishes and manages a range of framework and DPS agreements. Our membership has now grown to over 352 public sector organisations including housing associations and ALMO's, Local Authorities, NHS trusts, Education Providers, Blue Light Services, Government Agencies and Charities. EEM have also established a formal collaboration with 3 like-minded procurement consortia - Westworks, South East Consortium and Advantage South West. The membership list for these three consortia may be obtained from the following website addresses: www.westworks.org.uk (https://www.westworks.org.uk) www.southeastconsortium.org.uk (https://www.southeastconsortium.org.uk) www.advantagesouthwest.co.uk (https://www.advantagesouthwest.co.uk) EEM have awarded an Property Improvement Works Framework to replace our existing Framework which expired in January 2024.

EEM Partner, Meta Procurement Ltd is undertaking a compliant UK tender exercise under the Open Procedure of the Public Contract Regulations (2015) to establish a national Framework Agreement for surveillance camera and video devices, associated software and ancillary products, services and solutions for a period of 4 years. The contractors shall provide products and services which contracting bodies can access through the Framework Agreement. The provision of surveillance camera and video devices, associated software and ancillary products, services and solutions is an indicative outline of our requirements and not exhaustive of the provision of data and capability required.

Efficiency East Midlands Ltd (EEM) is a not for profit consortium set up to drive cost and efficiency savings in the public sector. Since 2010, EEM and its Members have worked together to deliver comprehensive yet simplified procurement solutions, which offer a wide range of compliant, competitive and high-quality products and services. EEM's vision is to develop a collaborative working approach, which delivers the fullest possible range of organisational, financial and social benefits. EEM was formed in 2010 with five founding members, all housing providers determined to reap the benefits of collaborative procurement. Our membership has now grown to over 300 public sector organisations including Housing Associations and ALMO's, Local Authorities, NHS Trusts, Education Providers, Emergency Services, Government Agencies and Charities. EEM also work in collaboration with 3 like-minded procurement consortia - Westworks, South East Consortium and Advantage South West. This means that on behalf of our Members, the Consortiums can utilise each other's Frameworks. The aim is to work together to align processes and practices where possible and provide the best possible service to our combined membership. This Framework will be available to all members from other consortia but managed by the EEM Team. EEM are awarding a Decorating Materials, Vouchers and Cyclical Decoration Works Framework to replace our existing Framework which will expire on Friday 23rd April 2022. The Framework will provide EEM Members with a provision for Decorating Materials on a delivery and counter collection basis, non-cash based Voucher or Card schemes and Cyclical Decoration Works to property Exterior and Interiors. The Framework is split into the following workstream Lots: • Lot 1 - Delivery and Counter Collection • Lot 2 - Cyclical Interior and Exterior Decoration • Lot 3 - Tenant Options Voucher Scheme Lot 1 has been created to support Members who have a requirement for a supplier of Decoration Materials either delivered or collected. Expected materials will include but not be limited to: • Matt Paint, Satin Paint, Gloss Paint, Exterior grade paints for Stone, brick, Metal, Plastic and other finishes • Primers and Undercoats • Fire retardant paints, Mould resisting paints and other technical paints • Wallpapers and wall coverings, adhesives for paper and tile, sealants, grouts and caulks. • Decorating tools and sundries Lot 2 has been created to support EEM Members who have a requirement for external or internal decoration work to residential or commercial properties. This will include but is not limited to: • Removing all blistered or defective coatings • Rubbing down & Washing down • Priming surfaces of various material types • Applying multiple coats of different types of paint • Removing and replacing glazing putty • Sealing & Caulking • Applying Varnish systems • Washing down with liquid soaps & Fungicidal washes • Making Good open holes and defects Lot 3 has been created to support Members who have a requirement for a non cash based, card or Voucher scheme. This will include an online management system for the distribution of specified decorating materials to Tenants.

Efficiency East Midlands Ltd (EEM) is a not for profit consortium which establishes and manages a range of framework and DPS agreements. Our membership has now grown to 294 public sector organisations including housing associations and ALMO's, Local Authorities, NHS trusts, Education Providers, Blue Light Services, Government Agencies and Charities. EEM have also established a formal collaboration with 3 like-minded procurement consortia -Westworks, South East Consortium and Advantage South West. The membership list for these three consortia may be obtained from the following website addresses: (https://www.westworks.org.uk) (https://www.southeastconsortium.org.uk) (https://www.advantagesouthwest.co.uk) EEM have conducted this tender exercise to procure a Passive Fire Protection Framework to replace the existing Framework which will expire late 2022. The Framework will provide EEM Members with a provision for their Passive Fire Protection including but not limited to: Carrying out surveys, fire door installs and repairs, compartmental surveys and remedial works, covering high and low rise buildings. The Framework agreement will be for a period of 48 months, running from Monday 21st November 2022 to 20th November 2026. A maximum of 8 Contractors were appointed onto each of the geographical lots of the Framework, ensuring that all our member's requirements are covered taking into consideration the range of locations our members are located in. The Framework enables EEM to cover the UK under the following sub lots: Lot 1 has been created to support Members with the geographical area Midlands. Lot 2 has been created to support Members with the geographical area London. Lot 3 has been created to support Members on a National basis.

Efficiency East Midlands Ltd (EEM) is a not for profit consortium which establishes and manages a range of framework and DPS agreements. Our membership has now grown to 261 public sector organisations including housing associations and ALMO's, Local Authorities, NHS trusts, Education Providers, Blue Light Services, Government Agencies and Charities. EEM have also established a formal collaboration with 3 like-minded procurement consortia - Westworks, South East Consortium and Advantage South West. The membership list for these three consortia may be obtained from the following website addresses: www.westworks.org.uk (https://www.westworks.org.uk) www.southeastconsortium.org.uk (https://www.southeastconsortium.org.uk) www.advantagesouthwest.co.uk (https://www.advantagesouthwest.co.uk) EEM conducted this procurement exercise and have subsequently awarded and entered in framework agreements with suppliers for the provision of lifts installs, lifts refurbishment, lift servicing and maintenance services. The Framework was tendered and awarded based on the following lots: Lot 1 - Lifts Installs and Refurbishment Lot 2 - Lifts Servicing and Maintenance The above two main lots were further split and tendered and awarded based on the three geographical area sublots: Sublot 1 - Midlands Sublot 2 - National Sublot 3 - London Contracting Authorities who requires a single service provider to manage the service can compliantly procure a single supplier via EEM0075. Contracting Authorities can use either a Direct Selection or via Mini Competition to appoint a service provider from the Framework.

Efficiency East Midlands Ltd (EEM) is a not for profit consortium which establishes and manages a range of framework and DPS agreements. Our membership has now grown to 285 public sector organisations including housing associations and ALMO's, Local Authorities, NHS trusts, Education Providers, Blue Light Services, Government Agencies and Charities. EEM have also established a formal collaboration with 3 like minded procurement consortia - Westworks, South East Consortium and Advantage South West. The membership list for these three consortia may be obtained from the following website addresses: www.westworks.org.uk (https://www.westworks.org.uk) www.southeastconsortium.org.uk (https://www.southeastconsortium.org.uk) www.advantagesouthwest.co.uk (https://www.advantagesouthwest.co.uk) EEM have conducted this tender exercise to create a Fire & Intruder Alarms, and Fire Protection Equipment Framework to replace the existing framework. The framework has been split into geographical lots: • Lot 1 - Midlands • Lot 2 - Greater London • Lot 3 - National Coverage

Efficiency East Midlands Ltd (EEM) is a not for profit consortium which establishes and manages a range of framework and DPS agreements. Our membership has now grown to 251 public sector organisations including housing associations and ALMO's, Local Authorities, NHS trusts, Education Providers, Blue Light Services, Government Agencies and Charities. EEM have also established a formal collaboration with 3 like-minded procurement consortia - Westworks, South East Consortium and Advantage South West. The membership list for these three consortia may be obtained from the following website addresses: www.westworks.org.uk (https://www.westworks.org.uk) www.southeastconsortium.org.uk (https://www.southeastconsortium.org.uk) www.advantagesouthwest.co.uk (https://www.advantagesouthwest.co.uk) EEM wishes to procure and enter into framework agreements with multiple Service providers for the Supply & Supply and Installation of Windows and Doors as well as Composite Fire Doors. The framework will be tendered and awarded based on the following lots: Lot 1 - Supply only of Windows and Doors Lot 2 - Supply and Installation of Windows and Doors Lot 3 - Supply only of Composite Fire Door Sets Lot 4 Supply and Installation of Composite Fire Doors Sets Contracting Authorities who require a service provider to provide replacement Window and Doors & Composite Fire Door Sets can compliantly procure a single contractor via EEM0073. Contracting Authorities can use either a Direct Selection or Mini Competition to appoint a service provider and only the service providers who sit on the Framework.

Efficiency East Midlands Ltd (EEM) is a not for profit consortium which establishes and manages a range of framework and DPS agreements. Our membership has now grown to 258 public sector organisations including housing associations and ALMO's, Local Authorities, NHS trusts, Education Providers, Blue Light Services, Government Agencies and Charities. EEM have also established a formal collaboration with 3 like-minded procurement consortia - Westworks, South East Consortium and Advantage South West. The membership list for these three consortia may be obtained from the following website addresses: www.westworks.org.uk (https://www.westworks.org.uk) www.southeastconsortium.org.uk (https://www.southeastconsortium.org.uk) www.advantagesouthwest.co.uk (https://www.advantagesouthwest.co.uk) EEM conducted this procurement exercise and have subsequently awarded and entered into framework agreements with contractors to carry out Insulation and associated works on behalf of our membership. Works via the framework are to include; • External Wall Insulation, design, enabling and installation works. • Exterior Render Systems . • Exterior Wall Cladding Systems. • External Wall Insulation Repair and Maintenance. • Internal Wall Insulation design, enabling and installation works. • Cavity Wall Insulation (Extraction Services, Virgin and Cavity Wall Insulation Re-fill). • Retrofit Floor Insulation (solid or suspended). • Loft Insulation (virgin and re-fill). • Attic/Room in Roof Insulation. • Retrofit Energy Efficiency measures to Park Homes. • Works associated with Insulation Programmes including but not limited to windows and doors, roofing, guttering, builders and ancillary works.

EEM seek to put in place a fully managed, neutral vendor National framework providing public sector bodies with a single, easy-to-use portal to procure Print, Fulfilment, and Mailing goods and services. From printed materials and bulk mailings to secure document fulfilment, buyers can access a wide range of suppliers through one streamlined digital platform-ensuring compliance, cost efficiency, and service flexibility for a period of 48 months. Full details of the framework scope are set out in the specification. The Framework Agreement will be open for use by all Public Sector organisations within the United Kingdom. The Indicative total contract value of this Framework Agreement over the full term of the contract has been calculated to be £30,000,000. EEM does not guarantee any volumes of business in respect of this Framework Agreement and any figures detailed as part of this ITT are estimates for information purposes only. EEM is seeking to establish a single-supplier Framework Agreement with a Neutral Vendor responsible for delivering a fully managed, end-to-end procurement portal for the provision of Print, Fulfilment and Mailing Services. This Framework is designed to offer public sector buyers a centralised online platform through which they can access a wide range of compliant and competitively priced services, delivered by an ecosystem of pre-approved supply chain partners managed by the Neutral Vendor. The appointed Neutral Vendor will act as the single point of access for all services under the Framework, ensuring a streamlined, transparent and efficient procurement route. The Neutral Vendor will be responsible for managing supplier relationships, service delivery, reporting, and quality assurance across all lots and service categories. This approach ensures flexibility and choice for Contracting Authorities, while reducing administrative burden and maximising value for money. The objectives of the Framework are: 1. Provide a single point of access for public bodies to procure print, fulfilment and mailing services efficiently. 2. Ensure a fully managed service, where the vendor oversees supplier management, order processing, and reporting. 3. Enhance transparency and cost efficiency by allowing price comparisons and budget tracking. 4. Promote sustainability and digital transformation by offering paperless workflows and eco-friendly procurement options. 5. Improve service accessibility through a user-friendly digital platform with real-time tracking and analytics. The appointed vendor will be responsible for: 1. Developing and maintaining a procurement portal to facilitate seamless transactions. 2. Onboarding and managing suppliers across different print, fulfilment and mailing service categories. 3. Ensuring compliance with public sector procurement regulations and required data standards. 4. Providing customer support and training for buyers and suppliers using the platform. 5. Delivering analytics and reporting capabilities for spend analysis, usage tracking, and sustainability metrics. EEM considers this Framework will help: 1. Enable EEM members, whether existing or future, and the wider public sector to call off services in an efficient and compliant way. 2. Provide access to a vetted list of suppliers, significantly reducing the time and effort needed to conduct individual procurements. 3. Ensure that all purchases meet legal and regulatory requirements, such as the Procurement Act 2023. 4. Provide better value to the buyer by creating a fairer and more efficient supply chain, whilst consolidating purchasing power to negotiate better pricing and terms. 5. Provide clear, pre-negotiated pricing structures, enabling buyers to achieve greater value for money. 6. Ensure access to cutting-edge and specialised solutions. 7. Allows buyers to better manage their purchases in line with ever changing requirements. 8. Encourages greater innovation and quality by providing access to innovative products and services, including from niche vendors, ensuring buyers can procure the latest technology, solutions and services. 9. Promote competition among suppliers, driving competition and higher quality standards. 10. Reduce procurement risks by offering contracts with established suppliers that adhere to framework terms and conditions.

Efficiency East Midlands Ltd (EEM) is a procurement consortium which establishes and manages a range of frameworks and DPS agreements. https://eem.org.uk/ EEM conducted this tender exercise to procure a Materials Framework to replace our existing Materials Framework (EEM0072) that expires on 31st March 2025 and our Supply of Kitchen Units Framework (EEM0074) that expired in 2024. The new framework commenced on 01st April 2025 with a lead in period before. The Framework provides EEM Members and Users with a provision for the supply and distribution of materials which fall in to one of the following lots: Lot 1 - Managed Solution • Lot 1a - Managed Solution National • Lot 1b - Managed Solution Regional Independent Supplier Lot 2 - Trade Specific Materials • 2a - General Building Materials including Timber, Joinery and flooring Materials • 2b - Electrical Materials • 2c - Plumbing, Heating and Gas (Domestic and Commercial) Materials • 2d - Renewable Technologies and associated Materials • 2e - Kitchen Materials • 2f - Aids and Adaptation Materials • 2g - Roofing Materials Lot 3 - Tool and Plant Equipment Hire The Framework has been procured by EEM on behalf of the organisations that have been accepted as authorised users. Authorised users are classed as any current company law member, any future company law members and any user that has been authorised access to the frameworks and other public procurement tools provided by EEM. EEM is incorporated as a company limited by guarantee and is owned and governed by a small number of organisations who make up our 'Company Law Members', all of which are Contracting Authorities in their own right. The Framework Agreements being procured by the procurement exercise begun by publication of the Contract Notice will be entered by EEM as the Contracting Authority which will have undertaken and completed that procurement exercise. Any reference in the Contract Notice or tender documents to Contracting Authority is deemed to be and include a reference to EEM. The organisations entitled to access and use the Framework Agreements to be awarded at conclusion of the procurement exercise begun by publication of the Contract Notice are: Any current EEM Member - being an organisation which is a Company Law Member of EEM at the date of this Contract Notice and being one of the organisations who owns and governs EEM; Any Future Member of EEM, from time to time Company Law Members and the EEM Board may appoint additional Organisations to become Company Law Members. All Future Members will also be Contracting Authorities in their own right; and A Framework User - being an organisation who has signed and agreed to the terms of accessing EEM Frameworks and who is authorised to access the frameworks and other public procurement tools provided by EEM. EEM frameworks may accessed by all publicly funded organisations. Frameworks can be used by any organisation that falls in to one or more of the categories listed below and can be identified through the links provided as users in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 or the Procurement Act 2023.

Efficiency East Midlands Ltd (EEM) is a not for profit consortium which establishes and manages a range of framework and DPS agreements. Our membership has now grown to over 360 public sector organisations including housing associations and ALMO's, Local Authorities, NHS trusts, Education Providers, Blue Light Services, Government Agencies and Charities. EEM have also established a formal collaboration with 3 like-minded procurement consortiaWestworks, South East Consortium and Advantage South West. The membership list for these three consortia may be obtained from the following websites addresses: (https://www.westworks.org.uk) (https://www.southeastconsortium.org.uk) (https://www.advantagesouthwest.co.uk) EEM have conducted a tender exercise and established a Asbestos Survey and Removal Services Framework to replace our existing Framework which expired in May 2024. The Framework will provide EEM Members with a provision for their Asbestos Survey, Removal and Disposal Services covering both Domestic & Commercial properties to help members deliver safe Asbestos working solutions. The Framework agreement will be for a period of 48 months, running from Monday 17th June 2024 to 16th June 2028. 8 Contractors have been appointed onto each of the four sublots: Lot 1 - Asbestos Surveys and Analytical Services Sublot 1 - Midlands Sublot 2 - National Coverage Lot 2 - Asbestos Removals & Disposal Services Sublot 1 - Midlands Sublot 2 - National Coverage

Efficiency East Midlands Ltd (EEM) is a not for profit consortium which establishes and manages a range of framework and DPS agreements. Our membership has now grown to over 360 public sector organisations including housing associations and ALMO's, Local Authorities, NHS trusts, Education Providers, Blue Light Services, Government Agencies and Charities. EEM have also established a formal collaboration with 3 like-minded procurement consortia-Westworks, South East Consortium and Advantage South West. The membership list for these three consortia may be obtained from the following websites addresses: (https://www.westworks.org.uk) (https://www.southeastconsortium.org.uk) (https://www.advantagesouthwest.co.uk) EEM have conducted a tender exercise to procure a Roofing Replacement and Roofing Repairs Services Framework to replace our existing Framework which expired in July 2024. The Framework will provide EEM Members with a provision for their Roofing Services covering both Domestic & Commercial properties to help members deliver a roofing solution. The Framework agreement is for a period of 48 months, running from Monday 22nd July 2024 to 21st July 2028. Seven contractors have been awarded onto the Framework, covering the geographical sublots of National and the Midlands, ensuring that all our member's requirements are covered taking into consideration the range of locations our members are located in. The Framework requires EEM to covers England & Wales under the following sublots: Lot 1 Roofing Replacement, Sublot 1 Midlands and Sublot 2 National Coverage. Lot 2 Roofing Repairs, Sublot 1 Midlands and Sublot 2 National Coverage. Contracting Authorities can use a Direct Selection or Mini Competition to appoint a Contractor and only the Contractor who sits on the relevant geographical sublots, the Contracting Authority is looking to use can participate in the selection process.

Efficiency East Midlands Ltd (EEM) is a not for profit consortium which establishes and manages a range of framework and DPS agreements. Our membership has now grown to over 360 public sector organisations including housing associations and ALMO's, Local Authorities, NHS trusts, Education Providers, Blue Light Services, Government Agencies and Charities. EEM have also established a formal collaboration with 3 like-minded procurement consortia - Westworks, South East Consortium and Advantage South West. The membership list for these three consortia may be obtained from the following website addresses: www.westworks.org.uk (https://www.westworks.org.uk) www.southeastconsortium.org.uk (https://www.southeastconsortium.org.uk) www.advantagesouthwest.co.uk (https://www.advantagesouthwest.co.uk) EEM have awarded an PPE, Workwear, Janitorial And Site Equipment Supplies Framework to replace our existing Framework which expired in May 2024. two.1.6) Information about lotsII.1.6) Information about lots

Efficiency East Midlands Ltd (EEM) is a not for profit consortium which establishes and manages a range of framework and DPS agreements. Our membership has now grown to over 320 public sector organisations including housing associations and ALMO's, Local Authorities, NHS trusts, Education Providers, Blue Light Services, Government Agencies and Charities. EEM have also established a formal collaboration with 3 like-minded procurement consortia-Westworks, South East Consortium and Advantage South West. The membership list for these three consortia may be obtained from the following website addresses:(https://www.westworks.org.uk) (https://www.southeastconsortium.org.uk) (https://www.advantagesouthwest.co.uk) Efficiency East Midlands (EEM Ltd) carried out this tender exercise on behalf of our membership to establish a Water Treatment Management Services (Domestic & Commercial) Framework to replace our existing Framework which expired in March 2024. The Framework will provide EEM Members with a provision for their Water Treatment Services covering both Domestic & Commercial but not limited to carrying out Water Risk Assessments, Water Monitoring and all types of Remedial works to help members deliver safe water supply. The Framework agreement will be for a period of 48 months, running from Monday 11th March 2024 to 10th March 2028. 8 Contractors have been appointed onto each of the geographical sublots, (Midlands & National) of the Framework, ensuring that all our member's requirements are covered taking into consideration the range of locations our members are located in.

Efficiency East Midlands Ltd (EEM) is a not for profit consortium which establishes and manages a range of framework and DPS agreements. Our membership has now grown to 314 public sector organisations including housing associations and ALMO's, Local Authorities, NHS trusts, Education Providers, Blue Light Services, Government Agencies and Charities. EEM have also established a formal collaboration with 3 like-minded procurement consortia - Westworks, South East Consortium and Advantage South West. The membership list for these three consortia may be obtained from the following website addresses: www.westworks.org.uk (https://www.westworks.org.uk) ( https://www.westworks.org.uk (https://www.westworks.org.uk) ) www.southeastconsortium.org.uk (https://www.southeastconsortium.org.uk) ( https://www.southeastconsortium.org.uk (https://www.southeastconsortium.org.uk) ) www.advantagesouthwest.co.uk (https://www.advantagesouthwest.co.uk) ( https://www.advantagesouthwest.co.uk (https://www.advantagesouthwest.co.uk) ) EEM have awarded an Electrical Repairs, Maintenance and Installation Framework to replace our existing Framework which expired on 1st March 2024.

Efficiency East Midlands Ltd (EEM) is a not for profit consortium which establishes and manages a range of Frameworks and Dynamic Markets agreements. Our membership includes public sector organisations such as housing associations and ALMO's, local authorities, NHS trusts, education providers, emergency services, government agencies and charities. EEM have also established a formal collaboration with 3 like-minded procurement consortia - Westworks, South East Consortium and Advantage South West. The membership list for these three consortia may be obtained from the following website addresses: http://www.westworks.org.uk http://www.southeastconsortium.org.uk http://www.advantagesouthwest.co.uk The aim is to work together to align processes and practices, share our frameworks where possible and provide the best possible services to our combined members and usership. All current and future members and users of EEM are able to access this Framework. EEM have conducted this tender exercise to procure a Heating and Hot Water Systems Framework. The framework has been awarded based on the II.2.5 Award Criteria.