The fifth generation Southern Construction Framework (SCF-5) currently in place is due to expire 1st May 2027. Hampshire County Council and Devon County Council (the Authorities) are together re-procuring the next generation of the Southern Construction Framework. As with previous generations, this framework will predominantly support contracting authorities with construction delivery across the South East, South West and London regions. However, the new SCF-6 framework will also be open to all Public Sector Bodies in England should they wish to use it.
Applicable Public Sector Bodies will be Contracting Authorities as defined under the Procurement Act 2023. For the purposes of this procurement, “Contracting Authority” includes any organisation that is subject to the Procurement Act 2023, including but not limited to:
• Central Government Departments and their executive agencies
• Non-departmental public bodies
• Local authorities and combined authorities
• NHS bodies and healthcare organisations
• Emergency services (police, fire and rescue, ambulance services)
• Educational establishments including schools, academies, colleges and universities
• Registered providers of social housing
• Organisations owned and/or operated by a public body
• Public corporations and other bodies governed by public law
This framework may also be used by any successor organisation or any organisation established to perform substantially similar functions. A non-exhaustive list of such organisations is available at: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations
Additionally, the framework may be used by organisations where an element of funding from a public body is included or where the contracting body deems a public interest in using the framework.
Southern Construction Framework (SCF) is a managed framework, not merely a route to market, and defines the behaviours, standards and processes that all SCF contractors are expected to meet. SCF exists to help public sector clients deliver predictable, safe, sustainable projects, with value‑for‑money at its core. We achieve this by embedding early engagement, collaboration, and transparency across procurement, pre‑construction, construction and aftercare. SCF is actively managed by an experienced Framework Management Team (FMT) that supports clients and contractors, provides governance and assurance, and monitors performance to drive continuous improvement.
Developed in collaboration over the past 20 years, SCF is overseen by a Joint Working Agreement between Devon and Hampshire County Councils. During the 5th generation of SCF, the arrangements surpassed £10bn of delivery across the Public Estate in the South of England. In that time, SCF has supported over 850 public sector clients, including local authorities, central government departments, universities, emergency services and many others.
The Southern Construction Framework (SCF) is designed to support the full breadth of public sector construction needs, and contractors seeking a place on the framework must be prepared to deliver an exceptionally wide range of project types. SCF is built to serve public sector clients across all scales and disciplines, ensuring they can confidently procure new builds, refurbishments, complex fit‑outs, and specialist works through a trusted and compliant route. For contractors, this means demonstrating the capability, flexibility, and collaborative approach required to operate within a framework that responds to varied and often highly technical public sector requirements.
SCF’s portfolio ranges from modest school extensions and internal upgrades to major leisure centres, civic buildings, healthcare improvements, and advanced science and research facilities. Contractors are expected to support this full spectrum, bringing the expertise to manage straightforward schemes as well as the governance, quality standards, and problem‑solving needed for complex, multi‑stakeholder environments.
SCF6 will operate for all projects and will be split into geographic and value-based lots. The previous generation had a framework cap of £4.5bn with an anticipated workload of £1.92bn over the 4 years it is set to operate. As of July 2025, SCF has achieved a workload of £1.85bn (96% of turnover at 75% of framework duration). The SCF6 framework cap has been revised up to reflect both the performance and an increase in scope it covers.
The project can be found by going to https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hampshire/aspx/Tenders/Current and then searching for 'UN27073'. You will need to click on 'View Details' for the project and then click the 'Express Interest' button to be able to view and download the ITT documents.
Any reference to 'Specification' in the ITT is referring to the Guidelines and Working Practices Document (Annex 1 a-l)
Construction of Revoe Community Sports Facilities Development
Blackpool Council is looking to appoint a Supplier for the delivery of 2 x 7-a-side 3G Football Pitches, 1 x Multi Use Games Area, 2 x Padel Courts and associated landscaping. The site is adjacent to Blackpool Football Club, off Seasiders Way, Blackpool. The scheme is at RIBA Stage 3, and Blackpool Council will engage a Lead Consultant who will continue to be employed by Blackpool Council throughout the duration of the works through to completion. A planning application was submitted in April 2026, and a decision is due to be confirmed at the beginning of September 2026. The Contracting Authority wishes to appoint a Supplier who can clearly demonstrate the ability to meet our requirements and who offers the most advantageous tender.
Stage 1 - Request to Participate (RtP)
The first stage of this Procurement Procedure requires that you complete a Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ). The PSQ is designed to capture core information and provide the Contracting Authority with sufficient information to select (short-list) a suitable number of capable Suppliers who will be invited to proceed to the next stage of the Procurement Procedure.
Only Requests to Participate which satisfy all conditions of participation will be eligible for consideration to be invited to the next stage of the Procurement Procedure.
In line with Regulation 85 subsection 3 of the Procurement Act 2023 this below threshold works tender is being conducted under a two-stage process.
View 2-notice timelineLatest notice released 7 Sept 2026
Local GovernmentUpdate 7 notices
Construction Related Consultancy Framework
A new Framework Alliance Agreement for Construction Related Consultancy Services (CRCS) is required and will run along side our existing Construction, Estates and Property Professional Services Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) until the expiry of the DPS in March 2028.
Haringey Council is acting as lead contracting authority (as defined in the Procurement Act 2023) for the purposes of undertaking this open procedure procurement exercise in accordance with section 20(2)(a) of the Act and concluding a Framework Alliance Agreement (FAC-1) with each of the successful tenderers.
The Client invites Tenders from Tenderers who can provide high quality consultancy services, suppliers are expected to have a customer focused approach that delivers value for money and social value for the services as set out in the Service Specification for each discipline
View 7-notice timelineLatest notice released 7 Sept 2026
Local GovernmentTender
007739 - Project Request Construction of Gala Field Sports Pitches
The proposed development comprises the construction of two new playing fields: one full sized adult football pitch and one youth pitch sized in accordance with Sport England / FA guidelines and Performance Quality Standards (PQS), on the derelict site of the former Chevyside Middle School, off Yetholm Place.
This tender is to appoint a main supplier for the construction of a new single storey (with attic storage) Village Hall and football changing facilities at the Recreation Ground, Whitcross, Barwick, Yeovil, Somerset BA22 9TQ
Works include building construction, utilities, external areas, and access/parking provision all as detailed and described in the attached documents. The hall is intended as a flexible, multiuse facility supporting community groups, the Parish Council, wellbeing activities, small events, family programmes, and general local services, with additional provision of changing room facilities for teams and officials for the adjacent football pitch.
The tender process is a below-threshold Open Procedure (single-stage).
The contract will be a JCT intermediate contract with Contractor Design Portion applicable in respect of some elements as defined in the accompanying documents.
The project has full planning approval 22/03289/FUL
View 2-notice timelineLatest notice released 9 Oct 2026
Local GovernmentTender 4 notices
Dynamic Purchasing System for Construction Contractors and Subcontractors and Ancillary Services
**IMPORTANT - This notice is a duplication of TED notice 278841-2019 published 12/06/2019 and TED change notice 522277-2023. This notice is to allow for the award of further competitions via the FTS System. Please note this is not a new notice**
(copy link) https://ted.europa.eu/en/notice/-/detail/278841-2019
The Council of the Borough of Kirklees (including Kirklees neighbourhood housing identified as the 'Council' is seeking to establish a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for construction contractors, subcontractors and ancillary services to undertake repair/ maintenance works/services for its portfolio of assets.
The Authority have opted to establish a DPS as it is deemed the most appropriate option to meet its requirements and will enable a clear, consistent and compliant route to market. The DPS will be open to new entrants throughout its lifespan to allow coverage for ever changing requirements, including but not limited to new regulations and central government requirements.
The procurement documents and subsequent updates are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at: https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Supplier/PublicPurchase/41778/0/
The DPS is anticipated to commence June 2019 for a period of 60 months, with a provision to extend the DPS for up to five (5) further twelve (12) month periods (the 'DPS Period'). The end date in FTS has been amended in accordance with the transitional arrangements of the Procurement Act 2023.
The value of £154,000,000 represents the value as modified under change notice: 522277-2023.
Please see further below for more information on the lots.
The Council of the Borough of KirkleesYorkshireWAC-447208
View 4-notice timelineLatest notice released 23 Feb 2029
Local GovernmentTender 9 notices
Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Minor Construction Works across the County of Powys
Powys County Council has chosen to continue to offer an exciting opportunity for suitably qualified and experienced contractors in participating in a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the Provision of Minor Construction Works throughout the County of Powys. This initiative aims to streamline the procurement process and open up new possibilities for local and regional businesses.
View 9-notice timelineLatest notice released 23 Feb 2029
Local GovernmentTender
Dynamic Purchasing System for Construction Contractors and Subcontractors and Ancillary Services
**IMPORTANT - This notice is a duplication of TED notice 278841-2019 published 12/06/2019 and TED change notice 522277-2023. Please note this is not a new notice**
(copy link) https://ted.europa.eu/en/notice/-/detail/278841-2019
The Council of the Borough of Kirklees (including Kirklees neighbourhood housing identified as the 'Council' is seeking to establish a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for construction contractors, subcontractors and ancillary services to undertake repair/ maintenance works/services for its portfolio of assets.
The Authority have opted to establish a DPS as it is deemed the most appropriate option to meet its requirements and will enable a clear, consistent and compliant route to market. The DPS will be open to new entrants throughout its lifespan to allow coverage for ever changing requirements, including but not limited to new regulations and central government requirements.
The procurement documents and subsequent updates are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at: https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Supplier/PublicPurchase/41778/0/
Please disregard the Contract Start and Contract End dates on this notice. Further competitions will be issued as required throughout the lifetime of the DPS with subsequent service delivery at the times indicated in each specific further competition.
The Closing Date (23/02/2029) in Contracts Finder has been amended in accordance with the transitional arrangements of the Procurement Act 2023.
A variation to the DPS allows for the term to be extended for further periods, up to a maximum extended term of 60 months. The contract period shall not exceed 120 months.
There are 33 Lots on this DPS. For more information on the Lots, please refer to the TED notice: (copy link) https://ted.europa.eu/en/notice/-/detail/278841-2019 or the Procurement documents at: https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Supplier/PublicPurchase/41778/0/
The value of £154,000,000 represents the value as modified under change notice: 522277-2023.
Minor Construction Works and Maintenance Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS)
Nottinghamshire County Council on behalf of Mansfield District Council (MDC) (The Council) is seeking to establish a provider list, using a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS), of contractors able to provide the delivery of Minor Construction Works in North Nottinghamshire.
Contractors under this DPS will also be accessible to meet the requirements of Ashfield District Council (MDC), Rushcliffe Borough Council (RBC) and Broxtowe Borough Council (BXBC) for these services outlined within this DPS.
Contractors will be expected to work closely with The Council to fulfil the requirements for maintaining public health and safety and protecting property which is core to the delivery of these services.
Nottinghamshire County CouncilEast MidlandsWAC-26606
Dynamic Purchasing - Construction, Civil Engineering and associated works REVISED
Orkney Islands Council is extending its existing Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for all construction, Civil Engineering and associated works for a 60 month period.
This will replace the existing Approved Contractors List. Works up to 2,000,000 GBP including reactive and planned maintenance, improvements, re-developments, testing, servicing and associated works will be covered by this DPS.
Works will be procured from a range methods, from dayworks to quick quotes for works up to 50,000 GBP and open procurement for works between 50,000 GBP and 2,000,000 GBP or where there is limited competition.
Dynamic Purchasing - Construction, Civil Engineering and associated works
Orkney Islands Council is extending its existing Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for all construction, Civil Engineering and associated works for a 60 month period.
This will replace the existing Approved Contractors List. Works up to 2,000,000 GBP including reactive and planned maintenance, improvements, re-developments, testing , servicing and associated works will be covered by this DPS.
Works will be procured from a range methods, from dayworks to quick quotes for works up to 50,000 GBP and open procurement for works between 50,000 GBP and 2,000,000 GBP or where there is limited competition.
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Local GovernmentPlanning
Stansfield Road SuDS Project, Construction partner
This is for the procurement of a contractor to construct the Stansfield Road SuDS scheme and provide above and below ground maintenance for 12 months following construction. This scheme involves the construction of an attenuation basin on the green space adjacent to St. Dunstans Road TW4 7QW including excavation, new pipework and headwalls, 4 inspection chambers, lining and planting of basin.
Expression of Interest: Refurbishment and upgrade of Community Hub roof, refurbishment of 2No. toilet blocks and construction of new toilet facilities
Refurbishment of Community Hub roof and replacement fascias, barges and gutters with extension of existing fencing to yard. Refurbishment of Cory toilets and Railway toilets. Construction of new toilet block at Lawn's car park at Padstow, Cornwall. The works are due to be undertaken during the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2026. Expressions of interest should be sent to the Town Clerk by email [email protected]
The tender documents are due to be issued to the selected contractors W/C 17 August 2026 with a four-week tender period.
Construction and Redevelopment of New Sports Hub, Café Pavilion, and Park Infrastructure Works throughout Sloughbottom Park
Norwich City Council was awarded UK government's Levelling Up Fund (LUF) to deliver improvements to Sloughbottom Park. The project is centred on health and wellbeing, aiming to improve the park accessibility and amenities for all users, supporting more people to live healthier and more active lifestyles from a young age.
This construction project will deliver a linked set of new community and sporting facilities, including:
• A new Sports Hub designed to Sport England and Football Foundation standards which will include new changing facilities, including fully accessible facilities; changing places toilet; multi use studio; refreshment outlet and associated office reception and storage facilities
• Full refurbishment of existing Pavilion to provide a new café facility, public WCs and a community use room, to serve park users.
• Existing landscaping to the front of the Pavilion will be upgraded to allow for community use and easy transition between the new pavilion café and the new destination play park.
• To the south of the park sits an existing BMX track, this construction contract includes providing new footpaths and lighting to the track and the construction of a new modular storage building with lighting and potable water and associated facilities at the BMX track.
• Park's supporting infrastructure improvements throughout. The car park will be resurfaced with a new vehicle entrance, lighting and marked parking bays. Paths around the park will be resurfaced and lighting to the central path through the park to improve safety and visibility.
• Signage will be installed to assist with public navigation, particularly for the entrance into Sweetbriar Marshes from Sloughbottom Park.
• In addition to the main contractors works the following will be completed by specialist contractors under a separate contract:
o a new AGP football pitch will be constructed
o a new inclusive destination play park.
o Improvements and resurfacing of the BMX track, including a new electric start gate.
Construction of Perimeter Walking and Running Path
NOTICE TO TENDERERS
1.1. Issuing Body: Bilbrook Parish Council, Bilbrook Village Hall, Joey's Lane, Bilbrook, WV8 1JL
1.2. Contact Email: [email protected]
1.3. Project Title: Construction of Perimeter Walking and Running Path
1.4. Site Location: Twentyman Playing Fields, Joeys Lane, Bilbrook, WV8 1JL
1.5. Funding Status Notice: Tenderers are advised that this procurement process and any subsequent contract award are strictly subject to Bilbrook Parish Council successfully acquiring the necessary external grant funding and financial approvals for the project. Bilbrook Parish Council reserves the right to cancel, suspend, or amend this tender process at any stage without liability for any costs incurred by tenderers.
Framework Agreement for Building and Construction Consultancy Services - Multi Lot.
The London Borough of Hillingdon is looking for suitably qualified consultants to be party to a Framework Agreement for Building and Construction Consultancy Services.
The Scope of the Framework Agreement
The Framework will consist of the following Lots:
1. Multi-Disciplinary Services
2. Architectural and Building Design Services
3. Building Services Engineering (M&E)
4. Building Surveying Services
5. Structural Engineering
6. Quantity Surveying Services
7. Environmental and Sustainability Advisory
8. Employers Agent
9. CDM Principal Designer
10. Building Safety Act Principal Designer
Above is a list of the Lots, if a requirement would fit under the Lot heading, it is considered included. Each Lot will include additional elements such as tender preparation, tendering, project management services, the provision of a wide range of advice on all matters concerned with planning, development and environmental issues which surround a building project.
Each Lot is also available as Multi-Disciplinary, providing the Lot selected at Call Off is the main requirement of the intended project.
This is a Competitive Flexible Procedure with 2 stages.
Stage 1 - (Selection Stage) will have the following weighting:
Quality (Technical)- 100%
It is intended that the Authority will shortlist to all those Applicants that are ranked within the top 10 of Stage 1 and to any that are tied 10th for each Lot and will then be invited to the second stage of the procurement process, the Invitation to Tender (ITT - Stage 2)
Those shortlisted and invited to tender under Stage 2 - (ITT) will be evaluated on the following weightings:
Commercial (Price) - 30%
Quality (Technical)- 70%
Each shortlisted Applicant will be invited at the ITT stage 2 to submit a tender.
Following the ITT Stage, the intention of the Framework Agreement is to Award places to the top 6 ranked bids and to any that are tied 6th, per Lot.
The maximum number of Lots that can be awarded to any one Consultant will be six (6) Lots.
At ITT stage, If a consultant is ranked within the top six scoring bids for more than six Lots, they will have Lots selected for them based upon their order of preference with the vacancy from the discarded Lots given to the next lower ranked consultant who has placed a bid in the discarded Lot. Where there are no other lower ranked Consultants, more than six Lots can be awarded.
Each Lot will be divided into Project Price Bands of the following amounts:
Project Price Band A £0 - £50k
Project Price Band B £50k - £250k
Project Price Band C £250k - £750K
Project Price Band D £750 - £2M
Project Price Band E £2M - £5M
Project Price Band F £5M - £10M
Project Price Band G £10M - £20M
Any project that is above £20m in value will be subject to a Mini-Competition.
All bidders must return rates for all Price Bands within the Lot(s) they are applying for.
The fees submitted should be the maximum fees you are prepared to charge at Call Off Stage for a Direct Award.
It is expected that upon conclusion of the Framework Agreement it will be made available to other Nationwide Public Bodies, to utilise if they wish to do so via an Access Agreement.
Each Lot will be evaluated and awarded separately. Tenderers will need to complete all required sections within each Lot to be considered.
This is for a Framework with a duration of 4 years, available to any public body to use if they wish. There is no pipeline of projects available as we cannot anticipate its use.
All Call Off contracts awarded from this Framework will be subject to a 1.5% rebate, plus VAT, based on the value of the awarded contract, payable to the London Borough of Hillingdon. This will apply to any and all contracts awarded via the Lead Authority or Contracting Authority/Authorised Users.
See tender pack for full details.
St Albans City and District Council (SADC) is exploring the future procurement for preconstruction services for design development of new temporary accommodation, with design development to be led by a main works contractor for a variety of sites in St Albans City and District.. The appointed contractor will lead design development and submission of
planning applications for up to approximately 40 units of 1-2 bed homes across the initial two
development sites. The successful contractor will be expected to consider all opportunities to
prioritise timely delivery of a cost and energy efficient design which may include modern
methods of construction to achieve this aim.
Expression of Interest: Refurbishment and upgrade of Community Hub roof, refurbishment of 2No. toilet blocks and construction of new toilet facilities
Refurbishment of Community Hub roof and replacement fascias, barges and gutters with extension of existing fencing to yard. Refurbishment of Cory toilets and Railway toilets. Construction of new toilet block at Lawn's car park at Padstow, Cornwall. The works are due to be undertaken during the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2026. Expressions of interest should be sent to the Town Clerk by email [email protected]
The tender documents are due to be issued to the selected contractors W/C 17 August 2026 with a four-week tender period.
Basildon Borough Council is exploring opportunities to establish and operate a new Basildon Construction Academy that will support the delivery of local skills, training, employment and apprenticeship opportunities aligned with the borough's regeneration and growth ambitions.
Prior to commencing any formal procurement process, the Council is seeking to engage with experienced training providers, further education institutions, industry operators, and consortium partners to help shape the future operating model for the Academy.
The Council is therefore inviting interested organisations to participate in an interactive pre-market engagement workshop to discuss opportunities, challenges, delivery models and options appraisals to help form the specification.