housing contracts

VIVID Housing Limited is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to enter into a Qualifying Long-Term Agreement (QLTA) for the Communal Doors Installation and Replacement Works, across its housing portfolio. The scope of the agreement includes the survey, design, manufacture, supply, installation, replacement of communal entrance doors. The Contract will include a range of door types and associated components, including steel, aluminium, timber, composite and UPVC door sets, glazing, curtain walling and door entry access control systems. All works must comply with current Building Regulations, relevant British Standards, fire safety requirements, accessibility requirements, and Secured by Design standards. The appointed contractor will be responsible for carrying out property surveys, consulting with residents where required, manufacturing and installing compliant door sets, and ensuring minimal disruption to residents during delivery of the works.

Eastleigh Borough Council (the Authority) is seeking to appoint an expert Main Contractor to undertake the design & build of 192 new mixed tenure homes in Botley, Eastleigh, Hampshire. Full development consent has been secured in 2026. The Authority committed itself to provide new homes, services and infrastructure, at this development, known as Kings Copse Avenue (KCA). KCA is a key part of the Authority's self-delivery of housing pipeline. A dedicated project delivery team has been established that has overseen the planning stages and will support delivery of the development. Planning Application (F/25/100141) lists the permission secured for the 192 new homes, the Authority has an adopted policy of 'infrastructure first' and commits to progress our own developments at pace, taking all reasonable steps ahead of a main contractor award, to de-risk the development, to aid a swift start, leading to occupations. The programme anticipates a start on site in Q3 2027, first plot completions in early 2028 and final completion in late 2030, delivering all 192 plots together as a single phase with the associated infrastructure, soft and hard landscaping and open spaces. The Authority seeks to appoint the works required at KCA, pursuant to a JCT Design and Build Contract 2024. Further details in relation to KCA and the works required are provided in the Project Brief, which is provided as part of the associated tender documents for this procurement. The contract will be awarded as one Lot. This procurement process is following a competitive flexible procedure under the Procurement Act 2023 and is split into the following phases. Phase 1 - Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) Potential suppliers will be required to complete a Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) compromising: • Pass/fail questions setting out Conditions of Participation • Questions on technical capabilities which will be evaluated and scored. The PSQ is to be returned by 11/11/2026, with clarifications closing on 06/11/2026. The Authority intends that it will invite the four highest scoring potential suppliers - based on the scored technical capability responses - that satisfy Conditions of Participation to participate in an invitation to tender (ITT) stage. Phase 2 - Invitation to Tender (ITT) The ITT phase is intended to comprise of: • A pricing submission; • A development specific technical submission; and • Interviews with potential suppliers. Each submission and the interviews will be evaluated and scored. If the Authority does not conduct a BAFO stage, the contract will be awarded to the supplier whose tender is determined to be the most advantageous tender following evaluation of the ITT submission and interview in accordance with the award criteria and assessment methodology set out in the associated tender documents provided to suppliers invited to the ITT stage. Phase 3 - Optional BAFO Stage Following evaluation of the initial tenders and interviews, the Authority reserves the right, but is not obliged, to invite all potential suppliers remaining in the procedure to submit a Best and Final Offer ("BAFO"). The Authority may invoke the BAFO stage where it considers that suppliers should be given an opportunity to improve their tenders in relation to price, quality and/or contractual matters before the final award decision. If the BAFO stage is used, the Authority will notify participating suppliers of the timetable, permitted scope of revisions and applicable submission requirements.

NB: The Councils' high level requirements are summarised below with further important details included within the Procurement Documents accessible via https://supplier.in-tend.co.uk/portsmouthcc/home. INTRODUCTION Portsmouth City Council - the 'Council' - will require the appointed provider to develop approx. 60 new extra care housing units on a design, build, finance and operate (DBFO) basis at the site of the now demolished Edinburgh House Care Home. The site is located in located within Sundridge Close, Cosham, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO6 3JL and is wholly owned by the Council. The intention is for the Council to retain the freehold (disposal not precluded at this point) and offer a long lease arrangement, which will include 100% nomination rights to the Council on a 100% affordable rent basis. Rent and service charge will be eligible for housing benefit should residents be eligible. Residents will only be eligible if they are being supported by the Council. KEY OBJECTIVES The aim of the project is to deliver affordable high-quality, sustainable accommodation that meets the needs of older people and vulnerable adults, promoting independence while ensuring access to care and support services as required. In undertaking this project, the Council is targeting achievement of the following key objectives: • To provide affordable, purpose-built extra care housing units that enable residents to live independently for as long as possible. • To ensure the design and operation of the scheme adhere to best practice, regulatory standards, and local planning requirements. • To deliver a financially sustainable model for both the provider and the local authority. • To offer a supportive environment with access to care services, communal spaces, and facilities that enhance quality of life. • To deliver a development that is as sustainable and efficient for both residents and the environment as possible. CONTRACT TERM, KEY DATES & MILESTONES The Council is targeting to have completed the procurement process and secured a preferred provider by the end of May 2027. The Council will enter into a agreement for lease with the secured provider on an initial 12-month term and subject to a 30 month long stop timescale. The provider must have submitted a planning application within 6 months of commencement of the agreement for lease. Development must formally commence within 4 months of planning permission being clear of judicial review proceedings and must be completed within 24 months. The Council will enter into a long lease arrangement with the Provider based upon the Heads of Terms set out within the following section. The length of the lease and extension options will be determined through the procurement process but will be no less than 40 years in minimum duration and no more than 250 years in respect of maximum duration including for any extension options. The associated Nominations agreement will run co-terminus with the length of the lease or, if less than the duration of the lease, the operational life span of the developed affordable Extra Care properties including for major refurbishment / modernisation to extend lifespan. COMMERCIAL ARRANGEMENTS & ESTIMATES The Council is not seeking to make significant rental income from the long lease arrangement which will be offered on a peppercorn basis. The Council will also consider proposals which require a level of underwriting for void properties. The Provider will be responsible for securing all, or at the least, the vast majority of development funding. The Council will consider bids which require a level of capital contribution from the Council if viability is dependent upon this. Based upon benchmarked average regional rent & service charge levels (1 bed £226 per week, 2 bed £255 per week), applying an average occupancy level of 90%, multiplying by the 60 no. properties development target and multiplying by 52 weeks the Council estimates that revenue generated through could be approximately £640,000 per year. With inflation applied at 2.5% estimate year on year compound basis, and also accounting for land value plus cost of enabling works already undertaken by the Council (total approx. £1.65M), the Council's business opportunity value estimate for a 40-year minimum lease term arrangement is approx. £45M. Over a max lease term of 250 years the business opportunity grows exponentially to £12.2B when compound inflation is applied. Noting that the nominations agreement term will be linked to the operational lifespan of the developed properties, which even with significant modernisation is unlikely to exceed 80 - 100 years, the upper end value of the business opportunity is more likely to fall between £160M - £280M. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT STATUS In 2023, the Edinburgh House site secured detailed planning approval for 50 extra care housing units and was designated with a C3 planning classification. Although planning approval is in place for 50 units, a high-level massing study has been undertaken inhouse and it is believed that the site has capacity for at least 60 affordable units. The Council will be looking to maximise the efficiency of the site, but at the same time, retain the benefits of a compliant extra care housing setting, which will achieve standards as set out within HAPPI and Housing LIN. In addition, the Council will be looking for adherence to TAPPI standards to enhance the use of technology where possible. The appointed partner will be expected to undertake a design review of the existing planning approval and amend accordingly to meet the Council's aspirations of securing at least 60 units. This will require a new Planning application. The Council has cleared the Edinburgh House site and constructed a new access road with all the appropriate rights required to ensure legal passage. However, it should be noted that the appointed DBFO partner will be required to meet certain obligations in relation to the access road. SUMMARY SCOPE The appointed provider will be appointed on a DBFO basis and therefore will be required to design a building to accommodate at least 60 units, secure a new Planning approval consent with the required legal agreements, complete the detailed design, secure all or at least the very significant majority of necessary funding, construct the new setting and then operate landlord & housing management services for a period as set out in the future lease. The DBFO provider will be required to design, construct and provide property management of the extra care housing in accordance with the Council's summary requirements defined within the Specification and associated documentation which will be issued at the next stage of the procurement process to the shortlisted providers. A summary of the providers specific Design, Build, Finance and Operate responsibilities are set out below: DESIGN • Develop architectural plans for the site, ensuring accessibility, safety, and comfort for residents. • Include a mix of unit sizes to accommodate diverse needs and preferences. Expected split of units 95% 1 bed & 5% 2 bed. • Incorporate communal areas, gardens, and activity spaces. • Secure detailed Planning permission for the development. • Ensure compliance with relevant building regulations, including fire safety and accessibility standards. • Ensure compliance with HAPPI and TAPPI Standards. • Consideration should be allowed for intergenerational living where possible. • Ensure that the design complies with a reasonable level of sustainability (BREEAM Excellent/Good) and considers the wider resident efficiencies. BUILD • Construct the extra care housing scheme to the agreed design, using sustainable materials and building practices. • Deliver all site infrastructure, landscaping, and ancillary works. • Complete construction within agreed timescales and budget. • Please note the obligations for appointed partner in relation to the highway access to the site, which has been constructed, but has some liabilities for the DBFO partner. • The DBFO provider should look to generate local labour policies during construction and consider linking to the social value element of the tender. FINANCE • Provide a robust financial model, including capital investment, operational costs, and rental income projections. • Demonstrate capacity to secure and manage funding for both construction and ongoing operations. • Ensure affordability for residents in line with local authority guidelines. • Ensure sustainable and viable long-term delivery of the development and service. OPERATE • Manage the day-to-day running of the scheme, including maintenance, resident services, resident tenancies, and staffing. • Ensure that residents costs are kept to a minimum and are deemed as affordable, including service charges. • Monitor and report on service quality, resident wellbeing, and scheme performance. • Self report against a set of high level KPI's as set by the Council which reflect those that Registered Providers are required to report to the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) CARE PROVISION The provider will NOT be responsible for the provision of care and support to residents which will be procured separately. The Council's commissioning strategy is for the care & support to be delivered by a different provider to help preserve residents' independence and flexibility. This approach will also enable the Council to make efficient use of existing commissioning models in respect of the provision of care services to vulnerable older persons and to align the care provided to the occupants of the extra care housing with that provided more widely. As such, the successful provider for the development and property management of the extra care housing secured via this procurement process will be barred from bidding for the future associated care and support contract.

The contract seeks full modernisation of the upper section of Old Barton Primary School, accessed via Green Street, to become Medina House School to be occupied from 1st September 2027. This includes full replacement heating system, creation of new classrooms, link corridor connecting the existing Cottage building, toilet refurbishments, creation of hygiene room and new catering kitchen. The Authority is seeking prices for two works options: Option A and Option A+B. These options reflect the scope of works that may be delivered, subject to the level of capital investment available. Suppliers are required to submit prices for both Option A and Option A+B as part of their Tender return. Failure to provide prices for both options may result in the Tender being deemed non-compliant. Where the returned prices are within the available budget, the Authority may proceed with Option A+B; where this is not achievable within budget, the Authority may proceed with Option A only. This is a decision of the Authority.

This Invitation to Tender is issued to those bidders wishing to provide a tender to Vale of White Horse District Council for Passive Fire Protection Remedial Repairs at their premises at Abbey House, Abingdon, Oxfordshire. The Works contract will comprise of passive fire protection remedial works to fire doors and will also require some fire compartmentalisation to be undertaken. Technical details, including building schematics and fire survey reports, can be found within the suite of tender documents.

Advance is seeking proposals from firms to be the Statutory External Auditors for the Association. In accordance with our Financial regulations the Board is seeking to retender these services for a period of at least three years with an option to extend for up to a further 2 years. The contract for the service will commence with the current financial year 2026/27, relating to the year ending 31 March 2027. A proposal should be provided to Advance on a fixed-price basis. Advance reserves the right to accept any proposal, whether or not the lowest, or not to accept any.

Eastleigh Borough Council (the Authority) is delivering an ambitious housing development to meet the needs of a growing population and lead the way for the Borough and its communities. In 2018, the Authority acquired 310 acres of land in Horton Heath and committed itself to provide new homes, services, infrastructure and businesses, that project is known as One Horton Heath (OHH). OHH is a landmark mixed-use development, located adjacent to the village of Horton Heath to the east of Eastleigh, Hampshire. A dedicated project delivery team has been established to oversee the planning and delivery of each parcel of the development. OHH is intended to be not only a commercially responsible project, but also one that recognises value extends beyond financial return. An Outline Planning Application for OHH was approved on the 27/10/2025 under the application number O/20/89498. The permission comprises severable and separate phases of development consisting of up to 2,500 residential units in total (across The Lower Acre, Quobleigh Breach, The Upper Acre, Round Copse, The Holme, The Homestal, Chalcroft Farm and The Folds phases and partially within Chalcroft Outfarm Works phase), a local centre, non-residential floorspace, a primary school, public open space (including formal sports facilities and informal provisions), allotments, ecological, landscape and sustainable drainage works and key infrastructure and utilities provision including new roads, footpaths, bridleways and cycle paths. The Authority made a commitment to the delivery of critical infrastructure early in the overall process and ahead of housing wherever possible which means that much of the major infrastructure associated with housing or non-residential development will have been installed or may be under construction alongside the works to be procured. This tender notice relates to the delivery of a phase of the development known as Upper Acre, the second residential parcel for delivery. It is intended to deliver 424 new mixed tenure homes and the current programme anticipates a start on site in March 2027, first plot completion in September 2027 and final completion in May 2030, delivering all plots together with the associated infrastructure, soft and hard landscaping and open spaces. A reserved matters application was submitted on 03 December 2025, validated on 09 December 2025 and granted on 19 March 2026 under reference (RM/25/100575) and Upper Acre is therefore covered by an approved reserved matters consent. The Authority is seeking to appoint a design and build contractor to undertake the works required at Upper Acre, pursuant to a JCT Design and Build Contract 2024. Further details in relation to Upper Acre and the works required are provided in the Project Brief, a draft of which is provided as part of the associated tender documents for this procurement. This procurement process is following a competitive flexible procedure under the Procurement Act 2023 and comprises: • a conditions of participation stage requiring suppliers to complete a Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) and enabling the Authority to identify a shortlist of suppliers to be invited to a tender stage. The PSQ is to be returned by 6th August 2026, with clarification to the PSQ by 27th July 2026; • shortlisted suppliers of the PSQ will be invited to bid for the main tender; and • this tender is intended to be a single stage submission followed by an interview, with the outcome of the submission determining the successful bidder. The Authority reserves the right to include further stages including a best and final offer stage.

The purpose of this tender is to appoint a Collaborative Mobility UK (CoMo) accredited single, capable car club operator to deliver and manage a fully serviced, end-to-end car club service across Abri's geographical operating area. The successful supplier will work collaboratively with Abri and relevant local authorities to support the provision of publicly accessible vehicles across a range of development types and locations. The service will include vehicle provision, customer membership and booking facilities, ongoing operation and maintenance of the car club, planning support, performance monitoring and reporting, dedicated account management, and the promotion and marketing of the service to drive membership growth and maximise utilisation. Abri is seeking a scalable, reliable and user-focused solution that supports planning obligations, promotes sustainable travel choices, and provides a consistent approach to car club provision across its operating area. Full details are highlighted within the tender pack.

As a social housing provider, FHDC is required to undertake landlord oil boiler servicing and maintenance to ensure that the oil-fired heating and hot water systems provided to its tenants remain safe, compliant and in good working order. FHDC is seeking an independent OFTEC-registered specialist contractor to undertake servicing, maintenance, repairs and associated works to approximately 96 domestic properties with oil-fired heating systems and to work collaboratively with FHDC to deliver this essential service. The contract is expected to include, but not be limited to planned maintenance, responsive repairs, installation and replacement works, and associated works. The contract is anticipated to start 1 April 2027 and continue for a period of 3 years (with the option to extend for a further period (or periods) of up to 24 months). Estimated contract value is based on £100,000 per annum excluding VAT. Estimated value of the initial 3-year term is £300,000 excl. VAT. Estimated value of full 5-year term if extended is £500,000 excl. VAT.

Kent County Council currently commissions accommodation-based services for Learning Disability, Physical Disability and Mental Health (LDPDMH) Residential Care. The existing arrangements are due to come to an end in 2027. The Council is therefore undertaking market engagement to support the progression of the new Working Age Adults Residential Living service, which will replace Learning Disability, Physical Disability and Mental Health (LDPDMH) Residential Care, and to inform the market of the approach for the procurement. This opportunity was originally advertised as combined with Supported Living, but will now be procured as a standalone framework. Please note that all dates stated within this Notice in relation to the commencement, duration and any potential extension of the new service, are provisional and subject to change.

VIVID Housing is seeking to appoint two experienced roofing contractors to deliver its planned roofing programme across its housing stock portfolio. The contract will cover the delivery of planned roof replacement and refurbishment works to residential properties and associated assets across VIVID's geographical operating areas. The programme is expected to support the continued improvement of housing quality, resident satisfaction, and asset performance while ensuring compliance with all relevant legislative, regulatory, and industry standards. The proposed contract will be established as a Qualifying Long-Term Agreement (QLTA).

VIVID Housing Ltd are seeking to employ a Principal Contractor to complete drainage works and resurfacing at Lower Common Road, Eversley, Hook, RG27 0QT. The works include, but are not limited, to: • Works to repair drainage network • Re-Surfacing of access road • Excavation of new drainage ditch • New outfall drain (subject to final neighbouring approvals)

Sitemark Ltd is managing a compliant public sector tender process on behalf of Muircroft Housing Association Ltd (the Contracting Authority) for the procurement of repair & maintenance services.

Sitemark Ltd is managing a compliant public sector tender process on behalf of Muircroft Housing Association Ltd (the Contracting Authority) for the procurement of repair & maintenance services.

Thanet District Council wishes to select and appoint a suitable select and appoint a Principal Contractor to execute the conversion of 38-40 Grosvenor Place, Margate and will be inviting prospective bidders’ to submit a Tender to meet the requirements. The Contract requires the sensitive refurbishment and conversion of this vacant building owned by the Council, to provide 11 x one bedroom flats for the Council’s use as temporary accommodation, supporting residents in the District experiencing homelessness. The completed project will be retained by the Council as part of its housing stock. Planning permission is required, and a decision is expected to be made by Planning Committee on 14 October 2026 (reference F/TH/26/0628). Details can be viewed for this via the Council’s planning portal at: https://www.thanet.gov.uk/info-pages/planning-application-search/. The contract is to be delivered with urgency, owing to the need for additional residential homes for temporary accommodation within the District, with a target construction phase of c. 12 months. The project falls within the remit of the Council’s longstanding ambition to increase the supply of affordable housing within the District, aligned directly with corporate objectives to deliver the housing we need. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Margate:-Refurbishment-of-run-down-buildings./9X62H5AFTE To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/9X62H5AFTE

Slough Borough Council intends to procure a care and support service at its two Extra Care Housing schemes, Northampton Place (56 flats) and The Pines (70 flats). The service combines a core 24/7 on-site presence (including two waking night staff per scheme) with planned care for individual tenants, paid on actual hours delivered (a core and flex model). The Council is carrying out preliminary market engagement to test its pricing approach, core service design and contract terms, following a procurement in 2025/26 that did not result in a contract. Providers are invited to complete the Request for Information; the Council may hold short follow-up conversations with individual respondents to clarify their responses. In order to find the Request for Information document, please navigate to the project which is in the Intend Portal - https://supplier.in-tend.co.uk/sesharedservices/home Please search for the project using reference Extra Care Housing Schemes in Slough – Care and Support Services (Northampton Place and The Pines) - SBC - 039263

West Berkshire Council is planning to establish a multi-provider open framework for the provision of residential services for older people. The framework will provide a route for placing eligible individuals in residential and nursing care settings, including provision for people living with dementia and other age-related or complex care needs.

Echelon Consultancy, acting on behalf of Fairhive, is undertaking preliminary market engagement to help shape the re-procurement of its materials supply contract. The link to respond to this market engagement is below: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=4l5r6t74ekKpRuEf1IxDUGMLHUhepMtFknQ-9oX17dRUNzQxU0NHUkdCTEowTzhRWU4zRjJGS01XTCQlQCN0PWcu Fairhive currently spends approximately £3.5 million per year on materials across all categories used by its Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) to deliver responsive repairs and void works. Fairhive intends to appoint a single supplier to deliver the whole contract through a managed store model. Further innovation and operational solutions will be considered throughout the procurement process. We would welcome the views of suppliers, merchants and other interested parties on the proposed approach, including the scope, contract structure and commercial model, to inform the design of the procurement. Any comments or feedback provided will be treated confidentially and will not be used in any part of the evaluation process. Participation in this engagement is optional and is not a condition of participating in any subsequent procurement.

The Council intends to appoint a suitably qualified, CQC-registered provider to deliver care and support across six Extra Care Housing schemes within the Oxfordshire area comprising of approximately 220 homes. The service will include a 24/7 on-site core response for emergencies and unplanned needs, alongside flexible planned care commissioned following individual Care Act assessments. Requirements may also include wellbeing checks, support for new residents, step-up and hospital-discharge pathways, activities promoting independence and social inclusion, partnership working, safeguarding, workforce continuity, performance reporting, innovation and continuous service improvement.

Wokingham Borough Council (WBC) is undertaking pre-market engagement for a building cleaning contract covering corporate sites, Council housing, social care housing stock and traded services locations. This exercise gives suppliers early visibility of the Council’s requirements and seeks market feedback on service delivery models, mobilisation, innovation, sustainability, reporting, commercial approaches and the ability to provide urgent out-of-hours support where required.