Contract Tenders: 19/05/2025
Massive social housing frameworks are opening across the UK – from fire safety and energy upgrades to void repairs and new builds. Dive into the latest procurement wave shaping the future of affordable housing.
Powering procurement transformation, Procurement for Housing (PfH) is rolling out an impressive suite of framework pipelines poised to reshape the social housing supply chain. Leading with a monumental £1.704bn Materials Framework, PfH also plans a £450m Heating Solutions Framework, a £400m Responsive Repairs and Voids Framework, and a £65m Interior Furnishing agreement. Supplementary offerings include dynamic markets for roofing repairs and domestic appliances worth £50m each, structured with regional lots to promote local delivery and long-term value. Kicking off essential upgrades, Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council is preparing a £115m pipeline framework for capital works across residential properties, covering vital elements such as kitchens, bathrooms, and roofing. This is a prime opportunity for refurbishment specialists targeting large-scale programmes in the West Midlands.
Demonstrating a multi-pronged approach, Peabody Trust is advertising over £49m in pipeline opportunities through several targeted frameworks. These include £18.75m for Aids & Adaptations, £12.35m for Lift Servicing and Modernisation, £7.33m for Fire Safety PPM services, and £5.83m for Communal Heating Maintenance. Further tenders encompass Domestic Lifting Equipment (£2m), Soft Facilities Management (£1.93m), and Fire Equipment Maintenance across its expansive housing stock in London, Essex, and the South East. Targeting responsive maintenance delivery, Staffordshire County Council has announced a £16m pipeline framework for minor repairs and works in occupied properties. The contract will be split into Building, Plumbing, Electrical, and Mechanical lots, offering steady work streams for trusted contractors across the county.
Reimagining urban living spaces, Barnet Homes seeks early contractor input for the £12.5m refurbishment of Longford and Bell Court tower blocks. Works will span from full internal fit-outs to fire compartmentation, structural remediation, and upgraded ventilation and water systems, reflecting a holistic approach to high-rise renewal. Focusing on accessibility enhancements, East Cambridgeshire District Council is offering an £8m Disabled Adaptations Framework spanning four distinct lots. From bathroom conversions to heating upgrades, this opportunity supports inclusive housing delivery in Fenland District. Delivering lettable standards, Wiltshire Council is tendering a £3.75m contract to refurbish void properties, calling on multi-trade contractors skilled in carpentry, plastering, painting, and more.
Expanding energy efficiency goals, Vico Homes (formerly WDH) is launching framework pipelines for £18m Solar PV installations, £6m Boiler Replacements, and £3m Roofing Works and Materials. A further £2.1m Stock Condition Survey contract underpins long-term planning across a 32,000-property portfolio. Ramping up safety compliance, Anchor Hanover Group is preparing to invest £133m in Fire Risk Assessment Remedial Works Pipeline. This framework will address fire door upgrades, structural fire stopping, and associated M&E works. Additionally, a £27.6m pipeline for Water Safety contract will ensure robust PPM regimes, Legionella sampling, and national risk assessments through regional lots. Championing electrical safety, Southern Housing is procuring £80m worth of Periodic Electrical Inspections and Associated Works. With a unique lot selection model that limits over-concentration, the contract aims to balance capacity across service providers operating in the East, Midlands, and London.
Pioneering regional service integration, the South West Kent Waste Partnership, comprising Tunbridge Wells Borough Council and Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council, has issued a £221m tender for household waste collection, recycling, and cleansing. This 12-year agreement targets operational consistency and innovation in environmental services. Ensuring pest-free environments, the Hillingdon London Borough is conducting preliminary market engagement for a £1.41m Pest Control Services contract. This long-term managed service will involve TUPE transfer of existing staff and a comprehensive response model for pest-related issues. Shaping a flagship regeneration scheme, Sevenoaks District Council is seeking a development partner for its £125m transformation of land east of the High Street. With a vision anchored in public realm enhancement and new leisure and housing facilities, this is a key opportunity for developers with mixed-use delivery experience.
Scaling up residential delivery, Clarion Housing Group is inviting principal contractors to lead its £79m Dyecoats Phase 2 development in Leeds, covering the design and construction of 372 new homes in a flagship regeneration area. Supporting small-scale growth, GreenSquareAccord is engaging with the market for its £2.75m Clent Way scheme, involving 12 new homes and the replacement of 49 garages. Contractors with a local presence and capacity for efficient delivery are encouraged to respond. Enhancing homes through refurbishment, Queens Cross Housing Association is preparing a £2m prior information notice to rewire and upgrade 112 flats within the Westercommon Multi-Stories, including new kitchens, bathrooms, and ventilation systems.
Investing in bespoke development, Winchester City Council is commissioning a £1.6m new build scheme at Sparsholt for five homes, with associated infrastructure and landscaping, offering niche contractors a quality-focused opportunity. Fortifying the building envelope, Falkirk Council is launching a £4.67m framework for Roofing, Roughcasting, and Sealant Works. Divided into three specialist lots, this contract includes strict financial and compliance criteria to ensure capable delivery over four years. Supporting accessibility nationwide, the Northern Housing Consortium is finalizing a £83m Stairlifts and Lifting Equipment Framework pipeline to enable safe and independent living. Covering installation and maintenance, this UK-wide opportunity is ideal for firms with specialist mobility solutions expertise.