Contract Tenders: 01/05/2025
Unlocking major procurement pathways, UK social housing authorities have announced a diverse portfolio of open tenders aimed at transforming public assets and resident services.
Commanding attention, Portsmouth City Council is preparing a trio of high-value procurements to reshape its housing and asset management strategy. Leading the charge is a £450m Term Service Contract for repairs and maintenance across 17,500 properties, split into on-island and off-island areas and covering general repairs, voids, fire safety compliance, and decarbonisation-ready upgrades. Complementing this is a £55m Servicing and Compliance Contract focused on gas, M&E, and statutory safety checks, ensuring secure and efficient systems across the estate. A third opportunity, valued at £11m, will drive forward Fire Safety Compliance Services, aligning with the Building Safety Act and ensuring long-term adherence to new regulatory standards. These three integrated contracts reflect Portsmouth’s long-term vision for safer, greener, and well-maintained public housing.
Delivering at scale, L&Q Group unveils a massive £151.6m opportunity across five regions, bundling reactive repairs, voids, and minor works into multi-lot packages. With up to 2,000 empty homes treated annually and services reaching 18,000 homes, this is a transformative procurement call for experienced contractors in social housing maintenance. Driving energy transformation, Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is launching a £28m Decarbonisation Scheme under Phase 4 of the Public Sector Decarbonisation Programme. Targeting 28 buildings and a further 30 PV installations, the project includes full design-to-handover delivery and aims for completion by March 2028.
Strengthening internal delivery models, Coventry City Council is offering two strategic contracts supporting its in-house Repair & Maintenance (R&M) team. A £3.4m framework will provide essential building, electrical, plumbing, and heating supplies—streamlining procurement across public buildings, schools, and private dwellings. Simultaneously, a £3.2m contract invites suppliers to manage the full lifecycle of domestic lifts and ceiling track hoists, covering installation, servicing, refurbishment, and storage. Together, these opportunities underline Coventry’s focus on accessibility, operational resilience, and cost-effective asset management.
Focusing on modern living, Housing Solutions Group offers a £6.5m contract for the supply and installation of kitchens and bathrooms across its estate in Maidenhead and surrounding areas. The 3-year term, extendable by two, prioritizes high-quality fittings, tenant communication, and rapid turnaround times. Opening the door to framework participation, the Northern Ireland Housing Executive is launching a wide-ranging Response Maintenance Framework. This 8-year scheme will encompass 24/7 services across repairs, adaptations, consultancy, and safety compliance, offering opportunities for contractors of all tiers.
Maintaining vertical mobility, the Kensington and Chelsea London Borough is progressing with a £1.67m contract for Lift Maintenance Services across its residential and commercial council properties, ensuring continuous uptime and safe access.