This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

11 Dec 2025 at 12:05

Award

16 Sep 2025 at 10:05

Tender

05 Dec 2024 at 16:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Torus62 Limited, a public law body focused on housing and community amenities. The project, titled "Torus Contractors Framework Lots 2 - 4," targets the construction industry in the North West of England. The procurement is in the "award" stage as of 11 December 2025, involving three lots for development works. These include Lot 2 for works valued between £0-£15m, Lot 3 for works over £15m, and Lot 4 focusing on projects with a social return in mind. The open procedure procurement method was utilised, and contracts have been actively signed as of 15 October 2025.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses involved in construction, particularly those specialising in affordable new build housing or conversion/remodelling projects. Companies that can demonstrate competitive pricing stand a good chance of being awarded contracts. The framework is especially beneficial to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) by supporting Torus' ambitious development and retrofit programmes. Firms capable of engaging in large-scale projects or those with a focus on social value-oriented initiatives will find these opportunities aligned with the procurement goals of Torus62 Limited. The involvement of various suppliers underlines the potential for developing strategic partnerships and long-term growth within the construction sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Torus Contractors Framework - Lots 2 - 4

Notice Description

The framework will support Torus' ambitious Development Programme of delivering 9,000 new homes by 2029 but will also provide a wider Group benefit by supporting the Group's growing Retrofit programme and social value commitments. The framework is divided into four lots as detailed below: Lot 1 - Retrofit Works (Any Project Value) Lot 2 - Development Works PS0-PS15m Lot 3 - Development Works PS15m+ Lot 4 - Development Works (Social Return Focused) - above PCR threshold

Lot Information

Torus Contractors Framework Lot 1 - Retrofit Works

Lot 1 - Retrofit Works: Having successfully obtained funding from the Social Housing Decarbonation Fund, Torus have embarked upon an extensive Retrofit Programme. It is envisioned that Lot 1 of the Framework will assist in the delivery of this Programme, expediting the procurement of both funded and non-funded works and enabling Torus to develop strategic relationships with suitably accredited retrofit installers

Lot 2 - Development Works PS0 - PS15m

Lot 2 - Development Works with a value of PS0 - PS15m: Torus is seeking to appoint up to SIX contractors to Lot 2. The predominant type of construction work will be affordable new build properties although occasionally some conversion / remodelling contracts may be included. The primary purpose of this Framework is new build housing. Works with a value of between PS0 and PS15m will be let via Lot 2. Additional information: TO SUBMIT A BID FOR Lot 2 - Development Works PS0-PS15m PLEASE VISIT: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/4644P3374B

Lot 3 - Development Works PS15m plus

Lot 3 - Development Works with a value of PS15m plus: Torus is seeking to appoint up to SIX contractors to Lot 3. The predominant type of construction work will be affordable new build properties although occasionally some conversion / remodelling contracts may be included. The primary purpose of this Framework is new build housing. Works with a value in excess of PS15m will be let via Lot 3. Additional information: TO SUBMIT A BID FOR Lot 3 - Development Works PS15m+ PLEASE VISIT:- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/5EQTWH8832

Lot 4 - Development Works - Social Return

Lot 4 - Development Works with a focus on Social Return: Torus is seeking to appoint up to ONE contractor to Lot 4. This lot is designed to contribute directly through development projects to Torus' social return objectives. The predominant type of construction work will be affordable new build properties although occasionally some conversion / remodelling contracts may be included. The primary purpose of this lot is new build housing. Works with a value in excess of the PCR works threshold (PS5.3m) be let via Lot 4. Additional information: TO SUBMIT A BID FOR Lot 4 - Development Works (Social Return Focused) PLEASE VISIT:- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/83YK6D24D2

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04c2b5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081912-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

45100000 - Site preparation work

45111000 - Demolition, site preparation and clearance work

45210000 - Building construction work

45211000 - Construction work for multi-dwelling buildings and individual houses

45211200 - Sheltered housing construction work

45211300 - Houses construction work

45211340 - Multi-dwelling buildings construction work

45211341 - Flats construction work

45215200 - Construction work for social services buildings

45215212 - Retirement home construction work

45215214 - Residential homes construction work

45215220 - Construction work for social facilities other than subsidised residential accommodation

45262640 - Environmental improvement works

45262690 - Refurbishment of run-down buildings

45262700 - Building alteration work

45262800 - Building extension work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£380,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
£355,000,000 £100M-£1B
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£254,166,667 £100M-£1B

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Dec 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Jul 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Torus62 Limited
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ST HELENS
Postcode
WA9 1LD
Postcode Area
Warrington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD71 East Merseyside
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
St. Helens
Electoral Ward
Peasley Cross & Fingerpost
Westminster Constituency
St Helens South and Whiston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
18
Supplier Names

Caddick Construction Limited

Castlemead Group Limited

Countryside Properties (UK) Limited c/o Vistry Merseyside & Cheshire West

ECOApproach

Ecogee Limited

Equans Regeneration Limited

Eric Wright Construction Limited

Frank Rogers Building Contractor Limited

Holmpatrick Developments Limited

Housing Maintenance Solutions Limited

M&Y Maintenance and Construction Limited

Next Energy Solutions

P Casey & Co Limited

Re:Gen North West Limited

Seddon Construction Limited

Starship Modular Limited

Watson Construction Limited

Whitfield & Brown (Developments) Limited

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