Notice Information
Notice Title
Building Works Open Framework
Notice Description
This specification outlines the general requirements for the Wythenshawe Community Housing Group (WCHG) Open Building Works Framework, hereafter referred to as the Framework Agreement.
Lot Information
General Build
General Build, repair and Maintenance
Options: 0
Renewal: 2 x 12 month extention
Void/Empty HomesWCHG are looking for contractors to delivery all our Voids repairs and maintenance works across our estate. This will include but not limited to: * Full void property turnarounds * Kitchen & bathroom replacements * Re decoration, compliance checks, deep cleans * Minor adaptations * Responsive repair follow on works * Void Clearance * Flooring
Options: 0
Renewal: 2 x 12 month extention
Service specific worksThis lot is designed for smaller contractors who deliver specialist responsive repair and voids works. These contractors who deliver specialist works can apply for this lot and will be managed on the same basis as general build and voids lots. Contractor's bidding for these works much state their specialism, e.g glazing, flooring, brickwork as part of their response These are works not limited to the below: Bricklaying / blockwork - small repairs, repointing, making good Plastering patch repairs, bonding, skimming after leaks or chases Basic carpentry / joinery Doors & frames (adjust, re-hang, ease)Skirting, architraves Boxing-in pipework Concrete & screed repairs - thresholds, paths, small floor areasRoofing (minor works) Replace slipped tiles/slates Basic felt/batten repairs (non-structural) Internal finishes & making good Tiling - small wall/floor repairs, splashbacks Flooring repairs Vinyl/LVT patching Timber floor repairs Decoration (minor) Patch painting after repairs Stain-blocking small areas Fencing & gates - repairs and replacements Paving / flagging - lifting and relaying slabs Pointing & masonry repairs Windows & Glazing Guttering & rainwater goods - replace sections, clear blockages Contractors are to work to SOR Version 8 and deliver against the technical specifications in Document 2b.
Options: 0
Renewal: 2 x 12 month extention
Planned WorksPlanned investment works (also known as major works) are where we carry out renewals and refurbishments within or outside of your home, such as kitchens, bathrooms, doors, windows, boilers, roofs, fencing, or thermal insulation. This is usually done when an item has reached its natural lifespan and it's no longer easy or economical to repair or maintain, or it may be simply outdated and in need of modernisation This lot is for WCHG planned and investment work over the next 8 years. All WCHG capital replacement programme will be procured through mini competition via this lot where possible. Contractors will have to undertake: * Programme based delivery * Resident consultation & communication * Design, survey & specification verification * CDM compliance for projects * Reporting of progress, variations & risks As part of this lot, WCHG will include all investment works including * Boiler, * Kitchens and Bathrooms replacement programme. * Roofing Renewals and all other cyclical replacement programme activity * Roof repairs or replacement * Window and door replacement * External wall repairs * Lift modernisation or replacement
Options: 0
Renewal: 2 x 12 month extention
Building Safety* WCHG are intending to trial and procure specific building safety requirements through this building safety lot. This will include activity such as: * Fire door renewals & repairs ( * Fire stopping and passive fire protection * Compartmentation works * Life safety system installation (AOVs, fire alarms, sprinklers) * Surveys & building safety documentation * HRB specific works Contractors will be required to work with the Group's building safety manager and follow all legislative requirements detailed in this service specification. WCHG intends to continue to use external frameworks where required for complicated procurement activity
Options: 0
Renewal: 2 x 12 month extention
Planning Information
Wythenshawe Community Housing Group (WCHG) are hosting an event which will focus on a Building Works “Open Framework” we are looking to put in place, as well as the contracts WCHG are looking to procure in the coming months and the standards we require of Contractors for all our Building Works Contracts. Also to be outlined in this event is our approach to: - Responsive Repairs - Voids - Investment Programme - Multi-Trade Contractors - Small Contractors We will share the steps to take so that attendees are well-prepared to navigate the Framework requirements and maximise their chances of successful entry, especially in coming to understand the new processes stemming from the Procurement Act. WCHG welcomes all types of Contractors to this event on: Thursday 20th March 2025, 9am - 11am Lifestyle Community Centre, M22 1QW
Notice Details
Publication & Lifecycle
- Open Contracting ID
- ocds-h6vhtk-04ebd7
- Publication Source
- Find A Tender Service
- Latest Notice
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009544-2026
- Current Stage
- Tender
- All Stages
- Planning, Tender
Procurement Classification
- Notice Type
- UK4 - Tender Notice
- Procurement Type
- Framework
- Procurement Category
- Works
- Procurement Method
- Open
- Procurement Method Details
- Open procedure
- Tender Suitability
- SME
- Awardee Scale
- Not specified
Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)
- CPV Divisions
45 - Construction work
-
- CPV Codes
45300000 - Building installation work
45400000 - Building completion work
Notice Value(s)
- Tender Value
- £12,000,000 £10M-£100M
- Lots Value
- £12,000,000 £10M-£100M
- Awards Value
- Not specified
- Contracts Value
- Not specified
Notice Dates
- Publication Date
- 3 Feb 20262 weeks ago
- Submission Deadline
- 16 Mar 20263 weeks to go
- Future Notice Date
- 30 Apr 2025Expired
- Award Date
- Not specified
- Contract Period
- 31 May 2026 - 31 May 2032 Over 5 years
- Recurrence
- Not specified
Notice Status
- Tender Status
- Active
- Lots Status
- Active
- Awards Status
- Not Specified
- Contracts Status
- Not Specified
Buyer & Supplier
Contracting Authority (Buyer)
- Main Buyer
- WYTHENSHAWE COMMUNITY HOUSING GROUP LIMITED
- Additional Buyers
- Contact Name
- Mr James Hunter
- Contact Email
- james.hunter@wchg.org.uk, procurement@wchg.org.uk
- Contact Phone
- +44 3001110000
Buyer Location
- Locality
- MANCHESTER
- Postcode
- M22 9TA
- Post Town
- Manchester
- Country
- England
-
- Major Region (ITL 1)
- TLD North West (England)
- Basic Region (ITL 2)
- TLD3 Greater Manchester
- Small Region (ITL 3)
- TLD33 Manchester
- Delivery Location
- TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
-
- Local Authority
- Manchester
- Electoral Ward
- Sharston
- Westminster Constituency
- Wythenshawe and Sale East
Further Information
Notice Documents
-
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009544-2026
3rd February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender -
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008841-2025
11th March 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)
View full OCDS Record for this contracting process
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