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Award

24 Apr 2026 at 12:10

Award

16 Jan 2026 at 15:17

Summary of the contracting process

Southern Housing, a sub-central government public authority in the UK, has initiated the procurement process for its Capital Investment Works spanning 2026 to 2046. The tender consists of ten contractual Lots, covering external elements such as windows, roofs, and doors, and internal elements like kitchens and bathrooms. The procurement method follows an open, competitive flexible procedure, primarily in the works category with focus regions including London, Essex, and Kent. The tender reached the award stage on 16 January 2026, as notable dates include the end of the standstill period on 27 January 2026 and a future contract signature date set for 13 February 2026. The buying organisation is located in Sittingbourne, and potential suppliers operate across various regions in the UK, providing substantial opportunities in the construction industry.

This procurement provides a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in construction services, offering the potential for long-term growth and market presence. Companies adept in installing electrical and mechanical equipment, asbestos removal, fire-prevention installations, and various construction consultancy services could benefit greatly. Key performance indicators like resident satisfaction, defect handover rates, and achieving budget targets are outlined, underscoring the emphasis on quality and efficiency. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs), such as Amber Construction Services Limited, HLS MCCONNELL LIMITED, and Axis Europe Limited, among others, have successfully positioned themselves for some of these substantial lots, indicating a promising landscape for businesses to expand their operations and leverage expertise in both niche and broader market needs.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Capital Investment Works 2026 to 2046

Notice Description

Southern Housing are delivering Capital Investment Works across 10 operational Lots, 4 Lots for External elements (Windows, Roofs and non-fire Doors plus associated works) and 6 Lots for Internal elements (Kitchens and Bathrooms plus associated works) split on a geographical basis. The contracts also include provision for the following works to be included where required to the properties receiving Capital Investment Works to maximise efficiency of delivery and minimise disruption to residents: a) Fire safety works (only within the primary area of component renewal) b) Retrofit works (non-SHDF/WH: SHF etc.) and Bidders will be required to have the capability to fulfil the following roles in support of the contract delivery: a) Legal responsibility of Principal Designer and Principal Contractor roles under CDM b) Legal responsibility of Principal Designer and Principal Contractor roles under Building Safety Act requirements c) Quality assurance of work delivered by the contractors with provision of supporting evidence. As a contingency only, Bidders were also requested to price for the provision of asbestos surveying and removal works. This is to be provided in strict accordance with Southern Housing procedures and only when specifically instructed by Southern Housing.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04ee2a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037535-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work

51 - Installation services (except software)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

39141000 - Kitchen furniture and equipment

39220000 - Kitchen equipment, household and domestic items and catering supplies

39221000 - Kitchen equipment

44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

44100000 - Construction materials and associated items

44221000 - Windows, doors and related items

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

45211100 - Construction work for houses

45211200 - Sheltered housing construction work

45211300 - Houses construction work

45211340 - Multi-dwelling buildings construction work

45211341 - Flats construction work

45211350 - Multi-functional buildings construction work

45260000 - Roof works and other special trade construction works

45310000 - Electrical installation work

45320000 - Insulation work

45330000 - Plumbing and sanitary works

45343000 - Fire-prevention installation works

45350000 - Mechanical installations

45410000 - Plastering work

45420000 - Joinery and carpentry installation work

45430000 - Floor and wall covering work

45440000 - Painting and glazing work

45450000 - Other building completion work

51110000 - Installation services of electrical equipment

51120000 - Installation services of mechanical equipment

71530000 - Construction consultancy services

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

90650000 - Asbestos removal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,780,952,448 £1B-£10B
Contracts Value
£1,780,952,448 £1B-£10B

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Dec 20258 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2036 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Southern Housing
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SITTINGBOURNE
Postcode
ME9 8GU
Postcode Area
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ43 Kent Thames Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swale
Electoral Ward
West Downs
Westminster Constituency
Faversham and Mid Kent

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
6
Supplier Names

Amber Construction Services Limited

Architectural Decorators Limited

Axis Europe Limited

Chas Berger Limited

HLS MCCONNELL LIMITED

Highview Group Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

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