Planning

Strategic Alliance

ASTER GROUP LIMITED

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

02 Jun 2025 at 10:33

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

23 May 2025 at 10:40

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Aster Group Limited, a housing association based in Devizes, United Kingdom, is currently in the planning stage of its procurement process, which involves a strategic alliance for asset management. The project, aimed at ensuring safe and energy-efficient homes across the south of England and London, includes an investment of £680 million by 2030. Key dates for this procurement involve hosting an online webinar for Preliminary Market Engagement on 17th June 2025, with registration required by 16th June. The procurement is centred on construction work, with a focus on works starting from 1st April 2026 and planned until 31st March 2031, covering areas such as Hampshire, Dorset, Wiltshire, Somerset, London, Devon, Cornwall, Oxfordshire, West Sussex, and Gloucestershire.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in construction and asset management, particularly those with experience in energy efficiency improvements, maintenance, and renovation works. The planned works include a broad scope, such as replacements of roofs, doors, kitchens, and bathrooms, as well as upgrades to electrical systems, heating, fire safety measures, and more. Given its diverse geographical spread and substantial investment, the tender is suited for companies looking to expand their operations and innovative solutions. The alliance offers a consistent and integrated pipeline of work, promising faster decision-making and opportunities to collaborate with Aster's in-house organisation. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to partake, as the procurement process supports sustainability and long-term alliances. Businesses that can demonstrate expertise in value-driven delivery and environmentally responsible practices will find this to be an attractive prospect for growth and partnership.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Strategic Alliance

Notice Description

Introduction: Aster Group is a housing association with a clear vision: Everyone has a home. We own and manage over 37,000 homes across the south of England and London, and we're investing PS680 million into our homes by 2030 to ensure they are safe, energy-efficient, and future-ready. Asset Management Strategy: Our strategic approach to asset management is a cornerstone of our vision that everyone has a home. It ensures we provide safe, secure, high-quality homes and services by: * Managing our properties effectively * Planning future investments wisely * Improving energy efficiency for affordable warmth and comfort * Supporting environmental sustainability Following a comprehensive stock condition survey, we've updated our business plan and secured PS680 million to invest in our homes by 2030. This data-led approach gives us a clear view of where investment is needed most and how we can deliver the greatest value for our customers. To support the delivery of this investment, Aster has published a UK1: Pipeline Notice (2025/S 000-026027), offering early visibility of our future procurement plans. This marks the beginning of a major programme of planned works across our property portfolio, laying the foundation for a new, more collaborative way of working with our supply chain. Strategic Alliance: To deliver this ambitious investment, we're evolving how we work with our supply chain. Insights from asset data, long-term planning, and market feedback have shaped a new delivery model; our Strategic Alliance. This alliance is a key enabler of our strategy, turning plans into action through trusted partnerships and a shared commitment to: * Value-driven delivery * Technology and data-led decision-making * Environmentally responsible practices Together, we'll deliver high-quality outcomes, optimise resources, and reduce waste. We're looking for partners who share our commitment to performance, innovation, and social impact. This is more than a delivery model; it's a long-term alliance built on shared goals and mutual accountability. Benefits for our partners - * A consistent, integrated pipeline of work * Faster, clearer decision-making * Opportunities to innovate and grow * A shared mission to deliver safe, comfortable, and future-proof homes We're not just responding to today's challenges; we're building resilience for tomorrow. From regulatory shifts to climate pressures, our model is designed to adapt and thrive. Market Engagement Webinar: As part of our Preliminary Market Engagement (PME), we are hosting an online webinar to share insights into our vision, challenges, and alliance opportunities. Date: 17th June 2025 Time: 11.00am to 12.00noon Location: Online (link provided upon registration) We invite interested suppliers in our investment programme to engage with us, share their expertise, and explore how we can collaborate to shape the future of asset management at Aster. To attend the webinar, please register by 16th June at 4.00pm using the link below: https://forms.office.com/e/pbG5cXNHSg We look forward to working with partners who can help us transform services, enhance efficiency, and deliver greater value to our customers.

Planning Information

As part of our Preliminary Market Engagement (PME), we are hosting an online webinar to share insights into our vision, challenges, and alliance opportunities. Date: 17th June 2025 Time: 11.00am to 12.00noon Location: Online (link provided upon registration) To attend the webinar, please register by 16th June at 4.00pm using the link below: https://forms.office.com/e/pbG5cXNHSg

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0521a0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029092-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£495,260,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 1 Apr 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASTER GROUP LIMITED
Contact Name
Rachel Willacy
Contact Email
aster.procurement@aster.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
DEVIZES
Postcode
SN10 2AZ
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Urchfont & Bishops Cannings
Westminster Constituency
Melksham and Devizes

Further Information

Notice Documents

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