Tender

Loft and Cavity Insulation

VICO HOMES

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Tender

03 Dec 2025 at 13:07

Summary of the contracting process

Vico Homes, a sub-central government public authority, is currently inviting bids for a contracting process titled "Loft and Cavity Insulation" within the Wakefield District and surrounding area. This procurement falls under the industry category of insulation work and is valued at £1,100,000 GBP. This tender process is in the "active" stage and follows an open procurement method. Potential contractors must meet the requirements for insulation works, including emergency response capabilities. Businesses interested in this opportunity should prepare for submission by 9th January 2026, when the tender period ends, with the contract set to commence on 26th January 2026 and running until 25th January 2029, with a possible extension up to 25th January 2030 subject to satisfactory performance.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies specialising in insulation works, particularly those with the capability to handle emergency situations. The competition allows for open participation, making it ideal for a variety of businesses, from established insulation firms to emergent contractors looking to expand their presence in the public sector. The contract prioritises cost quality measures, with 60% weighted towards cost considerations and 40% towards quality, offering room for competitive pricing strategies and innovative service delivery. Thus, companies focusing on both cost-effectiveness and high-quality outcomes will find this contract offer advantageous for business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Loft and Cavity Insulation

Notice Description

Vico Homes Ltd are inviting bids from organisations that are able to meet the requirements for Loft and Cavity Wall Insulations and associated services within the Wakefield District and surrounding area. Vico Homes Ltd is looking for one contractor who can work across the whole of the Wakefield district and surrounding area. All works will include emergency work, and any contractor must have provision to attend to emergencies as outlined in this document.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Contract Start 26/01/2026 Contract End 25/01/2029 12 month extension to 25/01/2030 Subject to satisfactory performance and benchmarking.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05edf6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079347-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45320000 - Insulation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,100,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,100,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Dec 2025Yesterday
Submission Deadline
9 Jan 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Jan 2026 - 25 Jan 2029 3-4 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
VICO HOMES
Contact Name
Mark Whitehouse
Contact Email
mwhitehouse@vicohomes.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CASTLEFORD
Postcode
WF10 5HX
Post Town
Wakefield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE45 Wakefield
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Wakefield
Electoral Ward
Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
Westminster Constituency
Pontefract, Castleford and Knottingley

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