Planning

Refurbishment and Modernisation (RM4) - Scotland & Northern Ireland

LHC PROCUREMENT GROUP FOR THE SCOTTISH PROCUREMENT ALLIANCE (SPA)

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Planning

06 Mar 2026 at 10:41

Summary of the contracting process

The LHC Procurement Group, on behalf of the Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA), is initiating a procurement process for the Refurbishment and Modernisation Framework (RM4) targeting Scotland and Northern Ireland. This framework, classified under "Construction work," encompasses various services such as painting, electrical works, kitchen and bathroom upgrades, among others. The process is currently in the planning stage, with the tender expected to be published in April 2026. SPA is focused on serving public sector organisations across these regions, offering a total anticipated framework value of £1.2 billion, with £900 million allocated to Scotland and £300 million to Northern Ireland. Interested suppliers were advised to express their interest via the InTend portal for ongoing updates and communication ahead of the tender publication.

This tender provides substantial business growth opportunities, especially for companies skilled in construction and refurbishment projects. Businesses adept in multi-disciplinary works, environmental works, and reactive repairs will find this framework well-suited to their expertise. The project aims to appoint experienced suppliers capable of delivering high-quality, compliant solutions. With a framework offering flexibility regarding workstreams, value bands, and geographical location, small to medium-sized enterprises can also seize the opportunity to expand their capabilities and market position through participation. Moreover, these businesses will contribute to sustainable supply chains, community benefits, and fair work practices as part of the tender objectives.

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Notice Title

Refurbishment and Modernisation (RM4) - Scotland & Northern Ireland

Notice Description

LHC Procurement Group (LHC PG) is developing the Refurbishment and Modernisation Framework (RM4) on behalf of the Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA). The anticipated scope of RM4 includes the following workstreams: Painting and Decorating Electrical Works Kitchens and Bathrooms Aids and Adaptations Damp and Mould Remediation - Surveys / Investigations - Works Environmental and External Works - External Works - Ground Maintenance Stonework -Inspections -Cleaning, repairs and maintenance Reactive repairs and Maintenance (NB this will be a multi disciplinary workstream) Multi-Disciplinary Works Suppliers interested in participating should register their interest via the intend portal to receive ongoing information and updates in advance of the tender publication. The opportunity can be found on InTend at; https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lhc/aspx/ProjectManage/150

Lot Information

Lot 1

LHC Procurement Group (LHC PG) is developing the Refurbishment and Modernisation Framework (RM4) on behalf of the Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA). RM4 will primarily serve public sector organisations across Scotland through SPA. In addition, LHC PG is currently establishing the Northern Ireland Procurement Alliance (NIPA), which will operate in Northern Ireland. As a result, the RM4 framework will also be accessible to contracting authorities and suppliers in this region. RM4 is a public sector focused framework designed to provide organisations with a compliant, flexible and efficient route to market for the delivery of refurbishment, improvement and modernisation works across residential and non-residential buildings. The framework builds upon the success of the current Refurbishment and Modernisation Framework (RM3) and has been expanded following structured market engagement with both suppliers and public sector organisations. Feedback gathered during these engagement activities has informed and refined the proposed workstreams, lot structure and value banding to ensure continued alignment with current and anticipated market capacity and requirements. The anticipated scope of RM4 includes the following workstreams: WS - Painting and Decorating WS - Electrical Works WS - Kitchens and Bathrooms WS - Aids and Adaptations WS - Damp and Mould Remediation: ~Surveys / Investigations ~Works WS - Environmental and External Works: ~External Works ~Ground Maintenance WS - Stonework: ~Inspections ~Cleaning, repairs and maintenance WS - Reactive repairs and Maintenance (NB this will be a multi disciplinary workstream) WS - Multi-Disciplinary Works Works may be delivered within both residential and non-residential settings and will support asset management programmes, compliance-driven upgrades, property modernisation, reactive refurbishment and planned improvement works. The framework will be structured to encourage participation from suppliers of varying sizes. It will offer flexibility to meet the needs and growth aspirations of individual suppliers through the selection of appropriate workstreams, value bands and geographical locations. The framework aims to appoint experienced suppliers that are capable of delivering high-quality, compliant refurbishment solutions, while supporting sustainable supply chains, social value outcomes, community benefit delivery and fair work practices. Suppliers interested in participating are encouraged to register their interest via the InTend portal to receive further information and updates in advance of the tender publication. The opportunity can be accessed at: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lhc/aspx/ProjectManage/150 The Invitation to Tender (ITT) is anticipated to be published in early to mid-April 2026, with framework commencement expected in October 2026. Anticipated Framework Term Initial term: 4 years (48 months) Up to 2 optional extension periods of 12 months each Maximum total term if extensions are utilised: 6 years (72 months) Anticipated Framework Value The anticipated total framework value is approximately GBP 1.2 billion, currently estimated to be distributed as follows: GBP 900 million allocated for Scotland GBP 300 million allocated for Northern Ireland

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0663d9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020262-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£900,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
14 Apr 20261 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LHC PROCUREMENT GROUP FOR THE SCOTTISH PROCUREMENT ALLIANCE (SPA)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVINGSTON
Postcode
EH54 8AF
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM14 West Lothian
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
West Lothian
Electoral Ward
Livingston North
Westminster Constituency
Livingston

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