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Supply and Fit of Windows and Doors - 2026

FLAGSHIP HOUSING LIMITED

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Planning

28 Apr 2026 at 12:46

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Flagship Housing Limited focuses on pre-market engagement for a potential future contract concerning the supply and installation of uPVC windows and composite doors in residential properties. As part of the planning stage, Flagship Housing is gathering industry feedback to shape the specifications for the contract. Flagship, a sub-central government public authority located at 31 King Street, Norwich, United Kingdom, is considering this procurement within the industry category of works related to door and window installations. The engagement aims not yet tied to an official tender involves surveying and updating existing properties across the UK, with a typical contract term envisaged to initially span 12 months, potentially extending for up to three additional years based on performance and business need. Interested suppliers can submit feedback by 15th May 2026 to help inform future decisions, with further notice anticipated around 2nd June 2026.

This tender represents a significant business growth opportunity for companies specialising in the installation of doors and windows, particularly those proficient in working with uPVC and composite materials. The potential contract value for the first year is estimated at £9.1 million, highlighting promising prospects for firms capable of delivering high-quality installations while adhering to statutory and regulatory requirements. Businesses with strong expertise in surveying, removal, installation, and waste management are encouraged to participate in the pre-market engagement survey to identify efficiency improvements and cost-reduction opportunities. Companies that demonstrate innovative solutions towards modernising specifications and enhancing value for money without compromising quality will be well-positioned to compete should the procurement process proceed. Flagship Group's focus on enhancing its operational effectiveness offers a gateway for vendors to establish long-term partnerships within the housing sector across the south-west, central, and east of England.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply and Fit of Windows and Doors - 2026

Notice Description

Flagship is undertaking pre-market engagement to inform the potential future procurement of a contractor for the supply and installation of uPVC windows and composite external doors to existing residential properties across its current operational area. The scope under consideration includes surveying, removal of existing units, installation, making good, and disposal, in compliance with relevant statutory and quality requirements. The engagement is intended to support a review of the current specification and identify opportunities to improve value for money. This notice is for market engagement purposes only and does not commit Flagship to commencing a procurement.

Planning Information

This notice serves to inform the market that Bromford Flagship LiveWest (BFL) is undertaking pre‐market engagement in relation to a potential future procurement opportunity for the supply and installation of uPVC windows and composite doors. This notice is issued for information‐gathering purposes only and does not constitute a call for competition or a commitment to proceed with any procurement. The potential scope under consideration relates to works primarily to existing residential properties (including occupied and void homes) and may include, but is not limited to: Supply and installation of uPVC windows Supply and installation of composite external doors Associated surveying, removal of existing products, making good, and waste disposal Compliance with relevant statutory, regulatory, health and safety, and quality requirements Should BFL decide to progress a procurement at a later date, the envisaged contractual approach would include an initial term of 12 months, with the option to extend for up to three further 12‐month periods, subject to performance and business need. The indicative estimated value for the first 12 months is £9.1 million (including VAT). This estimate is provided for context only and may change. Any future procurement, if undertaken, would relate only to Flagship requirements and Flagship’s current operational area. The purpose of this pre‐market engagement is to: Obtain supplier feedback on Flagship’s current windows and doors specification Consider how the specification could be improved, simplified, or modernised Identify potential cost‐reduction and value‐for‐money opportunities while maintaining appropriate standards of quality, safety, durability, and resident experience Inform internal option appraisal and future commercial decision‐making While this engagement relates solely to Flagship requirements, feedback may also be used to inform future high‐level procurement scoping across the wider group. This notice does not imply that any future tender will be issued, either for Flagship alone or on a group‐wide basis. We’re BFL, a place‐based affordable housing provider for almost 300,000 customers across the southwest, central and east of England. We’re the UK’s largest provider of new affordable homes, delivering over 3,000 new homes each year. Participation in this pre‐market engagement: Is voluntary Does not form part of a procurement or selection process Will not confer any advantage in any future tender Will be used for market understanding only No tender documents will be issued at this stage. Bromford Flagship LiveWest reserves the right to amend, refine, pause, or withdraw the scope described. Engagement response process Suppliers wishing to contribute to this engagement will be invited to complete an anonymous online survey (issued via Microsoft Forms, SurveyMonkey, or an equivalent platform). The survey will seek structured feedback to support a review of the specification and key cost drivers. Details of how to access the survey will be provided to those who respond to this notice. For further information relating to this pre‐market engagement, please email: procurement@flagship-group.co.uk This notice is not a call for expressions of interest.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068cc7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038580-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45421100 - Installation of doors and windows and related components

45421130 - Installation of doors and windows

45421132 - Installation of windows

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£9,100,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
2 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Sep 2026 - 27 Sep 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FLAGSHIP HOUSING LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR1 1PD
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
TLH East (England)
Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Thorpe Hamlet
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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