Planning

Innovation Chain North

GREAT PLACES HOUSING GROUP LIMITED

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Planning

21 May 2026 at 13:49

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The planned procurement process for the "Innovation Chain North" project is spearheaded by Great Places Housing Group Limited, functioning as a sub-central public authority in Manchester, UK. This procurement is in the planning stage as of 21st May 2026, with the framework intended for main contractors, modular build supporters, and associated professional services within the construction industry. Offering a substantial budget estimated at £1,250,000,000, the contract spans from 1st August 2028 to 31st July 2036. Key dates to note include the anticipated future notice release on 4th October 2027. This procurement initiative is expected to establish a framework agreement, making it an attractive prospect for interested parties.

This opportunity provides significant potential for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) due to its inclusive suitability criteria. The framework's high-value nature and broad scope make it an appealing target for businesses engaged in construction and architectural services. With contracts related to construction work and engineering services forming the cornerstone of this tender, businesses capable of delivering comprehensive solutions in these areas should find it particularly promising. The project's multi-year timeline further facilitates longer-term planning and resource allocation for businesses aiming to expand their market presence in the UK.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Innovation Chain North

Notice Description

Innovation Chain North (ICN) consecutive framework. The framework may include lots for main contractors, contractors to support modular build and associated professional services.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069f6d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047189-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,250,000,000 £1B-£10B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
4 Oct 20272 years to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2028 - 31 Jul 2036 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
GREAT PLACES HOUSING GROUP LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M21 7QP
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Chorlton Park
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Withington

Further Information

Notice Documents

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