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Tender

05 Aug 2026 at 13:31

Summary of the contracting process

LIVEWEST HOMES LIMITED is currently in the Tender stage of a procurement process titled "Retrofit Consultancy," with a focus on the service industry category. The primary location for this procurement is in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement process aims to appoint a Retrofit Consultant, including Principal Designer services, to ensure compliance with the business's goals related to property energy efficiency by 2028. The total estimated value of the contract is £8,040,000, with the submission deadline for expressions of interest being 4th September 2026. The procurement method adopted is a selective procedure, consisting of two stages, which allows for the shortlisting of up to five participants to progress to the invitation to tender (ITT) phase. The contract period is expected to start on 1st March 2027 and end on 28th February 2030, with potential for renewal.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in architectural, engineering, and energy-related services. Given the selective nature of the procurement method, with a focus on quality and price, companies with proven experience in delivering similar consultancy services will find this tender particularly advantageous. The contract's scope not only includes retrofitting initiatives for LiveWest Homes but also extends to the Advantage South West members, thereby broadening potential business horizons. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are considered suitable, encouraging a diverse range of business participation. The procurement, with its significant budget, affords businesses the chance to secure long-term engagements and showcase their expertise in contributing to environmental compliance and sustainability improvements.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Retrofit Consultancy

Notice Description

The information provided in this notice will apply to the LiveWest contract part of this procurement only LiveWest Homes Limited are looking to: a) appoint a Retrofit Consultant including Principal Designer services to deliver the business's aim of all properties being at EPC C by 2028 to ensure that LiveWest are compliant with its requirements B) establish a Retrofit Consultant including Principal Designer services for current and future members of Advantage South West in a single joint procurement process. Due to FTS notice linking restrictions, this notice could not be formally linked to the ASW notice but it is linked - see notice reference above

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Each LiveWest contract will be for an initial term of 3 years with an option to extend for 2 years

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06dc87
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074247-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71240000 - Architectural, engineering and planning services

71250000 - Architectural, engineering and surveying services

71314000 - Energy and related services

71315000 - Building services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,700,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£6,700,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 2026Today
Submission Deadline
26 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2027 - 28 Feb 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
2026-10-12

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LIVEWEST HOMES LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX5 2FZ
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
East Devon
Electoral Ward
Broadclyst
Westminster Constituency
Exmouth and Exeter East

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