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Fusion21 Construction & Refurbishment Framework (2027-31) - PMEN

Fusion 21 Foundation

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Planning

10 Sep 2026 at 16:27

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Fusion21 Foundation is preparing a four-year construction and refurbishment framework for participating contracting authorities across the United Kingdom. The scope covers housing and non-domestic assets, including operational, residential, industrial and commercial property, public buildings and related land or assets. Work may include refurbishment, regeneration, stock improvement, fit-out, change of use, modernisation, extensions, conversions, alterations, new build, extra-care schemes, rooftop and infill developments, and housing regeneration that adds capacity. Associated construction-related services include site preparation, building installation and completion, roofing, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, insulation, joinery, flooring, painting, supervision and project management. The planned core structure has a housing refurbishment and new-build lot, plus a non-domestic construction, refurbishment and new-build lot. Delivery is intended across national and regional areas of the UK.

This procurement is at the planning stage and is preceded by market engagement, not an invitation to tender. Fusion21 expects to use a framework agreement established under the Procurement Act 2023. The estimated value is £750 million excluding VAT, or £900 million including VAT, and the framework is intended to run from 24 May 2027 to 23 May 2031. The preliminary engagement exercise is planned through September and October 2026, with its feedback window closing on 20 October 2026. Fusion21 anticipates publishing the tender by the end of November 2026. A supplier webinar is planned for 21 September 2026 at 2pm, with individual discussions potentially available. The proposed structure and pricing arrangements remain subject to engagement outcomes.

The framework is likely to suit established main contractors, refurbishment specialists, housing and non-domestic construction businesses, and SMEs seeking public-sector work across the UK. Suppliers should prepare evidence of relevant construction experience and technical capability covering the proposed housing, commercial, public-building and associated building-services scope. Fusion21 expects successful suppliers to comply with the Common Assessment Standard and other participation conditions. The buyer is seeking suppliers able to deliver high-quality, sustainable works while achieving value for money, social value and environmental benefits in line with the Procurement Act 2023. Businesses may help shape the future procurement by commenting on the framework scope, lotting, geographical coverage, pricing model and value bands during the engagement exercise. Local suppliers are specifically within the intended supply base.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Fusion21 Construction & Refurbishment Framework (2027-31) - PMEN

Notice Description

Fusion21 is currently preparing for the renewal of its Construction Framework. The framework will cover the provision of refurbishment and construction works for participating contracting authorities across the United Kingdom, in accordance with the objectives and requirements of the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23). Works may be delivered to the internal and external areas of any existing operational, residential, industrial or commercial assets, public buildings, and any other property and/or related assets owned, rented or leased by Members. This may include new build works, as well as any additional buildings, extensions, or alterations required by Members utilising the framework, or on property and related assets in which Members may have a current or future interest. The intended works will include, but will not be limited to: * Refurbishment * Regeneration * Stock Improvement Programmes * Fit-Out * Change of Use * Modernisation Upgrade Works * Extension of Existing Structures * Conversion of Existing Structures * Alterations to Existing Structures * New Builds * Extra Care Schemes * Roof Top Developments * Infill Developments * Housing Regeneration Schemes which include the Provision of Additional Housing Capacity Subject to the outcome of the market engagement process it is anticipated that the framework will consist of the following proposed core lots: Lot 1 - Housing Refurbishment Works and New Build Lot 2 - Non-domestic Construction, Refurbishment and New Build The framework aims to provide compliant, flexible, and a value for money route for contracting authorities to procure refurbishment and construction works. It will support both national and regional coverage, with opportunities for SMEs to participate. Successful suppliers will be required to demonstrate: * Relevant experience and technical capability in the construction works. * Compliance with the requirements of the Common Assessment Standard (CAS) and other Conditions of Participation * A commitment to sustainability and social value outcomes in line with the public benefit requirements of Procurement Act 2023. The framework will be established for a period of 4 years.

Planning Information

Fusion21 is undertaking a pre-market engagement exercise ahead of the planned procurement of Construction Framework. The framework will support in procuring high-quality, sustainable refurbishment and construction works and deliver value for money, social value and environmental benefits. The primary aim of the market engagement is to seek supplier’s views to assist with and inform the following: • Consider and develop approach to procurement; • Consider the lotting structure, pricing mechanisms and geographical coverage of the framework to best meet the demands of our members; • Influence the design of the procedure, conditions of participation and award criteria; • Identify potential suppliers and ensure that the framework promotes fair access for SMEs and local suppliers, in line with PA23 objectives. • Generate interest amongst the supply base for the purpose of increasing competition at the bidding stage. Participation in this market engagement exercise is open to all suppliers with an interest or capability in delivering Responsive Repairs and Void Property Works and associated services across national and regional areas within the United Kingdom. Fusion21 welcomes the participation from: • Established suppliers currently providing construction works. • SMEs seeking to engage in public sector opportunities. This will be achieved by early supplier involvement to develop the proposed pricing model, framework scope, lotting structure, and value bandings, via the following methods: • We invite interested suppliers to provide feedback by completing the following survey: https://survey.hsforms.com/18H4LvaofRKm9_BJIdrDkkgboc1q • Virtual Webinar information session hosted by Fusion21 on 21 September 2026, 2pm to outline initial plans. Interested suppliers are invited to register their interest using this link: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/917ef58a-7daf-4b2b-9979-3a32affda317@0f3cc11b-9759-4db8-9d55-cd61194a6cab • Subject to demand and capacity, Individual 1-1 supplier discussions with interested parties to help inform and shape the new framework. A limited number will be made available and details will be made available in the webinar. Fusion21 plan to carry out supplier market engagement throughout September and October 2026 including a supplier webinar on 21 September 2026. The preliminary market engagement window will close on the 20 October 2026 with anticipated publication of tender by the end of November 2026. The new framework agreement scheduled to go live on 24th May 2027.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06f755
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/086093-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work

70 - Real estate services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

44112000 - Miscellaneous building structures

44130000 - Sewer mains

45000000 - Construction work

45100000 - Site preparation work

45110000 - Building demolition and wrecking work and earthmoving work

45120000 - Test drilling and boring work

45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

45210000 - Building construction work

45211000 - Construction work for multi-dwelling buildings and individual houses

45211100 - Construction work for houses

45211200 - Sheltered housing construction work

45211300 - Houses construction work

45211310 - Bathrooms construction work

45211320 - Porches construction work

45211340 - Multi-dwelling buildings construction work

45211341 - Flats construction work

45211350 - Multi-functional buildings construction work

45211360 - Urban development construction work

45212000 - Construction work for buildings relating to leisure, sports, culture, lodging and restaurants

45212100 - Construction work of leisure facilities

45212110 - Leisure centre construction work

45212140 - Recreation installation

45212170 - Entertainment building construction work

45212200 - Construction work for sports facilities

45212222 - Gymnasium construction work

45212224 - Stadium construction work

45212230 - Installation of changing rooms

45212290 - Repair and maintenance work in connection with sports facilities

45212300 - Construction work for art and cultural buildings

45212360 - Religious buildings construction work

45213000 - Construction work for commercial buildings, warehouses and industrial buildings, buildings relating to transport

45214000 - Construction work for buildings relating to education and research

45215000 - Construction work for buildings relating to health and social services, for crematoriums and public conveniences

45215100 - Construction work for buildings relating to health

45216000 - Construction work for buildings relating to law and order or emergency services and for military buildings

45220000 - Engineering works and construction works

45232000 - Ancillary works for pipelines and cables

45260000 - Roof works and other special trade construction works

45261000 - Erection and related works of roof frames and coverings

45262000 - Special trade construction works other than roof works

45262650 - Cladding works

45262690 - Refurbishment of run-down buildings

45300000 - Building installation work

45310000 - Electrical installation work

45320000 - Insulation work

45330000 - Plumbing and sanitary works

45340000 - Fencing, railing and safety equipment installation work

45350000 - Mechanical installations

45400000 - Building completion work

45410000 - Plastering work

45420000 - Joinery and carpentry installation work

45430000 - Floor and wall covering work

45440000 - Painting and glazing work

45450000 - Other building completion work

45453000 - Overhaul and refurbishment work

45453100 - Refurbishment work

70110000 - Development services of real estate

70111000 - Development of residential real estate

70112000 - Development of non-residential real estate

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

71200000 - Architectural and related services

71300000 - Engineering services

71400000 - Urban planning and landscape architectural services

71500000 - Construction-related services

71520000 - Construction supervision services

71521000 - Construction-site supervision services

71540000 - Construction management services

71541000 - Construction project management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£750,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Sep 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
12 Nov 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 May 2027 - 23 May 2031 4-5 years
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
Fusion 21 Foundation
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KNOWSLEY
Postcode
L34 1PJ
Postcode Area
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD71 East Merseyside
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Knowsley
Electoral Ward
St Michaels
Westminster Constituency
Knowsley

Further Information

Notice Documents

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