--- title: "Labour Resources Framework Agreement" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-029991" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-029991" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-029991.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-029991.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "NORTHERN GAS NETWORKS LIMITED" published: "2021-10-08" --- # Labour Resources Framework Agreement Buyer: NORTHERN GAS NETWORKS LIMITED Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-029991 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-029991) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-029991.json) ## Summary The Labour Resources Framework Agreement, initiated by Northern Gas Networks Limited, focuses on the delivery of repair and maintenance services across the UK, specifically in operational projects and works orders. This procurement process has completed its tender stage, with the framework already active as of 30 September 2021. The agreement is divided into seven lots, covering various services such as joinery, electrical services, and scaffolding. Businesses looking to participate must note that the contract has a duration of three years, with options for extension. This framework presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in maintenance and repair services, particularly in joinery, electrical work, and general building services. Providers with experience in emergency services or scheduled maintenance in the gas distribution sector would be ideal candidates for this tender. The framework allows for multiple contract awards, which enhances the chances for a variety of suppliers to engage with Northern Gas Networks, potentially leading to ongoing and lucrative collaborations. ## Notice This Labour Resources framework agreement is to support Northern Gas Networks (NGN) in delivering a large portfolio of operational projects & works orders. This framework will assist NGN's Operations to engage with a range of contracted suppliers who are pre-qualified to carry out associated works. There are four main areas of work that contracted suppliers will support for the duration of the contract in order to maintain safety, productivity, compliance and customer care: Mains Works Replacement Emergency & Repair New Connections Network Maintenance Successful contracted suppliers will be utilised as and when required via the NGN management of these activities. The scope of requirement is split between 7 lots as follows: Lot 1 -Joinery Lot 2 - Carpet Fitting / Cleaning Lot 3 -Drain Repair Lot 4 - Electrical Services Lot 5 - Scaffolding Lot 6 - Tree Surgery Lot 7 - General Building Services ### Lot Information Joinery This would be in support of our Emergency Service when NGN attend a gas emergency and require a "forced entry" to be made for both domestic and non-domestic properties along with the repair and replacement following such activities. Repair and alterations to customers' property would also be a requirement within our planned works Replacement Programme where access to meter controls is difficult and hence alterations to kitchen cupboards etc. would be required along with replacement/repair/removal of wood, laminate flooring & replacement of doors and glazing. Options: 3 year contract term with the option to extend for 3 x 1 year terms thereafter Renewal: minimum 3 year term with an option to extend for 3 x 1 year periods Carpet Fitters / Cleaners This requirement is for the provision of re-instating an existing carpet which has been lifted by one of our engineers or to provide a carpet cleaning service if our engineers have not been able to avoid any soiling. There may be occasions where we request a full carpet fit but this is rare. Options: 3 year contract term with the option to extend for 3 x 1 year terms thereafter Renewal: contract award 3 years with an option to extend for 3 x 1 year periods Drain Repair A much-utilised service surrounding repairs to damaged drains and ducts. The work profile is typically during daytime hours including weekends and bank holidays. Options: 3 year contract term with the option to extend for 3 x 1 year terms thereafter Renewal: 3 year contract with option to extend for 3 x 1 year extensions Electrical Services Earth Bonding which could encompass multiple properties within the same street during our mains pipes replacement works. NGN operatives when carrying out work in customers' properties are sometimes required to move the gas meter location which may impact on the earth bonding, this would require a qualified electrician to carry out this work and ensure safety within the customers property, there is also the possibility of damage to both internal and external domestic electrical supplies i.e. power to garage etc. that would again require repair or replacement. Options: 3 year contract term with the option to extend for 3 x 1 year term thereafter Renewal: 3 year contract with the option to extend for 3 x 1 year periods Scaffolding Services The business requirement various for both domestic & commercial works and encompasses all types of scaffolding for both planned works and short notice emergency works. Options: 3 year contract term with the option to extend for 3 x 1 year terms thereafter Renewal: 3 year contract with provision to extend for a further 3 x 1 year terms Tree Surgery / landscape services The main requirement is for tree and hedge removal to allow excavation. The suppliers will be expected to clear and remove all waste and debris from site. Options: 3 year contract term with the option to extend for 3 x 1 year terms thereafter Renewal: 3 year contract with provision to extend for 3 x 1 year terms General Building Services The main requirement is small works such as plastering, rendering, wall repair & tiling for domestic and commercial properties where our engineers have a need for reinstatement. There are occasions where a full quotation following a site visit will be required for any work/project that would take more than a single day to complete. Options: 3 year contract term with the option to extend for a further 3 x 1 year term thereafter Renewal: 3 year contract with the provision to extend for a further 3 x 1 year terms ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025187-2021 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 8 Oct 2021 | | Submission deadline | 29 Mar 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 29 Sep 2019 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Cancelled | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NORTHERN GAS NETWORKS LIMITED | | Locality | LEEDS | | Post town | Leeds | | Postcode | LS15 8TU | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds | | Local authority | Leeds | | Electoral ward | Garforth & Swillington | | Westminster constituency | Leeds East | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLC1 Tees Valley and Durham, TLC2 Northumberland, and Tyne and Wear, TLD1 Cumbria, TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 50 - Repair and maintenance services ### Codes - 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services ## Release History - 8 Oct 2021 at 11:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025187-2021 - 8 Mar 2021 at 16:36 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004640-2021 ## Notice URLs - http://www.northerngasnetworks.co.uk - https://www.northerngasnetworks.co.uk/procurement/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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