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title: "Direct Award - Lot 1 - Loft Insulation Services Framework"
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# Direct Award - Lot 1 - Loft Insulation Services Framework

Buyer: THE COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF KIRKLEES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05533c

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## Summary

The Council of the Borough of Kirklees has initiated a procurement process for loft insulation services, culminating in a recent contract award dated 9th March 2026. This opportunity, located in Huddersfield and surrounding regions in the United Kingdom, involves the delivery of loft insulation within properties managed by Kirklees Homes. The procurement process is identified as a direct award under a framework agreement, specified by UK legislation 2023/54, and requires the principal contractor to be Trustmark registered, complying with Part L Building Regulations and PAS 2030/2035:2023. The contract commenced on 1st November 2025 and is valued at £50,000, with anticipated completion by 31st March 2026. It employs an open competition procurement method that enables broader participation at the sub-central government level.

This tender opens significant avenues for business expansion, particularly for small to medium-sized enterprises like RE:GEN Solutions Limited, who secured the supplier role. The framework agreement not only facilitates a robust competition among suppliers but also allows for direct awards based on ranking, exponentially benefiting businesses with relevant expertise in loft insulation work. Companies with accreditation as a Trustmark registered Principal Contractor are particularly well-positioned to leverage this opportunity, further bolstered by the requirement for quality assurance in insulation services across multiple housing archetypes. Firms that align well with eco-friendly and sustainable building materials, and can navigate the nuanced criteria of cost-effective solutions, stand enabled to achieve substantial growth through engagements precipitated by this framework.

## Notice

Instalment of loft insulation on properties managed by Kirklees Homes and Neighbourhoods. We require the Principal Contractor to comply with Building Regulations 2010, specifically Part L, be Trustmark (or equivalent) registered, and the installation measures must meet PAS 2030/2035:2023. Relaying of loft insulation to ensure adequate covering is provided; *Topping up of existing insulation; *Installing loft insulation from new including insulation of the loft hatch; *Removal of wet or contaminated loft insulation and installing from new; *Installing hook and eye fastening to loft hatches where required; *Clearance of Lofts and disposal of unwanted items (disclaimer required).

### Lot Information

Loft Insulation

A Trustmark (or equivalent) registered Principal Contractor is required to complete loft insulation Work on approximately 1000 properties. The properties are situated across the Kirklees Borough and consist of several archetypes which include 1-bedroom flats, 1-bedroom bungalows, 2 bed and 3 bed properties. A loft inspection must be completed on each property prior to the commencement of the Works, this inspection will determine the level of Works required. Works required could include but will not be limited to: * Relaying of loft insulation to ensure adequate covering is provided; * Topping up of existing insulation; * Installing loft insulation from new including insulation of the loft hatch; * Removal of wet or contaminated loft insulation and installing from new; * Installing hook and eye fastening to loft hatches where required; * Clearance of Lofts and disposal of unwanted items (disclaimer required).

Renewal: The initial Contract term will run from November 2025 to November 2027 with the option to extend by two periods of 12 months each taking the total contract period to 48 months if all extension options are taken

Cavity Wall Insulation

A Trustmark (or equivalent) registered Principal Contractor is required to complete cavity wall insulation on approximately 200 properties. There will be a requirement to complete approximately one third of the proposed number by November 2026 due to backlog of outstanding Works and the remaining over the term of the contract. The properties are situated across the Kirklees Borough and consist of several architypes which include 1-bedroom flats, 1-bedroom bungalows, 2 bed and 3 bed properties. The product to be used to infill the cavity is to be in accordance with British Board of Agreement (BBA) certified and Cavity Insulation Guarantee Agency (CIGA) approved 25-year guarantee and installed in line with Building Regulations. Materials with a classification of A1 when tested to BS EN 13501-1 Reaction to Fire should be used. Kirklees Council product choice for the cavity fills is any mineral wool or glass blown fibre product that adheres to the classification above. Kirklees Council do not accept any flammable product such as polystyrene balls.

Renewal: The initial Contract term will run from November 2025 to November 2027 with the option to extend by two periods of 12 months each taking the total contract period to 48 months if all extension options are taken

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020733-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,500,000 |
| Lots value | £1,500,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £1,550,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF KIRKLEES |
| Locality | HUDDERSFIELD |
| Post town | Huddersfield |
| Postcode | HD1 2TA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE44 Calderdale and Kirklees |
| Local authority | Kirklees |
| Electoral ward | Newsome |
| Westminster constituency | Huddersfield |
| Delivery location | TLE44 Calderdale and Kirklees |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 7 |
| Supplier names | ECO PROVIDERS; EFFICIENT ENERGY SERVICES; IAN WILLIAMS; NORTHERN RETROFIT; RE:GEN SOLUTIONS; YORKSHIRE ENERGY SOLUTIONS; ZERO CARBON GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45261410 - Roof insulation work
- 45320000 - Insulation work
- 45321000 - Thermal insulation work

## Release History

- 9 Mar 2026 at 09:56 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020733-2026
- 12 Nov 2025 at 11:35 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073100-2025
- 28 Jul 2025 at 09:05 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043329-2025
- 25 Jun 2025 at 10:37 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035005-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020733-2026
  9th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073100-2025
  12th November 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043329-2025
  28th July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035005-2025
  25th June 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.kirklees.gov.uk
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=YORTENDER
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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