--- title: "West Northamptonshire Council - Term Maintenance Contracts (Pre-Market Engagement) Buildings Framework" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0563cc" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0563cc" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0563cc.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0563cc.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2025-07-22" --- # West Northamptonshire Council - Term Maintenance Contracts (Pre-Market Engagement) Buildings Framework Buyer: WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0563cc [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0563cc) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0563cc.json) ## Summary West Northamptonshire Council, a public authority located in the East Midlands of England, is in the planning stage of a pre-market engagement (PME) for Term Maintenance Contracts. The focus is on building and estate maintenance services within the services industry category. The process aims to shape the final strategy before a formal procurement launch anticipated in September 2025, with contracts starting from April 2026. Interested parties must register on the In-Tend Electronic Tendering Site to access full details and engage in supplier briefings. Supplier engagement is scheduled and requires registration by 15th August 2025. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses within the building maintenance sector, particularly those specializing in roofing, electrics, drainage, fencing, and grounds maintenance services. It is structured to foster long-term partnerships, supporting local and national suppliers through a framework agreement. Businesses of all sizes, including SMEs, may benefit from the clearly defined lots and opportunities for direct awards in exceptional cases, enhancing their portfolio and expanding their market presence under fair and transparent procurement practices. ## Notice Pre-Market Engagement (PME) Notice Title: West Northamptonshire Council - Term Maintenance Contracts (Pre-Market Engagement) Notice Type: Pre-Market Engagement (PME) Publication Date: 21 July 2025 Authority Name: West Northamptonshire Council Region: East Midlands (England) Overview: West Northamptonshire Council is undertaking a Pre-Market Engagement (PME) exercise ahead of a formal procurement process for Term Maintenance Contracts, anticipated to launch in September 2025. This process will help inform the market, collect feedback, and shape the final strategy for building and estate maintenance services. Background: Since the 2022 local government reorganisation, contracts inherited from legacy councils have been maintained through interim arrangements. With the Procurement Act now active, the Council intends to establish long-term contracts that strengthen strategic partnerships and reduce re-procurement frequency. Objectives: Develop collaborative long-term relationships with suppliers Attract both local and national providers Maintain fair, transparent procurement processes Use standard market-recognised contract forms Deliver social value and community benefits Support the local supply chain and workforce Comply with Building Safety Act and H&S standards Enable CPD and skills development Approach: Frameworks with multiple suppliers Mix of mini-competitions and direct awards Clearly defined service area lots (e.g. roofing, electrics) Open framework up to 8 years, with minimum two re-openings Direct awards permitted in exceptional cases Procurement Areas (Building Maintenance): *General Building (planned and reactive): single supplier, 4-year contract *Roofing (pitched, flat, cladding): framework of 4 suppliers, 4-year contract * Drainage and Civils: single supplier, 8-year contract *Fencing: framework of 4 suppliers, 8-year contract, reopens every 4 years *Grounds Maintenance and Tree Services: Framework of 4 supplier , 8-year contract, reopens every 4 year *Fire Management Services: Framework of 4 supplier , 8-year contract, reopens every 4 years Timeline: PME Launch: July 2025 Procurement Launch: September 2025 Contract Start: From April 2026 Supplier Engagement Activities: *Online surveys *Briefings via a supplier day How to Participate: Interested suppliers are encouraged to register an account on the Council's procurement portal: In-Tend Electronic Tendering Site. Once the tender is launched, registered users will be able to access the full tender pack and associated documents, should they wish to respond to the opportunity. Further information regarding supplier days and other pre-market engagement activity will also be shared via the portal. Important Note: Registration is required to attend PME events. Participation in this engagement does not guarantee future contract opportunities; outcomes depend on the results of PME and internal governance decisions. ### Planning Information For supplier(s) seeking to participate in this PME. Please follow the below instructions. How to Participate: Interested suppliers are encouraged to register an account on the Council’s procurement portal: In-Tend Electronic Tendering Site. Once the tender is launched, registered users will be able to access the full tender pack and associated documents, should they wish to respond to the opportunity. Further information regarding supplier days and other pre-market engagement activity will also be shared via the portal. Important Note: Registration is required to attend PME events. Participation in this engagement does not guarantee future contract opportunities; outcomes depend on the results of PME and internal governance decisions. Should supplier(s) need any assistance with this registration or have any questions please do feel free to contact us via the in-tend portal correspondence function or email us at procurement@westnorthants.gov.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041996-2025 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 Jul 2025 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 1 Sep 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £8,333,333 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Planning | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | NORTHAMPTON | | Post town | Northampton | | Postcode | NN1 1ED | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire | | ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire | | Local authority | West Northamptonshire | | Electoral ward | Castle | | Westminster constituency | Northampton North | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment - 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 45 - Construction work - 51 - Installation services (except software) - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 31625000 - Burglar and fire alarms - 35111500 - Fire suppression system - 35111520 - Fire suppression foam or similar compounds - 39293400 - Artificial lawn - 44111000 - Building materials - 44115000 - Building fittings - 44115800 - Building internal fittings - 44163112 - Drainage system - 44211000 - Prefabricated buildings - 44221220 - Fire doors - 45110000 - Building demolition and wrecking work and earthmoving work - 45111240 - Ground-drainage work - 45112700 - Landscaping work - 45112710 - Landscaping work for green areas - 45112711 - Landscaping work for parks - 45112712 - Landscaping work for gardens - 45112714 - Landscaping work for cemeteries - 45112720 - Landscaping work for sports grounds and recreational areas - 45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds - 45210000 - Building construction work - 45211340 - Multi-dwelling buildings construction work - 45211350 - Multi-functional buildings construction work - 45212000 - Construction work for buildings relating to leisure, sports, culture, lodging and restaurants - 45212170 - Entertainment building construction work - 45212300 - Construction work for art and cultural buildings - 45212310 - Construction work for buildings relating to exhibitions - 45212320 - Construction work for buildings relating to artistic performances - 45212360 - Religious buildings construction work - 45213100 - Construction work for commercial buildings - 45213200 - Construction work for warehouses and industrial buildings - 45213240 - Agricultural buildings construction work - 45213250 - Construction work for industrial buildings - 45213312 - Car park building construction work - 45214000 - Construction work for buildings relating to education and research - 45214200 - Construction work for school buildings - 45214300 - Construction work for college buildings - 45215200 - Construction work for social services buildings - 45216112 - Court building construction work - 45232450 - Drainage construction works - 45232451 - Drainage and surface works - 45232452 - Drainage works - 45260000 - Roof works and other special trade construction works - 45261210 - Roof-covering work - 45261410 - Roof insulation work - 45261900 - Roof repair and maintenance work - 45261910 - Roof repair - 45261920 - Roof maintenance work - 45262690 - Refurbishment of run-down buildings - 45262700 - Building alteration work - 45262800 - Building extension work - 45300000 - Building installation work - 45340000 - Fencing, railing and safety equipment installation work - 45342000 - Erection of fencing - 45400000 - Building completion work - 51700000 - Installation services of fire protection equipment - 71400000 - Urban planning and landscape architectural services - 77314000 - Grounds maintenance services - 90733500 - Surface water pollution drainage services - 90733800 - Groundwater pollution drainage services ## Release History - 22 Jul 2025 at 12:03 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041996-2025 - 22 Jul 2025 at 11:59 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041993-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041996-2025 22nd July 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041993-2025 22nd July 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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