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title: "National Framework for Major Works 2026"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05a40b"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "CUMBRIA, NORTHUMBERLAND, TYNE AND WEAR NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2025-09-29"
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# National Framework for Major Works 2026

Buyer: CUMBRIA, NORTHUMBERLAND, TYNE AND WEAR NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a40b

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## Summary

The Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust, in conjunction with Pagabo Limited, is in the planning phase of establishing a National Framework for Major Works 2026. As the buyer, the Trust seeks to create a framework that includes construction and refurbishments for various public sector entities within the UK. The intended framework will cover a wide range of projects, including new builds, housing developments, and more complex constructions. With the planning stage well underway, key pre-market engagements are scheduled, such as a webinar on 16th October 2025. The framework, estimated at a gross value of £6 billion, is set to commence on 20th April 2026 and last until 19th April 2030, covering all regions of the UK.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in various construction sectors to secure long-term projects under a framework agreement. SMEs and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the framework is designed to accommodate a wide range of business sizes and types. With a broad classification of construction work, from dwelling buildings to infrastructure projects, businesses with relevant experience and capability could leverage this framework to expand their operations and client base in the public sector. Interested parties are advised to register on the In-Tend e-tendering portal to express their interest and stay informed of upcoming opportunities and procurement details.

## Notice

Pagabo Ltd on behalf of Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust intend to establish a Framework of contractors capable of providing major works construction and refurbishments within the UK for the Public Sector. The framework will cover, but not limited to, new builds, extensions, housing builds, multi-complex builds etc. It is proposed that the term of this Framework Agreement will be for a period of up to 4 years. The framework shall have the facility for Contracting Authorities to Direct Appoint and Further Compete their requirement. The Prior Information Notice (PIN) issued 3rd February 2025 set out the intension to consult the market on the design and scope of the tender. Access to a survey via the e-tendering platform In-Tend was made available to those organisations who expressed interest in the upcoming opportunity. Premarket consultations continue and Pagabo encourages all interested Contractors to register to the e-tendering portal In-Tend to express their interest to receive updates. Pagabo encourage all interested parties to attend a scheduled Pre-Market Engagement webinar on 16th October. To attend the webinar please register following the link below: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Diupv12IRXCPOQKF0u5p5w Pagabo expect to launch the tender for this opportunity in Quarter 4 of 2025. The planned procurement pipeline will be discussed during the webinar.

### Planning Information

Prior Information Notice (PIN) - issued 3rd February 2025 (prior to PA23 implementation)
Pre-Market Engagement Survey - 3rd February 2025 - 29th February 2025
Pre-Market Engagement Webinar - 16th October 2025 https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Diupv12IRXCPOQKF0u5p5w

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060506-2025 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 24 Nov 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 19 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,000,000,000 |
| 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 | CUMBRIA, NORTHUMBERLAND, TYNE AND WEAR NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Additional buyers | PAGABO LIMITED |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE3 3XT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE11 Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Local authority | Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Electoral ward | St Andrew's & Docklands |
| Westminster constituency | Kingston upon Hull West and Haltemprice |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland, TLN Northern Ireland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 45211000 - Construction work for multi-dwelling buildings and individual houses
- 45212000 - Construction work for buildings relating to leisure, sports, culture, lodging and restaurants
- 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
- 45216000 - Construction work for buildings relating to law and order or emergency services and for military buildings
- 45217000 - Inflatable buildings construction work
- 45221000 - Construction work for bridges and tunnels, shafts and subways
- 45222000 - Construction work for engineering works except bridges, tunnels, shafts and subways
- 45223000 - Structures construction work
- 45231000 - Construction work for pipelines, communication and power lines
- 45232000 - Ancillary works for pipelines and cables
- 45233000 - Construction, foundation and surface works for highways, roads
- 45234000 - Construction work for railways and cable transport systems
- 45235000 - Construction work for airfields, runways and manoeuvring surfaces
- 45236000 - Flatwork
- 45241000 - Harbour construction works
- 45242000 - Waterside leisure facilities construction work
- 45243000 - Coastal-defence works
- 45244000 - Marine construction works
- 45245000 - Dredging and pumping works for water treatment plant installations
- 45246000 - River regulation and flood control works
- 45247000 - Construction work for dams, canals, irrigation channels and aqueducts
- 45248000 - Construction work for hydro-mechanical structures
- 45251000 - Construction works for power plants and heating plants
- 45252000 - Construction works for sewage treatment plants, purification plants and refuse incineration plants
- 45253000 - Construction work for chemical-processing plant
- 45254000 - Construction work for mining and manufacturing
- 45255000 - Construction work for the oil and gas industry
- 45261000 - Erection and related works of roof frames and coverings
- 45300000 - Building installation work
- 45400000 - Building completion work

## Release History

- 29 Sep 2025 at 12:46 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060506-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060506-2025
  29th September 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Diupv12IRXCPOQKF0u5p5w
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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