--- title: "Material Supply & Merchant Services Framework" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0609ac" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0609ac" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0609ac.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0609ac.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "PROSPER" published: "2026-01-20" --- # Material Supply & Merchant Services Framework Buyer: PROSPER Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0609ac [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0609ac) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0609ac.json) ## Summary PROSPER is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process for its "Material Supply & Merchant Services Framework". As a public undertaking operating from Newcastle upon Tyne, PROSPER is seeking input through a Request for Information (RFI) for this multi-supplier framework. The procurement falls within the industry category of goods, specifically targeting construction materials, bathroom furniture, electrical machinery, and heating equipment, with an estimated value of £600 million. The framework will serve PROSPER's members and other public sector bodies across the UK. The deadline for submitting information for the RFI is set for 3rd February 2026 at 23:59. The framework comprises ten lots, ranging from sanitaryware to solar PV and battery storage, with a specific concentration on merchant services divided into regional sub-lots. This framework presents abundant opportunities for businesses looking for growth by engaging with multiple public sector clients through a single framework agreement. Companies that specialize in construction materials, electrical and heating supplies, or merchant services will find this tender particularly advantageous. It is suited to both large corporations and SMEs capable of providing regional and national coverage. Engaging in this framework can enhance a business's visibility and credibility within the public sector, and provide the potential for sustained, multi-year contracts through a robust procurement method. Businesses interested in participating should prepare for a competitive process and ensure registration on the Central Digital Platform and Proactis ProContract systems to maximize their opportunity for inclusion. ## Notice This is a Preliminary market engagement (PME) where the tender documentation is not yet available. The authority seeks to establish a multi-supplier, multi-lot framework for the provision of Materials Supply & Merchant services, for its members and other Public Sector Contracting Bodies across the UK. The framework is split into Ten lots: * Lot 1: Sanitaryware * Lot 2: Heating * Lot 3: Electrical * Lot 4: Flooring * Lot 5: Tiling * Lot 6: Windows & Doors * Lot 7: Fire Doors * Lot 8: Roofing * Lot 9: Solar PV & Battery Storage * Lot 10: Merchant Services - Managed Stores Lot 10 will be split into Seven Regional Sub-Lots: * Sub-Lot 1 - North * Sub-Lot 2 - Central * Sub-Lot 3 - South East * Sub-Lot 4 - South West * Sub-Lot 5 - Wales * Sub-Lot 6 - Scotland * Sub-Lot 7 - Northern Ireland. ### Planning Information The submission deadline for the Request for Information (RFI) is shown below A Request for Information (RFI) in this case is where Prosper are at an early stage in development of its proposals but prior to formulating any formal procurement opportunity, seeks input from the market as to what might be the most potentially attractive way of packaging and scoping a future procurement opportunity, and to explore potential solutions and refine requirements. The exercise will also provide an opportunity for Prosper to obtain insight into the likely level of interest in a proposed framework from the market. The RFI for Material Supply & Merchant Services Framework is available on the Proactis ProContract eTendering Portal (https://procontract.due-north.com/register). Please refer to instructions below on how to express your interest. The RFI is available within a Public Message for this opportunity on the Portal and suppliers should follow the instructions for completing the RFI as captured within the Public Message. To ensure that equal treatment principles are upheld, any information provided by the market that PROSPER deems to be non-confidential or commercially sensitive which shapes our procurement process, proposed route and any refinements will be shared as part of the tender process, including details of the process and outcomes. Potential bidders will not be prejudiced by any response or failure to respond to this RFI. Potential bidders must also note that a response to this notice does not guarantee an invitation to participate in this or any future procurement that Prosper may conduct, nor that Prosper will procure any such supply and services or accept any proposals offered. All organisations intending to submit a bid for opportunities published under the Procurement Act 2023 must also be registered on the Central Digital Platform and any which are not will be unable to submit responses. For further details on the Procurement Act, including registration on the Central Digital Platform can be found as follows: https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/information-and-guidance-for-suppliers For all Prosper procurements, including this Material Supply & Merchant Services Framework, registration will also be required on Proactis ProContract e-Tendering System. (https://procontract.due-north.com/Login) To access the Request for Information Go to the Proactis ProContract Portal https://procontract.due-north.com/register 1) Register (if not already registered on ProContract) 2) Click ‘Find Opportunities’ link on the Recently added opportunities bar 3) On Left hand side use the dropdown under Organisations and select PROSPER 4) The current opportunities available will be displayed. 5) Click on the title of Material Supply & Merchant Services Framework 6) Click ‘Login and Register interest in this opportunity’ Once you have expressed an interest, open this opportunity from the Activity dashboard. Please access the Messages area for any further communications on this preliminary market engagement, including the RFI documentation. Follow the instructions contained within the message to submit your response to the RFI. Any questions or clarifications relating to this pre market engagement should also be submitted to PROSPER using the Message facility. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004704-2026 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 20 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 13 Feb 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 4 May 2026 - 6 May 2030 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £500,000,000 | | 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 | PROSPER | | Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE | | Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne | | Postcode | NE28 9NZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear | | ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside | | Local authority | North Tyneside | | Electoral ward | Shiremoor | | Westminster constituency | Tynemouth | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting - 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) ### Codes - 31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting - 39144000 - Bathroom furniture - 39715000 - Water heaters and heating for buildings; plumbing equipment - 44100000 - Construction materials and associated items ## Release History - 20 Jan 2026 at 11:22 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004704-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004704-2026 20th January 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://prosper.uk.com/ - https://procontract.due-north.com/Login - https://procontract.due-north.com/register - https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/information-and-guidance-for-suppliers - 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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