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title: "Framework for purchase of new homes for below market rent"
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# Framework for purchase of new homes for below market rent

Buyer: LAR HOUSING TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000469860

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## Summary

The procurement process is led by LAR Housing Trust, a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation based in Dunfermline, Scotland. The title of the tender is "Framework for purchase of new homes for below market rent," which falls under the works category in the housing and community amenities industry. The tender was initiated on November 7, 2016, and submissions were due by December 9, 2016, as part of a selective procurement method using a restricted procedure. LAR aims to appoint multiple contractors who have access to land to construct homes that meet their specifications, primarily focusing on Edinburgh, East Lothian, and Midlothian where the demand is greatest.

This tender presents significant opportunities for developers, housebuilders, and related businesses looking to expand their portfolio in the residential construction sector. Companies experienced in building homes to specific technical specifications, particularly those that can deliver two and three-bedroom properties, are encouraged to participate. The framework agreement allows for up to 20 suppliers, creating a competitive environment for firms capable of meeting LAR's requirements and demonstrating robust technical and financial capability.

## Notice

LAR is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation which provides homes for rent to a target tenant group at below market rent levels. LAR seeks to engage with developers, housebuilders and others who are interested in assisting LAR increase its existing portfolio by building homes which meet LAR's minimum Specification. The principle objective of this tender is to appoint multiple contractors who own or have options over land, to a Framework for the construction of homes which meet LAR's Specification. This process is being conducted entirely on a voluntary basis. Any application or reference to the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 unless clearly stated in the tender documents is not to be implied and should not be construed as applying any of the Regulations or bringing any of them into force. Developers who are already in the process of constructing homes or who have completed homes available for purchase should contact LAR directly.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

LAR seeks to increase its portfolio of homes, mainly in the form of 2 bedroom flats and/or houses and 3 bedroom houses. Other sizes/types will be considered, but are not a priority. It is the intention of LAR to set up a multi supplier Framework Agreement, with up to 20 suitably experienced Contractors that own or have options (formal or informal) over land, to build homes to LAR's Specification. Although LAR is prepared to consider developments across Scotland, those areas where there is the greatest demand for this type of home will be prioritised and priority will therefore initially be given to developments in the following areas: First tier: Edinburgh, East Lothian and Midlothian Second tier: All other areas within Scotland LAR is seeking to acquire homes that meet its specification, as set out in the Invitation to Tender. Please note that in many cases, housebuilders' standard house types may be acceptable.. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN285515 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jun 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Dec 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jun 2017 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000,000 |
| Lots value | £30,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Unsuccessful |
| Lots status | Unsuccessful |
| Awards status | Unsuccessful |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LAR HOUSING TRUST |
| Locality | DUNFERMLINE |
| Post town | Kirkcaldy |
| Postcode | KY11 8UU |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife |
| Local authority | Fife |
| Electoral ward | Dunfermline Central |
| Westminster constituency | Dunfermline and Dollar |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45211000 - Construction work for multi-dwelling buildings and individual houses

## Release History

- 7 Jun 2017 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN285515
- 7 Nov 2016 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV263142

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV263142&idx=9
  11th November 2016 - LAR Framework Invitation To Tender Pdf.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV263142&idx=8
  9th November 2016 - LAR ESPD document
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV263142
  Framework for purchase of new homes for below market rent - LAR is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation which provides homes for rent to a target tenant group at below market rent levels. LAR seeks to engage with developers, housebuilders and others who are interested in assisting LAR increase its existing portfolio by building homes which meet LAR's minimum Specification. The principle objective of this tender is to appoint multiple contractors who own or have options over land, to a Framework for the construction of homes which meet LAR's Specification. This process is being conducted entirely on a voluntary basis. Any application or reference to the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 unless clearly stated in the tender documents is not to be implied and should not be construed as applying any of the Regulations or bringing any of them into force. Developers who are already in the process of constructing homes or who have completed homes available for purchase should contact LAR directly.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN285515
  Framework for purchase of new homes for below market rent - LAR is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation which provides homes for rent to a target tenant group at below market rent levels. LAR seeks to engage with developers, housebuilders and others who are interested in assisting LAR increase its existing portfolio by building homes which meet LAR's minimum Specification. The principle objective of this tender is to appoint multiple contractors who own or have options over land, to a Framework for the construction of homes which meet LAR's Specification. This process is being conducted entirely on a voluntary basis. Any application or reference to the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 unless clearly stated in the tender documents is not to be implied and should not be construed as applying any of the Regulations or bringing any of them into force. Developers who are already in the process of constructing homes or who have completed homes available for purchase should contact LAR directly.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.larhousingtrust.co.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000469860

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