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title: "Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) New Homes Framework NH3"
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# Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) New Homes Framework NH3

Buyer: LHC PROCUREMENT GROUP LIMITED FOR THE SCOTTISH PROCUREMENT ALLIANCE (SPA)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000703290

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## Summary

LHC Procurement Group Limited for the Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA) has awarded the contract for the "Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) New Homes Framework NH3." This framework covers the geographical area of Scotland and consists of 4 workstreams and multiple lots. The agreement commenced on the 2nd May 2023 and will last for 48 months. The procurement stage is complete, and the buying organisation, located in Livingston, UK, follows an open procedure.

This tender for MMC new homes construction offers significant business growth opportunities for SMEs and large contractors specialising in modern construction methods. Businesses involved in 3D modular systems, 2D panelised systems, main contractor solutions, groundworks, and site preparation are well-suited to compete in this framework. With contracts active for various lots, companies can engage in delivering low-rise, high-rise, specialised housing, and associated services across Scotland, providing potential for substantial commercial expansion.

## Notice

This framework covers the geographical area of Scotland and has been procured on behalf of: Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA) This framework is the successor to our popular Offsite Construction of New Homes Framework - NH2 and will be for the construction of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) New Homes and associated works. The framework consists of 4 (four) workstreams and each workstream has multiple lots. As follows: Workstream 1 - Three Dimensional (3D) Modular Systems - Category 1 Lots 1-7 Workstream 2 - Two Dimensional (2D) Panelised Systems - Category 2 Lots 8-10 Workstream 3 - Main Contractors Delivering MMC Solutions - Lots 11-17 Workstream 4 - Groundworks and Site preparation for MMC Housing Projects - Lot 18 This framework agreement will commence on the 2nd May 2023 and will last for 48 months.

### Lot Information

Lot 7 - 3D Modular Adaptive Pods

Lot 7 covers the requirement for units to provide additional accommodation (Assisted bathrooms/Bedrooms etc for disabled users) as a single storey extension for existing housing units. The internal design and layout will be bespoke to meet the specific end user requirements.

Lot 19 - Workstream 1 3D Modular Low Rise Housing Super Lot

Following the evaluation process all companies appointed to one or more of the low rise housing lots 1-4 have been automatically added to the respective superlot. The superlot can be used for call off opportunities where one of the following criteria applies: - A client does not receive a suitable number of responses (either at EOI stage or call off tender stage) having advertised their opportunity through the appropriate lot, value band, and geographical area. - Where there are insufficient Appointed Companies in the relevant lot, value band and geographical area to run the client's preferred call off procedure. No ranking will be applied within the superlot, and call off will be through mini competition only.

Lot 20 - Main Contractors Low Rise Housing Super Lot

Following the evaluation process all companies appointed to one or more of the main contractors low rise housing lots 11-14 have been automatically added to the respective superlot. The superlot can be used for call off opportunities where one of the following criteria applies: - A client does not receive a suitable number of responses (either at EOI stage or call off tender stage) having advertised their opportunity through the appropriate lot, value band, and geographical area. - Where there are insufficient Appointed Companies in the relevant lot, value band and geographical area to run the client's preferred call off procedure. No ranking will be applied within the superlot, and call off will be through mini competition only.

Lot 1 - 3D Modular Low Rise Housing and Apartments up to 11m - 0 - 9 Units

Lot 1 covers low rise volumetric three dimensional units. Volumetric units can be brought to final site in a variety of forms ranging from a basic structure only to one with all internal and external finishes and services installed. This lot encompasses all low rise housing up to 11m in height but typically up to 4 storeys high. This workstream also allows for the installation of volumetric units. This encompasses (but is not limited to) houses, bungalows, flats, apartments, key worker accommodation, temporary accommodation and mixed use sites.

Lot 2 - 3D Modular Low Rise Housing and Apartments up to 11m - 10 - 19 Units

Lot 2 covers low rise volumetric three dimensional units. Volumetric units can be brought to final site in a variety of forms ranging from a basic structure only to one with all internal and external finishes and services installed. This lot encompasses all low rise housing up to 11m in height but typically up to 4 storeys high. This workstream also allows for the installation of volumetric units. This encompasses (but is not limited to) houses, bungalows, flats, apartments, key worker accommodation, temporary accommodation and mixed use sites.

Lot 3 - 3D Modular Low Rise Housing and Apartments up to 11m - 20 - 49 Units

Lot 3 covers low rise volumetric three dimensional units. Volumetric units can be brought to final site in a variety of forms ranging from a basic structure only to one with all internal and external finishes and services installed. This lot encompasses all low rise housing up to 11m in height but typically up to 4 storeys high. This workstream also allows for the installation of volumetric units. This encompasses (but is not limited to) houses, bungalows, flats, apartments, key worker accommodation, temporary accommodation and mixed use sites.

Lot 4 - 3D Modular Low Rise Housing and Apartments up to 11m - 50+ Units

Lot 4 covers low rise volumetric three dimensional units. Volumetric units can be brought to final site in a variety of forms ranging from a basic structure only to one with all internal and external finishes and services installed. This lot encompasses all low rise housing up to 11m in height but typically up to 4 storeys high. This workstream also allows for the installation of volumetric units. This encompasses (but is not limited to) houses, bungalows, flats, apartments, key worker accommodation, temporary accommodation and mixed use sites. To encourage SMEs and regional bidders each lot is also broken down into multiple regional areas bidders can apply for.

Lot 5 - 3D Modular High Rise Housing - 11m or Higher

Lot 5 covers Medium to High Rise volumetric three dimensional units. Volumetric units can be brought to final site in a variety of forms ranging from a basic structure only to one with all internal and external finishes and services installed. This lot covers projects for Medium to High rise developments with floor heights above 11m covering flats/apartments and mixed use projects. This workstream also allows for the installation of volumetric units. To encourage SMEs and regional bidders each lot is also broken down into multiple regional areas bidders can apply for.

Lot 8 - 2D Panelised Systems - Supply Only

Lot 8 covers the supply only of panelised systems including systems such as timber, light gauge steel frames and Structural Insulated Panels (SIPS) or other alternatives. Appointed companies will be able to provide: Basic frames (2a) Enhanced insulations and lining materials (2b) Further enhanced including windows and cladding (2c) This encompasses (but is not limited to) houses, bungalows, flats, apartments, key worker accommodation, temporary accommodation and mixed use sites.

Lot 9 - 2D Panelised Systems - Installers

Lot 9 is for installation panelised systems, such as timber, light gauge steel frames and Structural Insulated Panels (SIPS) or other alternatives by specialist installers. To encourage SMEs and regional bidders each lot is also broken down into multiple regional areas bidders can apply for.

Lot 10 - 2D Panelised Systems - Supply and Installation

Lot 10 covers the supply and installation of panelised systems including systems such as timber, light gauge steel frames and Structural Insulated Panels (SIPS) or other alternatives. Appointed companies will be able to provide: Basic frames (2a) Enhanced insulations and lining materials (2b) Further enhanced including windows and cladding (2c) This encompasses (but is not limited to) houses, bungalows, flats, apartments, key worker accommodation, temporary accommodation and mixed use sites.

Lot 11 - Main Contractors Low Rise Housing and Apartments up to 11m - 0 - 9 Units

Lot 11 encompasses all low rise housing up to 11m in height but typically up to 4 storeys high. Appointed Companies will also be able to deliver Adaptive Pods, this will include the pod and all ancillary works required to install and integrate the pod with the existing property This lot is for main contractors who can provide MMC solutions and Principal Contractor services to deliver all scopes of a construction project including design, manufacturing, groundworks, civils, roadways, drainage installation (sub and super structure), handover and post construction. This also includes the ability for an organisation to supply through either an internal manufacturing facility, nominated third party supplying any MMC categories or another organisation awarded on the framework supplying MMC categories 1 and 2. This encompasses (but is not limited to) houses, bungalows, flats, apartments, key worker accommodation, temporary accommodation and mixed use sites.

Lot 12 - Main Contractors Low Rise Housing and Apartments up to 11m - 10 - 19 Units

Lot 12 encompasses all low rise housing up to 11m in height but typically up to 4 storeys high. Appointed Companies will also be able to deliver Adaptive Pods, this will include the pod and all ancillary works required to install and integrate the pod with the existing property This lot is for main contractors who can provide MMC solutions and Principal Contractor services to deliver all scopes of a construction project including design, manufacturing, groundworks, civils, roadways, drainage installation (sub and super structure), handover and post construction. This also includes the ability for an organisation to supply through either an internal manufacturing facility, nominated third party supplying any MMC categories or another organisation awarded on the framework supplying MMC categories 1 and 2. This encompasses (but is not limited to) houses, bungalows, flats, apartments, key worker accommodation, temporary accommodation and mixed use sites.

Lot 13 - Main Contractors Low Rise Housing and Apartments up to 11m - 20 - 49 Units

Lot 13 encompasses all low rise housing up to 11m in height but typically up to 4 storeys high. Appointed Companies will also be able to deliver Adaptive Pods, this will include the pod and all ancillary works required to install and integrate the pod with the existing property This lot is for main contractors who can provide MMC solutions and Principal Contractor services to deliver all scopes of a construction project including design, manufacturing, groundworks, civils, roadways, drainage installation (sub and super structure), handover and post construction. This also includes the ability for an organisation to supply through either an internal manufacturing facility, nominated third party supplying any MMC categories or another organisation awarded on the framework supplying MMC categories 1 and 2. This encompasses (but is not limited to) houses, bungalows, flats, apartments, key worker accommodation, temporary accommodation and mixed use sites.

Lot 14 - Main Contractors Low Rise Housing and Apartments up to 11m - 50+ Units

Lot 14 encompasses all low rise housing up to 11m in height but typically up to 4 storeys high. Appointed Companies will also be able to deliver Adaptive Pods, this will include the pod and all ancillary works required to install and integrate the pod with the existing property This lot is for main contractors who can provide MMC solutions and Principal Contractor services to deliver all scopes of a construction project including design, manufacturing, groundworks, civils, roadways, drainage installation (sub and super structure), handover and post construction. This also includes the ability for an organisation to supply through either an internal manufacturing facility, nominated third party supplying any MMC categories or another organisation awarded on the framework supplying MMC categories 1 and 2. This encompasses (but is not limited to) houses, bungalows, flats, apartments, key worker accommodation, temporary accommodation and mixed use sites.

Lot 15 - Main Contractors High Rise Housing - 11m or Higher

Lot 15 covers projects for Medium to High rise developments with floor heights above 11m covering flats/apartments and mixed use projects. This lot is for main contractors who can provide MMC solutions and Principal Contractor services to deliver all scopes of a construction project including design, manufacturing, groundworks, civils, roadways, drainage installation (sub and super structure), handover and post construction. This also includes the ability for an organisation to supply through either an internal manufacturing facility, nominated third party supplying any MMC categories or another organisation awarded on the framework supplying MMC categories 1 and 2. This encompasses (but is not limited to) houses, bungalows, flats, apartments, key worker accommodation, temporary accommodation and mixed use sites.

Lot 16 - Main Contractors Care Homes and Specialised Housing

Lot 16 covers the provision of specialist housing including Care Homes, Extra Care Housing, Sheltered Housing and Assisted Living Housing. This lot is for main contractors who can provide MMC solutions and Principal Contractor services to deliver all scopes of a construction project including design, manufacturing, groundworks, civils, roadways, drainage installation (sub and super structure), handover and post construction. This also includes the ability for an organisation to supply through either an internal manufacturing facility, nominated third party supplying any MMC categories or another organisation awarded on the framework supplying MMC categories 1 and 2.

Lot 17 - Main Contractors 'Room on the Roof'

Lot 17 covers the provision of additional residential accommodation on top of an existing building, (this will include the accommodation and all associated works). In addition to the room on the roof accommodation, refurbishment and energy efficiency measures may need to be provided to the existing building as part of the project. This also includes the ability for an organisation to supply through either an internal manufacturing facility, nominated third party supplying any MMC categories or another organisation awarded on the framework supplying MMC categories 1 and 2. This encompasses (but is not limited to) houses, bungalows, flats, apartments, key worker accommodation, temporary accommodation and mixed use sites.

Lot 18 - Groundworks and Associated Works

Lot 18 is for the provision of Groundworks and associated services encompassing: - Ground Works - Civil Engineering and Drainage - Roadworks and S278 Works - Site Setup and enabling works - Hard landscaping - Geotechnical and exploratory ground investigation and surveys - Remediation - Drainage - Foundations - Retaining Wall

Lot 6 - 3D Modular Independent and Assisted Housing and Care Homes

Lot 6 covers the provision of specialist housing including Care Homes, Extra Care Housing, Sheltered Housing and Assisted Living Housing. Volumetric units can be brought to final site in a variety of forms ranging from a basic structure only to one with all internal and external finishes and services installed. This workstream also allows for the installation of volumetric units. To encourage SMEs and regional bidders each lot is also broken down into multiple regional areas bidders can apply for.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY477809 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 May 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Oct 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Apr 2023 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

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

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Active, Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LHC PROCUREMENT GROUP LIMITED FOR THE SCOTTISH PROCUREMENT ALLIANCE (SPA) |
| Additional buyers | LHC FOR THE SCOTTISH PROCUREMENT ALLIANCE (SPA) |
| Locality | LIVINGSTON |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH54 8AF |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM14 West Lothian |
| Local authority | West Lothian |
| Electoral ward | Livingston North |
| Westminster constituency | Livingston |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 10 |
| Supplier names | A&E ELKINS T/A ELKINS CONSTRUCTION; ADVANCE CONSTRUCTION (SCOTLAND; BEATTIE PASSIVE; CCG (SCOTLAND; CONNECT MODULAR; COREHAUS; DONALDSON TIMBER SYSTEMS; SIGMAT; TOPHAT COMMUNITIES; VHE CONSTRUCTION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 44211000 - Prefabricated buildings
- 44211100 - Modular and portable buildings
- 45000000 - Construction work
- 45100000 - Site preparation work
- 45111200 - Site preparation and clearance work
- 45211000 - Construction work for multi-dwelling buildings and individual houses
- 45211100 - Construction work for houses
- 45211200 - Sheltered housing construction work
- 45211300 - Houses construction work
- 45211310 - Bathrooms construction work
- 45211340 - Multi-dwelling buildings construction work
- 45211341 - Flats construction work
- 45211350 - Multi-functional buildings construction work
- 45211360 - Urban development construction work
- 45223800 - Assembly and erection of prefabricated structures
- 45223810 - Prefabricated constructions
- 45223820 - Prefabricated units and components
- 45223821 - Prefabricated units
- 45223822 - Prefabricated components
- 45453100 - Refurbishment work

## Release History

- 4 May 2023 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY477809
- 19 Aug 2022 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG456845

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG456845
  Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) New Homes Framework NH3 - LHC on behalf of the Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA) is seeking interest from suitable organisations for our Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) New Homes Framework (NH3). This is a national framework and is being procured on behalf of: Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA) Welsh Procurement Alliance (WPA) South-West Procurement Alliance (SWPA) Consortium Procurement Construction (CPC) LHC This framework is the successor to our popular Offsite Construction of New Homes Framework - NH2 and will be for the construction of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) New Homes and associated works. The framework consists of 4 (four) workstreams and each workstream has multiple lots bidders can apply for. As follows: Workstream 1 - Three Dimensional (3D) Modular Systems - Category 1 Workstream 2 - Two Dimensional (2D) Panelised Systems - Category 2 Workstream 3 - Main Contractors Delivering MMC Solutions Workstream 4 - Groundworks and Site preparation for MMC Housing Projects To encourage SMEs and regional bidders each lot is also broken down into multiple regional areas bidders can apply for. Bidders will be required to meet a minimum turnover requirement for each lot (please refer to ITT). LHC will conduct a financial assessment. This assessment will allow LHC to carry out a robust assessment of a Bidders' financial standing. The assessment will have 2 stages: 1) Credit score - LHC will use Creditsafe to carry out initial checking of a Bidders' financial status. 2) Profitability, Stability and Liquidity Assessment - Bidders will be assessed on their financial stability based on a range of financial information obtained from the Bidders annual accounts. Bidders will be required to have the following minimum levels of insurance: All lots except lot 9 and 18 Employers (Compulsory) Liability Insurance: 5,000,000 GBP Public Liability Insurance: 5,000,000 GBP Professional Indemnity Insurance: 2,000,000 GBP Lots 9 and 18 Employers (Compulsory) Liability Insurance: 5,000,000 GBP Public Liability Insurance: 5,000,000 GBP Technical requirements: Bidders are required to have the following: All Bidders: Health and Safety ISO 45001 (please refer to ITT for accepted equivalents) Lots 1-7, 8, 10, 11-17: Environmental Management ISO 14001 (please refer to ITT for accepted equivalents) Quality Management ISO 9001 (please refer to ITT for accepted equivalents)
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY477809
  Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) New Homes Framework NH3 - This framework covers the geographical area of Scotland and has been procured on behalf of: Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA) This framework is the successor to our popular Offsite Construction of New Homes Framework - NH2 and will be for the construction of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) New Homes and associated works. The framework consists of 4 (four) workstreams and each workstream has multiple lots. As follows: Workstream 1 - Three Dimensional (3D) Modular Systems - Category 1 Lots 1-7 Workstream 2 - Two Dimensional (2D) Panelised Systems - Category 2 Lots 8-10 Workstream 3 - Main Contractors Delivering MMC Solutions - Lots 11-17 Workstream 4 - Groundworks and Site preparation for MMC Housing Projects - Lot 18 This framework agreement will commence on the 2nd May 2023 and will last for 48 months.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.scottishprocurement.scot
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000703290
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lhc/aspx/ProjectManage/1
- https://www.lhc.gov.uk/

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