National Developer Framework
Description: Wirral Council (as the Contracting Authority) is conducting Pre-Market Engagement to gauge the level of market interest and inform the procurement strategy to let a four-year National Developer Framework, as defined by The Procurement Act 2023. The Framework is expected to go live on 1st October 2026. The Framework is intended to provide Public Sector Contracting Authorities with access to suitably qualified Development Partners capable of supporting projects across the full development lifecycle. The Framework is expected to support: early-stage feasibility and pre-development activities, developer-led delivery of public sector assets, and long-term regeneration and investment partnerships. The Framework is expected to include a range of delivery models, including: Development Agreements (DA), Joint Ventures (JV) and Special Purpose Vehicles (SPV), and pre-development and feasibility support services. The Framework will (read more...)
Summary: Wirral Council is currently in the planning stage of procuring a National Developer Framework, which aims to provide public sector contracting authorities access to qualified Development Partners for projects across a range of industries, including construction and real estate development. This framework, expected to commence on 1st October 2026, will operate over four years and cover various sectors from residential and commercial buildings to infrastructure projects like transportation and marine construction. Located in Wallasey, United Kingdom, the council is conducting pre-market engagement to attract potential partners with a track record in development schemes. A key milestone is the engagement session scheduled for 12th May 2026, with a deadline for questionnaire submissions on 29th April 2026.