Public Buildings Construction and Infrastructure
A Tender Notice
by LHC PROCUREMENT GROUP FOR THE SCOTTISH PROCUREMENT ALLIANCE (SPA)
- Source
- Find a Tender
- Type
- Framework (Works)
- Duration
- 4 year
- Value
- 1B
- Sector
- CONSTRUCTION
- Published
- 20 Oct 2025
- Delivery
- To 09 Dec 2029 (est.)
- Deadline
- 09 Dec 2025 12:00
Related Terms
Location
Livingston
2 buyers
Description
This framework covers a broad range of construction-related services for public buildings across multiple value bands. It includes new build projects delivered using traditional methods or modern framed/panelised systems, refurbishment and restoration of existing and listed public buildings, and associated infrastructure works such as highways, sewers, and drainage. It also encompasses demolition and recovery services to prepare sites for development, facilities management covering building fabric and technical systems, and professional services including project management and cost control. The framework is structured across multiple lots based on project type and value, ranging from under 750,000 GBP to over 25 million GPB.
Lot Division
| 1 | New Build Only – 0 to 1m GBP The construction of new Public buildings, built in the traditional manner to architect and engineers designs. The lot is intended for traditional construction but modern methods of construction such as panalised or framed systems (2D systems, MMC category 2) are permitted. |
| 2 | New Build Only – 1m to 2.5m GBP The construction of new Public buildings, built in the traditional manner to architect and engineers designs. The lot is intended for traditional construction but modern methods of construction such as panalised or framed systems (2D systems, MMC category 2) are permitted. |
| 3 | Refurbishment only – 0 to 1m GBP The repair, renovation and restoration of existing Public Buildings including Listed Buildings with the approval of the conservation officer. This lot is intended for traditionally built offices, schools, hospitals, blue light building and other civic buildings. |
| 4 | Refurbishment only – 1m to 2.5m GBP The repair, renovation and restoration of existing Public Buildings including Listed Buildings with the approval of the conservation officer. This lot is intended for traditionally built offices, schools, hospitals, blue light building and other civic buildings. |
| 5 | Civil Infrastructure – 0 to 2.5m GBP The demolition and recovery of recyclable material to enable development of a public building. The construction of necessary highway, drainage and utilities to service a development, this includes any highway structures such as bridges, retaining walls and works in the existing public highway. |
| 6 | Civil Infrastructure – over 2.5m GBP The demolition and recovery of recyclable material to enable development of a public building. The construction of necessary highway, drainage and utilities to service a development, this includes any highway structures such as bridges, retaining walls and works in the existing public highway. |
| 7 | New Build, Refurbishment and Associated Services - 2.5 to 10m GBP The construction of new Public buildings, built in the traditional manner to architect and engineers designs. The repair, renovation and restoration of existing Public Buildings including Listed Buildings with the approval of the conservation officer. The construction of Highways, sewers and other infrastructure. |
| 8 | New Build, Refurbishment and Associated Services – 10 to 25m GBP The construction of new Public buildings, built in the traditional manner to architect and engineers designs. The repair, renovation and restoration of existing Public Buildings including Listed Buildings with the approval of the conservation officer. The construction of Highways, sewers and other infrastructure to service a development |
| 9 | New Build, Refurbishment and Associated Services – over 25m GBP The construction of new Public buildings, built in the traditional manner to architect and engineers designs. The repair, renovation and restoration of existing Public Buildings including Listed Buildings with the approval of the conservation officer. The construction of Highways, sewers and other infrastructure to service a development. |
| 10 | Hard Facilities Management – all values The management of the physical aspects of a building including – the buildings infrastructure, walls, floors, roof and mechanical and electrical systems. The Health and Safety compliance, Fire safety services and other technical services such as CCTV and door entry systems. It should also include external items such as private street lighting, access road repairs and paving. |
Renewal Options
The Client may extend the term beyond the initial period provided such extension constitutes a non-substantial modification or falls under a permitted modification under Section 74 of the Procurement Act 2023.
Award Criteria
| General Quality Response | 25.0 |
| Workstream Specific Quality Response | 25.0 |
| Regional Quality Response | 15.0 |
| Social Value Response | 10.0 |
| PRICE | 25.0 |
CPV Codes
- 45000000 - Construction work
- 79993000 - Building and facilities management services
- 50116100 - Electrical-system repair services
- 50500000 - Repair and maintenance services for pumps, valves, taps and metal containers and machinery
- 50531100 - Repair and maintenance services of boilers
- 50610000 - Repair and maintenance services of security equipment
- 50710000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical and mechanical building installations
- 50740000 - Repair and maintenance services of escalators
- 45212000 - Construction work for buildings relating to leisure, sports, culture, lodging and restaurants
- 45212200 - Construction work for sports facilities
- 45212300 - Construction work for art and cultural buildings
- 45212313 - Museum construction work
- 45212330 - Library construction work
- 45213100 - Construction work for commercial buildings
- 45213110 - Shop buildings construction work
- 45213150 - Office block construction work
- 45213200 - Construction work for warehouses and industrial buildings
- 45213350 - Construction work for buildings relating to various means of transport
- 45214200 - Construction work for school buildings
- 45214300 - Construction work for college buildings
- 45215000 - Construction work for buildings relating to health and social services, for crematoriums and public conveniences
- 45215222 - Civic centre construction work
- 45216111 - Police station construction work
- 45216112 - Court building construction work
- 45216113 - Prison building construction work
- 45216120 - Construction work for buildings relating to emergency services
- 45216200 - Construction work for military buildings and installations
- 45222110 - Waste disposal site construction work
- 45230000 - Construction work for pipelines, communication and power lines, for highways, roads, airfields and railways; flatwork
- 45233100 - Construction work for highways, roads
- 45233139 - Highway maintenance work
- 45232450 - Drainage construction works
- 45111000 - Demolition, site preparation and clearance work
- 45232452 - Drainage works
Indicators
- Bids should cover a maximum number of lots.
- Bids may cover one or more lots.
- Renewals are available.
- Professional qualifications are sought.
- Award on basis of price.
Other Information
LHC Procurement Group Limited (LHCPG) is a not-for-profit Central Purchasing Body acting on behalf of contracting authorities across England, Wales and Scotland, including the regional hubs: Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA) Welsh Procurement Alliance (WPA) LHC currently monitors and supports delivery of up to 500 live projects across these regions at any one time. The development of this framework has been informed by continuous consultation and feedback from our partner organisations and clients, ensuring the framework is designed to meet the broad and diverse requirements of the public sector. As a result, while many contracting authorities have contributed directly to its development, all other public sector bodies that fall within the definitions of “contracting authorities” under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and the Procurement (Scotland) Regulations 2015 may also access and use this framework where it offers a value-for-money solution. A list of contracting authorities eligible to use LHC frameworks is available via the following links: https://www.northernprocurement.org.uk/who-we-work-with/ https://lse.lhcprocure.org.uk/who-we-work-with/ https://www.scottishprocurement.scot/who-we-work-with/ https://www.swpa.org.uk/who-we-work-with/ https://www.welshprocurement.cymru/who-we-work-with/ This includes, but is not limited to: Registered Social Landlords (RSLs), Tenant Management Organisations (TMOs), Arm’s-Length Management Organisations (ALMOs), Local Authorities and their subsidiaries or joint ventures, Health Authorities, NHS Trusts, Police and Fire Services, Defence Organisations, Publicly Funded Schools, Colleges, Universities, and Registered Charities. Registration and Further Information To register interest in this framework and access tender documents, please visit: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lhc/aspx/ProjectManage/34 NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Public Contracts Scotland Web Site at https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=813410. The Contracting Authority does not intend to include a sub-contract clause as part of community benefits (as per Section 25 of the Procurement Reform (Scotland) Act 2014) in this contract for the following reason: The Contractor shall ensure that all contracts with Subcontractors and Suppliers which the Contractor intends to procure following the Commencement Date, and which the Contractor has not, before the date of this Contract, already planned to award to a particular Subcontractor or Supplier, and are awarded following a fair, open, transparent and competitive process proportionate to the nature and value of the contract. Community benefits are included in this requirement. For more information see: https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-pr... A summary of the expected community benefits has been provided as follows: LHC clients may include community benefit requirements within their call-off contracts under this framework. These may include, but are not limited to: Creating employment and training opportunities for priority groups. Supporting vocational training and workforce upskilling. Promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion initiatives. Creating sub-contracting opportunities for SMEs, the third sector, and supported businesses. Developing and strengthening supply chains. Building capacity within community organisations. Supporting education and social value initiatives. The Contractor shall ensure that all subcontracts or supplier arrangements established after the commencement of this framework are awarded following a fair, open, transparent, and competitive process proportionate to the value and nature of the opportunity. There is no obligation to use PCS to conduct such sub-contracting processes. (SC Ref:813410)
Reference
- FTS 066854-2025