Framework for the Provision of Housing Adaptations

Overview

The City of Doncaster Council (CDC) is seeking to establish an open Framework for the Provision of Housing Adaptations under the regulations outlined in the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23). It is a requirement under the regulations to detail the process suppliers must follow and the call off process. All Framework management, post tender, will also be in accordance with PA23. The Framework is divided into nine lots; you are invited to apply for one or more lots. Lot One: Minor Adaptations - supply, installation, commissioning, testing, and completion of minor adaptations tailored to the needs of individuals, enabling them to regain independence or return home from hospital sooner. Trades required electrical, plumbing, joinery, handyman. Estimated lot value £6,720,000 inclusive of VAT over the entire term of the frameworks. Lot Two: Bathroom Adaptations - redesign and modification of existing bathroom facilities to enable individuals to regain independence or allow carers to provide personal care safely and effectively. Estimated lot value £960,000 inclusive of VAT over the entire term of the frameworks. Lot Three: Kitchen Adaptations - adjustments to existing kitchen or full kitchen redesigns to improve accessibility, safety, and usability. Estimated lot value £6,720,000 inclusive of VAT over the entire term of the frameworks Lot Four: Housing Adaptations - minor adjustments or significant internal layout changes to improve accessibility, safety, and usability. Estimated lot value £1,440,000 inclusive of VAT over the entire term of the frameworks. Lot Five: Extensions - modular extensions; design supply and build, modular extensions; design and supply only. Groundworks for modular extensions, garage conversions, traditional brick and block extensions. Estimated lot value £768,000 inclusive of VAT over the entire term of the frameworks. Lot Six: Accessibility Adaptations - ramps; permanent concrete, ramps; semi-permanent modular metal, handrails and grab rails, hardstanding and driveways. Estimated lot value £5,760,000 inclusive of VAT over the entire term of the frameworks. Lot Seven: Stair Lifts, Through Floor Lifts and Hoists - supply, installation, commissioning, testing, and maintenance of stair lifts, through floor lifts, and ceiling/portable hoists. Estimated lot value £5,760,000 inclusive of VAT over the entire term of the frameworks. Lot Eight: Safe Spaces - installation of padded wall systems, secure door and window features, half‑doors, and other protective measures designed to minimise injury and improve safety. Estimated lot value £960,000 inclusive of VAT over the entire term of the frameworks. Lot Nine: Fencing - supply and installation of fencing systems; concrete post, gravel board, and wooden panel fencing. Wooden post and wooden feather edge boards with arris rail. Wooden ledged and braced gate. Estimated lot value £960,000 inclusive of VAT over the entire term of the frameworks. The Council is looking to contract with multiple providers across all nine lots of the framework. The Framework(s) will be in place for a total of eight years, once Framework One is established a new Framework will open on an annual basis for new Contractors to apply. As required by PA23 each time a new Framework is opened it will replace the existing Framework and a new notice published on Find a Tender (FTS) New Frameworks Frequency Framework Two - Year Two / Three Open 1st February 2027 Framework Three - Year Three / Four Open 1st February 2028 Framework Four - Year Four / Five Open 1st February 2029 Framework Five - Year Five / Six Open 1st February 2030 Framework Six - Year Six / Seven Open 31st January 2031 Framework Seven - Year Seven / Eight Open 2nd February 2032 Framework Eight - Year Eight Open 1st February 2033 Reopening of the Framework Where a Contractor has previously been awarded a place on the current Framework there will be no requirement to submit a new application when the next Framework is opened if they do no