Official UK procurement notice
Consultancy Services — UK public procurement notice
Authority: LHC Procurement Group (Public body)
What is being bought
Published requirement descriptionLHC Procurement Group (LHCPG) intends to establish a new framework agreement for the provision of Consultancy Services (CS2), replacing the existing Consultancy Services (CS1) and Multi-Disciplinary Consultancy (MDC1) frameworks.
The framework will provide public sector organisations with access to a comprehensive range of professional consultancy services to support the planning, design, delivery, refurbishment, maintenance and management of buildings, infrastructure and associated assets.
The proposed scope includes, but is not limited to, architectural services, project management, quantity surveying and cost consultancy, building surveying, civil and structural engineering, mechanical and electrical engineering, planning consultancy, principal designer services, employer's agent services, environmental consultancy, building safety and compliance, and multidisciplinary consultancy services.
CS2 is intended to support a broad range of public sector projects, including housing, construction, refurbishment, regeneration, asset management, retrofit and decarbonisation, with services available across the participating LHCPG regions.
The framework is expected to be divided into discipline-based lots and geographical areas, enabling contracting authorities to access specialist or multidisciplinary consultancy services appropriate to their requirements. The final scope, lot structure and procurement arrangements will be confirmed in the subsequent tender notice and associated procurement documentation.
The framework will be available for use by eligible public sector organisations, with individual contracts awarded in accordance with the framework's published call-off procedures.
CPV: Consultative engineering and construction services
How this framework works
From the published notice- Type
- Open framework
- Call-offs
- call-offs may be awarded directly or by further competition
- Framework period
- 4 yrs from 1 May 2027 — The framework is intended to operate for an initial period of four years, with provision for an extension of up to 12 months where justified. The nature of the consultancy services covered by CS2 includes support for complex, multi-phase construction, refurbishment and regeneration programmes, which may require continuity of specialist professional services across extended project delivery periods. Any extension would be subject to a documented assessment of operational requirements, the nature of the services being delivered and compliance with Section 47(2) of the Procurement Act 2023. An extension would not be exercised automatically.
- Buyer regions
- UK
- Supplier levy on call-offs (max %)
- 5% of call-off value · LHC Procurement Group will apply a framework management fee of 5% to contracts awarded to suppliers through the framework. The fee is payable only where a supplier is awarded work through the framework, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Framework Agreement. There is no fee to participate in the procurement process or to secure a place on the framework.
Who may buy through it
The framework will be available for use by eligible contracting authorities and other public sector bodies within the geographical areas covered by LHC Procurement Group and its regional operating arrangements. These may include local authorities, registered providers of social housing, housing associations, central government departments and agencies, NHS bodies and other healthcare organisations, educational establishments, emergency services, and other public bodies and organisations eligible to access the framework. Use of the framework will be subject to the eligibility requirements and geographical coverage specified in the procurement and framework documentation.
Published description of the framework
The Consultancy Services (CS2) Framework Agreement will operate as a closed framework, providing eligible public sector contracting authorities with access to appointed suppliers across a range of consultancy disciplines and geographical areas. Suppliers will be appointed following a competitive procurement process, with appointments made against the relevant lots and geographical areas in accordance with the published evaluation and award methodology. Contracting authorities will be able to award call-off contracts either with or without further competition, subject to the framework's published call-off procedures and applicable requirements. Where a direct award is permitted, supplier selection will be based on objective criteria set out in the framework documentation, including relevant capability, geographical coverage, availability and pricing information. Where further competition is undertaken, eligible suppliers appointed to the relevant lot and geographical area will be invited to submit proposals against the specific requirements of the contracting authority. Framework pricing is expected to include maximum rates or other applicable pricing schedules, with call-off pricing determined according to the nature and scope of the individual requirement. This may include hourly or daily rates, fixed fees, percentage-based fees or other pricing mechanisms permitted under the framework. The detailed call-off procedures, pricing arrangements and award criteria will be confirmed in the tender documentation.
The lotProcurement structure
single lot · no lot value publishedLot #1Planned
- Economic & financial standingSuppliers may be required to demonstrate that they have the necessary legal and financial capacity to perform contracts awarded under the framework. This may include an assessment of economic and financial standing, financial stability and the ability to maintain appropriate levels of insurance relevant to the consultancy services being provided. Financial assessments will be proportionate to the nature and value of the services and will take account of the circumstances of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises. Suppliers will not be required to hold specific insurance policies prior to contract award, although appropriate insurance arrangements may be required as a condition of appointment. The detailed conditions of participation, including any applicable financial thresholds and insurance requirements, will be confirmed in the tender documentation.
- Technical & professional abilitySuppliers may be required to demonstrate the technical and professional ability necessary to deliver the consultancy services covered by the framework. This may include evidence of relevant experience, suitably qualified personnel, professional competence, appropriate management systems and the capacity to deliver services within the relevant consultancy disciplines and geographical areas. Where professional qualifications, registrations, certifications or recognised industry standards are required, equivalent qualifications and standards will be accepted in accordance with the applicable procurement legislation. Technical requirements will be proportionate to the nature and complexity of the services and will take account of the participation of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises. The detailed technical conditions of participation, including any discipline-specific requirements, will be confirmed in the tender documentation.
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How this buyer will score bids.
The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).
Evaluation split and conditions of participation as published — the tender pack may add morei
How this buyer will score bids.
The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).
- Economic & financial standingSuppliers may be required to demonstrate that they have the necessary legal and financial capacity to perform contracts awarded under the framework. This may include an assessment of economic and financial standing, financial stability and the ability to maintain appropriate levels of insurance relevant to the consultancy services being provided. Financial assessments will be proportionate to the nature and value of the services and will take account of the circumstances of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises. Suppliers will not be required to hold specific insurance policies prior to contract award, although appropriate insurance arrangements may be required as a condition of appointment. The detailed conditions of participation, including any applicable financial thresholds and insurance requirements, will be confirmed in the tender documentation.
- Technical & professional abilitySuppliers may be required to demonstrate the technical and professional ability necessary to deliver the consultancy services covered by the framework. This may include evidence of relevant experience, suitably qualified personnel, professional competence, appropriate management systems and the capacity to deliver services within the relevant consultancy disciplines and geographical areas. Where professional qualifications, registrations, certifications or recognised industry standards are required, equivalent qualifications and standards will be accepted in accordance with the applicable procurement legislation. Technical requirements will be proportionate to the nature and complexity of the services and will take account of the participation of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises. The detailed technical conditions of participation, including any discipline-specific requirements, will be confirmed in the tender documentation.
- “Consultancy Services” is a framework — the contest is a place on its panel, not a single contract — call-offs may be direct or by further competition.
Procedure terms & legal framework
From the official record- Procedure method
- Open procedure
- Legal basis
- UKPGA · 2023/54 Procurement Act 2023
- Procurement category
- Services
- Notice status
- Planned procurement
- Procurement threshold
- Above threshold (FTS publication)
- Regulatory regime
- Standard
- Commercial structure
- Framework agreement
- Who may use the vehicle
- The framework will be available for use by eligible contracting authorities and other public sector bodies within the geographical areas covered by LHC Procurement Group and its regional operating arrangements. These may include local authorities, registered providers of social housing, housing associations, central government departments and agencies, NHS bodies and other healthcare organisations, educational establishments, emergency services, and other public bodies and organisations eligible to access the framework. Use of the framework will be subject to the eligibility requirements and geographical coverage specified in the procurement and framework documentation.
- Competition type
- Competitive procedure
- GPA / WTO covered
- Yes (GPA)
- Recurring procurement
- Unspecified in notice
- First published
- 12 Oct 2026, 11:28 BST
- Last source update
- 12 Oct 2026, 11:28 BST
- Award evaluation window
- Submission end — 2 May 2027
- Authority reference
CS2- FTS notice number
2026/S 000-095994- Latest notice
- Planned procurement notice (UK3)
- Classification (CPV)
- Delivery area
- Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-078574Find a Tender- Contract terms summary
- Payment terms for contracts awarded under the framework will be set out in the relevant call-off contract between the contracting authority and the appointed supplier. In accordance with applicable requirements under the Procurement Act 2023, contracting authorities will be required to pay valid, undisputed invoices within 30 days of receipt, or in accordance with any shorter payment period agreed under the relevant contract. Arrangements for submitting invoices and resolving disputed payments will be established through the applicable call-off contract.
How it was run
Official notice- Appointment period ends
- 8 Feb 2027, 12:00 GMT
- Clarification deadline
- 29 Jan 2027, 12:00 GMT
- Submission channel
- Official e-sourcing portal
- Electronic submission
- Allowed
- Accepted languages
- en
- Supplier levy on call-offs (max %)
- call-off levy · 5% of call-off value · LHC Procurement Group will apply a framework management fee of 5% to contracts awarded to suppliers through the framework. The fee is payable only where a supplier is awarded work through the framework, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Framework Agreement. There is no fee to participate in the procurement process or to secure a place on the framework.
Timeline
6 published dates · Europe/London- Planning notice published1 day ago12 Oct 2026, 11:28 BST
- Tender notice expectedin 56 days7 Dec 2026, 23:59 GMT
- Clarification questions byin 108 days29 Jan 2027, 12:00 GMT
- Admission / appointment period endsin 118 days · period end, not a bid countdown8 Feb 2027, 12:00 GMT
- Contract startsin 200 days1 May 2027
- Award decision expected byin 201 days2 May 2027, 00:59 BST
Commercial outcome & contract awards
Pipeline notice- Awards (0)
- No award published
- Contracts (0)
- No contract published
- Bid statistics
- No aggregate bid statistics published
Notice history
2 events · 1 release on Find a Tender · since 12 Oct 2026- Planned procurement notice published12 Oct 2026, 11:28 BSTUK3
- First planning notice published12 Oct 2026, 11:28 BST
Contracting authority & participating public bodies
Official documents & specifications (1)
Official links; attachments are not copiedNotices published for this procedure
- Planned procurement notice Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender