Minor Works Collaborative Open Framework

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  "date": "2026-07-17T14:20:55+01:00",
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  "buyer": {
    "id": "GB-PPON-PZGW-7196-LCHL",
    "name": "Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council"
  },
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    "title": "Minor Works Collaborative Open Framework",
    "value": {
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      "currency": "GBP",
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    "status": "planning",
    "legalBasis": {
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    "description": "STAR Procurement are looking to establish a collaborative minor works framework to be used by its partners and other local contracting authorities as defined under Procurement Act 2023. \nA significant number of minor works procurements are completed each year, and there is recognition of the resources required by Councils to prepare and run these processes, alongside Suppliers to submit bids for these. After consideration of the different options, an Open Framework has been deemed a potential suitable solution that would be established for up to 8 years, allowing a quicker and efficient route for contracts to be awarded.  The call-off mechanism from the Framework will be direct award or further competition. \nThe estimated annual value of the Framework is up to £50 million. Please note that this is an estimate of the level of spend that will be put through the framework and will be subject to change, following market engagement and spend analysis. \nSTAR is proposing that the Framework is primarily structured by category/type of works to ensure that specialist contractors for the certain types of works can be awarded onto the relevant Lot.\nThe proposed category structure is:\nLot 1 Roofing - roof repairs, replacement, guttering, flat roof overlay, roof lights,\nLot 2 M&E - boiler replacements, pump replacements, radiator replacements, small plant room refurbishments, door access systems, rewiring, fire alarm replacements, air conditioning\nLot 3 General - internal alterations, minor extensions, ceiling/floor/wall finishes, door/window replacement, fire doors and compartmentation, strip-outs, refurbishments, associated M&E, external or drainage works. This would also be an 'all-encompassing Lot to capture multi-trade projects and more unique requirements. \nLot 4 External - fencing, piling/underpinning, boundary walls, lighting, controlled access, outbuildings / storage units, canopies\nLot 5 Demolition - site clearance, asbestos removal, resurfacing and security. \nLot 6 Decarbonisation - lighting upgrades, air/ground source heat pumps, solar panel and battery installation, insulation improvements, HVAC optimisation. \nLot 7 New Build Structures - 2-storey basic build\nLot 8a Modular Buildings - short term\nLot 8b Modular Buildings - long term\nIn addition, eligibility criteria will also be applied using value bands and geographic serviceability. For further information, please review the Response Document. \nTHIS IS NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION\nThe Soft Market Test is intended to allow interested organisations with relevant experience to outline their views and provide information with no commitment to themselves or the Council.\nDuring the Soft Market Test, we would like to gauge the level of interest and seek feedback from contractors on the proposed Framework approach. \nStage 1 - Interested suppliers are required to complete the following company information form and a short questionnaire (Appendix 1). Suppliers who complete and return the questionnaire may be invited to meet with Council representatives to discuss its requirements.",
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    "mainProcurementCategory": "works"
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    {
      "id": "GB-PPON-PZGW-7196-LCHL",
      "name": "Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council",
      "roles": [
        "buyer"
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      "address": {
        "region": "UKD35",
        "country": "GB",
        "locality": "Stockport",
        "postalCode": "SK1 3XE",
        "countryName": "United Kingdom",
        "streetAddress": "Stopford House, Piccadilly"
      },
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            "scheme": "UK_CA_TYPE",
            "description": "Public authority - sub-central government"
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        "id": "PZGW-7196-LCHL",
        "scheme": "GB-PPON"
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      "contactPoint": {
        "email": "procurement@star-procurement.gov.uk"
      }
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  "language": "en",
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        "id": "067860-2026",
        "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067860-2026",
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        "description": "Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender",
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        "datePublished": "2026-07-17T14:20:55+01:00"
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    "milestones": [
      {
        "id": "engagement",
        "type": "engagement",
        "status": "scheduled",
        "dueDate": "2026-08-28T23:59:59+01:00",
        "description": "The Soft Market Test document will be issued via The Chest (project ID DN822737). Further details of the requirements can be found in the documents attached to the opportunity. To register interest in the opportunity and respond, suppliers will need to register on The Chest https://www.the-chest.org.uk/\nInterested suppliers are required to complete the company information form and a short questionnaire. Suppliers who complete and return the questionnaire may be invited to meet with Council representatives to discuss its requirements.\nThe questionnaire should be returned via The Chest - https://www.the-chest.org.uk/ by Friday 28th August 12pm.\nIf Suppliers have any questions about this soft market test, such questions should be submitted to the Council using the 'Question and Answer' facility within the opportunity advertised on The Chest.\nA copy of the question and a copy of the written reply may be circulated to all Suppliers, with anonymity of the Supplier preserved. Suppliers must not raise questions through any other channels, including emails direct to the Council or to STAR Procurement. No questions will be responded to, other than those raised through The Chest as described above.\nWe encourage your participation in this soft market testing exercise, but must emphasise that your involvement in this exercise will not carry any commercial advantage in any ensuing procurement process.\nNo information provided in response to this soft market testing exercise will be used in any evaluation of any subsequent response to a procurement exercise."
      }
    ]
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