Capital Investment Works - 2026 to 2046

Descriptions

Southern Housing are seeking to procure up to 10 contractors to deliver Capital Investment Works across 10 operational Lots, 4 Lots for External elements (Windows, Roofs and non-fire Doors plus associated works) and 6 Lots for Internal elements (Kitchens and Bathrooms plus associated works) split on a geographical basis. The contracts also include provision for the following works to be included where required to the properties receiving Capital Investment Works to maximise efficiency of delivery and minimise disruption to residents: a) Fire safety works (only within the primary area of component renewal) b) Retrofit works (non-SHDF/WH: SHF etc.) and Bidders will be required to have the capability to fulfil the following roles in support of the contract delivery: a) Legal responsibility of Principal Designer and Principal Contractor roles under CDM b) Legal responsibility of Principal Designer and Principal Contractor roles under Building Safety Act requirements c) Quality assurance of work delivered by the contractors with provision of supporting evidence. As a contingency only, Bidders are also requested to price for the provision of asbestos surveying and removal works. This is to be provided in strict accordance with Southern Housing procedures and only when specifically instructed by Southern Housing. Southern Housing published a PIN and an Information Memorandum related to this procurement (Ref 2024-232366) on 22 July 2024 and have undertaken Pre Market engagement which has included: a) submission of questionnaire responses b) use of the questionnaire responses to understand the market and inform the procurement strategy c) completion of a market engagement event on 3 December 2024 and seeking feedback on the proposed procurement strategy d) forming an understanding of market capability e) sharing and seeking feedback on proposed lotting f) providing updates as to finalised lotting and the indicative procurement programme. Our Lots are: 4 Lots - External Elements - 1 Contractor per lot Lot 1 - LN - Ext - London North External Lot 2 - LS - Ext - London South External Lot 3 - SSX - Ext - Sussex External Lot 4 - KNT - Ext - Kent External 6 Lots - Internal Elements - 1 Contractor per lot Lot 5 - LN - Int - London North Internal Lot 6 - LSW - Int - London South West Internal Lot 7 - LSE - Int - London South East Internal Lot 8 - WSX - Int - West Sussex Internal Lot 9 - ESX - Int - East Sussex Internal Lot 10 - KNT - Int - Kent Internal Please note that all estimated Lot values stated exclude inflation. Bidders are able to tender for multiple Lots, Bidders will however, only be able to secure a maximum of 2 Lots across any combination of the External or Internal categories. Each Lot will be scored and evaluated individually and contracts will be awarded on the basis of the Most Advantageous Tender (MAT). The Contracts will be for an initial term of 10 years with an option to extend for up to a further 10 years, giving a total of 20 years. The Client is targeting the following strategic objectives and added value benefits: a) Contract rationalisation, flexibility, simplicity and versatility b) Creation of an integrated supply chain and standardised components providing: i) commercial incentives and benefits ii) financial savings iii) Consistent quality and customer experience d) Standardised approach to delivery and simple payment processes e) System integration of end to end activity f) Maximisation of guarantees/warranties and component lifecycles g) Delivery of social value outcomes h) Ideas and innovation The Client reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to update, modify or replace its strategic objectives or policies after the date of this Invitation to Tender by notification to the Bidders in writing. In accordance with section 52 of the Procurement Act 2023, wherever the Client enters into a public contract with an estimated value of more than £5 million, the Client must set and publish at least three key performance indicators in respect of the Contract. In light of the estimated value of the Contract, the Client has set the following indicative key performance indicators for the purposes of this procurement: KPI 1 - Performance Against Programme KPI 2 - Resident Satisfaction KPI 3 - Achieving Budget KPI 4 - Defects at Handover The contract extension options will be linked to performance and a programme of market testing as set out in the Invitation to Tender. This serves as a longer-term incentive and establishes testing of ongoing value for money. The Client will enter into Contract with the with the successful Contractor(s) which shall be based on the NHF Form of Contract 2023 (including a Schedule of Amendments).