Prior Information Notices (PINs) have been published for the Major Works Framework and Developer Led Framework with the bid race proper set to start in June.

The current Major Works Framework gives access to 25 contractors for large-scale construction projects valued above £5m.

It was initially launched in 2020 to run for up to six years and has seen over 75 projects procured alongside over 100 opportunities for suppliers at a total value of £2bn.

The Developer Led Framework is a unique market offering emphasising the early engagement between developers and clients that drives placemaking and improved development viability.

The current framework went live at the end of 2020 and gives clients access to 21 pre-approved developers. So far 46 schemes with a total combined value of more than £5bn have been procured through the current deal with more than £7bn in the pipeline.

The framework has enabled more than 15,000 homes to be built, along with thousands of square feet of commercial, retail and public space.

Jason Stapley, chief procurement officer at Pagabo, said: “These two frameworks have been completely transformative for the sector over recent years, driving real value for clients and transformational placemaking for communities.

“With imminent procurement reform also seeking to further enhance the transparency agenda and deliver fully maximised value for money, it’s important to keep innovating and ensure that frameworks are developed in a way that works for clients and suppliers when they come to market. That’s why preliminary market engagement is so central to the way we develop the framework offerings we manage – gaining the insights from those organisations that will ultimately utilise the framework.

“We welcome insights from any contractor, developer or contracting authority that is considering participating in the opportunity, or may utilise the new frameworks. These insights are vital to support in designing a solution that works for everyone.”

Preliminary market consultations are underway, and all interested contractors and developers can register to the e-tendering portal In-Tend to express their interest and complete a pre-market engagement survey for the relevant framework.

These surveys will remain open for input until 28 February 2025.

For further information on the Major Works Framework click here and for the Developer Led Framework click here.