Amplius Living has published a significant framework opportunity for the supply and installation of planned kitchen and bathroom refurbishments and associated works. The framework has an estimated total value of £116,252,480 including VAT and a maximum term of 8 years, making it a substantial regional opportunity for housing refurbishment contractors.
The works relate to Amplius’ current and future properties and will be delivered under a JCT Measured Term Contract 2024, including a Schedule of Amends. The notice also makes clear that customer care excellence and high customer satisfaction sit at the heart of delivery. If you are considering whether to bid, contact Thornton & Lowe for a quick view on lot fit, eligibility and submission strategy.
What this framework covers
The scope is focused on planned kitchen and bathroom refurbishments across Amplius housing stock, together with associated works including plumbing, electrical works, and asbestos surveys where required.
The framework is split into 3 geographical lots:
- Lot 1: East Anglia, East Midlands, Yorkshire and Humber
- Lot 2: East Anglia and East Midlands
- Lot 3: East and West Midlands
The lot structure overlaps in places, which means suppliers need to think carefully about where they are strongest rather than assuming broader coverage always means a better bid strategy.
What suppliers should notice early
There are several practical details in the notice that make this framework easier to assess than a generic opportunity page might suggest.
- Maximum lots per supplier: 2
- Lot allocation rule: if one bidder scores highest across all 3 lots, they can only be awarded 2 lots based on their stated preferences, with the remaining lot awarded to the next highest bidder
- PSQ requirement: suppliers must complete a separate Procurement Specific Questionnaire for each lot they want to bid for
- Shortlisting: Amplius anticipates inviting a maximum of 8 service providers per lot to tender after PSQ evaluation
That means this is not just about deciding whether to bid. It is also about choosing the right lot mix and setting your lot preferences sensibly at PSQ stage.
Lot values and contract geography
The lots are not identical in value:
- Lot 1: £35,850,514 including VAT
- Lot 2: £42,689,998 including VAT
- Lot 3: £37,711,968 including VAT
For some contractors, Lot 2 may be the most attractive on value, but that does not automatically make it the right target. Delivery geography, workforce coverage, supply chain strength and existing operational footprint are likely to matter just as much.
What bidders should focus on
Before committing bid resource, suppliers should assess not just whether they can deliver the work, but whether they can deliver it in the way Amplius is likely to expect over a long-term measured term arrangement.
- Choose lots strategically - you can only be awarded 2 lots, so focus on the regions where your capacity and track record are strongest.
- Prepare for TUPE implications - the notice states that TUPE is applicable and that employees are likely to transfer from existing service providers.
- Show planned works credibility - your evidence should reflect planned kitchen and bathroom programmes, not just general refurbishment capability.
- Demonstrate customer care - the notice explicitly places customer care excellence and customer satisfaction at the centre of delivery.
- Be ready for asbestos-related elements - the scope includes asbestos surveys where required, so responses should reflect safe and compliant delivery planning.
Evaluation and procurement route
The notice states a straightforward evaluation weighting of 60% quality and 40% price. That suggests suppliers will need a bid that balances credible delivery quality with commercially competitive rates.
The procurement is being run under a competitive flexible procedure with two stages:
- Procurement Specific Questionnaire
- Invitation to Tender
That makes early lot selection and PSQ quality especially important, because only shortlisted providers will move on to full tender stage.
Quick facts
- Buyer: Amplius Living
- Reference: A00104
- Total value: £116,252,480 including VAT
- Framework term: initial 6 years, with up to 2 additional 12-month extensions
- Lots: 3
- Maximum lots per supplier: 2
- Contract form: JCT Measured Term Contract 2024
- Official notice: View the full framework notice
Key dates
- Notice published: 8 April 2026
- Enquiry deadline: 8 May 2026 at 12:00pm
- Tender submission deadline: 8 May 2026 at 12:00pm
- Estimated award decision date: 31 August 2026
Next steps
This framework is likely to be most relevant for contractors with strong planned works experience in occupied housing, established regional delivery capability and the operational maturity to manage customer-facing refurbishment programmes over the long term. The key decision is not just whether to bid, but which lots give you the strongest route in.
If you want a clearer view on fit, lot strategy and the likely strength of your position, get in touch with Thornton & Lowe.
