North Lincolnshire Council has launched a new £62.4 million Construction, Repairs and Maintenance Framework, offering opportunities for building contractors, specialist trades and maintenance providers.
The framework covers ten lots, ranging from general construction and mechanical and electrical works to roofing, demolition, reactive repairs and renewable energy installations. It will provide a route for the Council and eligible public bodies across Yorkshire, the Humber and Lincolnshire to procure construction and property-related services.
The tender submission deadline is 12pm on 30 November 2026. With a broad range of workstreams and no stated framework-wide supplier cap, the procurement is particularly relevant to contractors seeking to expand their public sector work.
North Lincolnshire Construction Framework overview
North Lincolnshire Council is establishing the framework to support construction, maintenance, repairs and infrastructure activities across its estate and wider property portfolio. The arrangement will initially operate from 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2029, with an option to extend for up to a further two years.
Key details include:
- Contracting authority: North Lincolnshire Council
- Reference: TM-0000000258-1
- Estimated value: £62.4 million including VAT
- Procurement type: Framework agreement
- Number of lots: Ten
- Potential framework duration: Four years
- Enquiry deadline: 23 November 2026, 12pm
- Tender deadline: 30 November 2026, 12pm
- Submission portal: North Lincolnshire Council's eProcurement portal
The framework is identified as suitable for SMEs and voluntary, community and social enterprises. There is no stated maximum number of suppliers across the framework, although applicants must satisfy the relevant requirements and evaluation criteria.
What are the ten framework lots?
The procurement separates general construction, specialist installation and property maintenance activities into distinct workstreams.
Lot | Workstream | Estimated value, including VAT |
|---|---|---|
CRMF1 | General building, £150,001 to £1m projects | £7.56m |
CRMF2 | General building, above £1m to £3.5m projects | £15m |
CRMF3 | Mechanical construction works | £1.44m |
CRMF4 | Electrical construction works | £1.44m |
CRMF5 | Minor building works, repairs and maintenance | £12m |
CRMF6 | Minor mechanical works, repairs and maintenance | £8.76m |
CRMF7 | Minor electrical works, repairs and maintenance | £7.44m |
CRMF8 | Roofing repairs and maintenance | £1.44m |
CRMF9 | Demolition and land remediation | £4.44m |
CRMF10 | Renewable energy solutions | £2.88m |
The lot values are published estimates and do not guarantee a particular volume of work.
General building and construction
Lots CRMF1 and CRMF2 cover construction projects at different contract values. Works may involve schools, public buildings, offices, housing and other Council-managed properties. The scope includes new builds, refurbishments, renovations and projects incorporating mechanical and electrical installations. The separation by project value allows contractors to consider which opportunities best match their experience, financial capacity and operational resources.
Mechanical and electrical works
CRMF3 and CRMF4 cover mechanical and electrical construction activities. The mechanical lot includes ventilation, boiler works and related installations, while the electrical lot covers electrical installations and associated building activities.
Additional mechanical and electrical workstreams are included within the minor works and maintenance lots, making it important for specialist contractors to distinguish between planned construction projects and ongoing repair requirements.
Minor works, repairs and maintenance
Lots CRMF5, CRMF6 and CRMF7 cover general building, mechanical and electrical maintenance. The scope includes work across schools, offices, public buildings and housing. Some requirements may involve reactive maintenance at short notice, including one-hour responses and 24/7 availability. Suppliers interested in these lots should consider whether they can demonstrate adequate local coverage, responsive staffing arrangements and reliable operational systems.
Roofing, demolition and renewables
CRMF8 covers roofing repairs and maintenance, while CRMF9 focuses on demolition, site preparation and land remediation. The demolition scope includes structural demolition, excavation, clearance and hazardous material removal, including asbestos-related activities.
CRMF10 covers renewable energy and non-domestic retrofit work, including solar installations, battery technologies, low-carbon heating and EV charging infrastructure. These specialist lots offer opportunities for businesses with focused technical capabilities, provided they can satisfy the relevant procurement requirements.
Who can use the framework?
The framework is intended to support North Lincolnshire Council and other eligible public bodies across Yorkshire, the Humber and Lincolnshire. Potential users include local authorities, schools and academies, emergency services, NHS organisations, registered charities and community organisations.
This wider customer base may create opportunities beyond the Council's own estate, although actual purchasing arrangements will depend on the framework rules and individual requirements. Call-offs may be awarded with or without further competition, subject to the procedures established in the tender documentation.
How will tenders be evaluated?
The published evaluation criteria are:
Criterion | Weighting |
|---|---|
Cost | 60% |
Quality | 30% |
Social value | 10% |
Cost represents the largest part of the evaluation, making a competitive and sustainable commercial submission important. However, contractors will also need to demonstrate that they can deliver the required works safely, effectively and to the appropriate quality standards.
The precise questions, pricing schedules and supporting documentation should be checked against the procurement pack for each chosen lot.
How should construction contractors prepare?
Select the most suitable lots
Contractors should assess their experience, resources and geographic coverage before deciding which lots to pursue. An organisation specialising in planned electrical installations may be well suited to CRMF4, whereas one offering responsive electrical maintenance may have a stronger fit with CRMF7. Some businesses may be able to compete for both, but their evidence should reflect the differences in service delivery.
Build a library of relevant project evidence
Strong construction bids demonstrate how similar projects have been delivered successfully. Useful evidence may include contract values, programme performance, safety outcomes, quality inspection results, client feedback and examples of managing risks or unexpected challenges. Where possible, select examples that closely match the scope and typical contract values of the target lot.
Demonstrate health and safety management
Contractors should prepare evidence of their health and safety procedures, workforce competence, supervision arrangements and management of subcontractors. Specialist areas, such as demolition, electrical works and roofing, may require additional evidence of technical competence and appropriate working methods. The detailed tender documentation should be used to confirm the specific requirements for each workstream.
Explain reactive maintenance capacity
For the repairs and maintenance lots, demonstrate how the organisation manages urgent work orders, allocates operatives and maintains service continuity. Relevant evidence could include scheduling systems, out-of-hours arrangements, emergency response procedures and performance against agreed service levels. A credible response should reflect the operational demands of the lot rather than relying on a general construction methodology.
Develop measurable social value commitments
Social value accounts for 10% of the evaluation. Contractors should consider commitments that are relevant to the local area and the likely works, such as apprenticeships, local employment, training, subcontracting opportunities or environmental improvements. These should be realistic and supported by a clear delivery and monitoring approach.
Check commercial sustainability
With 60% of the evaluation allocated to cost, pricing preparation is particularly important. Contractors should review labour rates, materials, plant, subcontractor costs, mobilisation requirements and potential reactive work demands. A commercially attractive bid must still allow the organisation to deliver safely and reliably throughout the framework term.
How to apply
Suppliers should access the procurement through North Lincolnshire Council's eProcurement portal, using reference TM-0000000258-1. The published deadlines are:
- 23 November 2026, 12pm: Enquiry deadline
- 30 November 2026, 12pm: Tender submission deadline
The official opportunity is available through Find a Tender notice 103671-2026. Applicants should download the complete tender pack, review the requirements for their chosen lots and allow time to prepare the technical and commercial submissions.
Bid writing support for North Lincolnshire contractors
The Construction, Repairs and Maintenance Framework creates opportunities for contractors operating across a wide range of building and maintenance disciplines. Its ten-lot structure provides scope for specialist businesses, but each submission will need to demonstrate relevant experience, robust delivery arrangements and a competitive commercial approach.
Thornton & Lowe provides construction bid writing and tender support, helping contractors prepare framework applications, develop technical responses and strengthen their submissions. Contact our team to discuss support with the North Lincolnshire Construction Framework.
