Scape Procure Limited has published a preliminary market engagement notice for SCP015, a new Regional Construction Framework expected to be worth £1,440,000,000 (including VAT) over four years. Covering a wide swathe of England across four regional lots, this framework will give appointed contractors access to a broad pipeline of public sector building projects through one of the sector's most widely used central purchasing bodies.
If you're assessing whether to engage, contact our specialists to discuss your options ahead of the engagement events.
Lot Structure and Regional Coverage
- Lot 1: Midlands East: Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Rutland, South Yorkshire
- Lot 2: Midlands West: Staffordshire, West Midlands, Warwickshire, Worcestershire, Shropshire
- Lot 3: Home Counties East: Norfolk, Cambridgeshire, Suffolk, Essex, London
- Lot 4: Home Counties West: Northamptonshire, Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Berkshire, London
A Critical Detail: Only Three Suppliers Per Lot
SCAPE currently anticipates appointing three suppliers per lot for a total of 12 suppliers across the framework. This is a very concentrated panel for a framework of this value, and it fundamentally shapes the competitive dynamic. Only contractors with a strong geographic presence, robust financial standing (an anticipated annual turnover requirement of £20m per supplier) and compelling public sector experience are likely to progress.
SCAPE is also open to bids from consortia or JVs, which may be a route for organisations that can offer complementary strength across a region but wouldn't individually meet the standalone requirements.
In-Person Engagement Events – Act Fast
Scape is running a series of in-person market engagement events, and advance registration is required:
- 2 June 2026, Nottingham: Register here
- 4 June 2026, Birmingham: Register here
- 9 June 2026, Huntingdon: Register here
These events are a genuine opportunity to understand the framework structure, ask questions and signal your interest to the buyer, all before the formal competition opens.
Bidding Considerations
- Geographic focus: Target the lots where you have established delivery capacity and relationships. Trying to bid across all four lots without a credible regional presence in each will be a red flag.
- Public sector end users: SCAPE frameworks are used by local authorities, schools, NHS trusts and other public bodies. Evidence of working collaboratively with a range of public sector clients, and understanding their procurement and delivery expectations, will strengthen your bid.
- SME engagement via supply chain: SCAPE has stated an intention to design the framework to facilitate SME engagement through the supply chain. Larger contractors bidding should demonstrate a clear, credible approach to SME inclusion.
View the official notice on Find a Tender.
Quick Facts
- Buyer: Scape Procure Limited (trading as SCAPE)
- Value: £1,440,000,000 (including VAT)
- Duration: 4 years (August 2027 to August 2031)
- Lots: 4 regional lots, 3 suppliers per lot (12 total)
- Minimum turnover: Anticipated £20m per annum
Key Dates
- Engagement deadline: 26 June 2026
- Engagement events: 2 June (Nottingham), 4 June (Birmingham), 9 June (Huntingdon)
SCP015 is a high-value, highly selective opportunity. If you have the regional footprint and the public sector track record, act now. The engagement stage is your best opportunity to shape your position before the formal competition begins. Enquire with Thornton & Lowe today.
