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Published 21 May 2026, 15:17 BST

Official UK procurement notice

Terra Nova Construction Materials

Official notice

Authority: Great Places Housing Group (Housing)

Open framework scheme3 lotsGoodsOpen procedureAbove thresholdSME suitableVCSE suitable
Framework ceiling (notional)£15,000,000total for 3 lots · framework ceiling, not attributable revenue
Submissions closed 19 Oct 2026
Lots 3see the lot list below
Framework period 8 yrsends 30 Nov 2034 · starts 1 Dec 2026

What is being bought3 lots · detail below

Published requirement description

An Open Framework to facilitate the supply of bulk construction materials to Terra Nova, Great Places Housing Group's in-house new build construction arm. Terra Nova intends that the Open Framework scheme of frameworks will endure for eight years, with annual iterations re-opening the Open Framework to competition, providing for potential new entrants, and that orders will be called off on a scheme by scheme basis, either with or without further competition.

Initial Categories will include: Bulk Bricks, Bulk Blocks, Bulk First & Second Fix Joinery Timber

CPV: Blocks · Bricks · Builders' carpentry · Builders' joinery

How this framework works

From the published notice
Type
Closed framework · open framework scheme (admission reopens)
Call-offs
call-offs may be awarded directly or by further competition
Places
up to 12 suppliers
Framework period
8 yrs from 1 Dec 2026
Scheme runs until
30 Nov 2034
Published description of the framework

Contracts may be awarded to successful suppliers with a place on the framework either with or without competition, in compliance with §45 of PA23.

Any contracts under the framework awarded without competition will be awarded according to

objective mechanisms detailed in the Framework Agreement.

The process is detailed in the associated tender documents.

Lots and requirements (3)Procurement structure

3 lots · all with a published value · same evaluation weights on every lot

Every one of these 2 lots carries the same published figure, £3,580,000: it is the framework's maximum for the whole notice, not each lot's own budget, and no share per lot is published. The cards below say ceiling above rather than repeat it.

Lot #1Bricks 8 yrsSMEVCSEPublished value£5,970,000

Lot 1 - Bricks:

Common, facing, engineering and other clay bricks as required

Contract period: 1 Dec 2026 – 30 Nov 2034 (8 yrs)Value: £5,970,000 exc. VAT · £5,970,000 inc. VAT
Delivery: North West, Yorkshire & HumberEligibility: SME eligibleVCSE eligible
Pre-qualification & selection criteria (PQQ)2
  • Economic & financial standing

    Financial Capacity Conditions of Participation:

    Financial Standing - Annual turnover must be at least twice the annual Lot value.

    Lot 1 Bricks estimated annual turnover: £500,000

    Insurance - Confirm willingness to obtain required insurance:

    Employer's (Compulsory) Liability Insurance* = [£5m]

    Public Liability Insurance = [£5m]

    Product Indemnity Insurance = [£5m]

    Real Living Wage - Supplier must commit to pay in line with the Real Living Wage.

    Legal Capacity Conditions of Participation:

    Data Protection - Supplier must be willing to complete Data Protection Impact Assessment and confirm ICO compliance.

    ICO Regulatory Action - Supplier must confirm whether their organisation has been subject to regulatory action.

    Modern Slavery:

    Please advise us of the measures followed by your company to identify, prevent and mitigate risks of modern slavery within your organisation and throughout your supply chain for the materials proposed under this contract.

    1. If you are a relevant commercial organisation subject to Section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015, that is, you carry on your business, or part of your business in the UK, supplying goods or services and you have an annual turnover of at least £36 million, please attach your current Modern Slavery statement, or a link to it.

    OR

    1. If you are not a relevant commercial organisation, but have a Modern Slavery Policy, please attach or link to that.

    OR

    1. Describe in up to 250 words what measures you take to:
    • Identify Modern Slavery ri…
  • Technical & professional ability

    Sustainability:

    Please describe how you can assure Terra Nova of the measures you are taking to minimise waste and reduce carbon footprints throughout the supply chain

    Deliveries:

    Suppliers must be able to deliver across Terra Nova sites as required

    Delivery Timeframes:

    Suppliers to Lot 1 must be able to provide initial deliveries to a call-off contract within four weeks of the contract being agreed, and then provide subsequent deliveries to the schedule provided at call-off.

    All other orders must be delivered within two working days.

    Credit Account Set-Up:

    Great Places must be able to set up a credit account with suppliers within a week of confirmation of call-off contracts

    Cyber Security:

    Supplier must be willing to complete the Security Questionnaire and confirm resources to handle cyber security.

Lot #2Concrete Blocks 8 yrsSMEVCSEceiling above

Lot 2 - Concrete Blocks:

Lightweight, high density and load-bearing blocks and other components, primarily of concrete, as required

Contract period: 1 Dec 2026 – 30 Nov 2034 (8 yrs)
Delivery: North West, Yorkshire & HumberEligibility: SME eligibleVCSE eligible
Lot #3Timber packs 8 yrsSMEVCSEceiling above

Lot 3 - Timber packs:

First- and second-fix timber packs, to include studding, joists, roof timbers, timber flooring, door sets, skirting, architraves, window boards, ironmongery and fixings as required

Contract period: 1 Dec 2026 – 30 Nov 2034 (8 yrs)
Delivery: North West, Yorkshire & HumberEligibility: SME eligibleVCSE eligible

What it takes to win
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How this buyer will score bids.

The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).

Evaluation split and conditions of participation as published; the tender pack may add more
How bids were scored · same split on all 3 lots
Quality: 30%Price: 70%
Published award criteria (2)
  • Price
  • Quality
What this means for your bid
  • Price carries 70 of 100 points: a 10% discount moves about 7 points. This one is won on the number: sharpen the price before polishing the prose.
  • “Terra Nova Construction Materials” is a framework: the contest is a place on its panel, up to 12 suppliers, not a single contract: call-offs may be direct or by further competition.

Price arithmetic assumes straight proportional scoring; the tender pack may use another formula.

Procedure terms & legal framework

From the official record
Procedure method
Open procedure
Legal basis
UKPGA · 2023/54 Procurement Act 2023
Procurement category
Goods
Notice status
Closed
Procurement threshold
Above threshold (FTS publication)
Regulatory regime
Standard
Commercial structure
Open framework scheme
Who may use this agreement
Not stated in the notice; call-off rights may be limited to the establishing authority
Competition type
Competitive procedure
GPA / WTO covered
Unspecified in notice
Recurring procurement
Unspecified in notice
First published
21 May 2026, 15:17 BST
Last source update
21 Sept 2026, 12:01 BST
Award evaluation window
Submission end – 5 Nov 2026
Authority reference
DN811993
FTS notice number
2026/S 000-086022
Latest notice
Tender notice (UK4)
Classification (CPV)
BlocksBricksBuilders' carpentryBuilders' joinery
Delivery area
North West (UKD)Yorkshire & Humber (UKE3)
Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-069f8b Find a Tender
Contract terms summary

All invoices must be sent to invoices@greatplaces.org.uk, or such other email address as shall be specified, quoting a valid purchase order number.

The details on the invoice must reflect the details provided during supplier account set-up, and match

the purchase order value.

Subject to the Employer's right to withhold or dispute any amount, the Employer will pay the Supplier within 30 calendar days from receipt of an undisputed invoice.

Review and risk notes
Risks

Supplier Performance Risks:

Supplier performance failure resulting in poor service levels, delayed deliveries, product quality

issues, or inadequate customer service.

Supply Chain Risks:

Supply chain disruption causing shortages of materials or delays in product availability.

Financial Stability Risks:

Supplier insolvency or business failure leading to interruptions in the provision of goods.

Pricing and Market Risks:

Price increases and market volatility affecting the cost of materials, transport, or distribution services.

Capacity and Demand Risks:

Demand exceeding supplier capacity, particularly in circumstances where the demand increases, for

instance, should GPHG merge with other organisations.

Quality, Health and Safety Risks:

Health & Safety, and product compliance failures resulting from goods not meeting required specifications, standards, or regulations, in particular for products falling under COSHH regulations.

Contract Management Risks:

Contract management resource constraints limiting effective supplier oversight and performance

monitoring.

Competition Risks:

Failure to maintain competition throughout the framework term due to supplier attrition or reduced

supplier participation within individual Lots.

Innovation Risks:

Lack of supplier innovation or continuous improvement over the life of the framework, resulting in missed opportunities for efficiencies, cost savings, or service enhancements.

Regulatory Risks:

Changes in industry standards, or legislative and regulatory requirements that impact the supply or

use of materials covered by the framework.

Sustainability Risks:

Environmental or sustainability performance risks where suppliers fail to meet agreed commitments

relating to responsible sourcing, carbon reduction or waste management.

Cyber Security and Data Protection Risks:

Cyber security or data protection incidents affecting suppliers, particularly given that electronic ordering,

invoicing, and inventory management systems are used.

How it was run

Official notice
Run through: ProContract (Due North) · Who buys & how to bid on ProContract
Supplier login requiredElectronic submission allowedLanguage: EN
Access & registration note: Free · short registration with manual review; public opportunity list
Appointment period ends
19 Oct 2026, 12:00 BST
Clarification deadline
9 Oct 2026, 00:00 BST
Submission channel
Official e-sourcing portal
Electronic submission
Allowed
Accepted languages
en
Detailed submission instructions & authority contactsFrom official release

Submission is through ProActis ProContract:

procontract.due-north.com ↗

any queries or requests for clarifications must be submitted via the ProContract messaging facility.

If the ProContract link does not work, please search on ProContract using reference DN811993.

Communication outside of ProContract may not be responded to, and may be considered in breach of procedural requirements and result in disqualification.

Timeline

21 May 2026 → 1 Dec 2026 · 9 dates
  1. Planning notice published158 days ago
    21 May 2026, 15:17 BST
  2. Market engagement136 days ago
    12 Jun 2026, 23:59 BST

    Terra Nova Construction Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of Great Places Housing Group (GPHG).

    GPHG now seeks to procure bulk construction materials, specifically bricks, blocks and first and second fix joinery materials, for the new build construction of schemes of c.20-100 domestic dwellings. Terra Nova's programme is currently focused on the Greater Manchester area.

    GPHG envisages establishing an open framework for the provision of these goods, made up of a number of Lots defined by the category of goods required.

    This engagement seeks to:

    a) gauge the numbers of suppliers interested in supplying the various categories of goods across GPHG areas

    b) assist in determining the number of suppliers required or permitted on each specific lot

    c) determine what will be the most efficient and appropriate number of lots

    d) help determine the definitions and scope of the individual lots

    Responses are sought electronically via reply to an MS Forms survey:

    forms.office.com/e/KG5jq0ZXVN ↗

    The survey should take approximately 15 minutes to complete.

    Respondents must declare any actual, potential or perceived conflicts of interest.

    Deadline for responses: 4pm 12th June 2026

    Great Places reserves the right to extend this deadline at its discretion.

    Great Places reserves the right to conduct additional pre-market engagement not described in this notice to help meet the objectives of the PME; for example, this may include phone calls, email correspondence, follow up surveys etc.

    This notice is issued in accordance with Sections 16 and 17 of the Procurement Act 2023 and is for preliminary market engagement only.

    This Survey is intended purely for GPHG to gauge the market & will neither be required for, nor prejudicial to, any subsequent tenders.

  3. Next notice expected80 days ago
    7 Aug 2026, 23:59 BST
  4. Tender notice published46 days ago
    10 Sept 2026, 15:29 BST
  5. Latest notice published35 days ago
    21 Sept 2026, 12:01 BST
  6. Clarification questions by18 days ago
    9 Oct 2026, 00:00 BST
  7. Admission / appointment period ends7 days ago · period end, not a bid countdown
    19 Oct 2026, 12:00 BST
  8. Today
    27 Oct 2026
  9. Award decision expected byin 9 days
    5 Nov 2026, 23:59 GMT
  10. Contract startsin 34 days
    1 Dec 2026

Notice history

9 events · 5 releases on Find a Tender · since 21 May 2026
  1. Pipeline notice published
    21 May 2026, 15:17 BST
    UK1
  2. Preliminary market engagement notice published
    26 May 2026, 11:12 BST
    UK2
  3. Tender notice published
    10 Sept 2026, 15:29 BST
    UK4
  4. Status changed to active
    10 Sept 2026, 15:29 BST
  5. Procurement method changed
    10 Sept 2026, 15:29 BST
  6. Deadline published: 5 Oct 2026, 12:00 BST
    10 Sept 2026, 15:29 BST
  7. Tender notice published
    10 Sept 2026, 16:52 BST
    UK4
  8. Tender notice published
    21 Sept 2026, 12:01 BST
    UK4
  9. Deadline moved to 19 Oct 2026, 12:00 BST
    21 Sept 2026, 12:01 BST
    +14 days · was 5 Oct 2026, 12:00 BST
Published amendments (2)

Amended to include the correct ProContract references

Clarification & Tender Deadlines extended by a fortnight.

Routine re-releases (5)
  • 2026-05: 2 releases · 21 May 2026, 26 May 2026

Contracting authority & participating public bodies

Great Places Housing Group

Contracting authorityPublic authority - sub-central government GB-MPR: 30045R · GB-PPON: PRYW-1616-TVYT 2A Derwent Avenue, Manchester, North West, M21 7QPContact email, phone

Official documents & specifications (6)

Official links; attachments are not copied

Tender pack and attachments

Notices published for this procedure

  • Tender notice tenderTender noticeUK4Tender notice on Find a Tender
  • Tender notice tenderTender noticeUK4Tender notice on Find a Tender
  • Tender notice tenderTender noticeUK4Tender notice on Find a Tender
  • Preliminary market engagement notice planningPreliminary market engagement noticeUK2Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
  • Pipeline notice planningPipeline noticeUK1Pipeline notice on Find a Tender