Conditions of Participation

The Major Works & Repairs Framework has been developed to provide STAR Housing (based in Shropshire) with a compliant, flexible and efficient route to procuring a wide range of property maintenance, repair, refurbishment and capital improvement works across its housing stock. Rather than undertaking individual procurement exercises for each requirement, the framework establishes a panel of pre-qualified suppliers who have demonstrated the technical capability, financial standing and operational capacity required to deliver works safely, efficiently and to a consistently high standard. The framework has 8 Lots and has been designed to improve outcomes for residents by providing timely access to competent contractors, strengthening contract management, improving quality and consistency, and delivering value for money throughout the life of the framework. It also provides STAR Housing with the flexibility to respond to changing operational priorities while maintaining compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 and ensuring a transparent and auditable procurement process. The Lots include: Lot 1a - Electrical Lot 1b - Mechanical Lot 2- Major Works and Major Voids Lot 3 - Healthy Homes Lot 4 - Drainage Lot 5 - Pest Control Lot 6 - Tree Works Lot 7 - Scaffolding Lot 8 - Waste Management The 4 year framework will be established using a Competitive Flexible Procedure comprising of the following: 1. Condition of Participation (CoP) - completion of a PSQ 2. Invitation to Tender (ITT) - Split 60% Quality, 40% Price 3. Interview (Int) Full details on how to apply are contained within Document 1 - Information and Instructions. Document 5 is a very useful summary of each Lot and the minimum requirements. This Lot provides a comprehensive range of planned and responsive electrical works across STAR Housing's housing stock. The purpose of the Lot is to ensure that electrical installations remain safe, compliant and fit for purpose through the delivery of high-quality installation, testing, inspection, maintenance and replacement works. The appointed Suppliers will support STAR Housing in maintaining statutory compliance, improving property safety, enhancing energy efficiency and delivering excellent services to residents. This Lot provides planned investment and responsive mechanical services across STAR Housing's housing stock. The purpose of the Lot is to maintain reliable, safe and efficient plumbing, heating, hot water and renewable energy systems that provide comfortable homes for residents. The appointed Suppliers will deliver high-quality installations, replacements and associated works while supporting energy efficiency, statutory compliance and excellent customer service. This Lot provides a single integrated solution for major planned investment works and major void property refurbishment programmes. The purpose of the Lot is to appoint one Principal Contractor capable of delivering large-scale refurbishment, replacement and improvement works efficiently, safely and consistently across STAR Housing's housing stock. The appointed Supplier will provide coordinated project management, effective resident liaison and high-quality delivery while supporting STAR Housing's long-term Asset Management Strategy. Where instructed by STAR Housing, the Supplier shall engage and coordinate nominated specialist subcontractors in accordance with the Framework Agreement and Preliminaries. The Supplier shall retain responsibility for integrating their activities into the overall programme and, where appointed, discharging its Principal Contractor duties. For clarity, Suppliers may submit tenders for any number of Lots, provided they satisfy the relevant Conditions of Participation. STAR Housing will not award both Lot 2 – Major Works & Major Voids and Lot 3 – Healthy Homes to the same Supplier. This Lot provides an integrated Healthy Homes service covering internal and external adaptations, specialist equipment, damp, mould and condensation remediation, and commissioned specialist surveys and investigations. The appointed Suppliers will deliver works and services that improve accessibility, property condition, safety and resident wellbeing. STAR Housing will retain routine assessments and initial investigations, commissioning additional specialist expertise where required provides an integrated Healthy Homes service focused on improving the condition, safety, accessibility, energy efficiency and long-term sustainability of STAR Housing's homes. The appointed Suppliers will deliver property improvement works that address the root causes of poor housing conditions, improve resident wellbeing and support STAR Housing's asset management and Healthy Homes strategies. For clarity, Suppliers may submit tenders for any number of Lots, provided they satisfy the relevant Conditions of Participation. STAR Housing will not award both Lot 2 – Major Works & Major Voids and Lot 3 – Healthy Homes to the same Supplier. This Lot provides planned