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SPA seeks suppliers for new £1.2bn framework

Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA) is inviting specialist contractors to apply to be a part of its new £1.2bn NH3 framework to deliver offsite constructed homes that will provide thousands of homes to benefit communities across the UK.

The NH3 framework aids the construction of different housing types including low-rise, medium-high rise dwellings, and specialist accommodation such as care homes. Supporting partners to increase the use of modern construction methods in the contracts and helping to deliver low and net-zero carbon homes. It will also open opportunities for partners to access a wider range of Modern Method of Construction (MMC) solutions and suppliers, encouraging greater collaboration between suppliers and clients.

There are work workstreams that will be covered by the NH3 framework, these are as follows:

• Workstream 1 – Three-dimensional (3d) modular systems – category 1
• Workstream 2 – Two-dimensional (2d) panelised systems – category 2
• Workstream 3 – Main contractors delivering MMC solutions
• Workstream 4 – Groundworks and site preparation for MMC housing projects

The deadline for applications to join the framework is 14 October 2022 and to apply, suppliers should apply via SPA’s tender portal.

Support from the Supplier Development Programme

The Supplier Development Programme offers free tender training to Scottish SMEs, Supported Businesses, and Third Sector Organisations to help them get ‘tender ready’ for any opportunities. If you are interested in bidding for SPA’s NH3 framework. So, sign up for SDP’s Understanding and Bidding – Frameworks and Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS) webinar on 5 October to help you prepare.