CDS Co-operatives has launched a £10bn framework to help social landlords and other public bodies procure repairs, maintenance and asset management services.

The framework is expected to run until June 2034 and is open to housing providers, councils, NHS organisations, emergency services, education bodies and charities.It has been set up under the Procurement Act 2023 as an open framework, meaning suppliers can apply to join at set points during its lifetime.

The framework has been split into four lots, each with an estimated value of £2.5bn. The framework will cover works across domestic and commercial properties, including housing estates, blocks of flats, co-operative housing schemes, offices and community centres.

The first lot is currently open for applications. This lot includes responsive repairs, void works, mechanical and electrical services, gas servicing, electrical testing, lift maintenance, fire safety works and retrofit programmes. It also covers planned works such as kitchen and bathroom replacements, external decoration and compliance-related projects.

The remaining three lots will cover professional services, technology and digital solutions, and materials. Notices for the three remaining lots are expected from December 2027.

Contracting authorities using the framework will be able to award work either through direct award or mini-competition.

The procurement is being managed by property technology company Plentific. CDS Co-operatives operates in London and the South East. We are a charitable community benefit society that supports, develops and manages co-operative and community-led housing. We are also a registered social landlord with around 900 homes.

In the press: Inside Housing has reported on the launch of CDS Co-operatives’ £10bn repairs framework. Read the full article here.