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Construction firms alerted to £2bn retrofit framework

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Bidding is now open for a major retrofit framework valued at £2 billion. 

Credit: Henry Co (Unsplash).

Fusion21 is inviting tenders for its Decarbonisation Framework, spanning four years, with an estimated delivery date of January 2029.  

The framework is split into two lots:  

Lot 1 – Whole House Decarbonisation (value: £1 billion) 

  • Design, planning, and retrofit services for domestic dwellings 
  • Wall, cavity, loft, roof, underfloor insulation and draught proofing 
  • HVAC & MVHR, solar PV & battery storage 
  • Whole-house internal/external refurbishment works 

It is mandatory for bidders/suppliers to have a minimum PAS2030:2019 accreditation and be in the process of assessment for PAS2030:2023. 

Lot 2 – Decarbonisation of Public and Education Buildings (value: £500 million) 

  • Pre-construction activities, design and planning, RIBA stages 0-7 
  • Building improvements/refurbishment including roofing and facades, windows & doors, insulation 
  • HVAC & MVHR, solar PV & battery storage, MEP  
  • Civils and utilities  

It is mandatory for bidders/suppliers to have PAS2038:2021 accreditation or be in the process of working towards PAS2038:2021. 

“The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs),” a tender notice reads.  

“However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.” 

For more information, follow this link. REF: FTS 001058-2025. 

The deadline for submissions is 12 noon on 12 February 2025.  

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