Overview
Pagabo Limited, acting as agent of the Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation (YPO), is seeking experienced contractors and delivery partners to support a major national framework for construction and refurbishment works valued at £5 million and above. This opportunity covers a broad range of project types, including new build, extensions, remodelling, refurbishment, retrofit, specialist fit-out, repairs, MEP works, civils, landscaping, and post-handover support.
The framework is designed to deliver high-quality outcomes across the UK public sector, with a strong emphasis on compliance, collaboration, sustainability, and social value. Successful suppliers will be expected to demonstrate robust project delivery capability, commercial strength, and a commitment to responsible construction practices.
| Clarification Questions Deadline | Tender Submission Deadline | Tender Evaluation Period | Standstill Period | Anticipated Framework Start | Framework End |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 June 2026, 12:00 noon (via In-Tend portal) | 22 June 2026, 12:00 noon | 22 June – 17 August 2026 | 1 September – 9 September 2026 (8 working days) | 19 October 2026 | 19 October 2030 |
At a Glance
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Contracting Authority | Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation (YPO), Wakefield |
| Procurement Agent / Framework Manager | Pagabo Limited, Hull |
| Reference | PA23-YPO-0002 |
| FTS Notice | 038242-2026 |
| Published | 27 April 2026 |
| Estimated Total Value | £5,000,000,000 including VAT, indicative only and not a guarantee of spend |
| Framework Duration | 19 October 2026 to 19 October 2030 |
| Procurement Legislation | Procurement Act 2023 (PA23), Open Procedure, Regulation 20 |
| Framework Type | Closed framework, closed to new suppliers once established |
| Award Criteria | Quality 60%, Price 40% |
| Number of Lots | 5 lots comprising 37 sub-lots in total |
| Suppliers per Lot | Lot 1: 1 per sub-lot (5 total); Lots 2–5: up to 9 per geographic area (6 Core, 3 Reserve) |
| Supplier Fee | 0% |
| Activity Based Income (ABI) | Recovered from client organisations via project cost build-up |
| Max Call-Off Contract Term | 10 years |
This opportunity is suited to organisations able to deliver major works across one or more of the following areas:
- Pre-construction and construction phase design and management.
- New build, refurbishment, and alteration projects.
- Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing works.
- Civil engineering, landscaping, and site infrastructure.
- Aftercare, asset performance advice, and post-handover support.
- Feasibility studies, business case support, and grant funding assistance.
Applicants should be ready to operate within a framework environment that values delivery excellence, transparency, and measurable outcomes.
Social Value Requirements
Social value is a core framework requirement, aligned to the Government’s Social Value Model. KPIs are measured on a project-by-project basis across four themes:
- Kickstart economic growth: fair pay, apprenticeships, skills development, SME supply chain support, modern slavery prevention
- Make Britain a clean energy superpower: carbon reduction, net zero working practices, responsible sourcing
- Break down barriers to opportunity: employment for under-represented groups, disability inclusion
- Build an NHS fit for the future: workforce health and wellbeing
All suppliers must have a board-level Social Value Policy in place (or commit to one within 12 months of framework start). Social value performance is tracked via Loop and reported monthly.
Pagabo has enabled over £6.2bn social value and economic impact across its frameworks to date.
Carbon Reduction Requirements
All suppliers must submit a compliant Carbon Reduction Plan (CRP) in line with PPN 006. The CRP must confirm commitment to net zero by 2050 for UK operations, provide current Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions (GHG Protocol), detail reduction measures, be signed off at director level, and be published on the supplier’s website. Failure to submit a compliant CRP results in exclusion from further evaluation.
The framework is open to a wide range of public sector bodies and contracting authorities, including:
- NHS and health service providers, including Integrated Care Boards, NHS Trusts, and hospices.
- Local authorities, combined authorities, and mayoral development corporations.
- Central government departments and associated agencies.
- Education establishments, including maintained schools, colleges, and universities.
- Police forces, fire and rescue services, and ambulance services.
- Registered social landlords and housing associations.
- Public utilities, including electricity, gas, water, telecoms, and Network Rail.
- Museums, leisure, prisons, sports, and well-being organisations.
- Ports, airports, and publicly owned free ports.
- Charities and third sector organisations where defined as contracting bodies under PA23.
This framework applies across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, as well as British Crown Dependencies including Jersey, Guernsey, and the Isle of Man, and UK overseas territories and embassies including Gibraltar.
We are looking for suppliers with:
- Proven experience delivering major public sector construction projects.
- Strong financial standing and the capacity to support long-term frameworks.
- Clear approaches to social value, carbon reduction, and sustainability.
- The ability to work collaboratively with clients and project partners.
- A commitment to quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Regional contractors and larger national delivery partners may both find suitable opportunities within the framework structure, depending on geographic coverage and value band capability.
Lot Structure
The framework is structured across 5 lots and 37 sub-lots, combining a collaborative partnership tier with value-band lots segmented by geography.
Lot 1: Collaborative Partner Lot
Lot 1 is a strategic partnership model for projects valued at £5m+, with an estimated total value of £1.25bn incl. VAT. It appoints one supplier per sub-lot, creating five long-term partnership roles across the framework.
The England and Wales sub-lots are themed by specialism:
- Lot 1a — Delivery: Long-term integrated partner for project delivery across the framework, managing delivery to high standards through early engagement and transparent practices.
- Lot 1b — Sustainability: Focused on environmental, social, and economic outcomes, driving carbon reduction, resource efficiency, and social value through specialist expertise.
- Lot 1c — Quality: Responsible for consistent quality standards, right-first-time delivery, defect prevention, and robust assurance processes.
- Lot 1d — Scotland: Single collaborative partner appointment covering Scotland.
- Lot 1e — Northern Ireland: Single collaborative partner appointment covering Northern Ireland.
All Lot 1 sub-lots allow direct appointment to the single appointed supplier without further competition. Collaborative Partners also take part in further competitions within their own geography. The turnover requirement for Lot 1 is £500m+, and bidders for Lots 1a–1c must complete additional quality questions to determine sub-lot allocation.
Lots 2 to 5: Value-band lots
Lots 2 to 5 are value-band lots, with up to 9 suppliers per geographic area: 6 Core Contractors and 3 Reserve Contractors.
- Lot 2: £5m–£15m, estimated value £750m, 12 areas, 6 Core / 3 Reserve.
- Lot 3: £15m–£30m, estimated value £1.1bn, 8 areas, 6 Core / 3 Reserve.
- Lot 4: £30m–£60m, estimated value £1.3bn, 8 areas, 6 Core / 3 Reserve.
- Lot 5: £60m+, estimated value £600m, 4 areas, 6 Core / 3 Reserve.
Lot 2 is split into 12 geographic areas, including Scotland, North East, Yorkshire & Humber, North West, East Midlands, West Midlands, East of England, South West, Wales, London, South East, and Northern Ireland. Lots 3 and 4 use 8 broader regions, while Lot 5 is split across 4 areas: Scotland, England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Regional contractor provision
The framework also includes a Regional Contractor definition to support smaller, geographically focused businesses. A Regional Contractor is defined as a supplier operating mainly within a limited geographic footprint, with annual turnover of no more than £275m.
Regional Contractors may bid for up to 6 areas in Lot 2 and up to 3 areas in Lot 3. Pre-allocated regional places are:
- Lot 2: 4 Core, 2 Reserve per area.
- Lot 3: 2 Core, 1 Reserve per area.
- Lot 4: No pre-allocation, but not excluded.
- Lot 5: Not applicable.
Why Apply
This is a significant opportunity to secure long-term access to major public sector work across a wide range of sectors, including healthcare, education, housing, transport, utilities, and government estates. The framework offers a structured route to market, a strong pipeline of opportunities, and the chance to contribute to high-impact public projects across the UK.
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