Scope
Reference
BSS25005
Description
The framework is advertised on an 8 year open framework basis, with a maximum award value of £8,000,000.00, the framework will establish 3 distinct lots, there is no maximum amount of lots a contractor can bid for, this will include:
1. Lot 1 - Internal Adaptations
2. Lot 2 - External Adaptations
3. Lot 3 - Stairlifts and hoists
Commercial tool
Establishes an open framework
Total value (estimated)
- £8,000,000 excluding VAT
- £9,600,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Main procurement category
Works
Contract locations
- UKL - Wales
Lot constraints
Description of how multiple lots may be awarded:
There is no restriction on the number of Lots a contractor may bid for. Contractors may submit a tender for any combination of Lots (1, 2 and/or 3), with a minimum requirement to bid for at least one Lot.
Not the same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in Lot sections, because they are not the same for all lots.
Lot 1. Internal Adaptations
Description
Internal works, eg wet rooms, lowered cabinets
Lot value (estimated)
- £2,666,667 excluding VAT
- £3,200,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Contract dates (estimated)
- 8 October 2025 to 2 October 2034
- 8 years, 11 months, 26 days
CPV classifications
- 45000000 - Construction work
- 42400000 - Lifting and handling equipment and parts
Same for all lots
Contract locations are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. External Adaptations
Description
External Works, eg dropped curbs and grab rails
Lot value (estimated)
- £2,666,667 excluding VAT
- £3,200,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Contract dates (estimated)
- 8 October 2025 to 19 October 2034
- 9 years, 12 days
CPV classifications
- 45000000 - Construction work
- 42000000 - Industrial machinery
Same for all lots
Contract locations are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 3. Stairlifts and Hoists
Description
As above, stairlifts and hoists
Lot value (estimated)
- £2,666,667 excluding VAT
- £3,200,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Contract dates (estimated)
- 8 October 2025 to 17 October 2034
- 9 years, 10 days
CPV classifications
- 45000000 - Construction work
Same for all lots
Contract locations are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Framework
Open framework scheme end date (estimated)
20 October 2034
Maximum number of suppliers
Unlimited
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
The framework is advertised on an 8 year open framework basis, with a maximum award value of £8,000,000.00, the framework will establish 3 distinct lots, there is no maximum amount of lots a contractor can bid for, this will include:
1. Lot 1 - Internal Adaptations
2. Lot 2 - External Adaptations
3. Lot 3 - Stairlifts and hoists
Award method when using the framework
Either with or without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Any that contact BSS
Participation
Legal and financial capacity conditions of participation
Lot 1. Internal Adaptations
Foundation Questions to determine
Lot 2. External Adaptations
Determined on Foundation Questions
Lot 3. Stairlifts and Hoists
As per Foundation Questions
Technical ability conditions of participation
Lot 1. Internal Adaptations
Foundation Questions to determine
Lot 2. External Adaptations
Determined on Foundation Questions
Lot 3. Stairlifts and Hoists
As per Foundation Questions
Particular suitability
Lot 1. Internal Adaptations
Lot 2. External Adaptations
Lot 3. Stairlifts and Hoists
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
29 September 2025, 12:00am
Tender submission deadline
6 October 2025, 12:00am
Electronic auction will be used
Yes
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
7 October 2025
Award criteria
Lot 1. Internal Adaptations
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Price weighting |
Price | 60.00% |
| Quality | Quality aspect |
Quality | 40.00% |
Lot 2. External Adaptations
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Cost weight |
Cost | 60.00% |
| Quality | Quality weight |
Quality | 40.00% |
Lot 3. Stairlifts and Hoists
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | price weight |
Price | 60.00% |
| Quality | quality weight |
Quality | 40.00% |
Other information
Payment terms
As per ITT
Description of risks to contract performance
As per ITT
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Justification for not publishing a preliminary market engagement notice
Not needed
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=343653
ITT
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=343654
Appendix 1 - Foundation Questions
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=343655
Appendix 2.1 - CB Menu
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=343656
Appendix 3 - Quality Questions
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=343657
Appendix 4 - SOR
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=343659
Appendix 5 - Framework Agreement
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=343660
Appendix 6 - Specifications Lots 1&2
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=343661
Appendix 7 - Lift Specification
Contracting authority
Barcud Shared Services
- Companies House: 12136070
2 Alexandra Gate Ffordd Pengam
Cardiff
CF24 2SA
United Kingdom
Region: UKL22 - Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Organisation type: Public undertaking (commercial organisation subject to public authority oversight)
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales