Scope
Reference
SJ/10/09/25/SHED 5
Description
Established in 2004, Procurement for Housing (PfH) is a national procurement consortium dedicated to the social housing sector and supported by the National Housing Federation (NHF), Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) and HouseMark. Collectively our Members manage more than 90% of UK' social housing stock, with PfH helping them to achieve efficiency savings using a wide range of services including framework agreements, dynamic purchasing systems, spend analyses, strategy reviews, consolidated billing and comprehensive reporting. PfH is a contracting authority under section 2 of the Procurement Act 2023 and a centralised procurement authority under section 1(4) of that Act.
Please refer to www.pfh.co.uk for additional information.
PfH is administered by Inprova Limited and is headquartered in the North West of England with over 20 years of expertise and experience offering a complete procurement solutions package across outsourcing, technology and consultancy. By integrating procurement services and technology, Inprova operates as a delivery partner, supporting business performance improvement for the public sector.
PfH intends to establish The Social Housing Emerging Disruptors (SHED) 5 Framework to promote innovation through establishing national arrangements to provide innovative goods, works and services to the housing market and the wider public sector.
The first Social Housing Emerging Disrupters (SHED) Framework Agreement was launched in January 2022, comprising 18 innovative solutions. The aim was to create a framework of innovation permitting start-ups, small and medium sized businesses and the voluntary sector as well as established larger companies to offer their innovative products and services to the public sector. The second SHED framework (SHED 2) comprising a further 20 suppliers with a range of innovative solutions was launched in January 2023 and was shortlisted for the 'Innovation Procurement Project of the Year' Award by Built Environment Network. SHED 3 commenced in January 2024. SHED 4, comprising 17 solutions was launched in January 2025.
To reflect the emerging nature of innovation, a fifth SHED Framework (SHED 5) will be procured in Autumn 2025. The solution will enable PfH Members to procure a range of products and services that offer real and innovative benefit to the housing and wider public sector. The framework will provide successful suppliers with the opportunity to promote their innovation and will allow fledgling markets to test their true potential, providing the foundations for success and wider adoption across the public sector.
The Framework Agreement will operate on a national basis, providing an offering suitable for members of PfH in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland and other public bodies permitted to use the Framework Agreement. Suppliers will not be excluded for not being able to supply all regions.
To register your interest, or find out more information, please email shed@pfh.co.uk
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £100,000,000 excluding VAT
- £120,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 30 January 2026 to 29 January 2029
- 3 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79420000 - Management-related services
- 79900000 - Miscellaneous business and business-related services
- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 39000000 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 42000000 - Industrial machinery
- 44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45000000 - Construction work
- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services
- 51000000 - Installation services (except software)
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services
- 90000000 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services
- 31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 80000000 - Education and training services
- 35000000 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 70000000 - Real estate services
- 09000000 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy
- 66000000 - Financial and insurance services
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 75000000 - Administration, defence and social security services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Engagement
Engagement deadline
3 September 2025
Engagement process description
In line with the Procurement Act 2023 and our commitment to support innovation and ensure the SHED Framework remains accessible, transparent and beneficial to all parties, we will operate a structured engagement process for suppliers with innovative solutions.
Suppliers who believe they have a product, service, or approach that could add value to the public sector will be invited to participate in an Innovation Discussion with our team. The purpose of these sessions is twofold:
1. Understanding the Framework - We will explain the SHED Framework, its objectives, and how it operates as a compliant route to market for the public sector. This will ensure suppliers have a clear understanding of the framework structure, requirements, and
opportunities.
2. Exploring Innovation - Suppliers will have the opportunity to present their innovations, highlight the benefits, and discuss how these could be delivered effectively through the SHED Framework.
We are particularly committed to reducing barriers for SMEs and new market entrants by:
• Offering early engagement opportunities to understand their solutions.
• Providing clear guidance on compliance and procurement processes.
• Support suppliers in navigating requirements so that their innovations can be accessed by the public sector in a fair, open and competitive way.
Through this engagement process, we aim to create a collaborative environment where suppliers can confidently explore the suitability of the SHED Framework as a route to market, while ensuring members can benefit from innovative, high-quality, and compliant solutions.
Solutions.
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
10 September 2025
Contracting authority
Procurement for Housing
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PRLY-9676-WPTJ
2 Olympic Way
Birchwood, Warrington
WA2 0YL
United Kingdom
Contact name: Stephanie Johnston
Email: sjohnston@pfh.co.uk
Region: UKD61 - Warrington
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government