- Lot 1. Lot 1A - Humber - Minor Works
- Lot 2. Lot 1B - Humber - Small Works
- Lot 3. Lot 1C - Humber - Surfacing Works
- Lot 4. Lot 2A - Southampton - Minor Works
- Lot 5. Lot 2B - Southampton - Small Works
- Lot 6. Lot 3A - South Wales - Minor Works
- Lot 7. Lot 3B - South Wales -Small Works
- Lot 8. Lot 3C - South Wales - Surfacing Works
- Lot 9. Lot 4A - East Anglia - Minor Works
- Lot 10. Lot 4B - East Anglia - Small Works
- Lot 11. Lot 4C - East Anglia – Surfacing Works
- Lot 12. Lot 5 - National Intermediate Works
- Lot 13. Lot 6 - General Inclusion
Scope
Reference
INF-GRP-25/1170
Description
ABP is looking to appoint suitably qualified contractors to our new Civils Framework.
The ABP Civils Framework is designed to provide access to pre-qualified civil engineering contractors across the Humber, Southampton, South Wales and East Anglia. Its scope encompasses a wide range of low to mid value construction and maintenance works, structured to support both operational efficiency and Small to Medium size Enterprise (SME) participation.
This Framework was shaped through extensive Applicant engagement, including Q&A sessions, face-to-face meetings, and questionnaires to refine the Lotting structure and address barriers to participation.
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £102,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 20 April 2026 to 19 April 2031
- Possible extension to 20 April 2034
- 8 years, 1 day
Description of possible extension:
The proposed Framework Agreement will be in place for 5 years with a possible extension provision of 3 years, with the maximum duration to be 8 years. The framework will be extended at the discretion of the Authority at the end of year 5.
Main procurement category
Works
CPV classifications
- 45000000 - Construction work
- 45100000 - Site preparation work
- 45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work
- 45233251 - Resurfacing works
- 45300000 - Building installation work
- 45400000 - Building completion work
- 45500000 - Hire of construction and civil engineering machinery and equipment with operator
Lot 1. Lot 1A - Humber - Minor Works
Description
Lot 1A Humber - Minor Works (Estimated Individual Project Values £0 up to £250k)
Lot value (estimated)
- £0 excluding VAT
- £0 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. Lot 1B - Humber - Small Works
Description
Lot 1B Humber - Small Works (Estimated Individual Project Values £250k up to £1.5M)
Lot value (estimated)
- £0 excluding VAT
- £0 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 3. Lot 1C - Humber - Surfacing Works
Description
Lot 1C Humber – Surfacing Works (Estimated Contract Value up to £1M)
Lot value (estimated)
- £0 excluding VAT
- £0 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 4. Lot 2A - Southampton - Minor Works
Description
Lot 2A Southampton - Minor Works (Estimated Individual Project Values £50k up to £500k)
Lot value (estimated)
- £0 excluding VAT
- £0 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 5. Lot 2B - Southampton - Small Works
Description
Lot 2B Southampton - Small Works (Estimated Individual Project Values £500k up to £1.5M)
Lot value (estimated)
- £0 excluding VAT
- £0 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 6. Lot 3A - South Wales - Minor Works
Description
Lot 3A South Wales - Minor Works (Estimated Individual Project Values £0 up to £250k)
Lot value (estimated)
- £0 excluding VAT
- £0 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 7. Lot 3B - South Wales -Small Works
Description
Lot 3B South Wales - Small Works (Estimated Individual Project Values £250k up to £1.5M)
Lot value (estimated)
- £0 excluding VAT
- £0 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 8. Lot 3C - South Wales - Surfacing Works
Description
Lot 3C South Wales – Surfacing Works (Estimated Contract Value up to £1M)
Lot value (estimated)
- £0 excluding VAT
- £0 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 9. Lot 4A - East Anglia - Minor Works
Description
Lot 4A East Anglia - Minor Works (Estimated Individual Project Values £0 up to £250k)
Lot value (estimated)
- £0 excluding VAT
- £0 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 10. Lot 4B - East Anglia - Small Works
Description
Lot 4B East Anglia - Small Works (Estimated Contract Value £250k up to £1.5M)
Lot value (estimated)
- £0 excluding VAT
- £0 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 11. Lot 4C - East Anglia - Surfacing Works
Description
Lot 4C East Anglia – Surfacing Works (Estimated Contract Value up to £1M)
Lot value (estimated)
- £0 excluding VAT
- £0 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 12. Lot 5 - National Intermediate Works
Description
Lot 5 National Intermediate Works (Estimated Individual Project Values £1.5M up to £4M)
Lot value (estimated)
- £0 excluding VAT
- £0 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 13. Lot 6 - General Inclusion
Description
Lot 6 - General Inclusion Lot
Lot value (estimated)
- £0 excluding VAT
- £0 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
Unlimited
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
ABP will have the option to call-off contracts or engage in mini-competitions under the Framework Agreement with individual Applicants as and when services are required. Please note however that there is no obligation for ABP to call off from the Framework Agreement (i.e. ABP may appoint work to parties outside of the Framework Agreement if necessary).
Lots 1A, 3A, 4A & 1C, 3C & 4C
For Lots 1A, 3A, 4A & 1C, 3C & 4C, any work awarded will use the NEC4 Term Service Contract and individual Task Orders will be issued accordingly by the Service Manager to instruct specific items of work within the scope of the contract. The schedule of rates submitted at tender stage will be used as the basis for pricing all Task Orders.
Lots 1B, 2B, 3B, 4B & Lot 5
For Lots 1B, 2B, 3B, 4B & Lot 5, work will be awarded in two ways; firstly, the results of a mini-competition with either price or price/quality being the assessment criteria. This will be defined during the publication of each individual request for quotation (Call off contract); or secondly, through a direct award. ABP reserves the right to make an award to any Contractor it feels will provide the required works most effectively.
Work will be awarded through the framework using Work Orders (in line with the NEC4 Framework Contract). Each Work Order will be accompanied by an NEC4 Engineering & Construction Contract signed as a deed for Lots 1B, 2B, 3B, 4B & Lot 5.
Lot 2A
For Lot 2A, the work awarded will use the JCT Measured Term Contract. Each call-off will be instructed by the Employer under the agreed schedule of rates, ensuring transparency and consistency in pricing. This approach provides flexibility for recurring tasks while maintaining contractual certainty and compliance with JCT terms.
Call of Procedures
ABP ultimately reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to utilise any of the following call-off procedures under the framework agreement, this applies to all Lots:
Mini-Competition
A competitive process where all eligible Applicants on the Lot are invited to submit bids for a specific requirement. Evaluation is based on the criteria set out in the mini-competition documentation.
Direct Award Procedure
ABP may award a contract directly to a Applicant without further competition. This is typically used where there is an urgent requirement or a clear best-fit Applicant.
Award method when using the framework
Either with or without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Participation
Particular suitability
Lot 1. Lot 1A - Humber - Minor Works
Lot 2. Lot 1B - Humber - Small Works
Lot 3. Lot 1C - Humber - Surfacing Works
Lot 4. Lot 2A - Southampton - Minor Works
Lot 5. Lot 2B - Southampton - Small Works
Lot 6. Lot 3A - South Wales - Minor Works
Lot 7. Lot 3B - South Wales -Small Works
Lot 8. Lot 3C - South Wales - Surfacing Works
Lot 9. Lot 4A - East Anglia - Minor Works
Lot 10. Lot 4B - East Anglia - Small Works
Lot 11. Lot 4C - East Anglia - Surfacing Works
Lot 12. Lot 5 - National Intermediate Works
Lot 13. Lot 6 - General Inclusion
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
28 November 2025, 5:00pm
Submission type
Requests to participate
Deadline for requests to participate
12 December 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
31 March 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Simple description | The following information summarises the approach to evaluating and scoring the Applicants PSQ response. Initial Compliance Check ABP will undertake a compliance check of the information submitted... |
Price |
Weighting description
The following information summarises the approach to evaluating and scoring the Applicants PSQ response.
Initial Compliance Check
ABP will undertake a compliance check of the information submitted (including checks on ABP’s compliance screening software). Failure to complete all relevant questions, failure to enclose supporting documentation or compliance concerns being flagged by ABP’s compliance screening software may result in the Applicant’s PSQ response being rejected.
Provided for...
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Competitive flexible procedure
Special regime
Utilities
Competitive flexible procedure description
The two-stage process is as described below:
Stage 1 PSQ
The Applicant is issued with a PSQ including instructions to Applicants, Requirements and a set of qualitative questions which are to demonstrate the Applicant’s:
• Compliance
• Financial Capability
• Legal Capability
• Health & Safety Approach
• Quality Approach
• Supply Chain Approach
• Quality Approach
• Technical Capability and Experience
Completed PSQ should be submitted strictly in accordance with the instructions to Applicants described within the PSQ document and received by ABP no later than 12/12/2025 at 12:00 GMT.
For the avoidance of doubt, the Applicants are required to submit all documents requested to be included in all sections of the PSQ Response Document attached in Appendix 04 – PSQ Response Document to enable their PSQ submissions to be fully evaluated against the evaluation criteria. The evaluation criteria are also provided within the PSQ Response Document.
Stage 2 – Invitation to Tender (ITT)
Following the conclusion of Stage 1 PSQ, down – selected Applicants will be invited to participate in the second stage of the process.
Stage 2 will comprise the issuing of the ITT to the successful down-selected applicants for each geographical Lot and sub Lot.
Clear objectives and evaluation criteria aligned to strategic goals will be included in the tender documents, inviting Applicants to demonstrate how their proposals will deliver broader organisational benefits.
Following this stage, ABP will award Contract/s based on the Most Advantageous Tender, based on the evaluation criteria.
Contracting authority
ASSOCIATED BRITISH PORTS
- Companies House: ZC000195
25 Bedford Street
London
WC2E 9ES
United Kingdom
Contact name: Daniel Murray
Email: procurement@abports.co.uk
Region: UKI32 - Westminster
Organisation type: Private utility