Scope
Reference
0058 PPTO
Description
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Applicants must be technically able to deliver against the contract scope as follows:
a.Delivering planned external redecorations to all the previously decorated surfaces within the estate, along with cleaning external elements such as rainwater goods.
b.Including for all necessary rubbing down, preparation, and if required, stripping down to bare metal/timber prior to works.
c.Maintain all work areas in a clean, tidy and safe condition free from oil, grease, dust and debris.
d.Allow for appropriate storage for tolls and materials. Clearing of all debris, waste and rubbish generated on site, including keeping all work areas in an orderly state.
e.Carrying out of repairs to windows/doors, and all other timber repair. Including piecing in new timber and conservation repair to match.
f.Carrying out of repairs to metal windows/doors, and any other metalwork repair. Including replacing / repairing any existing doors, windows, frames, railings, gates and any other metal fixtures to match.
g.Replacement or overhaul of windows/door of all types, to be in keeping with the architecture of the estate, as required. Leaving in full working order.
h.Replacement or overhaul of rainwater goods of all types, to be in keeping with the architecture of the estate, as required. Refixing and ensuring that falls are sufficient to shed rainwater to outlets.
i.Installing thermal upgrades to all windows, by the insertion of draft proofing.
j.Arranging for the supply and fit of secondary glazing alternatives.
k.Carrying out of masonry repairs, such as stonework in the areas where decoration works are being undertaken. Including for repointing, mortar repair, sourcing and piecing in new stone to match.
l.Acting as the Principal Contractor for Health & Safety management of the site, including CDM duties.
m.Provision of all required access arrangements to facilitate the works. Including full scaffolding, towers and mobile working platforms. Allowing for debris netting and boarding to prevent accommodation of waste in work areas.
The contract shall operate as a Framework for a 4 year period and will be split between 2 lots, contractors can apply for either lot. Each lot covers areas comprising as follows;
Lot A - 2 contractors to be appointed
•Windsor Castle (5 phase programme)
•Windsor Royal Mews (5 phase programme)
Lot B - 1 contractor to be appointed
•Home Park. Predominately residential properties, but includes Frogmore House, various stores, the gardener's buildings and the conservation workshops. (5 phase programme)
•Hampton Court Royal Paddocks.
Works in each location will be allocated each financial year depending on available budgets. Works will usually be allocated in phased areas, but may be required for smaller areas from time to time. Contractors will be required to review allocated areas to confirm the level of work required.
The contractor will be required to arrange access with residential properties and will be required to provide security cleared staff to work throughout the contract. Contactors will be required to escort their sub-contractors at all times.
The operations of the estate will include regular events, contractors will be required to programme their works to avoid inconvenience during events. At times it will be necessary to rearrange work at short notice due to events occurring on site.
Please note, in this instance, The Royal Household has voluntarily decided to issue a Notice as the total value of works is below the threshold. This procurement process therefore is not run in accordance to Procurement Act regulations.
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Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £5,000,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 1 April 2030
- 4 years, 1 day
Main procurement category
Works
CPV classifications
- 45451000 - Decoration work
- 45453100 - Refurbishment work
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Lot Lot A. Windsor Castle and Windsor Royal Mews
Description
Lot A - 2 contractors to be appointed
•Windsor Castle (5 phase programme)
•Windsor Royal Mews (5 phase programme)
Lot value (estimated)
- £3,800,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot Lot B. Home Park and Hampton Court Royal Paddocks
Description
Lot B - 1 contractor to be appointed
•Home Park. Predominately residential properties, but includes Frogmore House, various stores, the gardener's buildings and the conservation workshops. (5 phase programme)
•Hampton Court Royal Paddocks.
Lot value (estimated)
- £1,200,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
3
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
TBA
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 Lot A. Windsor Castle and Windsor Royal Mews
Lot Lot B. Home Park and Hampton Court Royal Paddocks
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
26 January 2026, 11:00am
Tender submission deadline
6 February 2026, 11:00am
Submission address and any special instructions
Contract Ref. 994522736
Opening Date: 19/11/2025 13:00
Closing Date : 15/12/2025 11:00
Tenderers will need to sign up to the Royal Household's e-Sourcing platform, Delta, in order to receive the PSQ and Tender and able to submit clarification questions and tender returns.
Sign up link: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier.
Access Code : 27S668S3SN
Tenderers will need to be registered on the Central Digital Platform (CDP) in order to complete the PSQ. The CDP is free to use and will mean tenderers should no longer have to re-enter this information for each public procurement. The CDP is available at https://www.gov.uk/find-tender.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
Lot Lot A. Windsor Castle and Windsor Royal Mews
| Name | Description | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | See PSQ |
Quality |
| Price | See PSQ |
Price |
| Environment and Sustainability | See PSQ |
Quality |
Weighting description
See PSQ
Lot Lot B. Home Park and Hampton Court Royal Paddocks
| Name | Description | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | See PSQ |
Quality |
| Environment and Sustainability | See PSQ |
Quality |
| Price | See PSQ |
Price |
Weighting description
See PSQ.
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
The Royal Household
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PGLT-2499-PJTM
Buckingham Palace
London
SW1A 1AA
United Kingdom
Contact name: Natasha Frost
Email: procurement@royal.uk
Region: UKI32 - Westminster
Organisation type: Public undertaking (commercial organisation subject to public authority oversight)