SCAPE Regional Construction Framework Announcement

Framework Factfile

Framework: SCP015 SCAPE Regional Construction Works and Services Framework
Contracting authority: Scape Procure Limited, trading as SCAPE
Sector: Construction works and associated services
Estimated value: £1.2 billion excluding VAT
Location: The Midlands, Home Counties and London
Framework length: Four years
Maximum commission value: £15 million
Tender submission deadline: 2pm on 11 September 2026

SCAPE has launched its new Regional Construction Works and Services Framework, creating an estimated £1.2 billion opportunity for construction contractors operating across the Midlands, Home Counties and London.

The framework is divided into four regional lots, each valued at approximately £300 million. It will provide public sector organisations with a compliant route to procure construction works and associated services for projects valued at up to £15 million.

SCAPE intends to appoint three delivery partners to each lot, creating a total of 12 available framework places. With only five bidders progressing from the initial selection stage for each region, contractors will need to demonstrate their suitability, financial standing and relevant delivery experience from the outset.

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Procurement Timeline

The published procurement timetable includes:

• Tender notice published: 31 July 2026
• Clarification deadline: 11am on 4 September 2026
• PSQ submission deadline: 2pm on 11 September 2026
• Invitation to Tender stage: Following completion of the PSQ evaluation
• Deadline for Participation: 2pm on 9 October 2026
• Estimated framework commencement: 2 August 2027
• Estimated framework end: 1 August 2031

Submissions must be completed electronically through the Delta eSourcing portal. Each regional lot has a separate access code, so contractors should make sure they register for the correct opportunity.

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What Is the SCAPE Regional Construction Framework?

The SCP015 framework will provide public sector organisations with access to construction contractors capable of delivering projects across a broad range of built environments.

The scope covers complete and partial construction works, associated professional services, specialist trades and supporting activities. Potential commissions may involve new build, refurbishment, repair, maintenance and improvement projects across assets such as:

• Education and research facilities
• Healthcare and social care buildings
• Housing and residential developments
• Emergency service and public safety facilities
• Commercial and civic buildings
• Leisure, cultural and community facilities
• Infrastructure and engineering projects
• Building services and specialist installations

Successful delivery partners will be expected to collaborate closely with public sector clients, consultants, contractors and specialist supply chain organisations.

Performance will be monitored through a comprehensive set of indicators, placing importance on consistent delivery, collaboration, value for money and measurable outcomes throughout the framework term.

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How Is the Framework Structured?

The framework contains four regional lots.

Lot 1: Midlands East

Estimated value: £300 million
Coverage: Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Rutland and South Yorkshire
Annual turnover requirement: £20 million
Delta access code: 63C49U9NQ5

Lot 2: Midlands West

Estimated value: £300 million
Coverage: Staffordshire, the West Midlands, Warwickshire, Worcestershire and Shropshire
Annual turnover requirement: £20 million
Delta access code: 629Q7DMR7N

Lot 3: Home Counties East

Estimated value: £300 million
Coverage: Norfolk, Cambridgeshire, Suffolk, Essex and London
Annual turnover requirement: £20 million
Delta access code: NR9G856K8J

Lot 4: Home Counties West

Estimated value: £300 million
Coverage: Northamptonshire, Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Berkshire and London
Annual turnover requirement: £20 million
Delta access code: WJMZDS2XPQ

London is included within both Home Counties lots, giving contractors two potential regional routes depending on their wider operating footprint and supporting contract experience.

The lot values are estimates rather than guaranteed expenditure. Contractors should assess the full commercial opportunity, regional pipeline and delivery requirements before deciding where to bid.

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Who Is the Opportunity Relevant To?

The framework may be relevant to:

• Regional and national principal contractors
• Construction and civil engineering businesses
• Building refurbishment contractors
• Property improvement and maintenance providers
• Multi-disciplinary construction organisations
• Contractors working across education, healthcare, housing and public buildings
• Consortia and joint ventures with combined regional and technical capability
• SMEs with the financial and operational capacity to act as a lead delivery partner

SCAPE has designed the framework to encourage SME participation throughout the successful contractors’ supply chains. SMEs can also submit bids directly, either independently or as part of a consortium or joint venture, provided the bidding arrangement collectively satisfies the requirements.

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What Do Contractors Need to Qualify?

Each lot carries an annual turnover requirement of £20 million. This can be met by an individual contractor or through the combined turnover of an eligible bidding vehicle, such as a consortium or joint venture.

The five highest scoring bidders at PSQ stage will be invited to participate in the Invitation to Tender stage for each lot. From those five, the three highest scoring bidders will secure a place on the framework.

Contractors should review the procurement documents carefully to confirm:

• That they meet the £20 million turnover requirement
• That their financial standing satisfies the selection criteria
• That they can demonstrate suitable technical and professional capacity
• That their experience is relevant to projects within the specified value range
• That their delivery model provides credible coverage across the chosen region
• That they have the resources and supply chain capacity to manage multiple commissions
• That all supporting policies, accreditations and declarations are current and compliant
• That any consortium, joint venture or associated person arrangement is clearly structured

Passing the PSQ is not simply an administrative exercise. With only five organisations progressing per lot, contractors must present a compelling and well evidenced case for why they should be shortlisted.

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How Will Bids Be Evaluated?

The published evaluation weighting is:

• Quality: 70%
• Cost: 30%

The 70% quality weighting demonstrates that SCAPE is looking beyond price alone. Contractors will need to show how they will deliver high- quality construction projects, collaborate with public sector clients and maintain reliable performance across the framework.

The procurement uses a competitive flexible procedure with two key stages.

At PSQ stage, SCAPE will assess bidders’ suitability, financial standing, technical capacity and relevant experience. The five highest scoring organisations for each lot will progress.

At ITT stage, the shortlisted bidders will provide more detailed quality and commercial responses. The three highest scoring organisations for each lot will then be appointed.

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What Will SCAPE Be Looking For?

Although bidders must respond directly to the published questions, strong submissions are likely to require clear evidence across areas such as:

• Delivery of comparable public sector construction projects
• Regional capacity and supply chain coverage
• Collaborative working with clients and consultants
• Programme, cost and risk management
• Health, safety and regulatory compliance
• Quality assurance and performance monitoring
• Project mobilisation and resource planning
• Environmental sustainability and carbon reduction
• Social value and benefits for local communities
• Support for SMEs and regional supply chains
• Continuous improvement and framework management

Generic descriptions of policies or past projects will not be enough. Contractors should connect their evidence directly to SCAPE’s requirements, explaining what was delivered, how challenges were managed and what measurable outcomes were achieved.

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How Bid Writing Service Can Help

The SCAPE Regional Construction Works and Services Framework is a significant opportunity, but its limited number of places will make the procurement highly competitive.

Bid Writing Service can support contractors with:

• Bid qualification and regional lot selection
• PSQ planning and response management
• Compliance reviews
• Evidence mapping and case study development
• Construction methodology responses
• Social value strategy and response writing
• Quality assurance and tender reviews
• Consortium and joint venture submissions
• ITT preparation for successfully shortlisted bidders

Whether you need full bid management support or an expert review of your completed submission, our team can provide a service tailored to your internal resources, objectives and existing bidding experience.

Get Ready for the SCAPE Regional Construction Framework

With an estimated value of £1.2 billion, four regional lots and projects worth up to £15 million, SCP015 represents a valuable route into public sector construction work across several major English regions.

However, SCAPE plans to shortlist only five bidders and appoint three delivery partners per lot. Contractors must demonstrate more than basic eligibility. They need a focused regional strategy, relevant contract evidence and a credible delivery model that gives evaluators confidence in their capacity to perform.

If your business is targeting the SCAPE Regional Construction Works and Services Framework, Bid Writing Service can help you strengthen your response and prepare for every stage of the procurement.

Get in touch with our team today to discuss your framework application: info@bidwritingservice.com

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