£10m+
Major works
New build and large-scale refurbishment programmes.
Framework
Construction & Building Services Framework 2027
A single, flexible framework covering the full range of public sector construction, building services, retrofit and maintenance work — launching March 2027.
Framework structure
Lots designed around real programmes
Lots are structured by value and discipline so you can move quickly from project brief to compliant award.
£1m – £10m
Intermediate works
Extensions, remodelling and estate improvement schemes.
Up to £1m
Minor works
Small capital schemes and planned improvement work.
All values
Building services
Mechanical, electrical and building services installation.
All values
Retrofit & decarbonisation
Energy efficiency, fabric-first retrofit and net zero works.
All values
Maintenance & compliance
Planned and reactive maintenance, statutory compliance.
Lot structure is indicative and being refined through market engagement. Final lotting will be confirmed in the tender documents.
Routes to market
Three compliant ways to award
Direct award
Where requirements are clear and the framework criteria are met, award directly to a suitable supplier with a fully auditable rationale.
Further competition
Run a compliant mini-competition against your project-specific criteria, with Link14 support at every stage.
Supported procurement
Our procurement team can manage the process end to end — from scoping and documentation to evaluation and award.
Process
How it works
01
Access agreement
Confirm eligibility and complete a simple access agreement — no cost to use the framework.
02
Scope your project
Choose the right lot and route to market with support from the Link14 team.
03
Select your supplier
Direct award or further competition, with template documents provided.
04
Deliver & measure
Contract management, performance monitoring and social value reporting throughout.
Framework benefits
What you get with Link14
- Fully compliant Procurement Act route
- No cost to public sector clients
- Regional and national supplier coverage
- Template documentation and guidance
- Early contractor involvement options
- Social value measured and reported
- Independent framework governance
- Continuous supplier performance management