Refurbishment and Modernisation (RM4) - Scotland & Northern Ireland

What this is

LHC Procurement Group (LHC PG), on behalf of the Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA), is developing the Refurbishment and Modernisation Framework RM4 to serve public sector organisations across Scotland and Northern Ireland. The framework covers a broad range of workstreams including painting and decorating, electrical works, kitchens and bathrooms, aids and adaptations, damp and mould remediation, environmental and external works, stonework, reactive repairs and maintenance, and multi-disciplinary works. The anticipated total framework value is approximately £1.2 billion (£900 million for Scotland, £300 million for Northern Ireland) over an initial 4-year term with up to 2 x 12-month extension options. The Contract Notice/ITT was expected to be published in April 2026 with framework commencement in October 2026.

Key points

• Major SPA refurbishment and modernisation framework (RM4) covering 9 workstreams: painting, electrical, kitchens, damp/mould, stonework and more
• £900M Scotland allocation (£1.2B total including Northern Ireland); initial 4-year term from October 2026
• Register interest via InTend portal; ITT expected early-to-mid April 2026

Who can bid

Suppliers must be capable of delivering refurbishment and modernisation works in one or more of the RM4 workstreams (painting/decorating, electrical, kitchens/bathrooms, aids and adaptations, damp/mould, environmental/external works, stonework, reactive maintenance, multi-disciplinary). Framework is structured to accommodate SMEs through value bands and workstream selection. Full eligibility and SPD will be published with the ITT.

How it is scored

Evaluation criteria not specified at PIN stage. The framework will support social value, community benefit, fair work practices, and sustainable supply chains. Call-off contracts will be awarded by mini-competition or direct award. Details will be in the ITT, expected early-to-mid April 2026.

Money

Estimated Scotland framework value: £900 million (total £1.2 billion including Northern Ireland) over the initial 4-year term. Individual call-off values will vary by workstream and value band.

How to submit

Register interest via the InTend portal: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lhc/aspx/ProjectManage/150. Also register via Public Contracts Scotland. ITT expected to be published April 2026 with framework starting October 2026.

Clarifications

Contact Daniella Bryans at daniella.bryans@scottishprocurement.scot or +44 1506894395. Express interest via InTend portal to receive updates in advance of ITT publication.

Contract period

Initial framework term: 4 years (48 months) from October 2026. Up to 2 x 12-month optional extension periods, giving a maximum total term of 6 years (72 months).

Classification

CPV 45000000 — Construction work 45453100 — Refurbishment work45453000 — Overhaul and refurbishment work45442000 — Application work of protective coatings45310000 — Electrical installation work45421151 — Installation of fitted kitchens50700000 — Repair and maintenance services of building installations Scotland