Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bb1-999a-71b6-8138-24cf2efc7d97/refurbishment-and-repairs-to-vacant-properties-voids awarded GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Refurbishment and Repairs to Vacant Properties (Voids) [Swindon Borough Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/swindon-borough-council) Estimated value £8,537,960 to £17,787,418 Published 12 Jul 2024 Deadline Closed 7 Jan 2025 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender Swindon Borough Council invites expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced service providers for the provision of refurbishment and repairs to vacant properties (Voids) from the Council's housing stock as properties are vacated. The Council has a housing stock of approximately 10,500 properties across the Borough, of which approximately 600 properties are void each year. Vacant properties may require refurbishment, general maintenance, repair and or improvements to return them for re-letting in line with Swindon's Re-let Standard. \\r \\r The works can range from minor repairs to major capital works requiring full property renovation, depending on the age of the property and condition upon return. The contract will also include refurbishment works to properties purchased by Swindon Borough Council on the open market to add to the Council's housing stock, to ensure these meet the necessary standards to enable letting by the Council.\\r \\r The estimated number of properties included in this contract will be 390 to 480 per year, divided between two Lots, with one Contractor appointed to each Lot. Lot details are summarised here, with additional details provided in the tender documents:\\r \\r - Lot 1 Provision of the services described to properties in north (excluding Stratton area) and west Swindon (SN5 postcode). Approximately 4,602 in-scope properties are located in the Lot 1 area, and the Council estimates that approximately 200 to 250 properties will be included in this Lot per annum. The volume is expected to increase year on year, as described in the procurement documents. The estimated value of Lot 1 over four years is £9,249,458, based on estimated values of £1.7m to £2.4m per year.\\r \\r - Lot 2 Provision of the services described to properties in south Swindon and the Stratton area. Approximately 4,195 in-scope properties are located in the Lot 2 area, and the Council estimates that approximately 187 to 230 properties will be included in this Lot per annum. The volume is expected to increase year on year, as described in the procurement documents. The estimated value of Lot 2 over four years is £8.537,961, based on estimated values of £1.6m to £2.2m per year.\\r \---\\r The contract form for both Lots will be the JCT Measured Term Contract.\\r \---\\r The NHF Schedule of Rates will be used (v8.1).\\r \---\\r The initial contract term will be three years, with an optional one year extension. Additional information: The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at [supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk](https://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk/) Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted electronically via [supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk](https://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk/) Read full description ## CPV classification Fitted kitchens Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/354686bf-8401-418c-8835-8cb253c769e1) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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