Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c1b-5f38-72cb-ab84-08d4d3727c4f/gb-trent-labour-only-trades-framework closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # GB-Trent: Labour-only Trades Framework [Stoke-on-Trent City Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/stoke-on-trent-city-council) Estimated value £500,000 to £1,000,000 Published 30 Jun 2017 Deadline Closed 7 Aug 2017 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Sets up a framework Winning a place does not guarantee work: contracts are awarded later as call-offs, and the list usually stays closed for years. - 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 ### Background Unitas Stoke-on-Trent Limited (Unitas) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Stoke-on-Trent City Council, which was established in March 2017 to deliver repairs and maintenance services for the Council's housing stock and public buildings, following the end of the current joint venture partnership with Kier Stoke Limited (Kier Stoke). The joint venture with Kier Stoke ends at midnight on 3 February 2018 at which point Unitas will commence delivering the services. ### Introduction A number of contractor frameworks are now being procured to support Unitas in the delivery of its repairs and maintenance obligations. This Framework, known as the Labour-only Trades Framework, is being procured to support Unitas in the delivery of its response repairs. Whilst Unitas will have directly employed tradespeople, it is important to procure competent tradespeople to assist during periods of peak demand. Contractors on this framework will be utilised on a labour only basis and paid on an agreed day rate. ### About the Labour-only Trades Framework There are 12 lots and contractors can apply for one or multiple lots. Up to five contractors will be appointed to each lot and works will be awarded on a rotational basis. Valid for four years, it is anticipated that the framework will commence on 4 September 2017, as Unitas has responsibility for some repairs and maintenance works which fall outside of the Kier Stoke Joint Venture. Both Stoke-on-Trent City Council and Unitas Stoke Ltd. will be able to utilise this framework. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. Stoke-on-Trent City Council and Unitas Stoke Ltd are seeking suitable individuals / organisations to appoint to: ### Labour-only Trades Framework A competitive tender exercise is being undertaken to seek suppliers for this requirement, so if you are interested in bidding please follow the instructions below to access our e-tendering portal. Supplier Instructions: How to Express Interest Bravo Project code: project\_19217 ### Bravo ITT code: itt\_30487 - Browse to the WMCoE eSourcing Portal: [iewm.bravosolution.co.uk](https://iewm.bravosolution.co.uk/sotandstaffordshireauthorities/) - Click the "Click here to register" link - Accept the terms and conditions and click "continue" - Enter your correct business and user details - Note the username you chose and click "save" when complete - You will receive an email with your unique password (keep this secure) - Login to the portal with the username/password - Click the "ITTs open to all suppliers" link. (These are ITTs open to any registered supplier) - Click on the relevant ITT to access the content - Click the "Express Interest" button in the "Actions" on the left-hand side of the page. This will move the ITT over to the "My ITTs" page. (This is a secure area reserved for your projects only) - Click on the ITT code, you can now access any attachments by clicking the "Settings and Buyer Attachments" in the "Actions" box on the left-hand side of the page - You can now choose to "Reply" or "Reject" - Note the deadline for completion, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the ITT If you require any further assistance the BravoSolution help desk is available Mon-Fri - 8am-6pm on: email: ### Telephone No: 0800 0698 630 Subject to agreement by Stoke-on-Trent City council and Unitas Stoke Ltd., this framework agreement will be open for use by other Contracting Authorities, specifically: Local Authorities ([webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk](http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20140727120113/http://local.direct.gov.uk/Data/)); educational establishments maintained by the Department for Education ([education.gov.uk/edubase/home.xhtml](http://www.education.gov.uk/edubase/home.xhtml)); and NHS bodies in England ([nhs.uk](http://www.nhs.uk/NHSEngland/thenhs/about/Pages/nhsstructure.aspx)). " Read full description ## CPV classification Plumbing and sanitary works Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/fbfdafb7-e57c-4490-aa7f-5ac25d194326) 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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