Repairs Maintenance and Voids - Market Engagement ONLY

Description

*This is a market engagement exercise only* Orbit plans to run a new procurement exercise in 2025/26 in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 and public procurement regulations. This will lead to the appointment of partners to deliver repairs, maintenance and void refurbishment works (the Services) to Orbit’s housing stock in the Midlands, South and East of England. The duration of the contract has not yet been determined however it is estimated that this will be c. £225 million over a potential 5 year period. We are exploring a range of options ranging from 3 years to 5 years to a maximum 10 year period subject to annual break clauses and potential extensions. The aim is to award contracts to enable a smooth transition from current commercial arrangements due to expire 31st March 2027. The planned start date for the new contracts is 1st April 2027. Orbit will conduct a Competitive Flexible Procurement in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 to appoint contractors, and this is currently programmed to commence in October 2025, with the contracts being awarded by the end of September 2026. Orbit recognise the value and risk mitigation and benefits of affording a contract mobilisation period of at least 6 months, within the procurement timetable. Further information can be found in the market engagement brief. Keywords: Repairs