AwardedAwarded 16 September 2026

Repairs and Maintenance Services and Works

Great Places Housing Group · Housing

In brief

Great Places Housing Group awarded construction and building maintenance work to Cara E P S Limited, T Gilmartin Ltd and The Dwelling Doctors Limited and 6 others on 16 September 2026.

The notice gives a value of £20,600,031 excluding VAT.

It is split into 28 lots, so a supplier can bid for part of the work.

The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.

Built from the notice's own fields. Always check the official notice before you bid.

What the notice says

Great Places Housing Group (GPHG) is seeking contractors for Repairs and Maintenance Services and Works. Scope covers reactive, standard void repairs, complex void, disrepair, major works, refurbishment and replacement works and services to any Great Places property. Emergency call-out within four hours is also required for Lots 1, 3, 5,7. Lots will be split by trade and region: 1 Multi-trade 2 Damp works 3 Electrical 4 Clean, Clear & Gardens 5 Drainage 6 Scaffolding 7 Roofing A) North -includes North Greater Manchester, Lancashire, South Cumbria, and northern Merseyside. B) South - includes South and East Greater Manchester, Cheshire, South Yorkshire, North Staffordshire, and Derbyshire. An optional sub-Lot C will assess most advantageous tender for sub-Lot A & B combined. Sub-Lot C values are estimated on the total of A & B and included in the 'Description' of each Lot. Further clarity is in the ITT. The full extent of regions is covered in the map provided in the Associated Tender Documents. Bidders should not rely on these descriptions only. GPHG envisages flexibility from suppliers to work across regions, to manage capacity and on-time delivery. There is no guarantee of volume nor any exclusivity.

Lots

LotTradeValue
Multi-trade Lot (North)
13 October 2026 to 13 October 2031
What this lot covers

Multi-trade expected to include (but is not limited to) repairs, replacement, installations and associated services, supply and works for building maintenance, whole property refurbishment, voids, roofing, drainage, grounds maintenance, groundworks, kitchen and bathrooms, doors and windows, decoration, joinery, electrical and plumbing. 24/7 365 days per year emergency call-out within 4 hours is expected for plumbing, drainage and roofing. This region covers the GPHG North Region: includes North Greater Manchester, Lancashire, South Cumbria, and northern Merseyside.

Construction, Building maintenance and repairs£3,829,167
Multi-trade Lot (South)
13 October 2026 to 13 October 2031
What this lot covers

Multi-trade expected to include (but is not limited to) repairs, replacement, installations and associated services, supply and works for building maintenance, whole property refurbishment, voids, roofing, drainage, grounds maintenance, groundworks, kitchen and bathrooms, doors and windows, decoration, joinery, electrical and plumbing. 24/7 365 days per year emergency call-out within 4 hours is expected for plumbing, drainage and roofing. This region covers the GPHG 'South' region - includes: South and East Greater Manchester, Cheshire, South Yorkshire, North Staffordshire, and Derbyshire.

Construction, Building maintenance and repairs£6,520,000
Lot 3——
Lot 4——
Damp works (North)
13 October 2026 to 13 October 2031
What this lot covers

Provision of all damp-related works, associated joinery, and decorative repairs. Services include supply, installation, maintenance, and repair on both a reactive and planned basis, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and sector best practice. The damp works contractor is expected to identify and resolve moisture-related issues promptly and effectively, restore properties to a safe, habitable, and lettable standard and prevent recurrence of damp and mould in line with Awaabs Law. The scope includes but is not limited to interior and exterior damp treatments, mould removal, rising damp treatments, damp proofing, specialist painting, plastering and general joinery such as fixing window and door fittings (internal and external) and fixing and restoring wooden structures and furniture. This region covers the GPHG North Region: includes North Greater Manchester, Lancashire, South Cumbria, and northern Merseyside.

Construction, Building maintenance and repairs£962,500
Damp works (South)
13 October 2026 to 13 October 2031
What this lot covers

Provision of all damp-related works, associated joinery, and decorative repairs. Services include supply, installation, maintenance, and repair on both a reactive and planned basis, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and sector best practice. The damp works contractor is expected to identify and resolve moisture-related issues promptly and effectively, restore properties to a safe, habitable, and lettable standard and prevent recurrence of damp and mould in line with Awaabs Law. The scope includes but is not limited to interior and exterior damp treatments, mould removal, rising damp treatments, damp proofing, specialist painting, plastering and general joinery such as fixing window and door fittings (internal and external) and fixing and restoring wooden structures and furniture. This region covers the GPHG 'South' region - includes: South and East Greater Manchester, Cheshire, South Yorkshire, North Staffordshire, and Derbyshire.

Construction, Building maintenance and repairs£1,329,167
Damp works (Combined)
13 October 2026 to 13 October 2031
What this lot covers

ACTUAL LOT ESTIMATE: £2,751,000 (combining Lot A and Lot B). Provision of all damp-related works, associated joinery, and decorative repairs. Services include supply, installation, maintenance, and repair on both a reactive and planned basis, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and sector best practice. The damp works contractor is expected to identify and resolve moisture-related issues promptly and effectively, restore properties to a safe, habitable, and lettable standard and prevent recurrence of damp and mould in line with Awaabs Law. The scope includes but is not limited to interior and exterior damp treatments, mould removal, rising damp treatments, damp proofing, specialist painting, plastering and general joinery such as fixing window and door fittings (internal and external) and fixing and restoring wooden structures and furniture. This region covers the GPHG 'Combined' region, covering the GPHG North Region: includes North Greater Manchester, Lancashire, South Cumbria, and northern Merseyside; and the GPHG 'South' region: includes South and East Greater Manchester, Cheshire, South Yorkshire, North Staffordshire, and Derbyshire.

Construction, Building maintenance and repairs£5
Lot 8——
Electrical (North)
13 October 2026 to 13 October 2031
What this lot covers

Provision of electrical services on an emergency, reactive and planned basis for supply, installation, maintenance, repairs and testing across GPHG properties. Contractors will ensure the safety, compliance, and functionality of electrical systems in line with all relevant regulations and standards. The scope includes, but is not limited to, carrying out Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) including appliances, diagnosing and repairing faults in wiring, outlets, switches, and other components, upgrading consumer units, wiring, lighting, and fixtures, and installing safety devices such as circuit breakers, surge protection, smoke detectors, and ventilation systems. 24/7 365 days per year emergency call-out within 4 hours is expected. This region covers the GPHG North Region: includes North Greater Manchester, Lancashire, South Cumbria, and northern Merseyside.

Construction, Building maintenance and repairs£1,042,500
Electrical (South)
13 October 2026 to 13 October 2031
What this lot covers

Provision of electrical services on an emergency, reactive and planned basis for supply, installation, maintenance, repairs and testing across GPHG properties. Contractors will ensure the safety, compliance, and functionality of electrical systems in line with all relevant regulations and standards. The scope includes, but is not limited to, carrying out Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) including appliances, diagnosing and repairing faults in wiring, outlets, switches, and other components, upgrading consumer units, wiring, lighting, and fixtures, and installing safety devices such as circuit breakers, surge protection, smoke detectors, and ventilation systems. 24/7 365 days per year emergency call-out within 4 hours is expected. This region covers the GPHG 'South' region - includes: South and East Greater Manchester, Cheshire, South Yorkshire, North Staffordshire, and Derbyshire.

Construction, Building maintenance and repairs£1,564,167
Electrical (Combined)
13 October 2026 to 13 October 2031
What this lot covers

ACTUAL LOT ESTIMATE: £3,128,000 (combining Lot A and Lot B). Provision of electrical services on an emergency, reactive and planned basis for supply, installation, maintenance, repairs and testing across GPHG properties. Contractors will ensure the safety, compliance, and functionality of electrical systems in line with all relevant regulations and standards. The scope includes, but is not limited to, carrying out Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) including appliances, diagnosing and repairing faults in wiring, outlets, switches, and other components, upgrading consumer units, wiring, lighting, and fixtures, and installing safety devices such as circuit breakers, surge protection, smoke detectors, and ventilation systems. 24/7 365 days per year emergency call-out within 4 hours is expected. This region covers the GPHG 'Combined' region, covering the GPHG North Region: includes North Greater Manchester, Lancashire, South Cumbria, and northern Merseyside; and the GPHG 'South' region: includes South and East Greater Manchester, Cheshire, South Yorkshire, North Staffordshire, and Derbyshire.

Construction, Building maintenance and repairs£5
Lot 12——
Clean, Clear and Gardens (North)
13 September 2026 to 13 October 2031
What this lot covers

Delivery of cleaning, clearance, and grounds maintenance services on a Reactive and planned basis, including supply, maintenance, minor repairs and works. Services encompass all aspects of internal and external cleaning and clearance to maintain safe, hygienic, and presentable environment. Indoor works include, but are not limited to, needle sweeps, deep and sparkle cleans, and removal of unwanted items, furniture, debris, and waste. Outdoor works include but are not limited to, clearing overgrown gardens, mowing lawns, trimming hedges, pruning shrubs, installing or repairing fencing, groundworks cleaning gutters and windows, and removing bulky waste or fly-tipped items from communal and public areas. Contractors must hold a valid waste carrier's licence. This region covers the GPHG North Region: includes North Greater Manchester, Lancashire, South Cumbria, and northern Merseyside.

Construction, Building maintenance and repairs£134,167
Clean, Clear and Gardens (South)
13 September 2026 to 13 October 2031
What this lot covers

Delivery of cleaning, clearance, and grounds maintenance services on a Reactive and planned basis, including supply, maintenance, minor repairs and works. Services encompass all aspects of internal and external cleaning and clearance to maintain safe, hygienic, and presentable environment. Indoor works include, but are not limited to, needle sweeps, deep and sparkle cleans, and removal of unwanted items, furniture, debris, and waste. Outdoor works include but are not limited to, clearing overgrown gardens, mowing lawns, trimming hedges, pruning shrubs, installing or repairing fencing, groundworks cleaning gutters and windows, and removing bulky waste or fly-tipped items from communal and public areas. Contractors must hold a valid waste carrier's licence. This region covers the GPHG 'South' region - includes: South and East Greater Manchester, Cheshire, South Yorkshire, North Staffordshire, and Derbyshire.

Construction, Building maintenance and repairs£403,333
Clean, Clear and Gardens (Combined)
13 September 2026 to 13 October 2031
What this lot covers

ACTUAL LOT ESTIMATE: £645,000 (Combined Lot A and B). Delivery of cleaning, clearance, and grounds maintenance services on a Reactive and planned basis, including supply, maintenance, minor repairs and works. Services encompass all aspects of internal and external cleaning and clearance to maintain safe, hygienic, and presentable environment. Indoor works include, but are not limited to, needle sweeps, deep and sparkle cleans, and removal of unwanted items, furniture, debris, and waste. Outdoor works include but are not limited to, clearing overgrown gardens, mowing lawns, trimming hedges, pruning shrubs, installing or repairing fencing, groundworks cleaning gutters and windows, and removing bulky waste or fly-tipped items from communal and public areas. Contractors must hold a valid waste carrier's licence. This region covers the GPHG 'Combined' region, covering the GPHG North Region: includes North Greater Manchester, Lancashire, South Cumbria, and northern Merseyside; and the GPHG 'South' region: includes South and East Greater Manchester, Cheshire, South Yorkshire, North Staffordshire, and Derbyshire.

Construction, Building maintenance and repairs£5
Lot 16——
Drainage (North)
13 September 2026 to 13 October 2031
What this lot covers

Provision of drainage services on an emergency, reactive and planned basis, including supply, installation, maintenance, repairs and works. Contractors will deliver all aspects of drainage works to ensure effective water flow, prevent flooding, and mitigate water damage. Services include inspecting and cleaning drains and gutters, removing blockages, and repairing or replacing damaged drainage systems, including any necessary excavation, groundworks and plumbing tasks. 24/7 365 days per year emergency call-out within 4 hours is expected. This region covers the GPHG North Region: includes North Greater Manchester, Lancashire, South Cumbria, and northern Merseyside.

Construction, Building maintenance and repairs£1,371,667
Drainage (South)
13 September 2026 to 13 October 2031
What this lot covers

Provision of drainage services on an emergency, reactive and planned basis, including supply, installation, maintenance, repairs and works. Contractors will deliver all aspects of drainage works to ensure effective water flow, prevent flooding, and mitigate water damage. Services include inspecting and cleaning drains and gutters, removing blockages, and repairing or replacing damaged drainage systems, including any necessary excavation, groundworks and plumbing tasks. 24/7 365 days per year emergency call-out within 4 hours is expected. This region covers the GPHG 'South' region - includes: South and East Greater Manchester, Cheshire, South Yorkshire, North Staffordshire, and Derbyshire.

Construction, Building maintenance and repairs£915,000
Drainage (Combined)
13 September 2026 to 13 October 2031
What this lot covers

ACTUAL LOT ESTIMATE: £2,744,000 (Combined Lot A and B). Provision of drainage services on an emergency, reactive and planned basis, including supply, installation, maintenance, repairs and works. Contractors will deliver all aspects of drainage works to ensure effective water flow, prevent flooding, and mitigate water damage. Services include inspecting and cleaning drains and gutters, removing blockages, and repairing or replacing damaged drainage systems, including any necessary excavation, groundworks and plumbing tasks. 24/7 365 days per year emergency call-out within 4 hours is expected. This region covers the GPHG 'Combined' region, covering the GPHG North Region: includes North Greater Manchester, Lancashire, South Cumbria, and northern Merseyside; and the GPHG 'South' region: includes South and East Greater Manchester, Cheshire, South Yorkshire, North Staffordshire, and Derbyshire.

Construction, Building maintenance and repairs£5
Lot 20——
Scaffolding (North)
13 September 2026 to 13 October 2031
What this lot covers

Supply, installation, security and dismantling of scaffolding structures to provide safe access to elevated work areas on domestic dwellings and other buildings. Services include delivery, erection, and removal of scaffolding, as well as routine safety checks throughout the project to ensure stability and compliance with relevant regulations. Contractors will advise on the most appropriate scaffolding solutions for each project, considering factors such as building design, height, and duration of works. The objective is to enable safe and secure working conditions for operatives while protecting residents and property. This region covers the GPHG North Region: includes North Greater Manchester, Lancashire, South Cumbria, and northern Merseyside.

Construction, Building maintenance and repairs£309,167
Scaffolding (South)
13 September 2026 to 13 October 2031
What this lot covers

Supply, installation, security and dismantling of scaffolding structures to provide safe access to elevated work areas on domestic dwellings and other buildings. Services include delivery, erection, and removal of scaffolding, as well as routine safety checks throughout the project to ensure stability and compliance with relevant regulations. Contractors will advise on the most appropriate scaffolding solutions for each project, considering factors such as building design, height, and duration of works. The objective is to enable safe and secure working conditions for operatives while protecting residents and property. This region covers the GPHG 'South' region - includes: South and East Greater Manchester, Cheshire, South Yorkshire, North Staffordshire, and Derbyshire.

Construction, Building maintenance and repairs£252,500
Scaffolding (Combined)
13 September 2026 to 13 October 2031
What this lot covers

ACTUAL LOT ESTIMATE: £674,000 (Combined Lot A and B) Supply, installation, security and dismantling of scaffolding structures to provide safe access to elevated work areas on domestic dwellings and other buildings. Services include delivery, erection, and removal of scaffolding, as well as routine safety checks throughout the project to ensure stability and compliance with relevant regulations. Contractors will advise on the most appropriate scaffolding solutions for each project, considering factors such as building design, height, and duration of works. The objective is to enable safe and secure working conditions for operatives while protecting residents and property. This region covers the GPHG 'Combined' region, covering the GPHG North Region: includes North Greater Manchester, Lancashire, South Cumbria, and northern Merseyside; and the GPHG 'South' region: includes South and East Greater Manchester, Cheshire, South Yorkshire, North Staffordshire, and Derbyshire.

Construction, Building maintenance and repairs£5
Lot 24——
Roofing (North)
13 September 2026 to 13 October 2031
What this lot covers

Provision of roofing services for domestic properties on an emergency, reactive, and planned basis, including supply, installation, maintenance, repairs and works. Services include minor repairs, full roof replacements, repairs to pitched and flat roofs, and associated works such as guttering, soffits, fascias, and roofline components. Non-domestic properties may occasionally be required on a quoted basis. Contractors will ensure all works meet relevant safety and quality standards, providing durable and weatherproof solutions to maintain property integrity. 24/7 365 days per year emergency call-out within 4 hours is expected. This region covers the GPHG North Region: includes North Greater Manchester, Lancashire, South Cumbria, and northern Merseyside.

Construction, Building maintenance and repairs£688,333
Roofing (South)
13 September 2026 to 13 October 2031
What this lot covers

Provision of roofing services for domestic properties on an emergency, reactive, and planned basis, including supply, installation, maintenance, repairs and works. Services include minor repairs, full roof replacements, repairs to pitched and flat roofs, and associated works such as guttering, soffits, fascias, and roofline components. Non-domestic properties may occasionally be required on a quoted basis. Contractors will ensure all works meet relevant safety and quality standards, providing durable and weatherproof solutions to maintain property integrity. 24/7 365 days per year emergency call-out within 4 hours is expected. This region covers the GPHG 'South' region - includes: South and East Greater Manchester, Cheshire, South Yorkshire, North Staffordshire, and Derbyshire.

Construction, Building maintenance and repairs£1,278,333
Roofing (Combined)
13 September 2026 to 13 October 2031
What this lot covers

ACTUAL LOT ESTIMATE: £2,360,000 (Combined Lot A and B) Provision of roofing services for domestic properties on an emergency, reactive, and planned basis, including supply, installation, maintenance, repairs and works. Services include minor repairs, full roof replacements, repairs to pitched and flat roofs, and associated works such as guttering, soffits, fascias, and roofline components. Non-domestic properties may occasionally be required on a quoted basis. Contractors will ensure all works meet relevant safety and quality standards, providing durable and weatherproof solutions to maintain property integrity. 24/7 365 days per year emergency call-out within 4 hours is expected. This region covers the GPHG 'Combined' region, covering the GPHG North Region: includes North Greater Manchester, Lancashire, South Cumbria, and northern Merseyside; and the GPHG 'South' region: includes South and East Greater Manchester, Cheshire, South Yorkshire, North Staffordshire, and Derbyshire.

Construction, Building maintenance and repairs£5
Lot 28——

Who won

WinnerLotValueDates
Not statedDamp works (North), Damp works (South), Electrical (North), Electrical (South), Clean, Clear and Gardens (North), Clean, Clear and Gardens (South), Drainage (North), Drainage (South), Scaffolding (North), Scaffolding (South), Roofing (North), Roofing (South)—
Cara E P S Limited (SME)
2 bids received
Multi-trade Lot (North)£3,236,545
Awarded 30 June 2026
T Gilmartin Ltd
8 bids received
Multi-trade Lot (South)£6,571,845
Awarded 30 June 2026
21 September 2026 to 20 September 2031
The Dwelling Doctors Limited (SME)
9 bids received
Damp works (Combined)£1,880,115
Awarded 30 June 2026
21 September 2026 to 20 September 2031
NRT Building Services Group Limited (SME)
20 bids received
Electrical (Combined)£1,836,221
Awarded 30 June 2026
21 September 2026 to 20 September 2031
Rigford LTD (SME)
10 bids received
Clean, Clear and Gardens (Combined)£385,438
Awarded 30 June 2026
21 September 2026 to 20 September 2031
Draincare Manchester Ltd (SME)
11 bids received
Drainage (Combined)£1,376,858
Awarded 30 June 2026
21 September 2026 to 20 September 2031
Security and Fire Experts Limited (SME)
3 bids received
Scaffolding (Combined)£536,889
Awarded 30 June 2026
21 September 2026 to 20 September 2031
M & J Group (Construction & Roofing) Ltd
8 bids received
Roofing (Combined)£1,589,533
Awarded 30 June 2026
21 September 2026 to 20 September 2031
Gos Heating Limited (SME)
2 bids received
Multi-trade Lot (North)£3,938,697
Awarded 24 August 2026
21 September 2026 to 20 September 2031

Values as the award notice gives them, excluding VAT where stated.

Timeline

  1. Tender notice · UK4, notice 014755-2026
  2. Tender notice · UK4, notice 016863-2026
  3. Contract award notice · UK6, notice 066658-2026
  4. Procurement termination notice · UK12, notice 080243-2026
  5. Contract award notice · UK6, notice 080256-2026
  6. Contract details notice · UK7, notice 084669-2026
  7. Contract details notice · UK7, notice 087601-2026

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From notice 014755-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 18 February 2026, last updated 16 September 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.