This Framework is set up to provide the Client with access to good, reliable Suppliers who can provide scaffolding services on an as and when required or scheduled basis.

The service comprises of a number of elements including, but not limited to:

• scaffold design;
• access scaffolding to elevations, lift shafts and the like, including fans, mesh screens, etc;
• structural scaffolding e.g. to party walls;
• birdcage scaffolding;
• cantilever access scaffolding;
• staircase platforms;
• primary loading platforms;
• travelling access platforms;
• support scaffolding and propping;
• crash decks;
• barriers and safety scaffolding; and
• hoists

The Framework will be in place for a period of 2 years, with the option to extend for 2 periods of 1 year (2 + 1 + 1 = maximum 4 years).

Projects will vary in value but as an indication (based on the last 12 months), they may be: £1-£10K (86%) £11K - £25K (5%) £26K - £50K (9%)

The Procurement will be conducted in 2 stages:

Stage 1 – Selection Stage – Bidders must meet all off the necessary selection criteria and provide answers to the questions asked. The questions will be marked by a panel and the top 7 scoring Bidders will progress on to Stage 2.

Stage 2 – Award Stage – Bidders will be evaluated on their submitted prices and answers to specific quality questions in order to achieve a price/quality score. The top 3 scoring Bidders will be invited to enter the Framework.

Visit the Delta eSourcing website (www.delta-esourcing.com) and register your interest in the project by clicking the link above.

The access code for this opportunity is V8GZT3J926

Once you have registered your interest, you will be able to access all of the procurement documents and complete the Selection Questionnaire (SQ), directly on the Delta website.

Delta eSourcing is Arc Partnership and SCAPE’s preferred eTendering portal.

It is a web-based service that Suppliers and Contractors can use to access Public Procurements, FREE OF CHARGE.

All the tender documents for this opportunity can be accessed on the website and Bidders responses can be uploaded to the site securely.

To help with transparency and openness, Arc Partnership cannot access the submitted documents until the closing date has lapsed.

Delta also offer full, technical support, guidance and training to Suppliers.

For further information on Delta eSourcing as a Supplier, please visit:

https://www.delta-esourcing.com/suppliers/

Please note: No warranty is given to the Supplier by neither SCAPE or Arc Property Services Partnership Ltd (the Client) as to the amount (if any) or nature of the service and/or work which may be required to be carried out by the Supplier during the Framework Contract period and no claim for compensation either contractual or otherwise will be accepted in respect of any variation in the volume of the work.