New tender opportunity for BHTA members in the home adaptations sector

BHTA members specialising in home adaptations are encouraged to review a new public sector tender opportunity announced by Trivallis, a community mutual housing association based in South Wales. The contract seeks experienced providers for the installation, servicing, repair, and maintenance of specialist adaptations including stairlifts, hoists, platform lifts, specialist baths, and specialist toilets.

Trivallis, which provides homes for approximately 25,000 people across Rhondda Cynon Taff, Cardiff Bay, and surrounding areas, is looking to appoint a contractor with proven expertise in delivering these essential services to support residents’ safety, independence, and wellbeing. The successful supplier will also be expected to deliver demonstrable social value as part of the contract.

Key details:

• Contract title: TRIV2025-09 Specialist Aids and Adaptations
• Estimated total value: £3,000,000 (excluding VAT)
• Contract duration: 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029, with a possible extension to 31 March 2031 (subject to performance)
• Procurement procedure: Open procedure
• Award criteria: Price (60 percent) / Quality (40 percent)

Interested organisations must demonstrate experience in specialist installations and maintenance within residential environments, along with a commitment to high-quality workmanship, reliability, and ethical service delivery.

Submission information:

• Tender portal: eTender Wales
• Enquiry deadline: 12pm on 22 January 2026
• Tender submission deadline: 12pm on 30 January 2026
• Estimated award date: 20 March 2026

BHTA members working in the adaptations sector are encouraged to review the full documentation and submit their applications via the eTender Wales platform before the deadline.