BHTA members involved in home adaptations and accessibility works may be interested in a £3.9 million framework from Stoke-on-Trent City Council, which is seeking up to three contractors to deliver alterations at council-owned properties.

Tender overview

The framework covers level access showers, bathroom and kitchen adaptations, door widening, handrail installation, and ramped access. The works will be delivered under a JCT 2024 Measured Term Contract.

Key details

• Reference: CRN/2026/176
• Estimated value: £3,900,000 excluding VAT
• Duration: Four years, from 1 October 2026 to 30 September 2030

The procurement is being conducted as a below-threshold open competition.

Eligibility and evaluation

This tender is suitable for home adaptation contractors able to deliver accessibility alterations within occupied or council-owned residential properties.

The notice states that bids will be assessed using a below-threshold evaluation. Further details of the award criteria are available in the tender documents.

How to apply

Tender documents and submission instructions are available through the ProContract tendering portal.

Tenders must be submitted electronically by 12pm on 17 July 2026.

Enquiries can be directed to Faye Smith at faye.smith@stoke.gov.uk.

BHTA members involved in home adaptations, accessibility equipment, stairlifts, through-floor lifts, hoists, and related installation services are encouraged to review a new framework opportunity from City of Doncaster Council.

The council is seeking to establish an open framework to support delivery of Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) housing adaptations, alongside existing adaptations delivered for St Leger Homes of Doncaster. The framework will cover works across Barnsley, Doncaster, and Rotherham.

Tender overview

City of Doncaster Council is looking to appoint multiple contractors across a housing adaptations framework. There is no limit on the number of contractors that can be appointed to each lot, and suppliers may apply for one or more lots.

The framework is divided into nine lots overall. The relevant lots for BHTA members are listed below.

Key details

• Reference: 100111661 – 1240
• Value: £36,960,000 including VAT
• Duration: 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2034
• Procedure: Open procedure

Scope

The works are intended to improve accessibility, safety, independence, and usability for residents, including people returning home from hospital or requiring adaptations to support care at home.

Relevant lots include:

• Lot 1: Minor adaptations: supply, installation, commissioning, testing, and completion of minor adaptations.
• Lot 2: Bathroom adaptations: redesign and modification of existing bathroom facilities to support independence and safe personal care.
• Lot 3: Kitchen adaptations: adjustments to existing kitchens, or full kitchen redesigns.
• Lot 4: Housing adaptations: minor adjustments or significant internal layout changes to improve accessibility, safety, and usability.
• Lot 6: Accessibility adaptations: permanent concrete ramps, semi-permanent modular metal ramps, handrails, grab rails, hardstanding, and driveways.
• Lot 7: Stairlifts, through-floor lifts, and hoists: supply, installation, commissioning, testing, and maintenance of stairlifts, through-floor lifts, and ceiling or portable hoists.
• Lot 8: Safe spaces: installation of padded wall systems, secure door and window features, half-doors, and other protective measures designed to minimise injury and improve safety.

Framework operation

Once the first framework is established, a new framework is expected to open annually, enabling new contractors to apply. Existing contractors may be able to passport onto a new framework if their documentation remains up to date.

Admission to the framework does not guarantee any minimum or maximum volume or value of work. Contractors admitted to the framework will need to complete City of Doncaster Council’s quality assurance process before taking part in mini competitions or receiving direct call-offs.

Call-offs may be made with or without competition. Mini competitions are expected to be the main route, although direct awards may also be made using a taxi-rank system.

Eligibility and evaluation

This tender is suitable for SMEs, as well as larger providers, able to deliver housing adaptations, accessibility equipment, lifts, hoists, and related installation, maintenance, and support services.

The evaluation weighting is quality questions 80 percent and pricing schedule 20 percent.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted electronically via YORtender.

The deadline for both enquiries and submissions is 12pm on 23 July 2026.

Enquiries can be sent to City of Doncaster Council’s strategic procurement team at strategicprocurementteam@doncaster.gov.uk.

BHTA members specialising in home adaptations and accessibility works are encouraged to consider a new framework tender opportunity issued by the City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council.

The council is seeking to establish a framework agreement for the delivery of minor property adaptations designed to assist residents with mobility and independent living needs. The opportunity is particularly relevant to members involved in the installation of grab rails, ramps, and related accessibility improvements.

Tender overview

The framework will cover a range of small-scale adaptations, including both internal and external works. The total estimated value of the contract is £1.4 million (excluding VAT) over an initial two-year term, with the option to extend for up to a further two years, bringing the potential total duration to four years. The anticipated contract period runs from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2028, with possible extensions to 31 March 2030.

Up to 20 suppliers will be appointed to the framework, which will operate through further competition or direct award under call-off arrangements. The framework will be used exclusively by Bradford Council.

Scope of works

The framework is divided into five lots:

• Lot 1 – Rails for inside use: Supply and fitting of handrails, grab rails, and stair or banister rails within domestic properties.
• Lot 2 – Rails for outside use: Installation of galvanised tubular handrails and other external fittings for pathways, steps, and entrances.
• Lot 3 – Steps and ramps for outside use: Construction of small concrete ramps and steps to improve external access, including modifications to step height or tread depth.
• Lot 4 – Plumbing works: Minor plumbing tasks such as fitting lever taps and other accessibility-related installations.
• Lot 5 – Electrical works: Small-scale electrical work, including the installation of sensor lights, accessible switches and sockets, or induction loops.

Supplier information and evaluation

The framework is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Contracts will be awarded based on price (60 percent) and quality and social value (40 percent). The council will use an open procedure for selection.

How to apply

Interested organisations should submit their tenders electronically via the UK e-Tendering Portal.

Enquiry deadline: 4pm on 16 February 2026
Tender submission deadline: 4pm on 23 February 2026
Estimated award date: 11 March 2026

For further information, contact:
Julie Holmes, Procurement Officer
City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council
Email: julie.holmes@bradford.gov.uk
Tel: 01274 437867