Homes England - Independent Distribution Network Operator (IDNO) Led Integrated Utility Framework

Homes England requires the assessment, planning, design, delivery, ownership and maintenance of reliable utility infrastructure that meets the needs of diverse and complex small and large-scale residential led developments. To accelerate delivery, Homes England is seeking to create a framework to provide integrated power and water utility and services solutions to directly support the Agency's pipeline of residential led development and regeneration projects, led by an Independent Distribution Network Operator (IDNO). The value stated in this notice is based on the value we would expect to spend with Distribution Network Operators (DNOs) during the framework period. The type of procedure for procurement has not yet been finalised. It is also not known at this stage whether the framework will be divided into lots. Further information can be accessed via Home England's e-Tendering system. Those wishing to download and return a questionnaire for this opportunity should submit their response through our e-Tendering system. The envisaged Framework will be subject to Cabinet Office Spend Controls. Deadline for responses is Friday 14 March 2025 at 1pm. Additional information: The purpose of the Prior Information Notice ("PIN") is to issue a pre-market consultation questionnaire to understand the level of appetite within the market for the following Framework requirements. If not already registered, candidates should register on the Homes England eTendering system at https://procontract.due-north.com/Login Additional conditions regarding this early engagement: 1) This early engagement is not a call for competition and is not published to reduce time limits for the receipt of tenders 2) Homes England reserves the right not to commence any procurement or award any framework in respect of this notice 3) The information contained in this early engagement may be subject to change due to the impact of governance, assurance and regulatory changes. Insofar as permitted by law, Homes England shall not be liable for any losses incurred by any party as a result of reliance on the information contained/linked herein 4) Homes England reserve the right to include this requirement within alternative procurements 5) Failure to register an interest in connection with this early engagement shall not prevent an organisation from participating in a formal call for competition Please note, it is envisaged that the resultant procurement procedure that will follow will be under the Procurement Act 2023.