Windows, Doors & Associated Works - Manufacturer Only
LHC Procurement Group for the Welsh Procurement Alliance (WPA)Estimated Value
Up to £325,000,000
Deadline
17 July 2026
Published
11 June 2026
Type
Not specified
Overview
INFORMATION NOTICE ONLY This notice is published for market awareness purposes for suppliers operating in Wales. The procurement itself is being conducted under the Procurement Act 2023 and the full Contract Notice, procurement documents and lot structure are contained within the Find a Tender Service (FTS) notice reference 2026/S 000-055383.
Interested suppliers should access the opportunity and register their interest via the LHCPG eTendering portal as detailed within the FTS notice. LHC Procurement Group (LHCPG) intends to establish the Windows, Doors & Associated Works (WD3) Framework.
This framework is intended for organisations with their own manufacturing capability and is not open to installation contractors or distributors without manufacturing facilities. This notice is provided for information and market awareness purposes for suppliers operating in Wales.
Regulations cited
- Procurement Act 2023
Additional details
The procurement is being conducted under the Procurement Act 2023 and the full procurement documentation, including the Contract Notice and Invitation to Tender, is available via Find a Tender Service (FTS). Interested suppliers should access the procurement documents and register their interest through the LHCPG eTendering portal using the details contained within the FTS notice.
Reference: 2026/S 000-055383 Estimated Framework Value: 325,000,000M Framework Duration: 4 years with an option to extend for up to 12 months. Lots: • Lot 1 – PVC-U Windows and Doors • Lot 2 – Timber Windows and Doors • Lot 3 – Aluminium Windows and Doors • Lot 4 – Aluminium-Clad Timber Windows and Doors • Lot 5 – Steel and Stainless-Steel Windows and Doors
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The LHC Procurement Group is setting up a £325 million framework to buy windows and doors from manufacturers across Wales over 4 years. This is open only to companies that actually make these products themselves — not installers or resellers.
Requirements
- Must have your own manufacturing capability (in-house production facilities)
- Cannot be an installation contractor or distributor without manufacturing
- Must be registered and able to bid through the LHCPG eTendering portal
- Must operate in Wales or be able to supply to Wales
- Bid must be submitted via Find a Tender Service (FTS) using reference 2026/S 000-055383
- Supplier must select which lot(s) they can manufacture: PVC-U, Timber, Aluminium, Aluminium-Clad Timber, or Steel/Stainless-Steel
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Manufacture and supply PVC-U windows and doors (Lot 1)
- Manufacture and supply timber windows and doors (Lot 2)
- Manufacture and supply aluminium windows and doors (Lot 3)
- Manufacture and supply aluminium-clad timber windows and doors (Lot 4)
- Manufacture and supply steel and stainless-steel windows and doors (Lot 5)
How to Read This Tender
- 1This is an 'information notice' — it's telling the market what's coming. The real tender documents and how to bid are on the Find a Tender Service website using reference 2026/S 000-055383. Go there to get the full details and register.
- 2There are 5 separate lots (product types). You can bid for one lot, several lots, or all of them depending on what you manufacture. Check which lots match your factory capabilities.
- 3The framework value is £325 million over 4 years — this is what the buyer expects to spend across all suppliers and all lots combined, not what each supplier will get. Your actual contract value will depend on demand.
- 4The Procurement Act 2023 applies — this is different from the old Public Contracts Regulations, so read the FTS documents carefully for any new rules or processes you're not familiar with.
- 5The 4-year framework can be extended by up to 12 months, meaning if you win, you could have work for up to 5 years total. Check the FTS notice for renewal terms and conditions.
Tips for Small Businesses
- This is a 'manufacturer only' framework — if you're a small maker competing against large factories, highlight your unique selling points (bespoke designs, faster lead times, quality certifications, local Welsh production). Bigger competitors will bid on price, so differentiate on service or specialisation.
- Even if you can't bid for all 5 lots, bid for the ones where you're strongest. A specialist timber window maker doesn't need to stretch into aluminium to be competitive — quality in one lot beats weak bids across all lots.
- Consider whether you have the production capacity to fulfill orders from a £325 million framework. If you win multiple lots or get high demand, can your factory scale up? Be realistic in your bid about what you can deliver, or you risk penalties for non-performance.
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LHC Procurement Group for the Welsh Procurement Alliance (WPA)Key Dates
Published
11 June 2026
Submission deadline
17 July 2026
Notice type
Contract notice
Source
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