Fusion21 is currently preparing for the renewal of its Construction Framework. The framework will cover the provision of refurbishment and construction works for participating contracting authorities across the United Kingdom, in accordance with the objectives and requirements of the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23). Works may be delivered to the internal and external areas of any existing operational, residential, industrial or commercial assets, public buildings, and any other property and/or related assets owned, rented or leased by Members. This may include new build works, as well as any additional buildings, extensions, or alterations required by Members utilising the framework, or on property and related assets in which Members may have a current or future interest. The intended works will include, but will not be limited to: • Refurbishment • Regeneration • Stock Improvement Programmes • Fit-Out • Change of Use • Modernisation Upgrade Works • Extension of Existing Structures • Conversion of Existing Structures • Alterations to Existing Structures • New Builds • Extra Care Schemes • Roof Top Developments • Infill Developments • Housing Regeneration Schemes which include the Provision of Additional Housing Capacity Subject to the outcome of the market engagement process it is anticipated that the framework will consist of the following proposed core lots: Lot 1 – Housing Refurbishment Works and New Build Lot 2 – Non-domestic Construction, Refurbishment and New Build The framework aims to provide compliant, flexible, and a value for money route for contracting authorities to procure refurbishment and construction works. It will support both national and regional coverage, with opportunities for SMEs to participate. Successful suppliers will be required to demonstrate: • Relevant experience and technical capability in the construction works. • Compliance with the requirements of the Common Assessment Standard (CAS) and other Conditions of Participation • A commitment to sustainability and social value outcomes in line with the public benefit requirements of Procurement Act 2023. The framework will be established for a period of 4 years.

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Fusion21 is undertaking a pre-market engagement exercise ahead of the planned procurement of Construction Framework. The framework will support in procuring high-quality, sustainable refurbishment and construction works and deliver value for money, social value and environmental benefits. The primary aim of the market engagement is to seek supplier’s views to assist with and inform the following: • Consider and develop approach to procurement; • Consider the lotting structure, pricing mechanisms and geographical coverage of the framework to best meet the demands of our members; • Influence the design of the procedure, conditions of participation and award criteria; • Identify potential suppliers and ensure that the framework promotes fair access for SMEs and local suppliers, in line with PA23 objectives. • Generate interest amongst the supply base for the purpose of increasing competition at the bidding stage. Participation in this market engagement exercise is open to all suppliers with an interest or capability in delivering Construction & Refurbishment Framework across national and regional areas within the United Kingdom. Fusion21 welcomes the participation from: • Established suppliers currently providing construction works. • SMEs seeking to engage in public sector opportunities. This will be achieved by early supplier involvement to develop the proposed pricing model, framework scope, lotting structure, and value bandings, via the following methods: • We invite interested suppliers to provide feedback by completing the following survey: https://survey.hsforms.com/18H4LvaofRKm9_BJIdrDkkgboc1q • Virtual Webinar information session hosted by Fusion21 on 21 September 2026, 2pm to outline initial plans. Interested suppliers are invited to register their interest using this link: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/917ef58a-7daf-4b2b-9979-3a32affda317@0f3cc11b-9759-4db8-9d55-cd61194a6cab • Subject to demand and capacity, Individual 1-1 supplier discussions with interested parties to help inform and shape the new framework. A limited number will be made available and details will be made available in the webinar. Fusion21 plan to carry out supplier market engagement throughout September and October 2026 including a supplier webinar on 21 September 2026. The preliminary market engagement window will close on the 20 October 2026 with anticipated publication of tender by the end of November 2026. The new framework agreement scheduled to go live on 24th May 2027.