Landscape and External Works Framework 2023-27

The current generation of the Landscape and External Works Framework (L&EW 2019-23) will expire on 15th September 2023. The Authority (Hampshire County Council) plan to put in place a successor framework (L&EW 2023-27) to deliver landscaping, outdoor works, and small agricultural buildings projects in Hampshire and neighbouring Counties for the period 2023-2027. The current L&EW 2019-23 framework delivers an option for Hampshire County Council, and other local public authorities, to call off a broad range of landscaping and external works. The new framework is an evolution of the previous iteration, retaining the diverse range of projects, while adding some new capabilities. This Prior Information Notice is intended to advise interested suppliers of an Information Day Event to be held on Tuesday 25th April at 14:00 to 16:00. The Information Day will involve a presentation and Q&A session online and hosted via Eventbrite at the following link. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/landscape-and-external-works-framework-information-day-tickets-609385948777 The event will describe the lot structure with typical project types, the scope of the framework, quality objectives, how pricing and call-off options operate, the bid process, and timeline. The proposed lot structure is as follows: Lot 1: Small General Works - 5 Suppliers Lot 2: Larger General Works/Civils - 6 Suppliers Lot 3: Bridges, Structures and Pathways - 4 Suppliers Lot 4: Habitat and Recreation - 4 Suppliers Lot 5: Agricultural Buildings - 2 Suppliers Lot 6: Sports and Play Facilities - 2 Suppliers For Lots 1 and 2, only one may be applied for by each supplier. This is to ensure a broad breadth of suppliers most suitable for the project types is encouraged to apply for the most suitable lot while retaining a larger supplier base for busy periods. All other lots are open, without exclusion, to interested parties, including those who apply to lots 1 or 2. Rotational Direct Award (to a value limit) will be available on each lot, whilst retaining a mini-competition option for when required. This ensures each supplier will have equal opportunities to be awarded work. Projects above the limit will be on a mini-competition basis. This framework, due to the lot structure, would suit a broad range of suppliers, e.g. lot 1 would suit suppliers with flexibility to deliver emergent projects and rectification, while lot 2 would suit those with a regional presence to deliver larger, or more complex projects.