How to win: CHIC Kitchen Materials Framework 2026-30

About this contract

This framework is being established to provide CHIC Members with compliant access to kitchen products, associated services and specialist kitchen solutions across a range of housing, asset management, refurbishment and development projects. The framework shall operate for a period of 4 years commencing in 2026 and expiring in 2030. The framework is divided into three Lots: • Lot 1 – Supply Only • Lot 2 – Supply and Manufacturer Fit (New build residential properties only) • Lot 3 – Design and Supply of Commercial / Communal Kitchen Products, Appliances and Catering Equipment The framework may be utilised by CHIC Members for: • Affordable Homes; • Shared Ownership Properties; • Repairs and Maintenance; • Void Properties; • Asset Management Programmes; • Planned Investment Programmes; • Refurbishment Programmes; • New Homes / New Build Residential Properties; • Commercial or Communal Kitchen Environments (Lot 3 only).

How to win contracts like this

• ✓Answer against the marking scheme, not the question text — Communities & Housing Investment Consortium Ltd (CHIC) scores each response, so map your evidence to the published criteria and weightings.
• ✓Lead with evidenced capability and social value — for goods work these usually outweigh price.
• ✓Show recent, comparable delivery: name similar goods contracts you've delivered for public bodies, with measurable outcomes.
• ✓Start early: it closes 20 October 2026 and a strong bid takes iteration.

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