Scape announces £7Bn National Construction framework appointments

Scape Group has announced four companies to lead the procurement group’s new National Construction Framework.

Willmott Dixon, Robertson, Wates and Lendlease will act as lead contractors and be supported by an extensive supply chain of over 70,000 SMEs.

The framework, which replaces the National Major Works framework, has the highest value of any framework ever procured in the UK.

Scape says will help deliver a huge variety of projects including regeneration schemes, new primary and secondary schools, universities and colleges, hospitals, central government buildings and housing to keep up with the demand of the UK’s increasing population.

Mark Robinson, Scape Group Chief Executive, praised the qualities of the construction firms selected to lead the framework, citing their expertise and capacity to deliver current and future projects.

He commented: “The possible Brexit cost to the construction sector due to a loss of EU talent, the increased costs of building material imports and higher tariffs could be significant. Therefore a robust and stable delivery model led by strong contractors and supported by local enterprise, will be an important delivery option for the public sector as we progress through the next four years.

“The quality of our built environment underpins the economic growth and attractiveness of the UK from an inward investment perspective, so facilitating their delivery is vital to the health of the wider economy. The National Construction framework, structured with multiple lead contractors, ensures public sector bodies have capacity and expertise at their fingertips. Governed by our rigorous performance management processes, we will ensure that this framework, will continue our heritage of speed and quality of delivery, with social value sitting at the heart of project success.”

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