17 Chase ￡40m Sussex Framework

摘要

Rok building and Mitie are among 17 firms on the shortlist for the ￡40m Sussex-wide framework for smaller public works. The four-year framework for public sector schemes ranging between ￡100,000 and ￡750,000 is aimed at local firms. Almost all of the contenders are regional contractors based in the Sussex area. East Sussex Council, which is leading the procurement of the framework, is planning to appoint between eight and 12 contractors to the deal. Framework manager Paul Benford said using local suppliers was a crucial element of the framework: "Most of the bidders are local, but even those from outside the area have been asked to look at utilising smaller local suppliers in their supply chain," he said.