Crown Commercial Service: CWAS 3 Framework Opportunity
Opportunity Summary
The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has released the ITT for the new Construction Works and Associated Services 3 (CWAS 3) Framework, which includes ProCure 24. This opportunity has an estimated contract value of £80 billion. The submission deadline is Thursday 21st May 2026.
Scope and Project Types
This closed framework, let under the Procurement Act 2023, provides the UK public sector – including central government, NHS trusts, and the wider public sector – access to a wide range of works. The scope includes design, dismantling, preparation, clearance, construction, fit out, refurbishment, repair, and maintenance type projects.
Key sectors included:
- Blue Light: Police stations and fire stations.
- Education: Schools, universities, and colleges.
- Health: Hospitals, clinics, and surgeries.
- Residential: Subsidised, multi-dwelling buildings, and individual houses.
- Infrastructure: Airports, airfields, and maritime projects.
Lot Structure
The lot structure is designed to allow SME and regional contractors to be awarded opportunities or direct engagement.
| Lot | Description | Region/Value Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Lot 1 | Construction Works | General projects from <£5m to >£250m |
| Lot 2 | Civil Engineering | Infrastructure and Demolition |
| Lot 3 | Offsite Solutions | Modular, Portable, and Hire |
| Lot 4 | ProCure 24 | Health projects in England only |
| Lot 5 | Defence | Maritime, Airfields, and Nuclear |
| Lot 6 | International | Global delivery |
| Lot 7 | Nuclear | Specialist nuclear works |
Mandatory Bidding Requirements
Bidders must meet several accreditation and certification standards, most of which are required by the time of contract award:
- Common Assessment Standard (CAS): Accredited by 9/10/26.
- ISO Certifications: ISO 9001, 14001, 19650 (1/2 2018), and 45001.
- Security: Cyber Essentials (all lots) or Cyber Essentials Plus (Lots 4, 5, 6, and 7 only).
- Environmental: Carbon Reduction Plan.
- Insurance: Mandatory Public/Products, Employer’s, and Professional Liability.
- Experience: Evidence through Technical Ability Certificates.
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