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FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT GUIDEFor external doorsets
WHY WORK WITH LHC?
These are the key reasons to work with LHC
whether you’re a public sector organisation
looking for procurement solutions or a supplier
with products or services to provide.
Knowledge and experience of procurement Our organisation began half a century ago and over five decades we’ve developed and shaped our service to meet the evolving needs of our clients.
Recognised technical expertise Our technical expertise is built on continuous research by our team of technical specialists who consult with clients on the outcomes they need and suppliers on the range of available solutions.
Commitment to better buildings and homes Our ultimate goal is helping our clients deliver better environments for the communities they serve, a goal we support through our frameworks, that address every aspect of quality, and our selection of the most appropriate suppliers.
Fast and efficient procurement Once LHC Appointed Companies are established for a framework, the process of calling off projects and commissioning work is very efficient. Terms and rates have been agreed and even when a mini competition is required, the majority of contractual arrangements have already been finalised. Project work can start quickly.
Financial gains Working with LHC frameworks gives suppliers access to construction, refurbishment and maintenance projects of over £200m each financial year. Clients who spend more than £200,000 on two or more frameworks in a year will benefit from a share in the LHC operating surplus we return to Members.
Please read this guide in conjunction with the LHC guide to understanding and using pre-tendered frameworks, available on our website.
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This framework agreement has been established in strict compliance with UK Public Sector procurement rules for use by public sector bodies in the UK as detailed in the LHC buyer profile (www.lhc.gov.uk/buyerprofile) and as specified in the Contract Notice:
-- 2011/S 121-200864
This was published in OJEU under a restricted procedure in June 2011 with 7 successful tenderers appointed in December 2011.
Fully OJEU compliant, it is suitable for residential applications and other types of public sector buildings, and is comprised of the following options: -- Composite door leaves
-- Timber engineered door leaves
-- PVC-U and hardwood door frames
-- Screens and fanlights
-- FD30 and FD60 fire door assemblies
-- Enhanced security
-- Impaired mobility solutions
The LHC Framework Agreement for doorsets is available
to all local authorities, housing associations and other
public sector bodies across the UK.
About this framework agreement
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About the tender
Interested companies were invited to complete a Pre-Qualification Questionnaire
(PQQ), which sought detailed information on several criteria, prepared and
formatted in accordance with PAS 91:2010 ‘Construction pre-qualification
questionnaires’, before inviting selected companies to complete an ITT
and Offer Document.
PAS 91:2010 was published by the British Standards Institution and sponsored by the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) to provide a consistent set of pre-qualification questions to be used throughout construction procurement.
Stage 1: Selection criteria Stage 2: Invitation to tender
-- Financial standing
-- Compliance with EU/UK legislation
-- Applicant’s organisation
-- Quality management and procedures
-- Environmental management
-- Sustainability and social inclusion policies
-- Health and safety management
-- Experience of working in the public sector
-- Ability to provide administrative and technical support to the client
-- Case studies illustrating public sector project delivery
The companies that scored sufficient marks in the PQQ were invited to complete an offer document (invitation to tender).
The offer document provided detailed service and product specifications and sought a response from companies on their conformity to these requirements.
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The diagram below shows the process a supplier completes to become
an LHC Appointed Company and to be awarded a contract (or “call-off”).
It also highlights the support LHC provides once a project is live.
From pre-qualification to call-off contract
When buyers are ready to choose a supplier for an individual project
they should start the process by talking to LHC. LHC will coordinate
either a direct award, if there is a single supplier on a framework,
or a mini-competition if there are several.
-- A mini-competition involves all capable LHC Appointed Companies
-- A direct award is made to a single company, with justifiable
reasoning, without reopening competition
Awarding contracts “Call-offs”
LHC provides support and technical assistance throughout
the life of a project, as required:
-- To ensure high quality standards are maintained
-- Service levels are fulfilled
-- Delivery periods are met
LHC also welcomes discussion and feedback on completion of projects
Works commence/complete
Pre-qualification questionnaire
Selected suppliers submit offer documents covering:
-- Specification for products and services
-- Testing and certification
-- Service capability
-- Pricing
Scores are then awarded to each supplier in respect of
each evaluation criteria.
A detailed evaluation report is prepared which shows
for each tenderer a:
-- Weighted score under each heading
-- Value for money index
-- Company or companies recommended for appointment
Offer documents and evaluation
Suppliers complete a pre-qualification questionnaire accessing:
-- Company standing
-- Financial standing employment practices environmental
awareness capacity and geographical range
-- Installation capability
-- Technical capability
-- Quality systems management capability
-- Experience of supply to the public sector
-- Sustainability and social value
Pre-qualification questionnaire
Our aim is giving LHC clients and Members a choice of Appointed
Companies to work with. Numbers vary per framework in line with
anticipated demand and subject to the number of qualifying suppliers.
-- All suppliers are notified of the results and the unsuccessful
tenderers can choose to have a debriefing to help improve future offers
-- Contract Award Notices are published in the Official Journal of the
European Union (QJEU) and on the LHC website
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-- Compliance with survey and installation codes of practice
-- Resident and client liaison
-- Final inspection and signing-off procedures.
Sample products were assessed on their quality
of construction and operation, including:
-- Quality of appearance and finish
-- Robustness and durability of construction
-- Fixing and operation of hardware
-- Installation and effectiveness of gaskets and
weather seals
-- Ease of operation
Award weighting criteria
50%Pricing
Prices were tendered
using a built-up matrix of
analysis for doorsets in:
-- The seven most
commonly specified
door pattern styles
-- Standard design and
wheelchair access
design
Prices addressed both
supply and installation.
Technical support and design services including:
-- Assistance in the selection of product including
residents’ choice and special needs
-- Advice on solutions for compliance with statutory
regulations, including fire safety and egress,
thermal performance and glazing safety
-- Assistance on the choice of hardware including
enhanced security and ease of operation
Administrative and management services were
assessed using responses provided in the offer
document. The services assessed included:
-- Project registration, tracking and programming
-- Site management including project supervision
Award weighting criteria are established on each individual framework and can be flexed to a buyer’s individual needs.
Public sector officers can obtain a copy of the full LHC evaluation report on request.
25%Essential requirements
-- The range of product
types offered
-- Conformity to the LHC
specification, including
guarantees and
installation procedures
-- Third party certification
to enhanced security
specifications
25%Qualitative assessments
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The framework in action
As well as providing compliance, quality and best value to clients, the LHC Framework for external doorsets supports a streamlined process from the award of a contract (call-off) to completion of a project.
Confirmed competitive market prices Prices in place at call-off stage maintaining best value as established in the PQQ stage.
Quick and efficient procurement Speedy access to LHC Appointed Companies and the options of a mini-competition or direct award to enable the final selection of a supplier or supplier(s) for a project.
Instant access to project data Continuous access to information throughout the procurement process through the suppliers’ on-line portal.
High quality standards Standards of quality maintained throughout project through monitoring in accordance with ISO 9001 Quality Management System.
Service levels guarantee Guaranteed service levels from inquiry to supply providing peace of mind that services and works will be conducted effectively.
Quick project starts Enabled by pre-tendered procurement that reduces the cost and time input by public sector organisations and speeds up their access to companies.
Advice on design and regulatory compliance Guidance on interpretation and conformity to statutory regulations and planning requirements.
Delivery periods guarantee Guaranteed delivery periods that ensure services and works are delivered to meet work schedules.
Product and service benefits
A substantial set of aluminium window and door products
is offered alongside consultation and design services from
specialist contractors.
Product standards
All of the products covered by this framework have been designed to meet the requirements of the Building Regulations, including:
-- Fire safety – Part B
-- Conservation of fuel and power – Part L
-- Access to and use of buildings – Part M
-- Glazing safety – Part N The specialist manufacturers appointed to this framework also offer the following product benefits:
-- Good quality, best value external doorsets
-- A supply and installation or supply only service
-- An extensive range of door patterns, colours and finishes
-- A choice of hardware options including specialist applications for egress and enhanced security
-- Hardware and design options to meet DDA requirements and conformity to BS 8300
-- Doorsets compliant with BS 8529, PAS 23-1, BS EN 14351-1 ensuring quality standards of manufacture and performance
Services provided by LHC Appointed Companies on this framework include:
-- Design advice and support on the interpretation and conformity to regulatory requirements, including planning assistance
-- A full survey and installation service, including programming
-- Residents’ choice exercises and ongoing liaison
-- All installation works and management undertaken to the guidance set out in BS 8213-4 and BS 8214, including finishing and making good
-- Single point or insurance backed 10-year guarantees against materials, performance and workmanship
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Doorset options and compliances
These tables show the different systems available
for each product type.
External Doorsets options and compliances
Door leaf construction
Permadoor
BS 8529 / PAS 23-1
Part L1 compliant
Part L2 compliant
PAS 24 and Secured by Design
FD30 availability
FD60 availability
Other leaf options
Frame options
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
PVC-U
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
–
PVC-U
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
–
PVC-U
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
–
PVC-U
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
–
PVC-U
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
–
PVC-U
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
–
–
PVC-U
Door leaf construction
IG Doors
BS 8529 / PAS 23-1
Part L1 compliant
Part L2 compliant
PAS 24 and Secured by Design
FD30 availability
FD60 availability
Other leaf options ▲
Frame options
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Composite with steel facings
PVC-U, hardwood
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
Composite with steel facings
PVC-U, hardwood
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
Composite with steel facings
PVC-U, hardwood
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
Composite with steel facings
PVC-U, hardwood
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
Composite with steel facings
PVC-U, hardwood
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
Composite with steel facings
PVC-U, hardwood
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
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Composite with steel facings
PVC-U, hardwood
Door leaf construction
Graham Holmes Astraseal
BS 8529 / PAS 23-1
Part L1 compliant
Part L2 compliant
PAS 24 and Secured by Design
FD30 availability
FD60 availability
Other leaf options
Frame options
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
–
PVC-U
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
–
PVC-U
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
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PVC-U
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
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PVC-U
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
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PVC-U
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
–
PVC-U
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
–
PVC-U
STYLE A STYLE B STYLE C STYLE D STYLE E STYLE F STYLE G
Door leaf construction
Manse Masterdor
BS 8529 / PAS 23-1
Part L1 compliant
Part L2 compliant
PAS 24 and Secured by Design
FD30 availability
FD60 availability ●
Other leaf options ■
Other leaf options ●
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
Thermal composite
Timber engineered
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
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Thermal composite
Timber engineered
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
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Thermal composite
Timber engineered
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
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Thermal composite
Timber engineered
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
Thermal composite
Timber engineered
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
Thermal composite
Timber engineered
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
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Timber engineered
Frame options PVC-U PVC-U PVC-U PVC-U PVC-U PVC-U PVC-U
All door facings are supplied in a choice of colours, textures and woodgrain finishes. ▲ Note 1 – Steel facings with insulated core. Available as FD30 except for styles F & G. ● Note 2 – Timber engineered core with timber facings. Available as FD60 for all door styles.
■ Note 3 – Thermal composite doorsets have limited styles availability as FD30 or FD60.
External Doorsets options and compliances
Doorset options and compliances
Timber engineered Timber engineered Timber engineered Timber engineered Timber engineered Timber engineered Timber engineered
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
PVC-U PVC-U PVC-U PVC-U PVC-U PVC-U PVC-U
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
–
PVC-U, hardwood
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
–
PVC-U, hardwood
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
–
PVC-U, hardwood
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
–
PVC-U, hardwood
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
–
PVC-U, hardwood
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
–
PVC-U, hardwood
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
–
PVC-U, hardwood
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
PVC-U, hardwood
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
–
PVC-U, hardwood
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
–
PVC-U, hardwood
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
–
PVC-U, hardwood
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
–
PVC-U, hardwood
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
–
PVC-U, hardwood
Composite with GRP facings
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
–
–
–
PVC-U, hardwood
STYLE A STYLE B STYLE C STYLE D STYLE E STYLE F STYLE G
Door leaf construction
Warmseal
BS 8529 / PAS 23-1
Part L1 compliant
Part L2 compliant
PAS 24 and Secured by Design
FD30 availability
FD60 availability ●
Other leaf options ●
Frame options
Door leaf construction
Solar Windows
BS 8529 / PAS 23-1
Part L1 compliant
Part L2 compliant
PAS 24 and Secured by Design
FD30 availability
FD60 availability
Other leaf options
Frame options
Door leaf construction
Securidor Group Homesafe
BS 8529 / PAS 23-1
Part L1 compliant
Part L2 compliant
PAS 24 and Secured by Design
FD30 availability
FD60 availability
Other leaf options
Frame options
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Appointed companies
Graham Holmes Astraseal Ltd
Appointed for areas:
A
B
C
D
E
F
For contact details visit: lhc.gov.uk/grahamholmes
astraseal.com
Permadoor (SBP Limited)
Appointed for areas:
J1
J2
J3
For contact details visit: lhc.gov.uk/permadoor
permadoor.co.uk
Securidor (Group Homesafe Ltd)
Appointed for areas:
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J1
J2
J3
M1
M2
For contact details visit: lhc.gov.uk/securidor
securidor.ltd.uk
Solar Windows Ltd
Appointed for areas:
A
B
C
D
E
F
J1
J2
J3
For contact details visit: lhc.gov.uk/solar
solarwindows.co.uk
IG Doors Ltd
Appointed for areas:
G
H
I
J1
J2
J3
M1
M2
For contact details visit: lhc.gov.uk/igdoors
igdoors.co.uk
Warmseal Windows Ltd
Appointed for areas:
G
H
I
M1
M2
For contact details visit: lhc.gov.uk/warmseal
warmseal.co.uk
Manse Masterdor Ltd
Appointed for areas:
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J1
J2
J3
M1
M2
For contact details visit: lhc.gov.uk/masterdor
masterdor.co.uk
Regional lots
A London
B
South East England
C South West England
D East of England
E
East Midlands
F
West Midlands
G
Yorkshire & Humber
H
North West England
I North East England
J1 South Wales
J2 Mid Wales
J3 North Wales
M1 South Scotland
M2 North Scotland
A
BC
D
E
F
G
I
H
J1
J2
J3
M1
M2
Framework agreement for
external doorsets
Supply and Installation of composite and engineered doorsets for:
Residential external and internal entrance installations
Outbuildings
Community access
Fire door applications
The external doorsets framework arrangement for all of the UK is effective from 1st January 2012 until 31st December 2015.
England and Wales enquiries: 01895 274850
Scotland enquiries: 0131 306 0176
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