The Southern Construction Framework (SCF) announces Mace and Corstorphine & Wright as lead consultants in a £100m public sector initiative.
- The SCF framework is designed to facilitate public sector procurement in London’s southern regions.
- Mace will lead in cost, project, and programme management, while Corstorphine & Wright will handle design and strategy.
- The framework emphasizes local supply chain involvement, aligning with SCF’s values to support SMEs.
- This initiative is set to impact various sectors, including health and education, across southern England.
The Southern Construction Framework (SCF) has unveiled its second Consult framework, assigning Mace and Corstorphine & Wright as the principal consultants for a £100m public sector project. The initiative is tailored to support public sector entities in the south of England, specifically targeting London, the south-east, and south-west regions, in procuring suppliers for vital projects.
Mace is appointed to manage cost, project, and programme management roles in this new framework. Meanwhile, Corstorphine & Wright is tasked with overseeing design, engineering, surveying, and strategic developments. This collaboration offers public sector clients a comprehensive array of services, encompassing construction, property, estate, and asset management.
The £100m Consult framework is established for a duration of 48 months and will oversee projects from initiation to completion. It includes services for planning, urban design, master planning, development consultancy, and strategic advisory services. Sustainability is a key focus, with emphasis placed on decarbonisation and environmentally conscious practices.
Despite Mace and Corstorphine & Wright being the lead suppliers, the SCF framework encourages the participation of local supply chains. This is facilitated through SCF’s digital supply chain portal, upholding the organisation’s commitment to promote opportunities for SMEs and specialist providers.
Adam Sanford, the SCF operations lead, highlighted the organisation’s commitment to providing excellent value to public sector bodies during a time of policy review. His sentiment is echoed by Kingsley Clarke, head of SCF in the south-west, citing the framework’s role in delivering crucial projects that benefit local communities.
Mace has previously demonstrated its capabilities through projects like the Alexandra Theatre rejuvenation and Bransbury Community Leisure Centre. Daniel Easthope, managing director for property UK & Europe at Mace Consult, expressed his enthusiasm by stating, “Our teams have delivered fantastic work through the SCF frameworks, ranging from theatres, research and police facilities, schools and hospitals that have helped communities to thrive.”
This collaboration between Mace, Corstorphine & Wright, and SCF aims to generate significant value and deliver successful projects across the south of England. The framework is poised to navigate and adapt to the evolving landscape of public sector needs, ensuring the delivery of essential services.
This collaboration marks a significant stride in enhancing public sector projects across southern England.
