United Kingdom/Portsmouth/Construction & Infrastructure

Construction & Infrastructure procurement in Portsmouth

Specialist procurement support for the construction & infrastructure sector in Hampshire

Over 2160 annual procurement opportunities worth £4536 million • We have helped 302 businesses win contracts

2160
Annual tenders
£4536m
Total value
91%
Success rate
3-4 weeks
Delivery time

Construction & Infrastructure procurement areas in Portsmouth

We have deep expertise across all segments of the construction & infrastructure market in Hampshire. Our team understands the specific requirements for each contract type and evaluation criteria.

New build and design-build projects

Refurbishment and retrofit

Maintenance and term contracts

Design and architectural services

MEP installations (mechanical, electrical, plumbing)

Highways and infrastructure projects

Landscaping and external works

Energy efficiency and sustainable solutions

Market dynamics for construction & infrastructure in Portsmouth

Regional characteristics

Hampshire has particular focus areas within construction & infrastructure, which influence procurement priorities and evaluation criteria.Portsmouth City Council prioritises solutions that support local economic development and sustainable business models.

We understand the unique requirements and expectations in Hampshire and ensure your bid reflects these priorities effectively through targeted argumentation strategy.

Competitive landscape

The Construction & Infrastructure market in Portsmouth is competitive with both established local players and national suppliers. Typically we see 7-11 bidders per tender.

Successful bids combine competitive pricing with strong local presence, innovation and documented experience from similar projects in the region.

Requirements for construction & infrastructure procurement in Portsmouth

Qualification requirements

Building regulations compliance and NHBC certification

Health and safety certification (CDM 2015)

Social value and apprenticeship requirements

Environmental certification (BREEAM, LEED, Passivhaus)

Performance bonds and professional indemnity insurance

BIM competencies for major construction projects

UK regulatory requirements

Portsmouth City Council follows the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (PCR 2015) and UK procurement law. All tenders above threshold values must follow standardised processes via Find a Tender Service. We ensure full compliance with all legal and administrative requirements.

Evaluation criteria

Price25-35%
Competitive pricing appropriate for the Hampshire market
Quality30-40%
Solution quality, functionality and value for money
Experience20-30%
Relevant experience and references from Hampshire or similar environments
Social value & sustainability10-20%
Environmental responsibility, social impact and local value creation

Procurement opportunities for construction & infrastructure in Portsmouth

Net Zero transition and energy-efficient buildings

Growing demand and new contract opportunities within this area in Hampshire.

Retrofit programmes for public buildings

Growing demand and new contract opportunities within this area in Hampshire.

Increased maintenance requirements in councils

Growing demand and new contract opportunities within this area in Hampshire.

Climate adaptation and future-proofing

Growing demand and new contract opportunities within this area in Hampshire.

Accessible design and DDA compliance

Growing demand and new contract opportunities within this area in Hampshire.

Upcoming construction & infrastructure procurement in Portsmouth

Based on historical data and known plans we expect 180 to 240 new procurement opportunities within construction & infrastructure in the next 30 days in Portsmouth and Hampshire.Portsmouth City Council has announced increased focus on digitalisation and sustainable solutions.

Framework agreements

Portsmouth City Council participates in several framework agreements within construction & infrastructure, creating opportunities for higher volumes and longer contract periods.

Innovation partnerships

Increased use of innovation partnerships enables collaborative development processes and bespoke solutions.

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Success stories from construction & infrastructure in Hampshire

Framework agreement Portsmouth City Council

Won 4-year framework agreement for new build and design-build projects worth £816.5 million annually with extension options.

ROI: 15:1 on investment

Innovation partnership Hampshire

Secured innovative contract for maintenance and term contracts with development potential of £1270 million over the project period.

First in UK with this approach

Multi-authority contract across Hampshire

Completed complex procurement procedure for refurbishment and retrofit with contract value £2041 million via central purchasing framework.

Completed 6 weeks ahead of deadline

Our process for construction & infrastructure procurement

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Week 1: Analysis and strategy

We analyse the procurement documents, map competitors in Portsmouth, and develop a winning strategy based on Hampshire's priorities and construction & infrastructure trends.

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Week 2-3: Development

Our construction & infrastructure experts develop the bid focusing on local requirements, UK regulatory conditions and evaluation criteria specific to Portsmouth City Council.

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Week 3-4: Quality assurance

Thorough review of all requirements, documentation and attachments in accordance with PCR 2015. We ensure 100% compliance with procurement requirements before submission via Find a Tender Service.

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Follow-up

We handle questions, negotiations and contract signature professionally. Full support throughout the entire process until contract is in place and project commencement.

Questions about construction & infrastructure procurement in Portsmouth

What construction & infrastructure procurement opportunities are most common in Portsmouth?

In Portsmouth we see highest activity in new build and design-build projects and refurbishment and retrofit.Portsmouth City Council and Hampshire authorities regularly publish contracts for these areas, typically with 2-4 year durations plus options. Framework agreements are most common for ongoing services.

What qualifications are required for construction & infrastructure procurement?

Typical requirements include building regulations compliance and nhbc certification, health and safety certification (cdm 2015), and solid financial capacity. For larger contracts in Hampshire local presence is often required or response time under 4 hours. We help you document and present qualifications optimally.

How long does a typical construction & infrastructure procurement procedure take?

From publication to contract signature normally takes 2-4 months for construction & infrastructure procurement in Portsmouth. Bid deadline is often 4-6 weeks after publication. With SmartBid's experience we deliver complete bids in 3-4 weeks, with good margin for quality assurance before submission.

How do we differentiate ourselves in construction & infrastructure procurement?

Success requires more than low price. In Portsmouth net zero transition and energy-efficient buildings, local value creation and innovative solutions are often weighted highly. We help you highlight unique strengths, document added value and score highly on all evaluation criteria - not just price.

What do SmartBid's services cost for construction & infrastructure procurement?

Our prices are tailored to the procurement's size and complexity. For construction & infrastructure procurement in Portsmouthprices start from £4,500 for smaller contracts. For larger framework agreements and design-build contracts we often use success fees. The investment is minimal relative to the contract value you can win.

Ready to dominate the construction & infrastructure market in Portsmouth?

With 2160 annual procurement opportunities worth £4536 million there are significant growth opportunities in Hampshire. Let our expert team help you win your share of the market.

91%
Success rate in sector
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Fast setup
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Years experience

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