PROCUREMENT

Cornerstone works predominantly in the public sector for local authorities and housing associations, completing retrofit works to domestic housing stock.

We recognise that identifying and appointing a suitable contractor for energy efficiency works can be challenging, especially when funding deadlines mean time is of the essence.

Often it is beneficial to use an existing procurement route such as an industry-specific framework or DPS – allowing you to access pre-vetted contractors in compliance with Public Contracts Regulations and saving the time and cost of a full procurement process.

WHY CHOOSE CORNERSTONE?

Cornerstone is ideally placed to offer the following benefits:

Main contractor role encompassing the full project scope

A turnkey PAS 2030 compliant service, from Retrofit Assessment and Coordination through to installation and lodgement

Direct PAS, MCS and Trustmark accreditation for many insulation and renewable measures

Full management of the customer journey throughout the retrofit process

Support for project design, marketing and reporting where required (particularly funded schemes)

Ring-fenced capacity for all schemes at point of procurement – we never overcommit and under-deliver

By combining direct installation with main contractor status, our clients cut out the costly managing agents and have greater control over contract delivery and timescales.

View our case studies to see what we have achieved for our happy clients to date.

WHAT PROCUREMENT ROUTES ARE AVAILABLE?

Cornerstone has a place on a number of existing frameworks and Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPSs), from which we can be either called off directly or invited to a mini-competition – all in compliance with Public Contracts Regulations.

FRAMEWORKS

Efficiency East Midlands (EEM) – Insulation and Associated Works Framework (EEM0046)

https://eem.org.uk/frameworks/insulation-and-associated-works

Available to:

All public sector organisations in England and Wales, including local authorities and housing associations – membership is free

Scope

Insulation works including EWI, IWI, CWI, loft insulation, park home insulation, floor insulation and room in roof insulation, render works, cladding works and any additional works delivered alongside these core measures, such as window replacement, renewables etc.

Term

April 2022 – April 2026 (with contracts able to run until 2028)

Call-Off Mechanism

Direct award or mini-competition

Contact

01246 395610
info@eem.org.uk

Action on Energy Cambridgeshire Retrofit Framework

Suffolk Energy Action – Energy Efficiency Works Framework

DYNAMIC PURCHASING SYSTEMS (DPS)

South East Consortium (SEC) - Responsive Repairs, Voids, Planned Works DPS

https://eem.org.uk/frameworks/insulation-and-associated-works

Available to:

Any publicly funded body

Scope

Lot 3 – Capital Works and Lot 4 – Multidisciplinary Works

Term

September 2021 – August 2026

Call-Off Mechanism

Mini-competition

Procurement Hub – Property Works DPS

Procurement Assist - Zero Carbon Initiatives - Works

Midlands Energy Hub

Please contact us for more information if you are interested in accessing a framework or DPS listed above.

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Clients that have directly procured Cornerstone via EEM’s Insulation and Associated Services framework include:

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY...

“The end to end experience with Cornerstone was first class. They have excellent technical knowledge and designed a system that perfectly meets our needs. The installation process was quick and clean and we were kept informed every step of the way. More than a year into operation and the system has reduced our heating costs by around 35%, with Cornerstone continuing to provide support throughout. I would thoroughly recommend Cornerstone.”

Kim Hazell, Director, Chichester Close Saltdean RTM Company Ltd, Sussex

“In September 2016 your company installed outside wall insulation. I am amazed at the money we are saving on heating – no more wearing coats and sitting covered with a duvet. We would like to say a big thank you for your excellent product."

Mrs B, Home Owner, Wimblington, Cambridgeshire

“I am very pleased with the standard of work delivered by Cornerstone, which has transformed the centre. I found Cornerstone to be a very knowledgeable, professional and responsive company that I would certainly use again for similar projects."

Colin Sheldrick, Site Manager at C J Murfitt, Cambridgeshire

"I would like to take this opportunity to thank Cornerstone for the excellent job you did on insulating my home. Both the Site Manager and his team have done a superb job and have worked very hard. I was particularly impressed on how polite and efficient every member of the team were at all times. Once again, thank you."

Mr A, Park Home Owner, Cheshire