12 INDUSTRY NEWS; NEW DEVELOPMENTS


£5.16bn framework launched for public sector housebuilding in the south


A framework worth £5.16bn has been launched to support public sector residen- tial construction and development in the south of England, alongside calls for developers and contractors to participate. Launched by Southern Construction Framework (SCF), the four-year Delivery and Development Framework, called SCF Residential, is available to “all public bodies in the South East, London and the South West.”


Now open for tender, SCF is inviting residential developers (including SME developers), and residential builders (including SMEs) to express their interest in being part of the framework. Requests to participate must be submitted by midday on 2 July 2021.


The framework will “give public sector organisations access to a range of residential construction and development solutions,” said SCF. This includes “access to leading local housebuilders; construct-only or design and build and turnkey end-to-end development,


construction, and management services.” SCF Residential will be tailored to suit a wide range of projects, said the body, including schemes over £30m, which will delivered in three sub lots (south west, south east, and London), allowing up to six providers per sub lot. Smaller schemes (over £15m) will be delivered in seven sublot regions, “allowing up to eight providers per sub lot and focused on local delivery.” The lots are split between schemes of 10-75 houses and 65+ houses and it is expected that SCF will appoint contractors and developers to more than one lot.


Kingsley Clarke, SCF operations lead, commented: “Our emphasis is on delivering value across all public sector projects that are built under this framework, but we are keen to avoid a race to the bottom. “We want to work with developers and contractors that share our commitment to quality and collaboration,


so that we can build a portfolio of innovative developments that showcase the southern regions.”


Crest Nicholson’s Godalming goals NEW DEVELOPMENTS


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collection of three and four bedroom houses and one and two bedroom apartments are being launched by Crest Nicholson at its new development, Catteshall Court, in the market town of Godalming, Surrey.


Once the units are complete in 2023, the development is set to include a mix of 43 apartments and 37 houses. It is intended that each of these homes will maximise natural light, creating “bright and airy” open plan living and dining areas. The bedrooms are generously sized to suit growing families, while contemporary kitchens and bathrooms will reportedly feature top quality fixtures and fittings throughout. House buyers will also benefit from a private garden, while all apart- ments include their own balcony or terrace. Traditional exteriors have been selected to complement the village surroundings. Located a short walk from Godalming town centre and high


street, Catteshall Court offers residents an array of local ameni- ties, including shops, restaurants, pubs, and a local library. For families with children, there is a range of schools and nurseries nearby including Godalming College and Busbridge Infant School, both rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted. Nestled within a wooded hillside, and with a small lake


nearby, Crest Nicholson hopes the development’s residents will “enjoy a peaceful countryside home,” with the benefits of being within commuting distance of the capital. With two train stations, Godalming and Farncombe, less than a mile away, the development is accessible to London Waterloo –


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50 minutes away by rail – while drivers will benefit from the close link to the Guildford and Godalming Bypass of the A3, offering connections to the south. Several bus stops can also be found within walking distance of Catteshall Court, and footpaths connect the site to the town centre.


Eileen Guihen, sales and marketing director at Crest Nicholson South, commented: “We are excited to have launched this strik- ing collection of homes at Catteshall Court for off-plan sales, with our show home available to view this summer. With so many different property options available, there really is something for every purchaser at every stage of life – from first time buyers to expanding families.


“Situated right in the heart of Godalming, and with so many amenities and such a beautiful countryside nearby to explore, we’re already experiencing lots of interest in the development.”


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