Minor Works DPS 2

Minor Works Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) 2 provides access to a wide range of qualified and experienced construction contractors across 9 distinct Lots, each covering specific categories of building works. Building on the success and cost-efficiencies of Minor Works DPS 1, this updated solution enables institutions—including colleges, universities, academies, and schools—to procure specialist trades for refurbishment and construction projects through a single, streamlined platform. The DPS is also available to the wider public sector via Crescent Services.

• The Minor Works DPS enables the inclusion of local and incumbent contractors, supporting strong social value outcomes, fostering healthy competition, and ensuring demonstrable value for money.
• Members can save time by using this compliant route to market consisting of pre-vetted suppliers that have been selected on the DPS
• The entire procurement process is conducted via the e-tendering platform, Multiquote, ensuring transparency and enabling effective auditability. 
• Minor Works DPS 2 has been streamlined from 29 to 9 Lots, each covering broader scopes and specifications. This simplified structure enhances ease of management and ensures quicker access to relevant Lots. 
• Using this framework supports our Giving Back initiative. Our charity's focus is on SEND, wellbeing and absenteeism  
• Members have an option to use our standard call-off contract or to utilise standard forms of contract such as the New Engineering Contract (NEC3 and/or NEC4) or the Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT) forms of contract
1. Using this framework supports our Giving Back initiative. Our charity's focus is on SEND, wellbeing and absenteeism

CPC’s Sourcing Cloud makes it easy to perform and manage further competition exercises. It’s free for CPC members to use and offers quick, compliant access to all suppliers on the DPS. Use the ‘Get a quote’ button to create a Sourcing Cloud account and send your further competition to the DPS suppliers.

A further competition template is available in the Associated Documentation section on this page. Help using Sourcing Cloud is available in our Sourcing Cloud User Guide.

How can contractors apply to be included on the Minor Works DPS?

The DPS is being managed through the MultiQuote platform (Ref: CA15362), interested parties will need to create an account for their organisation (if not already setup) and then navigate to the opportunity using the project reference via the “Opportunity Search” tool on the dashboard. 

To register or login with MultiQuote, please select link: Login To MultiQuote

Once located, interested parties will then need to download and complete the “Minor Works DPS ITP” document. Once complete, all documentation should be uploaded and submitted to the portal. All applications to the DPS will be evaluated within 10 working days of receipt. Bidders should take note of the checklist included within the ITP document and ensure all necessary documentation has been submitted with their application (failure to submit in accordance with the checklist may result in the application being rejected or delayed).

Important Procurement Act 2023 requirement

It is very important for CPC members to register on the new Find a Tender Service to create your organisation’s unique procurement identifier, known as an API Key. You then need to add the API Key to your profile on our MultiQuote eSender portal to run compliant mini competitions for our frameworks. It is a requirement under Procurement Act 2023 that relevant notices are published to the Find a Tender Service and MultiQuote can only publish your notices if you have added your API Key. See our Find a tender service registration web page for a step-by-step guide on how to register.