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We have recently become aware of fraudulent communications from individuals falsely claiming to represent EEM.

These scams may use EEM’s name, branding, or documentation to appear genuine and may invite contractors or suppliers to engage with fake procurement opportunities.

To help protect suppliers, please be aware that:

• EEM does not use trade websites such as Checkatrade to advertise procurement opportunities or invite suppliers to tender
• We will never contact contractors or suppliers via text message (SMS) or WhatsApp regarding tender opportunities or ask you to submit procurement information through these channels
• Genuine EEM procurement opportunities are communicated through our official procurement processes and recognised channels

If you receive a communication claiming to be from EEM that seems unusual or raises any concerns, please do not respond or share any personal, financial, or business information until you have verified its authenticity.

If you are ever unsure whether a communication is genuine, please contact EEM directly using the contact details published on our website before taking further action.

Although we cannot prevent scammers from falsely using our name or branding, by sharing this guidance we hope to help suppliers recognise genuine EEM communications and avoid falling victim to fraudulent activity.

We are proud to be recognised as one of only eighteen accredited framework hosts under NHS England’s System Guidance for the Implementation of Framework Host Management.

This accreditation gives NHS organisations and the wider public sector confidence that our frameworks are managed in line with the standards and requirements set by NHS England. It reflects the way we develop and manage our frameworks, ensuring they remain compliant, transparent, and easy to use.

As a not-for-profit procurement consortium, our aim is simple – to help our members buy goods, works, and services more efficiently. Our frameworks provide a straightforward and compliant route to market, helping organisations save time while accessing high-quality suppliers.

Using an EEM framework offers a range of benefits, including:

• Fully compliant procurement routes
• Faster, more efficient procurement processes
• Access to a broad network of pre-qualified suppliers, including SMEs
• Support for achieving value for money and social value objectives
• Less administrative burden and duplication
• Confidence that procurement is carried out through an accredited framework host

✉️ To enquire about any EEM Framework, please contact our Client Relationship Manager, Shannon Hawksley, on shannon@clone.eem.org.uk

👉🏻 View our full range of frameworks here: www.clone.eem.org.uk/frameworks

At EEM, we’re always looking at ways to support our members beyond procurement – whether that’s sharing good practice, highlighting useful initiatives, or helping you stay connected to what’s happening across the sector.

One area that’s getting more attention (and rightly so) is LGBTQ+ inclusion in social housing – and a key initiative behind that is the LGBTQ+ Housing Pledge.

Developed by HouseProud and delivered in partnership with Stonewall Housing, the Pledge gives housing providers a clear, practical way to strengthen how they support LGBTQ+ residents.

So, what actually is it?

The LGBTQ+ Housing Pledge is a voluntary scheme that social housing providers can sign up to.

It’s designed to help organisations move from good intentions to something more structured – embedding inclusion into everyday practice, not just one-off activity.

It was created following sector research (including the No Place Like Home? study), which highlighted that many LGBTQ+ residents still don’t feel fully safe or able to be themselves in their homes.

Why does it matter?

For most people, home should be a safe, comfortable place. But that’s not always the case.

Research behind the Pledge found that:

• Some residents don’t feel safe in their neighbourhoods
• People may hide parts of their identity at home
• There’s sometimes a lack of confidence in how issues are handled

So this is about more than policy – it’s about real day-to-day experiences.

What does signing up involve?

The Pledge is built around two levels:

Pledge Pioneer – focusing on core actions like:

• Involving LGBTQ+ residents in decision-making
• Increasing visibility and awareness
• Providing relevant training

Pledge Plus – going further by:

• Working directly with residents to shape improvements
• Committing resource to deliver change
• Demonstrating clear progress and outcomes

It’s flexible, but structured – giving organisations a way to build on what they’re already doing.

Why are organisations getting involved?

Many housing providers are already doing elements of this – the Pledge helps bring it together.

It can support organisations to:

• Better understand and engage with residents
• Build trust and stronger relationships
• Show a clear, evidenced commitment to inclusion

Want to find out more?

On 9th June 2026, Stonewall Housing delivered an informative webinar especially for EEM members to explain more about the Housing Pledge.

Please watch the below, or feel free to contact Jack Mason, LGBTQ+ Housing Pledge Project Co‑ordinator, Stonewall Housing on jack@stonewallhousing.org if you have any questions.

The EEM Community Donation Scheme is back! 🎉

We’re excited to be donating a further £650,000 again this year!

As we approach our 15th anniversary, it’s incredible to think that our biggest social value initiative has now delivered just under £4 million back to our members to support their local communities – something we’re incredibly proud of.

Our Community Donations are distributed proportionately based on members’ usage of EEM frameworks in the previous financial year, with additional contributions from our supply chain through materials spend on member contracts.

A huge thank you to all our members and supply chain for your continued support!

From 29 June 2026, EEM’s Member Support Team will become the Client Relationship Team.

The new name reflects the wide range of organisations and individuals the team works with, including Members, Framework Users, Contractors, Suppliers and Partners.

The team structure from 29 June will be:

• Shannon – Client Relationship Manager
• Hollie and Alice – Client Relationship Executives
• Simone – Contracts Executive
• Rachel – Client & Contracts Assistant

What does this mean for our clients?

Shannon, Hollie and Alice will work closely with clients and stakeholders, building relationships, supporting framework opportunities and helping organisations make the most of their engagement with EEM.

Simone will manage contracts once they are in place, providing ongoing support and helping to ensure contracts run smoothly throughout their term.

These changes will help ensure clients receive the right support at the right stage of their journey with EEM, from initial discussions through to contract management.

Submissions are now being accepted to apply for a position on the latest version of our Fire Safety, Security & Entry and Access Systems Framework – EEM0082.

🛠️ Lot 1: Whole House Internal and External Repairs and Maintenance
(Contracts up to £2m)

🛠️ Lot 2 – Whole House Internal and External Repairs and Maintenance
(Contracts over £2m)

🛠️ Lot 3 – Reactive and Responsive Repairs (Midlands Coverage)

The framework will be procured via a two stage Competitive Flexible Procedure in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023.

👉 Stage 1
General Clarification Deadline – Wed 24 Jun 26 (14:00)
Tender Submission Deadline – Fri 3 Jul 26 (14:00)
Contractors that meet the minimum competence at Stage 1 will be invited to tender for Stage 2.

👉 Stage 2
Invitation to Tender – Fri 21 Aug 26
Framework Agreement Clarification Deadline – Tue 15 Sep 26 (14:00)
General Clarification Deadline – Wed 23 Sep 26 (14:00)
Tender Submission Deadline – Fri 2 Oct 26 (14:00)

👇 How to apply

Please register with Delta e-Sourcing – https://lnkd.in/dUGpSWZJ
🔒 Access code: 9VF26D7AAK

If you have any questions, please contact tenders@clone.eem.org.uk and the EEM Procurement Team will be happy to help.

Submissions are now being accepted to apply for a position on the latest version of our Fire Safety, Security & Entry and Access Systems Framework – EEM0067.

Each of these lots is divided into sub-lots for Midlands and National, and cover the install and maintenance of:

🔥 Lot 1: Fire and Intruder Alarms
🔒 Lot 2: Door Entry, Access Control Systems and CCTV
📣 Lot 3: Warden Call and Assisted Living Systems

The framework is procured in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023.

📅 Key dates

Framework Agreement Clarification Deadline – Mon 20 Jul 26 (14:00)
General Clarification Deadline – Mon 27 Jul 26 (14:00)
Tender Submission Deadline – Fri 14 Aug 26 (14:00)
Presentations – Aug-Sep 26
Evaluation Stage – Aug-Oct 26
Framework Award – Mon 26 Oct 26
Framework Start – Mon 16 Nov 26

👇 How to apply

Please register with Delta e-Sourcing here
🔒 Access code: B5V8U22J2J

If you have any questions, please contact tenders@clone.eem.org.uk and the EEM Procurement Team will be happy to help.

Submissions are now being accepted to apply for a position for the renewal of our Scaffolding Framework – EEM0051.

This framework will be split into the following lots:

Lot 1 | Supply of Scaffolding Services (Midlands Coverage)
Lot 2 | Supply of Scaffolding Services (National Coverage)

If you’re interested in expanding your public sector client base, this is a great opportunity.

📅 Key Dates

Framework agreement clarification deadline: Tue 16 Jun 2026 – 2pm
Clarification deadline: Tue 30 Jun 2026 – 2pm
Submission deadline: Tue 7 Jul 2026 – 2pm

👇 How to apply

Register with Delta eSourcing – https://lnkd.in/gDwDUKF9
Use access code TB923C529W to access the tender documents.

If you have any questions, please contact tenders@clone.eem.org.uk and the EEM Procurement Team will be happy to help.

Our newly refreshed Print, Fulfilment & Mailing Framework is now live and ready for use!

It provides a simple, compliant way to manage print, mailing and fulfilment through one centralised digital platform – giving you full control in one place.

Developed with Meta Procurement and delivered by Cubiquity, the framework brings together the technology, suppliers and processes needed to streamline procurement and deliver value for money.

Everything is managed through one platform – from getting quotes and placing orders, to tracking jobs and monitoring spend.

Why use this framework?

One central platform – manage all print, mail and fulfilment in one place
Save time – no need to run a full tender
Stay compliant – aligned with the Procurement Act 2023
Control costs – transparent pricing and benchmarking
Gain visibility – track jobs and monitor spend

What’s Included?

• Real-time pricing and supplier comparison
• End-to-end ordering, tracking and reporting
• Secure, GDPR-compliant system

To find out more click here.

Please contact Shannon Hawksley, on shannon@clone.eem.org.uk to start a conversation today.

Our newly refreshed Retrofit, Insulation & Associated Works Framework is now live and ready for use!

This framework, previously known as just the ‘Insulation & Associated Works’ framework, provides publicly funded organisations with a compliant route to procure contractors to undertake insulation works on a variety of property types. This framework now also includes elements of Solar PV and renewable heating such as Air Source Heat Pumps, which would typically be installed at the same time as insulation works as part of a retrofit programme.

Contractor(s) will be PAS2030 and 2035 compliant and offer a 25-year insurance backed guarantee via the Solid Wall Insulation Guarantee Agency (SWIGA), GDGC or an equivalent work guarantee scheme for insulations works.

Insulation works covered by this framework are as followed:

• External wall insulation (EWI) design, enabling, and installation works
• Exterior render systems
• Exterior wall cladding systems
• External wall insulation repair and maintenance
• Internal wall insulation design, enabling, and installation works
• Cavity wall insulation (extraction services, virgin, and cavity wall insulation re-fill)
• Loft insulation (virgin and re-fill)
• Attic/room in roof insulation (all elements)
• Solar PV installations
• Renewable heating installations (e.g., air source heat pumps, storage heater renewals)
• Retrofit energy efficiency measures to Park Homes
• Works associated with insulation programmes but not limited to floor insulation, windows and doors, roofing, guttering, builders, and ancillary works
• EPC on completion of the works

To find out which contractors sit on this framework, please click here

Please contact Shannon Hawksley, on shannon@clone.eem.org.uk to start a conversation today.