What's Happening?
CBRE UK has been appointed to the Eastern Shires Purchasing Organisation (ESPO) consultancy services framework, allowing public sector bodies to procure strategic property, asset management, regeneration, facilities management, and sustainability consultancy services. This appointment, effective from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2027, followed a competitive tender process. The framework aims to optimize the value of public sector estates and deliver social value through development partnerships.
Why It's Important?
The inclusion of CBRE UK in the ESPO framework is significant for public sector organizations such as councils, NHS trusts, and central government departments. It provides these bodies with access to CBRE's expertise in managing and optimizing property assets, which can lead to improved efficiency and sustainability in public sector operations. This move is expected to enhance the delivery of public services and support the regeneration of public estates.
What's Next?
CBRE UK will begin working with various public sector organizations to implement strategic property management solutions. The focus will be on unlocking development potential and delivering social value through effective estate management. Stakeholders can anticipate improved collaboration and resource optimization as CBRE UK integrates its services within the framework.