watson successfully appointed to £1.5 billion Innovation chain north framework

Watson has been appointed by Great Places Housing Group to its Innovation Chain North (ICN) framework of contractors and consultants for the next 4 years.

The £1.5 billion framework has been designed to support delivery of new homes across the north of England, not only to support Great Places' affordable development programme but also other Housing Associations operating across the north of England.

One of the 103 contractors and consultants from the 206 that applied to be successful, Watson was selected based on technical competence, price and commitment to social value.

Commenting on their appointment Rob Watson, Director of Watson, said: “We are delighted to have been selected for the Innovation Chain North framework. This appointment reinforces the strong reputation we have cultivated over the years, collaborating to deliver high-quality, affordable homes across the North West.

“At Watson, we are dedicated to creating sustainable communities and providing homes that cater to the needs of local residents. Being part of this £1.5 billion framework enables us to further our mission and work alongside like-minded organisations to address the housing crisis in the north of England.

“We’re looking forward to strengthening our partnership with the housing associations and local authorities in the ICN framework. Together, we will endeavour to increase the supply of affordable homes in the region, foster innovation within the sector, and generate enduring social value for the communities we serve.”

Joanne Whitehead, Great Places' Development Performance Manager, responsible for managing the framework, added: “We are delighted to be working with Watson on our new ICN framework. We are confident they will be able to work with us and the clients of ICN in delivering the sector's extensive development ambitions in the North.”

The new £1.5 billion framework will run until June 2028.

For a full list of all the successful companies visit www.innovationchainnorth.co.uk/news/