Around 16 of the chosen firms are national-scale specialists with the remaining 22 regional small and medium-sized enterprises.

Larger firms appointed to the planned works framework include Bell Group, CCG Scotland, Easy Heat Systems, McConnell, Procast, Sidey Solutions, and Wren Kitchens.

Procurement specialist PfH Scotland, which set up the framework, said it would be used provide a range of services including kitchens, bathrooms, windows, doors, electrical work, roofing, painting, decorating, property refurbishment.

The framework is divided into a dozen lots tailored to meet the specific needs of different regions in Scotland.

Social landlords can choose to procure products only or utilize a one-stop solution for both product supply and installation, with the option for full property refurbishment services available as well.

Scottish social landlords are facing unexpected remediation costs related to Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC), cladding, and issues with damp and mould. They must also comply with the Scottish Housing Quality Standard, fire safety regulations, and decarbonization standards, all while striving to keep rents as affordable as possible.

Chris McGinn, the commercial manager at PfH Scotland, said: “The challenges of high inflation and rising prices, combined with competing priorities, have placed immense pressure on already strained housing upkep budgets.”