The National Federation of Builders, (NFB) has launched a new online Tendering Portal designed to give members streamlined access to publicly advertised construction contract opportunities across England, Scotland and Wales.
The platform brings together construction tenders that are typically spread across multiple procurement websites into a single searchable system within the NFB members’ area.
The initiative is aimed at helping construction firms identify relevant opportunities more quickly and manage tender pipelines more efficiently.
Single access point for construction tenders
The portal allows users to search opportunities using filters including keyword, contract value, publication date, submission deadline, location and construction-specific CPV codes covering works, maintenance, repair, and professional services such as architecture, engineering and inspection.
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Additional CPV codes can also be applied for firms operating in specialist sectors.
Members are able to create and save multiple search profiles, enabling them to build tailored opportunity pipelines and receive automated email alerts when matching tenders are published. Notifications also include reminders ahead of submission deadlines.
Supporting tools and guidance
Alongside the portal, members can access a tendering guide via Ask NFB, as well as instructional content explaining how to set up searches and alerts.
James M. Butcher, Deputy Chief Executive of the National Federation of Builders, said: “The NFB Tendering Portal is part of our wider work to modernize how we support members and make it easier for them to access real commercial opportunities. We want membership to deliver practical value day to day, as well as representation at a national level.
By bringing tender opportunities together in one place and allowing members to tailor alerts to their business, this portal helps firms save time, stay informed and compete more effectively for work.”
Sector context
The launch comes amid continued pressure on construction firms to improve efficiency in bidding processes, with contractors increasingly relying on digital tools to track procurement opportunities and manage workload across fragmented public sector tender systems.
