New CIF guidance released for 2026 – 2027 | The key changes you need to know + how Ingleton Wood can help…
The Department for Education has published updated Condition Improvement Fund (CIF) guidance, introducing several important updates for applicants.
Key changes:
- You must now evidence the compliant procurement of technical advisors.
- Schools in the School Rebuilding Programme can only apply for urgent legal compliance or health and safety issues.
- Contingency or provisional sums can’t be used to increase project scope.
- Non-compliant bids risk disqualification.
Submission deadline: 12 noon, 16th December 2025.
Selecting the right technical advisor is now more critical than ever to maximise the success of your bid.
Ingleton Wood’s expert team have a proven track record of supporting schools with successful, compliant CIF applications from concept to completion.
Contact our education funding specialists today to ensure your bid is compliant, competitive, and ready ahead of the deadline.
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