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Homes England - Removal of Pigeon Guano at Daedalus Site, 2026

HOMES ENGLAND (THE NAME ADOPTED BY THE HOMES AND COMMUNITIES AGENCY)

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18 Dec 2025 at 12:18

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18 Dec 2025 at 08:36

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17 Dec 2025 at 14:42

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25 Nov 2025 at 09:50

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Summary of the contracting process

Homes England is inviting tenders for the "Removal of Pigeon Guano at Daedalus Site, 2026," focusing on cleaning and sanitation services. This procurement process, initiated under an open procedure, targets the removal of pigeon guano from seven buildings located at the Daedalus Site in Lee on Solent, England. The contract has an anticipated value of £175,000 and has been designed to suit Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). The tender stage is currently active, with important updates having been made to the documentation, including the requirement for an HSE-licensed asbestos contractor to be involved. The final date for submission of tenders is set for 30th January 2026, with the contract period covering from 23rd February to 6th March 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in cleaning and sanitation services, particularly those with expertise in handling hazardous materials like asbestos. SMEs will find this contract appealing due to the procurement strategy's support for small enterprises. Companies well-versed in compliance with health and safety regulations and those holding the necessary qualifications for asbestos removal will be particularly competitive. Engaging in such public procurement contracts can aid in expanding a company's portfolio and fostering growth through experience gained in handling specialised, government-backed projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Homes England - Removal of Pigeon Guano at Daedalus Site, 2026

Notice Description

Removal of Pigeon Guano from 7 buildings at Daedalus Site, Lee on Solent. **IMPORTANT NOTICE - TENDER DOCUMENT AMENDMENT** Please note that amendments have been made to the Contract Notice and associated tender documents for this requirement. The Contract now requires the involvement of an HSE-licensed asbestos contractor, who must hold current membership of ARCA or ACAD. The tender documentation has been updated accordingly to reflect this requirement. In addition, the Contract Sum has been adjusted to allow for the potential removal of asbestos-containing materials. Suppliers must ensure that their submissions take full account of these amendments. Additional information: The opportunity can be accessed via the Homes England eTendering system. Suppliers wishing to be considered for this contract must register their expression of interest and submit a tender through Homes Englands eTendering system. If not already registered, suppliers must register at https://procontract.due-north.com/Login Homes England is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal data. The privacy notice aims to give you information on how Homes England collects and processes personal data provided to us, including information that you provide directly, and tell you about your rights and how the law protects you. Please refer to our Privacy Notice at https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/homes-england/about/personal-information-charter for further information. IMPORTANT NOTICE - TENDER DOCUMENT AMENDMENT Please note that amendments have been made to the Contract Notice and associated tender documents for this requirement. The Contract now requires the involvement of an HSE-licensed asbestos contractor, who must hold current membership of ARCA or ACAD. The tender documentation has been updated accordingly to reflect this requirement. In addition, the Contract Sum has been adjusted to allow for the potential removal of asbestos-containing materials. Suppliers must ensure that their submissions take full account of these amendments.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf756863-c657-45ee-9e51-0f26028a328d
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90900000 - Cleaning and sanitation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£175,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Dec 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
23 Feb 2026 - 6 Mar 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOMES ENGLAND (THE NAME ADOPTED BY THE HOMES AND COMMUNITIES AGENCY)
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tenders@tep.uk.com
Contact Phone
+44 3001234500

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE4 5BZ
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Arthur's Hill
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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