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Invitation to Tender for Asbestos Surveying, Sampling, Air Testing and Consultancy Services - AWARD

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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12 May 2026 at 09:45

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Summary of the contracting process

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council has completed the award stage for a tender involving asbestos surveying, sampling, air testing, and consultancy services. This contract, which is classified under technical inspection and testing services (CPV code 71630000), as well as asbestos removal services (CPV code 90650000), was competitively procured via an open procedure. The contract, worth £486,698.82, will run from 1st June 2026 to 31st May 2029. Key project locations include the West Midlands in the United Kingdom, with services being deployed across various regions, including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and globally. The tender process began with the release of documents via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal, and the deadline for submissions was set for 16th February 2026.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in asbestos management and environmental consultancy services. Companies with robust capabilities in technical inspection and testing may find this contract an ideal fit, especially those with experience operating within the UK and internationally. The successful suppliers, Bradley Environmental Consultants Ltd and Lucion Environmental Ltd, exemplify the type of expertise sought in such projects. Engaging with council-led projects like this can offer businesses a platform for growth, enabling them to expand their service offerings and market reach domestically and abroad. Those businesses looking to establish or strengthen partnerships with government entities will find this type of tender particularly advantageous.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Invitation to Tender for Asbestos Surveying, Sampling, Air Testing and Consultancy Services - AWARD

Notice Description

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking tenders from experienced organisations to assist in the delivery of a wide range of Asbestos Surveying, Sampling, Air-Testing and Consultancy Services and ancillary to support and complement existing in-house service(s), all in accordance with these Tender Documents. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the ITT and other related documents. In Order To View and Submit a Tender, you will be required to' Opt-In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: Monday 16 February 2026 at 15:00hrs

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b163e91-c4d9-4668-b6d3-4dce68128e2e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

90650000 - Asbestos removal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£486,698 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 May 20262 days ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B69 3DB
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
Oldbury
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

BRADLEY ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTS

LUCION ENVIRONMENTAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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