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Homes England - Fire Risk Appraisal of External Walls (FRAEWs) Audit & Direct Appointment Providers (2025)

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

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23 Jan 2026 at 11:54

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process, managed by Homes England, involves the "Homes England - Fire Risk Appraisal of External Walls (FRAEWs) Audit & Direct Appointment Providers (2025)" project. This tender, with an industry classification of architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services, targets the assessment of fire risks associated with external walls. The procurement, valued at £9,000,000, encompasses the Cladding Safety Scheme and other government initiatives within England. Commencing on 5th January 2026 and concluding on 31st December 2029, this contract underwent an open procedure, reaching the award stage as of 23rd January 2026, following the initial award date of 27th October 2025. Homes England operates from Newcastle upon Tyne, playing a pivotal role in this directive.

This tender offers significant business development opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in fire risk assessments and building safety services. With established contracts awarded to six suppliers, including Airey Miller Ltd and Anstey Horne, the project invites businesses adept in architectural and engineering consultations. The process's open nature suggests competitive procurement, encouraging businesses across England to enhance their service offerings and expand their client base through participation in critical government safety schemes. The project's contract structure also allows for potential expansion over the initial 24-month period, further encouraging long-term business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Homes England - Fire Risk Appraisal of External Walls (FRAEWs) Audit & Direct Appointment Providers (2025)

Notice Description

Homes England had awarded contracts to six firms for the delivery of Fire Risk Appraisal of External Walls (FRAEWs) for cases where the entity responsible for the building is unable to pay for the FRAEW themselves and the audit and review of fire risk documentation including Fire Risk Assessments. This includes all FRAEWs in respect of the Cladding Safety Scheme (CSS) and wider government objectives as they arise. The initial contract periods are 24 months with the option to extend for a further 2 x 12 month periods. Other services related to FRAEW and building safety may be required as legislation is updated. Please note the values provided are estimates based on current available budget for these services.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-64701d98-54b9-45d2-bcb9-ced52d305709
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fab76b94-85ff-465f-a34f-ce111e2047f0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£9,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£9,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Oct 20253 months ago
Contract Period
5 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 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
HOMES ENGLAND (THE NAME ADOPTED BY THE HOMES AND COMMUNITIES AGENCY)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
6
Supplier Names

AIREY MILLER

ANSTEY HORNE

BAILEY PARTNERSHIP

FR CONSULTANTS

KEEGANS

PRP ARCHITECTURE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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