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ESCC-HP-Asbestos Surveys Refurbishment & Demolition Surveys for Schools and Non Schools Properties.

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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20 Mar 2026 at 08:00

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Summary of the contracting process

East Sussex County Council, located in Lewes, England, recently completed a procurement process involving asbestos surveys for refurbishment and demolition work in school and non-school properties, in accordance with the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. The procurement was conducted via a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with Pennington Choices Limited providing specialist services. The contract was awarded on 6th January 2026 and spans from 12th January 2026 to 30th November 2028, within the South East region of the United Kingdom. The awarded contract, valued at £255,000, focuses on asbestos-removal work, highlighting the importance of accurate and compliant asbestos management within the council's properties.

This tender presents significant business opportunities for consultancy firms specialising in asbestos removal and management, particularly small to medium enterprises (SMEs) that meet the requisite compliance standards. Businesses with expertise in asbestos consultancy services, including sampling, analysis, and management plans, stand to benefit from the extensive scope of work, ranging from onsite supervision to monitoring of asbestos removal. Given the detailed and focused nature of the requirements, firms with a robust portfolio in public sector services for health and safety compliance in construction can leverage this project for growth within the region. Such opportunities not only enhance revenue streams but also solidify expertise and reputation in the asbestos management industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ESCC-HP-Asbestos Surveys Refurbishment & Demolition Surveys for Schools and Non Schools Properties.

Notice Description

In compliance with the requirements set out under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, East Sussex County Council wishes to procure the services of a specialist Consultancy Firm to carry out asbestos management, refurbishment/demolition surveys to Council owned properties. The Authority would also like the Contractor to provide asbestos consultancy services including sampling and analysis, developing management plans and onsite supervision, management and monitoring of asbestos removal, encapsulation and small works, which will assist in the management and control of asbestos within the Council's property portfolio.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df290bf4-57a9-4889-be50-c01f218586a5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45262660 - Asbestos-removal work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£255,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£255,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jan 20262 months ago
Contract Period
12 Jan 2026 - 30 Nov 2028 2-3 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
EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEWES
Postcode
BN7 1SG
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Bridge
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PENNINGTON CHOICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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