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27 Jul 2026 at 11:50

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "PFH Asbestos Survey Services" was managed by Pickering & Ferens Homes, located in Sheffield, England. The tender, classified under the industry category "Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services" (CPV code 71600000), involved asbestos survey services including management, re-inspection, and refurbishment surveys across domestic and non-domestic properties in England. The contract, valued at GBP 94,132, was awarded through a direct award from the EN:Procure GEN4 Framework, specifically Lot 2 for Asbestos Survey Services. The procurement stage is complete, and the contract was officially awarded on 20th July 2026, set to commence on 1st August 2026 and to run until 31st July 2030, with an optional one-year extension.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in asbestos survey services, particularly those capable of delivering comprehensive technical testing and analyses. The procurement was tailored towards SMEs, providing an accessible pathway for smaller enterprises to secure a long-term engagement. Companies with expertise in building and survey services, especially those that are well-versed in handling asbestos, can leverage this project to expand their service portfolio and establish a strong foothold in the public procurement market. The partnership with Pickering & Ferens Homes, a reputable housing organisation, could enhance a company's credibility and visibility in the industry.

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Notice Title

PFH Asbestos Survey Services

Notice Description

Asbestos Survey Services including but not limited to Management surveys, re-inspection surveys and Refurbishment & Demolition surveys to be carried out in agreed domestic properties and in communal areas/non-domestic properties/spaces as instructed by the Employer. The contract is let on a JCT measured term basis with a 4 year fixed term with a 1 year extension option. The underlying contract is let via a Direct Award from Lot 2 (Asbestos Survey Services) of the EN:Procure GEN4 Asbestos, Demolition and Water Hygiene Framework.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ee3a9e24-53f4-4012-be0f-f0dac6a6894c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f99ad537-3ba8-48dd-a8d5-cff7221e77ab
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

71315000 - Building services

71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

79311000 - Survey services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£94,132 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£94,132 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PICKERING & FERENS HOMES
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S9 2JE
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
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
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
Darnall
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield South East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE TESTINGLAB

Further Information

Notice Documents

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