Asset Compliance & Assurance Framework 2026-30

COMMUNITIES & HOUSING INVESTMENT CONSORTIUM LTD (CHIC)

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Tender

20 May 2026 at 13:41

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11 Feb 2026 at 15:36

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24 May 2025 at 10:09

Planning

24 May 2025 at 09:46

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Communities & Housing Investment Consortium Ltd (CHIC) involves the "Asset Compliance & Assurance Framework 2026-30". This tender falls under the industry category of services and encompasses a diverse range of asset compliance, building safety, and assurance services across the United Kingdom. Based in Birmingham, CHIC operates as a centralised procurement authority. The project is currently in the tender stage, with an open procedure procurement method. Key deadlines include the tender submission closing on 30th June 2026 and the award period concluding on 14th August 2026. The framework is designed to support CHIC members in statutory compliance, risk management, and building safety over a four-year period, with a total estimated value of £220 million.

This framework presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in asset compliance and building safety. With various lots covering water hygiene, asbestos management, and compliance service assurance, firms with expertise in these areas are well-suited to compete. The framework supports delivery across the UK, offering suppliers the flexibility to indicate their regional capabilities, thus enabling small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to participate. The framework's flexible structure allows for additional services to be included on a call-off basis, aligning with specific member needs, thereby fostering robust supplier-client partnerships and expanding market reach for businesses across diverse compliance disciplines.

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Notice Title

Asset Compliance & Assurance Framework 2026-30

Notice Description

The Authority is seeking to establish a 4 year Closed Framework Contract (CFC) in accordance with Section 47(1)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23) for the provision of asset compliance, building safety and assurance services, structured across the lots outlined in the procurement documents. The services required under this framework will support a range of CHIC members and will apply to a diverse portfolio of domestic and non domestic assets, including individual properties, blocks and estates, as part of members' asset management, compliance and assurance programmes. The framework is intended to support members in meeting their statutory, regulatory and governance obligations, while managing risk to residents, staff and building users. CHIC is seeking to establish a multi disciplinary asset compliance and assurance framework, incorporating the specialist services identified within the lots and any other associated services that may reasonably be required to support compliant asset operation and building safety. Support may be required at any stage of the compliance lifecycle, including but not limited to risk assessment, inspection, monitoring, maintenance, remedial works, independent assurance, audit, reporting and verification. Services may relate to planned compliance programmes, responsive or corrective works, assurance exercises, or other compliance related requirements arising during the framework term. The Framework Contract will provide members with access to competent, pre qualified suppliers and their supply chains, delivering statutory compliance and assurance services across the asset compliance disciplines included within the framework. It is recognised that it is not possible to pre price every potential compliance activity that members may require over the duration of the framework. Accordingly, the Authority reserves the right to include additional, similar or associated services that fall within the broad scope of the framework, with pricing to be agreed between the individual member and the appointed supplier on a project by project or call off basis. The framework is intended to provide national coverage across the United Kingdom (UK). Suppliers will be given the opportunity to identify the geographical areas or regions in which they are able to deliver services as part of their submission, enabling members to select suppliers with appropriate local presence and capacity.

Lot Information

Water Storage and Distribution Systems

This lot aims to deliver a comprehensive range of water-hygiene services, including risk assessments, sampling, and the servicing, maintenance, installation and replacement of water-system components to ensure safe, efficient and compliant operation. Activities include accurate measurement and data capture, system cleaning, disinfection, commissioning, and the correct installation and upkeep of pipework, fittings and insulation. The lot aims to ensure long-term water-quality integrity, reliable system performance and effective control of water-hygiene risks.

Asbestos Management and Removal

This lot aims to provide comprehensive asbestos-management services across domestic and commercial properties, including surveys, sampling, analysis, register management, monitoring and advisory support. It covers both management and refurbishment/demolition surveys, emergency response, data provision in structured formats, and technical guidance to support safe decision-making. The lot ensures Members receive accurate asbestos information, effective risk assessment, and ongoing support to maintain safe, compliant buildings throughout the asset lifecycle. In addition, this Workstream covers asbestos removal, encapsulation, abatement and all associated licensed and non-licensed works, including the provision of enclosures, waste management, and controlled demolition where required.

Compliance Service Assurance

This Lot covers desktop-based audit, review and assurance activities only. All services are delivered through documentation review, data analysis, technical evaluation and digital evidence validation. No onsite inspections, surveys, intrusive investigations or physical attendance are included within this scope. Where an onsite activity is necessary to validate compliance, the Supplier will notify the Member for direct instruction under an alternative arrangement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052586
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046458-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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

71315100 - Building-fabric consultancy services

71315200 - Building consultancy services

71317210 - Health and safety consultancy services

71321000 - Engineering design services for mechanical and electrical installations for buildings

90650000 - Asbestos removal services

90913000 - Tank and reservoir cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£220,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
£220,000,000 £100M-£1B
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 20264 days to go
Future Notice Date
21 May 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Sep 2026 - 20 Sep 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
COMMUNITIES & HOUSING INVESTMENT CONSORTIUM LTD (CHIC)
Additional Buyers

COMMUNITIES AND HOUSING INVESTMENT CONSORTIUM LIMITED

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B18 6DS
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Soho & Jewellery Quarter
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

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