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LDC & EBBC - Damp and Mould Works

Lewes District Council

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

16 Dec 2025 at 11:53

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

03 Oct 2025 at 08:32

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for Lewes District Council and Eastbourne Borough Council's Damp and Mould Works contract has reached the award stage, with the contract awarded on 8th December 2025. The contract is valued at a gross amount of £13,800,000 and involves building completion work within the "UKJ22" region in the United Kingdom. Both councils, classified as public authorities at the sub-central government level, sought committed partners to address damp and mould issues proactively. The procurement followed an open procedure, ensuring transparency and accessibility for interested bidders. The contract is scheduled to start on 1st April 2026 and run through to September 2030, with the possibility of an extension of up to five years, aligning with the updated legislation under "Awaab's Law" to maintain high standards in social housing.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for experienced contractors in the building completion sector to contribute to essential maintenance efforts and enhance housing conditions for local communities. The focus on quality and cost effectiveness makes it appealing for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), as evidenced by the high level of SME participation throughout the procurement process. The scope of work for tackling damp and mould problems aligns with emerging industry standards on sustainable housing solutions. Contractors with expertise in these areas stand to benefit from long-term business growth. With social housing improvement becoming a priority, suppliers that can deliver innovative solutions and adhere to the highest quality standards may find solid prospects in this sector. BELL GROUP LTD has been identified as the primary supplier, showcasing its capability to lead this initiative.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

LDC & EBBC - Damp and Mould Works

Notice Description

Lewes District Council and Eastbourne Borough Council's current Damp and Mould Contract expires on 31st March 2026. This contract presents an opportunity for experienced contractors to deliver high-quality services within our homes. We are seeking committed partners who can help maintain and enhance our homes to the highest standards. With the upcoming implementation of Awaab's Law, it is more important than ever for social landlords to take proactive, consistent action to address damp and mould in their properties.

Lot Information

Lot 1

LDC - Damp & Mould Works

Renewal: A period or periods up to 5 years

Lot 2

EBC - Damp & Mould Works

Renewal: A period or periods up to 5 years

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a771
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083287-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45400000 - Building completion work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£11,500,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£11,500,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
£11,500,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Dec 20258 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 30 Sep 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Lewes District Council
Additional Buyers

Eastbourne Borough Council

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EASTBOURNE
Postcode
BN7 2AD
Postcode Area
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
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Bridge
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BELL GROUP LTD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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