Award

LDC & EBBC - Drainage Works

LEWES DISTRICT COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

16 Dec 2025 at 13:54

Tender

10 Oct 2025 at 12:15

Summary of the contracting process

Lewes District Council and Eastbourne Borough Council have awarded contracts for drainage works for their joint housing stock, totalling approximately 6,700 homes. The procurement process has been completed under an open competition method, below threshold, with the contracts awarded to Five Environmental Ltd. This initiative addresses the critical need for effective drainage systems to ensure the properties are safe and hygienic for residents. The contract spans from 1st April 2026 to 30th September 2030, with potential renewals extending up to an additional five years. The industry category for this procurement is works, specifically focused on drainage, with the tender notice published on 10th October 2025. The anticipated milestone for the signature of the contract is due by 31st January 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in drainage works, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) given the procurement's openness to competition. With contracts valuing £540,000 and £840,000 gross for different lots, this offers substantial revenue potential for contractors. Businesses with capabilities in delivering efficient, high-quality drainage services will be well-placed to respond to similar future tenders. Given the extensive contractual period and possible renewal options, companies involved have the chance for long-term partnership and growth within the sector. Engaging in public sector contracts with councils like Lewes and Eastbourne can help firms enhance their portfolio by demonstrating reliable service delivery in essential infrastructure projects.

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Notice Title

LDC & EBBC - Drainage Works

Notice Description

Lewes District Council and Eastbourne Borough Council are seeking a partner to deliver a comprehensive drainage repairs service across their combined housing stock of approximately 6,700 homes. As a social landlord, Lewes & Eastbourne have a responsibility to ensure that the homes and estates they manage are safe, hygienic, and free from avoidable structural or environmental damage. Effective drainage is essential to the proper functioning of properties and the health and wellbeing of residents. The contract will deliver drainage works to fulfil this responsibility.

Lot Information

Lot 1

LDC - Drainage Works

Renewal: A period or periods up to 5 years

Lot 2

EBC - Drainage Works

Renewal: A period or periods up to 5 years

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05acbb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083393-2025
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45232452 - Drainage works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,150,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,150,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£1,150,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEWES DISTRICT COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

EASTBOURNE BOROUGH COUNCIL

Contact Name
James White
Contact Email
james.white@lewes-eastbourne.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EASTBOURNE
Postcode
BN21 4UG
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
TLJ22 East Sussex CC

Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Bridge
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FIVE ENVIRONMENTAL

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