Tender

Asbestos Management Contract

BOLTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

15 Oct 2025 at 09:56

Summary of the contracting process

The Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking proposals for an Asbestos Management Contract, aimed at servicing the council's property portfolio under specific guidelines. This procurement is conducted as an Open Tender process pursuant to the Procurement Act 2023. The contract is scheduled to begin on 2 February 2026, with a duration of three years and an option for two additional twelve-month extensions. The procurement stage is at the 'Tender' phase with key deadlines, including the enquiry period ending on 7 November 2025 and the tender submission closing on 14 November 2025. Situated in Bolton, United Kingdom, this contract falls within the Architectural, Construction, Engineering, and Inspection Services category, with a gross value of £468,000.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in asbestos management and related services, particularly those capable of providing high-quality service alongside strong social value. The procurement method is open, encouraging a competitive landscape where experienced firms with the UKAS ISO/IEC 17020 accreditation can demonstrate their capability. SMEs and VCSEs are particularly encouraged to apply, reflecting the council's commitment to inclusive procurement practices. Successful bidders will benefit from a long-term collaboration with the council, contributing to business growth and stability through extended service provision and recognition in the public sector.

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Notice Title

Asbestos Management Contract

Notice Description

The Borough Council of Bolton ("the Authority") is prepared to receive tenders for an Asbestos Management Contract which will be subject to the information, specification and tender package enclosed. This procurement exercise is being run as an Open Tender under the Procurement Act 2023. The Authority will appoint a single (1) contractor onto the Contract. This tender is to provide Asbestos Management Services to the Councils property portfolio. It is intended for the Contract to commence on 2 February 2026 for a period of three (3) years. There is the option to extend for a further two (2) x twelve (12) month periods.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: A break clause after three years allows the Authority to review the provider and opt to extend for a further two (2) x twelve (12) month periods, but only if the provider continues to meet the contractual requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05cd16
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065502-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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


CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£468,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£468,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 1 Feb 2029 3-4 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
BOLTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
corporate.procurement@bolton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BOLTON
Postcode
BL1 1RU
Post Town
Bolton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD36 Greater Manchester North West
Delivery Location
TLD3 Greater Manchester

Local Authority
Bolton
Electoral Ward
Queens Park & Central
Westminster Constituency
Bolton North East

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