Tender

Asbestos Management Services

THE UNIVERSITY OF WESTMINSTER

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Tender

29 Oct 2025 at 08:26

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Westminster has initiated a tender process for Asbestos Management Services, aiming to conduct an extensive asbestos survey across its estate in London. This falls under the industry category of "Building services" and is classified within public authority - sub-central government. The procurement process is at the tender stage, utilising an open procedure. Important deadlines to be mindful of include the submission deadline on 27th November 2025, with the enquiry period closing on 14th November 2025. The contract period is expected to commence on 1st January 2026 and conclude by the end of December 2028. Interested parties should be prepared for potential renewal extensions of up to 24 months, conditionally based on the quality of service provided.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities specifically for contractors specialising in risk management and legal compliance within the hazardous materials sector. Businesses that can demonstrate strong experience in asbestos surveying and management, supported by robust delivery methodologies, are likely to be well-suited for this contract. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to bid, given the suitability criteria favouring such entities. The evaluation will focus on both quality and commercial criteria, with an emphasis on innovative, flexible service provision and cost-effective pricing strategies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Asbestos Management Services

Notice Description

University is seeking to commission a competent contractor to undertake an estate-wide asbestos survey and to issue a comprehensive Asbestos Register and support ongoing compliance and risk management. Objectives * To identify and assess the presence, type, condition, and extent of Asbestos Containing Materials (ACMs) across the University Estate. * To ensure legal compliance with ISBN: 9780717666188 * To provide a new Asbestos Register and provide recommendations for risk mitigation and management. * To provide accurate survey data to support planned maintenance, refurbishment, or demolition activities. (Please refer to Appendix B - Asbestos Register as a template for you to populate).

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 24 months either as a single extension period or 2 extensions of 12 months each. Extension reliant on quality of service provision

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d5d5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069206-2025
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71315000 - Building services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Oct 20252 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 Nov 20252 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF WESTMINSTER
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
phelpss@westminster.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W1B 2HW
Post Town
West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
West End
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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