This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

12 May 2026 at 14:34

Tender

27 Jan 2026 at 11:28

Planning

04 Dec 2025 at 10:41

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Valuation Services 2026" contract was conducted by Believe Housing Limited, a public authority located in Seaham, United Kingdom. This tender, structured into three distinct lots (Asset Management Valuations, Development Valuations, and Strategic Disposal Valuations), falls under the services category with a focus on real estate and surveying services. The open procurement method used allowed for electronic bid submissions. While the tender period concluded on 3rd March 2026, awards were granted on 12th May 2026. Contracts commence on 1st July 2026, extending until 30th June 2028, with possibilities for two additional 12-month renewals.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs like Align Property Partners Limited, the awarded supplier for two lots. The contract invites businesses with expertise in real estate and building surveying services to participate, offering substantial contract values. SMEs with experience in asset management, development, and strategic valuation in real estate can leverage this opportunity to collaborate with a sub-central government authority, gaining exposure and expanding their portfolios within the public sector. The open procedure ensures fair competition, allowing capable businesses to demonstrate value through competitive bidding.

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Notice Title

Valuation Services 2026

Notice Description

Believe housing is seeking to procure Valuation Services to support Assets and Development Teams, structured into three distinct Lots to address specific operational requirements. Lot 1: Asset Management Valuations Lot 2: Development Valuations Lot 3: Strategic Disposal Valuations

Lot Information

Lot 1: Asset Management Valuations

Renewal: might be extended up to 12-months on two occasions

Lot 2: Development Valuations

Renewal: might be extended up to 12-months on two occasions

Lot 3: Strategic Disposal Valuations

Renewal: might be extended up to 12-months on two occasions

Planning Information

Early Market Engagement Questionnaire available via e-Tendering Portal (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/believehousing/aspx/Home). Deadline for submission of responses to engagement questionnaire is by 17:00 on Thursday the 11th December 2025. Only completed questionnaire is required no face-to-face sessions are offered. All providers are welcome to express their interest in one, two or three lots. Full details available within the questionnaire document.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ee87
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043560-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

70 - Real estate services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

70300000 - Real estate agency services on a fee or contract basis

71315300 - Building surveying services

71355000 - Surveying services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£280,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£280,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
19 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
11 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
2028-01-26

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BELIEVE HOUSING LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SEAHAM
Postcode
SR7 7TT
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC14 Durham

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Dawdon
Westminster Constituency
Easington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALIGN PROPERTY PARTNERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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