Tender

Procurement of Asbestos Surveys, Air Monitoring and Bulk Analysis

NORWICH CITY SERVICES LIMITED

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Tender

05 Feb 2026 at 14:32

PlanningUpdate

06 Jan 2026 at 08:48

Planning

05 Jan 2026 at 11:22

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Norwich City Services Limited (NCSL), a public authority in Norwich, focuses on appointing a qualified local supplier for conducting asbestos surveys, air monitoring, and bulk analysis of properties maintained by NCSL on behalf of Norwich City Council. This open procedure tender falls under the service industry category of building surveying services. It is active, with the tender period closing on 5th March 2026 and the award period concluding on 13th March 2026. The estimated contract value is £525,000 excluding VAT, and services will be delivered in the UKH15 region. This procurement is governed by legal basis 2023/54 and aims at cost savings and efficiency improvements.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses operating within the building surveying and asbestos management sectors to collaborate with a prominent local government authority. It is particularly suited for SMEs and VCSEs capable of delivering high-quality and cost-effective services, given the 70% quality and 30% price criteria used in this procurement process. Prospective suppliers should be prepared to enter into a three-year contract starting from 1st April 2026, with the possibility of renewal at the discretion of the contracting authority, potentially extending up to 2031. Participation can open doors for establishing long-term partnerships and enhancing market visibility and credibility.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Procurement of Asbestos Surveys, Air Monitoring and Bulk Analysis

Notice Description

The main objective of this exercise is to source a competent local supplier to carry out Asbestos Surveys on the properties NCSL maintain and repair on behalf of Norwich City Council. During this exercise NCSL also aim to achieve cost savings, cost efficiencies and improved performance. Also to ensure value for money services and link to NCSL's priorities.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: At the discretion of the contracting authority. * Initial term: 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2029 * Extension period: 1st April 2029 to 31st March 2030 & 1st April 2030 to 31st March 2031

Planning Information

To take part in this pre-market engagement activity, please complete the MSForm, which can be found here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=NI90-qyko0OipIjtYLeekp_Ohf6JwpZImYlLTtAbEhZUMjNQMDFINVFLQ1BWV1g0UE9OVU9NRU8xSS4u

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ff21
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010543-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, 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

71315300 - Building surveying services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£525,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£525,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
5 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
27 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2031-01-27

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORWICH CITY SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
ncslprocurement@norwich.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR2 1NH
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
TLH15 Norwich and East Norfolk

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Mancroft
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

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