Tender

Invitation to Tender for Asbestos Surveying, Sampling, Air Testing and Consultancy Services

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

09 Jan 2026 at 12:04

Summary of the contracting process

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is inviting bids for a contract titled "Invitation to Tender for Asbestos Surveying, Sampling, Air Testing and Consultancy Services." The procurement process is currently in the tender stage and is being conducted through an open procedure. The contract focuses on technical inspection and testing services within the asbestos removal sector, under the industry categories of CPV 71630000 and CPV 90650000. The services are to be delivered within the UK region classified as UKG37, with a closing date for submissions set for 16 February 2026 at 15:00. Key locations include Tipton, Wednesbury, West Bromwich, Rowley, Oldbury, and Smethwick. The procurement process is above the financial threshold, with an estimated total contract value of £400,000 to £480,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in asbestos surveying and removal to expand their operations and engage with a public authority at the sub-central government level. SMEs are encouraged to participate, as the procurement is structured to award contracts to different regions, allowing firms the potential to secure work in either the northern or southern parts of Sandwell. The contract period spans from 1 May 2026 to 30 April 2028, with possibilities for extensions, potentially increasing the scope for long-term business growth. Businesses equipped to handle comprehensive asbestos services and who have experience complying with public-sector tendering processes will find this an ideal opportunity to enhance their portfolio and establish a robust commercial relationship with the council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Invitation to Tender for Asbestos Surveying, Sampling, Air Testing and Consultancy Services

Notice Description

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking tenders from experienced organisations to assist in the delivery of a wide range of Asbestos Surveying, Sampling, Air-Testing and Consultancy Services and ancillary to support and complement existing in-house service(s), all in accordance with these Tender Documents. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the ITT and other related documents. In Order To View and Submit a Tender, you will be required to' Opt-In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: Monday 16 February 2026 at 15:00hrs

Lot Information

North

Tipton/Wednesbury/West Bromwich (plus Edgmond Hall, Plas Gwynant, Ingestre Hall)

Renewal: Contract Period 01 May 2026 - 30 April 2028 with the option to extend for a further 1 (one) year period on a maximum of 2 [two] occasions, for a period of up to 1 (one) year on each occasion (each a "Renewal Period") at the Council's sole discretion

South

Rowley/Oldbury/Smethwick (plus Frank Chapman

Renewal: Contract Period 01 May 2026 - 30 April 2028 with the option to extend for a further 1 (one) year period on a maximum of 2 [two] occasions, for a period of up to 1 (one) year on each occasion (each a "Renewal Period") at the Council's sole discretion

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0602a6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001798-2026
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

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

90650000 - Asbestos removal 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
9 Jan 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2028 2-3 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
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Carole Le Roux
Contact Email
carole_leroux@sandwell.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
OLDBURY
Postcode
B69 3DE
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
TLG37 Sandwell

Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
Oldbury
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Further Information

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