Tender

2025 - 1074 - Independent Disrepair Surveying Services

CITIZEN HOUSING GROUP LTD

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26 Jan 2026 at 12:37

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26 Jan 2026 at 11:50

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Summary of the contracting process

Citizen Housing Group Ltd, a public undertaking based in Birmingham, UK, is currently in the tender stage for a project titled "2025 - 1074 - Independent Disrepair Surveying Services." This procurement process is geared towards selecting a Strategic Partner to provide a comprehensive suite of disrepair surveying services for a period of up to two years, with an initial 12-month term extendable based on performance. The contract value is estimated to be between £60,000 and £80,000 per annum, with a maximum spend cap of £160,000 including VAT over the contract duration. The tender is classified under building surveying services, surveying services, and survey services, and it is specifically reserved for execution in the West Midlands region. The procurement method is an open competition below the threshold, with all submissions required to be made via the Citizen E-Procurement portal by 12:00 PM on 6th February 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in building and survey services. Companies that have expertise in providing detailed disrepair surveys, including CPR Part 35 Expert Reports, and those capable of preparing fully costed schedules of work in relation to disrepair claims, are well-suited to compete. With a focus on quality and competitive pricing, businesses can leverage this opportunity to establish or strengthen strategic partnerships with a prominent housing group. The procurement process is structured to ensure a clear and transparent competitive environment, facilitating growth for businesses adept at delivering high-quality services within stipulated guidelines.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

2025 - 1074 - Independent Disrepair Surveying Services

Notice Description

PLEASE NOTE: This is a closed, invite only process. Citizen would like to appoint a Strategic Partner for potentially a period of 2 years (12 Months + 12 Months). The initial term will be 12 Months with an optional extension to extend on the basis of contract performance. We intend to enter into a contract for a range of disrepair surveying services and advice including but not limited to: * To carryout comprehensive disrepair surveys in connection with s11 Landlord & Tenant Claims. Inspections to include date stamped photos of all elevations and for each alleged items of disrepair, including an inspection of the roof space (loft) where applicable. * To provide and submit detailed and fully compliant CPR Part 35 Expert Reports including appendices with date stamped photos for the purposes of the courts. * To prepare a fully costed (Natfed) schedule of works in connection with the disrepair claim. The estimated value of the Project is between PS60,000-PS80,000 per annum (p.a.), and a maximum PS160,000 (Inc. VAT) over the duration of the agreement. There is no guarantee of orders being placed during the contract and Citizen do not guarantee a minimum order quantity, the aforementioned figures act as a guide of a maximum spend cap permitted through the contract. If you wish to express an interest in this project please ensure you are registered and logged into our Portal. The 'Express Interest' button will only appear on the Tender Management page if you are logged in. Applicants are advised to ensure that they do not base their submission on discussions with any other member of Citizen Staff. If you require any clarification on matters contained within the Tender Documents, you must do so via Correspondence of the Citizen E-Procurement portal. Failure to observe this requirement may result in your bid being eliminated. Please note that in the case of tender clarifications where appropriate, answers will be circulated to all tenderers. NB: Should you require assistance or clarification on the use of In-Tend, please contact In-Tend support on 0845 557 8079 / +44 (0) 114 407 0065. You must upload your bid by using the 'Attach Documents' button and your return must be submitted via 'Submit Return' on the Citizen E-Procurement portal before the deadline date provided in the project details. You will have the option to modify you bid up until the deadline.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Initial term is 12 months, with the option to extend by a further 12 months.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060e53
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006621-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

71315300 - Building surveying services

71355000 - Surveying services

79311000 - Survey services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jan 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 26 Feb 2027 6-12 months
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
CITIZEN HOUSING GROUP LTD
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@citizenhousing.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B37 7YN
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG32 Solihull
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Solihull
Electoral Ward
Bickenhill
Westminster Constituency
Meriden and Solihull East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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