Tender

Maxwell Building 8th Floor Asbestos Remediation

UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD

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05 Feb 2026 at 14:21

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Salford, a notable public institution in Greater Manchester, is seeking a Principal Contractor for the "Maxwell Building 8th Floor Asbestos Remediation" project. This open tender, under the works category, involves asbestos removal, environmental cleaning, and refurbishment including new ceilings, flooring, corridor doors, and lighting upgrades. The project is situated at the Maxwell Building on the Peel Park campus in Salford. The key dates are site commencement on 18th May 2026 with a practical completion by 13th July 2026, and the tender closing on 2nd March 2026. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, allowing open competition below the threshold.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses in the construction and environmental services sectors, particularly those experienced in asbestos remediation and building refurbishment. The project’s value is estimated at £540,000, presenting a sizeable contract for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) equipped to deliver high-quality results. Businesses with strong capabilities in quality assurance, technical capacity, and sustainability will be well-positioned to succeed, as the award criteria favour quality over price with a significant weighting towards technical capacity and supervision. This project not only presents financial growth prospects but also enables businesses to collaborate closely with a leading educational institution and enhance their portfolio in the public works domain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Maxwell Building 8th Floor Asbestos Remediation

Notice Description

1.1.1. The University of Salford (UoS) is a leading public institution located in Greater Manchester, UK, with a strong reputation for combining academic excellence and industry engagement. Established in 1967, it serves over 20,000 students across undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programs. Salford is recognised for its close ties to industry, particularly in media, health, engineering, and digital sectors, supported by its strategic location adjacent to MediaCityUK. 1.1.2. The University is the single occupier of the Maxwell Building. The building houses professional services, teaching spaces and a canteen on the ground floor. The building is located centrally on the Peel Park campus and is the main campus reception. The proposed work area is located on the North Wing of the 8th floor which is currently used for teaching and office space. 1.1.3. The University has been unable to access several ceiling voids across the 8th floor due to the presence of asbestos containing materials in varying condition. To address this, the University proposes to remove the asbestos containing materials and carry out an environmental clean of the affected ceiling voids in accordance with the Life Environmental Removal Specification contained within Appendix E. The works will also involve the replacement of existing suspended ceilings, new floor finishes, new corridor doors and lighting upgrades. The University intends to appoint a Principal Contractor to deliver all elements of the works under a single package. 1.1.4. The scheme will be completed during the normal works hours of Monday to Friday 07:30 - 17:00. It is proposed the University will vacate the North Wing of the 8th Floor, for the full duration of works however the wider building, including the adjoining spaces on the 8th Floor, will be in use for the duration of the construction period. Contractors must outline how works will be segregated to allow continued use of the building within the quality response. 1.1.5. Indicative project timescales: # Site Commencement - Monday 18th May 2026 # Practical Completion - Monday 13th July 2026

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06490d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010534-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

31527260 - Lighting systems

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£540,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£540,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
2 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 May 2026 - 13 Jul 2026 1-6 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
UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD
Additional Buyers

ATKINSRÉALIS UK LIMITED

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement-finance@salford.ac.uk, ukwinwork@atkinsrealis.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M5 4WT
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ26 East Surrey
Delivery Location
TLD3 Greater Manchester

Local Authority
Epsom and Ewell
Electoral Ward
Woodcote & Langley Vale
Westminster Constituency
Epsom and Ewell

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