Provision of Estates Management Services: Retail, Commercial and Occupations

FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

23 Jun 2026 at 13:46

Planning

12 Feb 2026 at 14:44

Summary of the contracting process

The current procurement process initiated by First Greater Western Limited pertains to the "Provision of Estates Management Services: Retail, Commercial and Occupations". It falls under the industry category of Building consultancy services. The buying organisation is a private utility based in Wiltshire, United Kingdom, indicating a substantial opportunity for service provision across the UK. The procurement is in the tender stage, with an open procedure method, and the submission deadline is set for 23rd July 2026. The contract, valued at up to £1,680,000, aims to leverage estate management to maximise commercial property income and support asset management objectives, including tenancy matters and utility management. The contract period begins on 13th December 2026 and extends for three years with a possible one-year extension, contingent on performance.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for firms specialising in estate and building consultancy services, particularly those experienced in the rail industry. Firms that can demonstrate expertise in managing a diverse operational property portfolio, effectively handling lease renewals, rent reviews, and tenant relations, will find this opportunity particularly well-suited to their capabilities. The inclusion of areas such as environmental management and the integration of sustainability initiatives implies that businesses with a strong environmental, social, and governance (ESG) framework may have a competitive edge. The tender involves comprehensive service delivery that includes managing unauthorised access and coordination with Network Rail, making it an attractive prospect for businesses looking to expand their service offerings within the rail sector and contribute to efficient property management solutions.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of Estates Management Services: Retail, Commercial and Occupations

Notice Description

Provision of Estate Management Services across GWRs Operational Property Portfolio in maximising GWRs Commercial Property Income opportunities with existing and new Tenants. Supporting GWRs Customer Satisfaction and Asset Management requirements and being a Good and Efficient Operator, delivering a schedule of services, including, but not limited to: Lease / Tenancy Renewals; New Lettings withing the Premises; Rent Reviews; Terminations and Dilapidations; Assignments and Transfers; Accounting for Payments and Advice on Rental Performance; Management of Company Tenancies (Company being Landlord); Audit Management; Tenants Works Management; Advertising; Business Rates; General Property and Tenancy Matters; Environment and Sustainability Utilities & Waste Recovery (Tenants Billing) Traveller Management (unauthorised access) Filming Management Network Rail Management at NRIL Managed Stations Additional Services in support of GWRs Asset Management Life-Cycle Delivery in land acquisitions / operation / maintaining and disposal requirements

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Following the initial 3 year term and subject to performance of the contract, the contract may be extended by a further 12 months.

Planning Information

GWR is placing this PME notice in order to gauge the level of interest and capability in the market for Estates Management Services in the rail industry. Interested suppliers please email nick.miller@gwr.com with details of your experience for this type of contract. More information on the procurement process will be provided.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0652da
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059022-2026
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71315200 - Building consultancy services

71315210 - Building services consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,400,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,400,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
24 Jul 20265 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
16 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Dec 2026 - 12 Dec 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FIRST GREATER WESTERN 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
WILTSHIRE
Postcode
SN1 1HL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Swindon South

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