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TenderUpdate

26 Jun 2026 at 14:27

Tender

23 Jun 2026 at 13:46

Planning

12 Feb 2026 at 14:44

Summary of the contracting process

First Greater Western Limited is seeking to procure Estate Management Services for its operational property portfolio under an active tender. This procurement is aimed at maximising commercial property income opportunities with existing and new tenants, supporting customer satisfaction, and asset management needs across Great Western Railways. The contract, valued at GBP 1,680,000, falls under the industry category of building consultancy services and will be delivered in the United Kingdom. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with an open procedure method being deployed. Interested suppliers should submit their interest by 24th July 2026, with the award decision expected by 22nd August 2026.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in building consultancy and estate management services. The contract is well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) capable of managing complex property portfolios, delivering services such as lease renewals, rent reviews, tenant management, and sustainability initiatives. Businesses that can enhance the retail offerings, improve safety management, and provide high-quality property management solutions, while effectively managing environmental, social, and governance matters, will find this an ideal opportunity to partner with a major player in the rail industry. Additionally, the contract has the potential for extension of up to 12 months beyond the initial three-year term based on performance, offering further growth potential.

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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/060457-2026
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
26 Jun 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jul 20263 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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