This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

25 Jun 2026 at 16:30

Award

25 Jun 2026 at 11:27

Tender

13 Mar 2026 at 09:46

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for drainage works on properties and communal areas owned by Epping Forest District Council has concluded. The buying organisation, Qualis Property Solutions Ltd, a public undertaking based in Epping, engaged in a 'selective' procurement method, known as a competitive flexible procedure, to secure a supplier for this contract. The initiative, titled "Drainage," falls under the works category with the legal basis rooted in legislation 2023/54 UKPGA. After the tender stage closed on 10 April 2026, the contract was awarded on 1 May 2026 to Five Environmental Ltd, an SME, with the contract starting on 1 July 2026 and concluding on 30 June 2031. The project focuses on ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and the effective management of drainage, including emergency responses and future-proofing installations, within the region of UKH3 United Kingdom.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in drainage works, particularly those equipped to provide rapid emergency responses and sustainable services. With a gross contract value of £786,000, this initiative underscores the significance of sustainable procurement and adherence to stringent health and safety standards. The contract offers growth potential for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) capable of delivering quality services aligned with public sector requirements. Additionally, businesses with the ability to support local employment and adhere to regulations surrounding drainage and waste disposal will find this opportunity well-suited to their capabilities, allowing them to expand their operational scope and tap into the public sector’s infrastructural projects.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Drainage

Notice Description

This scoping document sets out the approach and requirements for the procurement and delivery of Drainage works to properties and communal areas owned by Epping Forest district Council, with the objective of ensuring: Undertaking works including clearing, excavation, preparation of all drainage. Being fully compliant with all health and safety regulations. Cost-effective, sustainable procurement that delivers value for money. Drainage, including clearing blockages and new installations Ensure drainage serving EFDC dwellings and communal areas are free from obstructions. Emergency response (2 to 4hrs) to environmental issues or serious disruption to customers. Provide support to our Out of Hours service, evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays. Identifying defects within drainage layouts, to prevent reoccurring issues. New installations are future proofed to ensure improved use. Spoil removed from site, to be done so in accordance with all regulations, with all surfaces decontaminated.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066941
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060003-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45232452 - Drainage works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£645,833 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£645,833 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
£1,255,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 May 20263 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jul 2026 - 30 Jun 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
QUALIS PROPERTY SOLUTIONS LTD
Additional Buyers

Qualis Property Solutions Ltd

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LOUGHTON
Postcode
IG10 3FQ
Postcode Area
Ilford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH35 West Essex
Delivery Location
TLH3 Essex

Local Authority
Epping Forest
Electoral Ward
Loughton Roding
Westminster Constituency
Epping Forest

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FIVE ENVIRONMENTAL LTD

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