Tender

Groundworks and Fencing

QUALIS PROPERTY SOLUTIONS LTD

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Tender

13 Mar 2026 at 09:54

Summary of the contracting process

QUALIS Property Solutions Ltd, located in Epping, United Kingdom, is seeking tenders for a project titled "Groundworks and Fencing." This procurement, categorised under works, involves excavation, site preparation, fencing repairs, and installations in properties and communal areas managed by Epping Forest District Council. The tender is currently at the stage of submission, with the deadline for enquiries set for 3 April 2026, and submission ending on 10 April 2026. The contract duration spans from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2031, and operates under a selective procurement method via a competitive flexible procedure, prioritising quality with a weighted score of 60% and price with 40%. The procurement budget is set at £2,500,000, aiming to promote sustainability and comply with health and safety regulations, embodying a commitment to cost-effectiveness and social value.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the groundworks and fencing sectors, especially those specialising in construction, maintenance, repair services, and housing services. With an emphasis on sustainability, local employment, and carbon reduction, companies that value social responsibility and environmental stewardship are well-suited for this project. Small and medium-sized enterprises are encouraged to participate, with a focus on delivering a consistent, high-quality service to the community while reducing inconvenience through effective communication and scheduling. Firms with strong contract management and performance monitoring capabilities, along with accreditations like CHAS and Constructionline, will find this tender particularly advantageous for business growth.

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Notice Title

Groundworks and Fencing

Notice Description

The scoping document sets out the approach and requirements for the procurement and delivery of groundworks to properties and communal areas owned by Epping Forest district Council, with the objective of ensuring: * Undertaking works including excavation, clearance and preparation of sites. * Being fully compliant with all health and safety regulations. * Cost-effective, sustainable procurement that delivers value for money. Scope of Services Groundworks, including fencing repairs and new installations * Improvement of communal areas. * Designing out issues that may contribute to anti-social behaviour. * Ensuring areas are safe and fully operational for customers. * Using expertise to influence design specification of works. * Spoil removed from site, to be done so sustainably. Objectives * Deliver a consistent, quality service to customers. * Agree all appointments at convenient times with customers. * Communal works to be undertaken efficiently to agreed times, to reduce inconvenience to communities. * Follow variation guidance to ensure cost certainty. Quality Standards * Compliance with Building Regulations. * Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. * NHF Schedule of Rates 7.1 - Groundworks & Fencing. * Accreditation requirements: CHAS, Constructionline, timber suppliers CoC. * Ongoing performance monitoring and KPI reporting. Sustainability & Social Value * Use of sustainable materials and waste reduction strategies. * Commitment to carbon reduction in line with QPS and EFDC targets. * Promotion of local employment and apprenticeships. Risks and Mitigations Supply chain disruption - Access to multiple suppliers, forward ordering and local sourcing. Labour - Where possible recruit locally and limit subcontracting work. Tenant satisfaction - Clear communication with customers across the duration of the work including post-completion surveys. Governance & Performance Monitoring Dedicated contract management team with escalation routes. QPS to provide work orders in line with agreed programme quarterly. KPIs to include * Completions against Target Date * Planned Works in Progress updates. * Monthly performance reviews and quarterly strategic reporting. Conclusion This scoping document provides the framework for QPS's procurement and delivery of groundworks and fencing. The approach prioritises quality, cost-effectiveness, sustainability, ensuring alignment with both QPS's requirements and the long-term objectives of Epping Forest District Council. Please refer to the tender documents which will be emailed to you for completion. Length of contract will be for 5 years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06694b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022727-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

70 - Real estate services


CPV Codes

34928220 - Fencing components

45210000 - Building construction work

45342000 - Erection of fencing

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

70333000 - Housing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
10 Apr 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2031 Over 5 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
QUALIS PROPERTY SOLUTIONS LTD
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EPPING
Postcode
CM16 4BZ
Post Town
Chelmsford
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
Epping West & Rural
Westminster Constituency
Epping Forest

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