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NEPO234 - Asbestos Management

THE ASSOCIATION OF NORTH EAST COUNCILS LIMITED

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Planning

25 Jun 2026 at 13:03

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
PlanningUpdate

10 Jun 2026 at 08:02

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Planning

26 May 2026 at 13:43

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, orchestrated by The Association of North East Councils Limited, is currently in the planning stage for a framework agreement titled "NEPO234 - Asbestos Management." This initiative focusses on services within the asbestos management industry, covering surveying and removal works in both domestic and non-domestic public sector settings across the United Kingdom. The contracting process utilises an open procedure, slated to start its engagement phase with a supplier engagement event scheduled for 9th July 2026, and soft market testing responses due by 24th July 2026. The framework is primarily designed to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) on regional lots, comprising approximately 20% of the total £150 million framework value, with the national lots accounting for the majority.

This tender represents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in asbestos management and removal services, particularly for SMEs in regions such as Northumberland, Tyne & Wear, Durham, and Tees Valley. The framework's multi-lot structure allows companies to participate in specific areas of expertise, capitalising on the demand across various public-sector establishments. The split between regional and national lots, along with its multi-supplier nature, offers diverse entry points for companies to engage with public sector clients and expand their market presence within the UK. This initiative underlines NEPO's commitment to fostering regional economic growth and supporting SMEs by providing structured and strategic procurement opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NEPO234 - Asbestos Management

Notice Description

The Association of North East Councils trading as the North East Procurement Organisation (NEPO) is establishing a framework for Asbestos Management (NEPO234). This will be a multi-supplier, multi-lot framework for asbestos surveying and asbestos removal works across a variety of public-sector settings throughout the United Kingdom. The framework will be split into the following lots: * Lot 1 - Asbestos Surveying and Analytical Services - Non-Domestic Properties -Northumberland and Tyne & Wear * Lot 2 - Asbestos Removal Works within Non-Domestic Properties - Northumberland and Tyne & Wear * Lot 3 - Asbestos Surveying and Analytical Services - Domestic Properties - Northumberland and Tyne & Wear * Lot 4 - Asbestos Removal Works within Domestic Properties - Northumberland and Tyne & Wear * Lot 5 - Asbestos Surveying and Analytical Services - Non-Domestic Properties -Durham & Tees Valley * Lot 6 - Asbestos Removal Works within Non-Domestic Properties - Durham and Tees Valley * Lot 7 - Asbestos Surveying and Analytical Services - Domestic Properties - Durham & Tees Valley * Lot 8 - Asbestos Removal Works within Domestic Properties - Durham and Tees Valley. * Lot 9 - Asbestos Surveying and Analytical Services - Non-Domestic Properties - National * Lot 10 - Asbestos Removal Works within Non-Domestic Properties - National * Lot 11 - Asbestos Surveying and Analytical Services - Domestic Properties - National * Lot 12 - Asbestos Removal Works within Domestic Properties - National The PS150m value is predominantly associated with the national lots, with regional lots comprising approximately 20% of the total value, reflecting their intended focus on SME participation and regional delivery. NEPO is a Centralised Procurement Authority as defined in the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23), providing central purchasing activity on behalf of Contracting Authorities. The agreement will be available to NEPO Member Authorities and all current and future Associate Members. Current Associate Members are listed in the Associate Member section of the NEPO website at: https://www.nepo.org/associate-members NEPO intends to make the agreement available for use by all Contracting Authorities throughout all administrative regions of the UK (as defined by the Procurement Act 2023). A list of permissible users available at: http://www.nepo.org/associate-membership/permissible-users Organisations wishing to access the NEPO agreement will be required to register as a NEPO Associate Member in the first instance. Further information can be found at: www.nepo.org Further and full information regarding Contracting Authorities that may use the agreement can be found in the Procurement Documents when they are published.

Planning Information

As part of the market engagement process, NEPO will issue a Soft Market Testing (SMT) questionnaire to gather initial feedback from the supplier market. The questionnaire is expected to be published on the Open e-Tendering platform on 3rd July 2026, with responses requested by 24th July 2026. Interested suppliers will be able to access the questionnaire via https://www.open-uk.org. In addition, NEPO will host a supplier engagement event via Microsoft Teams. This session will provide an overview of the proposed requirement and give interested suppliers the opportunity to ask questions, share feedback and contribute insights to help shape the procurement approach. The presentation will be delivered on 9th July 2026. Suppliers wishing to attend should register their interest by contacting construction@nepo.org Please note that all dates provided are indicative and may be subject to change.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a3cd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059879-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

45262660 - Asbestos-removal work

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
26 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Jan 2027 - 24 Jan 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE ASSOCIATION OF NORTH EAST COUNCILS 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
GATESHEAD
Postcode
NE8 3DF
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Gateshead
Electoral Ward
Bridges
Westminster Constituency
Gateshead Central and Whickham

Further Information

Notice Documents

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