Planning

Asset Operation Maintenance and Response Framework 2

ENVIRONMENT AGENCY

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the Environment Agency is currently at the planning stage for the "Asset Operation Maintenance and Response Framework 2". This initiative involves significant works for construction and civil engineering tasks across several UK regions, including UKC, UKD, UKF, UKG, UKJ, and UKK. Initial expressions of interest are being sought through a pre-market engagement activity not yet a competition, with a Pre-Market Engagement Questionnaire due by 10:00 am on 22nd June 2026. The completion of the contract is planned from January 2028 to January 2032. The procurement framework is valued at £1 billion, with a gross value of £1.2 billion, and is anticipated to be governed by the legislative framework established by '2023/54 UKPGA'.

This procurement presents considerable opportunities for businesses, particularly those involved in construction, environmental services, and engineering sectors, who are interested in securing long-term contracts within a framework agreement. The framework is suited for SMEs and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs), offering a chance for businesses to significantly expand their operations and establish lasting partnerships. Companies with expertise in flood-prevention works, landscaping, technical inspections, and maintenance services, among others, are well-suited to align their capabilities with the Environment Agency’s project requirements. By participating in the planning discussions now, businesses can influence the procurement strategy and position themselves effectively for future opportunities within the framework.

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Notice Title

Asset Operation Maintenance and Response Framework 2

Notice Description

The Environment Agency (EA) is seeking expressions of interest from organisations to participate in pre-market engagement activity in relation to the forthcoming procurement of an Asset Operation, Maintenance, and Response 2 Framework. The purpose of this questionnaire is to gather additional feedback from the market which will help to develop the procurement strategy for this Framework. Please note: This is NOT a call for competition. The procurement remains subject to approval. The EA does not intend to be bound by any information at this stage and makes no commitment to incorporate any recommendations or suggestions within the final procurement documents. All information provided is subject to change including the programme, contract value and is not a guarantee of the level of work that will be generated through any future Framework.

Planning Information

Further information regarding the Pre-Market Engagement Questionnaire and supporting information are available upon request. If interested please email: AOMRReplacement@defra.gov.uk The deadline for return of the Pre-Market Engagement Questionnaire is 10:00am Monday 22nd June 2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a5bd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051590-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

42 - Industrial machinery

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

70 - Real estate services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

76 - Services related to the oil and gas industry

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

31682210 - Instrumentation and control equipment

42122000 - Pumps

45000000 - Construction work

45112700 - Landscaping work

45112710 - Landscaping work for green areas

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45220000 - Engineering works and construction works

45221100 - Construction work for bridges

45221220 - Culverts

45243000 - Coastal-defence works

45243300 - Sea wall construction work

45243500 - Sea defences construction work

45243510 - Embankment works

45243600 - Quay wall construction work

45246100 - River-wall construction

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45246400 - Flood-prevention works

45246410 - Flood-defences maintenance works

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45247220 - Weir construction work

45247270 - Reservoir construction works

45248100 - Canal locks construction work

45262640 - Environmental improvement works

45315100 - Electrical engineering installation works

45342000 - Erection of fencing

45351000 - Mechanical engineering installation works

50511000 - Repair and maintenance services of pumps

50514200 - Repair and maintenance services of reservoirs

70332100 - Land management services

71313450 - Environmental monitoring for construction

71333000 - Mechanical engineering services

71334000 - Mechanical and electrical engineering services

71400000 - Urban planning and landscape architectural services

71420000 - Landscape architectural services

71421000 - Landscape gardening services

71541000 - Construction project management services

71631400 - Technical inspection services of engineering structures

76600000 - Pipeline-inspection services

77211300 - Tree-clearing services

77211400 - Tree-cutting services

77211500 - Tree-maintenance services

77300000 - Horticultural services

77310000 - Planting and maintenance services of green areas

77312000 - Weed-clearance services

77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

77314100 - Grassing services

77315000 - Seeding services

90700000 - Environmental services

90711500 - Environmental monitoring other than for construction

90712400 - Natural resources management or conservation strategy planning services

90720000 - Environmental protection

90922000 - Pest-control services

92533000 - Nature reserve services

92534000 - Wildlife preservation services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jun 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
11 May 202712 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Jan 2028 - 16 Jan 2032 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ENVIRONMENT AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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