Consultancy Services FRA Surveys - 2026-27 (All Stock)

HARLOW DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Tender

19 Jun 2026 at 10:35

Summary of the contracting process

Harlow District Council is inviting bids for a contract titled "Consultancy Services FRA Surveys - 2026-27 (All Stock)" in the realm of architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services. The procurement is facilitated through an open tendering procedure, adhering to the Procurement Act 2023. Located in the region of UKH35, United Kingdom, this active tender seeks a single contractor to conduct Fire Risk Assessments on housing property estates and corporate buildings. Key deadlines include a submission closing date on 24th July 2026, with the award period concluding by 7th September 2026. The projected start of the contract is 12th October 2026, spanning a three-year period with an estimated gross value of £540,000.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for consultancy firms specialising in fire risk assessments and related services. The contract rewards not only competitive pricing but also high-quality method statements and social value propositions, making it ideal for businesses that can deliver comprehensive and reliable assessments. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, opening avenues for them to expand their expertise and client base within public sector procurement. With the procurement method established as open and the electronic submission of tenders permitted, this is a prime opportunity for experienced firms to secure a substantial government contract.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Consultancy Services FRA Surveys - 2026-27 (All Stock)

Notice Description

Harlow District Council (HDC) is seeking to procure a suitably qualified and experienced consultancy firm to undertake Fire Risk Assessment of the Council's housing property estates and corporate buildings as required. The procurement process is an Open tendering procedure in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023. The Authority will appoint a single (1) contractor on the contract. It is estimated that the contract will commence on 12th October 2026 for a period of three (3) years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b8e0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057965-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jun 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 Oct 2026 - 11 Oct 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
HARLOW DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HARLOW
Postcode
CM20 1WG
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
TLH35 West Essex

Local Authority
Harlow
Electoral Ward
Little Parndon & Town Centre
Westminster Constituency
Harlow

Further Information

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