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ABP Professional Services Framework

ASSOCIATED BRITISH PORTS

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29 Jun 2026 at 17:29

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
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29 Jun 2026 at 11:53

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Associated British Ports (ABP) is planning the procurement of a multi-supplier Professional Services Framework, titled "ABP Professional Services Framework." This framework, under the management of ABP as the buying organisation, is geared towards servicing a wide array of project management, engineering, property, and advisory needs. It is set to commence in 2027 and covers regions across the United Kingdom, involving industry categories like project management, architectural services, and environmental consultancy. The procurement is in the planning stage as of June 29, 2026, with an expression of interest deadline set for August 21, 2026. The framework is designed to operate as an open framework, capable of periodic re-opening for additional suppliers, with a budget of £90 million gross (£75 million net) and a duration potential of up to eight years, ending by May 2035.

This tender represents significant growth opportunities for businesses offering project management, engineering, consultancy, and architectural services. The planned framework encompasses numerous lots and sub-lots, favouring both national reach and regional expertise, promoting engagement from Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) as well as larger firms capable of handling large-scale projects. Competitive selection involves a two-stage process: an initial pre-selection questionnaire followed by an invitation to tender, where submissions will be evaluated both technically and commercially. Businesses capable of registering through the In-Tend e-sourcing portal and demonstrating compliance, financial stability, health and safety adherence, technical capability, and relevant experience are well-suited to compete in this process, thereby securing a role in enhancing ABP's strategic and operational objectives across the UK.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ABP Professional Services Framework

Notice Description

The Contracting Authority intends to establish a multi-supplier Professional Services Framework to support a broad range of project, engineering, property, and specialist advisory requirements across its operations. The framework will enable the delivery of services in support of major capital projects, regional investment programmes, and property-related activities, providing access to a diverse and capable supply chain. The requirement includes, but is not limited to: Project and programme management services Design and engineering services Architectural services Planning and consent support Property and asset-related consultancy Specialist technical advisory services The framework will be structured into multiple Lots and Sub-Lots, including both national and regional delivery models, to ensure appropriate alignment of supplier capability with project scale, complexity, and geographic requirements. Regional elements are intended to support local supplier participation and SME engagement, alongside larger national providers. The framework is expected to operate as an open framework arrangement, with the potential for periodic re-opening to introduce additional suppliers and maintain competitive tension over its duration.

Lot Information

Lot 1a - Project Support Services (National)

Provision of project, programme, cost, commercial, procurement and governance support across the full project lifecycle including interface management, risk, delivery control and close-out.

Renewal: As this is being procured as an open framework, the contracting Authority will re-open and award the framework inline with the open framework Guidance.

Lot 1b - Project Support Services (Regional)

Provision of project, programme, cost, commercial, procurement and governance support across the full project lifecycle including interface management, risk, delivery control and close-out for regionally delivered projects, with emphasis on local presence, responsiveness, and knowledge of regional delivery requirements.

Renewal: As this is being procured as an open framework, the contracting Authority will re-open and award the framework inline with the open framework Guidance.

Lot 2a - Design & Engineering (National)

Provision of multi-disciplinary engineering design, technical assurance, and specialist advisory services for complex, high-value, or nationally significant projects.

Renewal: As this is being procured as an open framework, the contracting Authority will re-open and award the framework inline with the open framework Guidance.

Lot 2b - Design & Engineering (Regional)

Provision of engineering design and technical support services for regional and lower-complexity projects, including access to local capability and geographically aligned delivery teams.

Renewal: As this is being procured as an open framework, the contracting Authority will re-open and award the framework inline with the open framework Guidance.

Lot 3 - Architecture

Architectural design and consultancy services, including concept design, stakeholder engagement, planning support, and delivery in accordance with RIBA work stages.

Renewal: As this is being procured as an open framework, the contracting Authority will re-open and award the framework inline with the open framework Guidance.

Lot 4a - Strategic Planning Services

Provision of strategic planning advice and statutory consenting support, including Development Consent Orders (DCOs) and input into Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) processes.

Renewal: As this is being procured as an open framework, the contracting Authority will re-open and award the framework inline with the open framework Guidance.

Lot 4b - Local Planning Services

Town and country planning services, including permitting, local authority engagement, and regionally focused planning advice and support.

Renewal: As this is being procured as an open framework, the contracting Authority will re-open and award the framework inline with the open framework Guidance.

Lot 5 - Property Services

Strategic property advisory and specialist consultancy services, including valuation, reinstatement cost assessments, dilapidations, and rating services.

Renewal: As this is being procured as an open framework, the contracting Authority will re-open and award the framework inline with the open framework Guidance.

Lot 6a - Environmental Advisory Services (Marine)

Marine ecology, biodiversity, and coastal/environmental advisory services.

Renewal: As this is being procured as an open framework, the contracting Authority will re-open and award the framework inline with the open framework Guidance.

Lot 6b - Environment Advisory Services (Landside)

Environmental assessment and advisory services, including Environmental Impact Assessments and sustainability support.

Renewal: As this is being procured as an open framework, the contracting Authority will re-open and award the framework inline with the open framework Guidance.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bef3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060944-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

70 - Real estate services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

70300000 - Real estate agency services on a fee or contract basis

70310000 - Building rental or sale services

70330000 - Property management services of real estate on a fee or contract basis

71200000 - Architectural and related services

71210000 - Advisory architectural services

71220000 - Architectural design services

71240000 - Architectural, engineering and planning services

71246000 - Determining and listing of quantities in construction

71250000 - Architectural, engineering and surveying services

71300000 - Engineering services

71310000 - Consultative engineering and construction services

71313400 - Environmental impact assessment for construction

71313440 - Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) services for construction

71315300 - Building surveying services

71315400 - Building-inspection services

71317100 - Fire and explosion protection and control consultancy services

71317200 - Health and safety services

71320000 - Engineering design services

71321000 - Engineering design services for mechanical and electrical installations for buildings

71322000 - Engineering design services for the construction of civil engineering works

71325000 - Foundation-design services

71354500 - Marine survey services

71400000 - Urban planning and landscape architectural services

71410000 - Urban planning services

71540000 - Construction management services

71541000 - Construction project management services

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

79100000 - Legal services

79418000 - Procurement consultancy services

90700000 - Environmental services

90711000 - Environmental impact assessment other than for construction

90712000 - Environmental planning

90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services

90714500 - Environmental quality control services

90720000 - Environmental protection

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
24 Jul 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 May 2027 - 2 May 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
2034-03-26

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASSOCIATED BRITISH PORTS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WC2E 9ES
Postcode Area
Central 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), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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