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Award

09 Jun 2026 at 01:00

Tender

19 Jan 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh has successfully completed the procurement process for an extensive framework agreement covering asbestos works and services, encompassing surveying, analytical services, and removal across its Estate. This framework, using an open procedure for procurement, is divided into three lots: Lot 1 focuses on Asbestos Removal Works, while Lots 2 and 3 pertain to Surveying and Analytical Services for the Central & Med and Vets, as well as Kings Buildings & Accommodation Area, respectively. Key contract dates span an initial period from 22nd May 2026 to 21st May 2028, with two optional 1-year extensions, potentially extending its duration until 21st May 2030. This procurement, with contracts awarded to multiple suppliers, notably Rhodar Industrial Services Limited for Lot 1 and Tetra Tech Limited for Lots 2 and 3, took place in Edinburgh, with all delivery locations specified within the city.

This framework provides a promising opportunity for both large and SME businesses specialising in asbestos management and related services to participate in high-value and long-duration contracts. Suitable candidates would be those with proven expertise in asbestos removal, surveying, and analytics, equipped to comply with stringent health and safety standards. As the University seeks high-quality services with 80% emphasis on quality and 20% on price, businesses capable of demonstrating comprehensive credentials and competitive pricing will be strategically positioned to gain substantial experience and revenue growth, benefiting from potential contract renewals and access to the University's extensive Estate and subsidiary companies over several years.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Asbestos Works and Services includes surveying and analytical

Notice Description

The University of Edinburgh has appointed suppliers to an Estate wide asbestos works and services framework agreement for the provision of asbestos surveys, analytical services, removal and remediation works. This framework is divided into 3 lots, as described below. Lot 1 Asbestos Removal Works. Lot 2 Surveying and Analytical Services -Central & Med and Vets Lot 3 Surveying and Analytical Services - Kings Buildings & Accommodation Area 3 suppliers have been appointed to Lot 1. 4 suppliers have been appointed to Lot 2 and Lot 3. The Framework Agreement was tendered on behalf of the University of Edinburgh and all University of Edinburgh Subsidiary Companies. Any and all of the University of Edinburgh's Subsidiary Companies may access and utilise this Framework at any time during the life of the agreement. The initial Contract period is for 2 years from 22nd May 2026 to 21st May 2026. The University, in its sole discretion, has two options to extend for periods of 1-year each, potentially taking the contract through to 21st May 2030 if all extensions are applied. This Framework Agreement has been awarded via an Open Procedure.

Lot Information

Surveying and Analytical Services - Kings Buildings & Accommodation Area

The University of Edinburgh has appointed suppliers to an Estate wide asbestos works and services framework agreement for Lot 3 Surveying and Analytical Services - Kings Buildings & Accommodation Area. 4 suppliers have been appointed to Lot 3. The initial Contract period is for 2 years from 22nd May 2026 to 21st May 2026. The University, in its sole discretion, has two options to extend for periods of 1-year each, potentially taking the contract through to 21st May 2030 if all extensions are applied. The overarching terms of Lot 3 of the Framework are University's standard Terms & Conditions for Goods and Services. This Framework Agreement has been awarded via an Open Procedure.

Options: The initial Contract period is for 2 years from 22nd May 2026 to 21st May 2026. The University, in its sole discretion, has two options to extend for periods of 1-year each, potentially taking the contract through to 21st May 2030 if all extensions are applied.

Renewal: he Framework Agreement will be in place for an initial term of 2 years, with two options to extend for periods of 1-year each (2+1+1).

Lot 1 Asbestos Removal Works

The University of Edinburgh has appointed suppliers to an Estate wide asbestos works and services framework agreement for Lot 1 Asbestos Removal Works. 3 suppliers have been appointed to Lot 1. The initial Contract period is for 2 years from 22nd May 2026 to 21st May 2026. The University, in its sole discretion, has two options to extend for periods of 1-year each, potentially taking the contract through to 21st May 2030 if all extensions are applied. The overarching terms of Lot 1 of the Framework is the SBCC Framework Agreement for use in Scotland (FA/Scot) 2014 Edition, with underlying contract being the SBCC Minor Works Building Contract for use in Scotland (MW/Scot 2016). This Framework Agreement has been awarded via an Open Procedure.

Options: The initial Contract period is for 2 years from 22nd May 2026 to 21st May 2026. The University, in its sole discretion, has two options to extend for periods of 1-year each, potentially taking the contract through to 21st May 2030 if all extensions are applied.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement will be in place for an initial term of 2 years, with two options to extend for periods of 1-year each (2+1+1).

Surveying and Analytical Services -Central & Med and Vets

The University of Edinburgh has appointed suppliers to an Estate wide asbestos works and services framework agreement for Lot 2 Surveying and Analytical Services -Central & Med and Vets. 4 suppliers have been appointed to Lot 2. The initial Contract period is for 2 years from 22nd May 2026 to 21st May 2026. The University, in its sole discretion, has two options to extend for periods of 1-year each, potentially taking the contract through to 21st May 2030 if all extensions are applied. The overarching terms of Lot 2 of the Framework are University's standard Terms & Conditions for Goods and Services. This Framework Agreement has been awarded via an Open Procedure.

Options: The initial Contract period is for 2 years from 22nd May 2026 to 21st May 2026. The University, in its sole discretion, has two options to extend for periods of 1-year each, potentially taking the contract through to 21st May 2030 if all extensions are applied.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement will be in place for an initial term of 2 years, with two options to extend for periods of 1-year each (2+1+1).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000820989
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557627
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45262660 - Asbestos-removal work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,720,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,720,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£4,415,143 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jun 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
12 months prior to framework expiry date

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University Of Edinburgh
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1HT
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
7
Supplier Names

Rhodar Industrial Services Limited

The Erith Group

Aspect Contracts LTD

Tetra Tech Limited

E.D.P. HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT CONSULTANTS LIMITED

Life Environmental Services Ltd

Acorn Analytical Services Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN547504
    Asbestos Works and Services includes surveying and analytical - The University of Edinburgh requires an Estate wide asbestos works and services framework agreement for the provision of asbestos surveys, analytical services, removal and remediation works. This project will be divided into 3 lots. Lot 1 Asbestos Removal Works. Lot 2 Surveying and Analytical Services -Central & Med and Vets Lot 3 Surveying and Analytical Services - Kings Buildings & This will be via an Open procedure bidders must self-certify adherence to selection criteria via the ESPD (Scotland) on PCS-T. Bidders may submit bids for all or any of the Lots. However, where a bidder is evaluated as successful across all Lots, they will be required to confirm their preferred appointment, either Lot 1 OR Lot 2 and/or Lot 3, prior to contract award. Where a bidder is awarded a position on Lot 1 it will not be awarded a position on Lot 2 or 3. For Lot 2 and 3 if a bidder is successful in both, the same supplier will not be ranked 1st in Lots 2 OR 3. In this event a supplier is ranked 1st in both Lots, the supplier will be awarded 1st rank in their preferred Lot and be ranked 2nd in the remaining Lot with the original 2nd ranked supplier being elevated to 1st rank. It is estimated this will be a 4 year Framework on a 2+1+1 basis Value Estimates as: 1 Asbestos Removal Works Across the estate 4,000,000GBP 2 Surveying and Analytical Services Central & Med & Vets 360,000GBP 3 Surveying and Analytical Services Kings Building & Accommodation Area. GBP360,000
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557627
    Asbestos Works and Services includes surveying and analytical - The University of Edinburgh has appointed suppliers to an Estate wide asbestos works and services framework agreement for the provision of asbestos surveys, analytical services, removal and remediation works. This framework is divided into 3 lots, as described below. Lot 1 Asbestos Removal Works. Lot 2 Surveying and Analytical Services -Central & Med and Vets Lot 3 Surveying and Analytical Services - Kings Buildings & Accommodation Area 3 suppliers have been appointed to Lot 1. 4 suppliers have been appointed to Lot 2 and Lot 3. The Framework Agreement was tendered on behalf of the University of Edinburgh and all University of Edinburgh Subsidiary Companies. Any and all of the University of Edinburgh's Subsidiary Companies may access and utilise this Framework at any time during the life of the agreement. The initial Contract period is for 2 years from 22nd May 2026 to 21st May 2026. The University, in its sole discretion, has two options to extend for periods of 1-year each, potentially taking the contract through to 21st May 2030 if all extensions are applied. This Framework Agreement has been awarded via an Open Procedure.

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