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title: "Homes England - Fire Risk Appraisal of External Walls (FRAEWs) Audit & Direct Appointment Providers (2025)"
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# Homes England - Fire Risk Appraisal of External Walls (FRAEWs) Audit & Direct Appointment Providers (2025)

Buyer: HOMES ENGLAND (THE NAME ADOPTED BY THE HOMES AND COMMUNITIES AGENCY)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-64701d98-54b9-45d2-bcb9-ced52d305709

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## Summary

The public procurement process, managed by Homes England, involves the "Homes England - Fire Risk Appraisal of External Walls (FRAEWs) Audit & Direct Appointment Providers (2025)" project. This tender, with an industry classification of architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services, targets the assessment of fire risks associated with external walls. The procurement, valued at £9,000,000, encompasses the Cladding Safety Scheme and other government initiatives within England. Commencing on 5th January 2026 and concluding on 31st December 2029, this contract underwent an open procedure, reaching the award stage as of 23rd January 2026, following the initial award date of 27th October 2025. Homes England operates from Newcastle upon Tyne, playing a pivotal role in this directive.

This tender offers significant business development opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in fire risk assessments and building safety services. With established contracts awarded to six suppliers, including Airey Miller Ltd and Anstey Horne, the project invites businesses adept in architectural and engineering consultations. The process's open nature suggests competitive procurement, encouraging businesses across England to enhance their service offerings and expand their client base through participation in critical government safety schemes. The project's contract structure also allows for potential expansion over the initial 24-month period, further encouraging long-term business growth.

## Notice

Homes England had awarded contracts to six firms for the delivery of Fire Risk Appraisal of External Walls (FRAEWs) for cases where the entity responsible for the building is unable to pay for the FRAEW themselves and the audit and review of fire risk documentation including Fire Risk Assessments. This includes all FRAEWs in respect of the Cladding Safety Scheme (CSS) and wider government objectives as they arise. The initial contract periods are 24 months with the option to extend for a further 2 x 12 month periods. Other services related to FRAEW and building safety may be required as legislation is updated. Please note the values provided are estimates based on current available budget for these services.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fab76b94-85ff-465f-a34f-ce111e2047f0 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 5 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £9,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £9,000,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HOMES ENGLAND (THE NAME ADOPTED BY THE HOMES AND COMMUNITIES AGENCY) |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE4 5BZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Arthur's Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 6 |
| Supplier names | AIREY MILLER; ANSTEY HORNE; BAILEY PARTNERSHIP; FR CONSULTANTS; KEEGANS; PRP ARCHITECTURE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 23 Jan 2026 at 11:54 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fab76b94-85ff-465f-a34f-ce111e2047f0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fab76b94-85ff-465f-a34f-ce111e2047f0
  23rd January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/homes-england

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