---
title: "Asbestos removal and demolition of the former Royal Mail sorting office Cowbridge Road East, Cardiff"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-058086"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-058086"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-058086.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-058086.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "TAFF HOUSING ASSOCIATION"
published: "2025-08-04"
---

# Asbestos removal and demolition of the former Royal Mail sorting office Cowbridge Road East, Cardiff

Buyer: TAFF HOUSING ASSOCIATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-058086

[View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-058086)  
[Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-058086.json)

## Summary

The procurement process involves the Taff Housing Association based in Cardiff, which is seeking tenders for the asbestos removal and demolition of the former Royal Mail sorting office at Cowbridge Road East, Cardiff. This falls under the works industry category with a focus on building demolition and earthmoving work. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with key dates including an enquiry period ending on 15th August 2025 and a submission deadline set for 18th August 2025. The project is being managed under Welsh devolved regulations and is classified as a below-threshold open competition with works valued at approximately £204,000.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in demolition and asbestos removal, particularly those with experience in projects near railway networks, as the successful contractor will need to operate in compliance with specific regulations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as organisations within the voluntary, community, and social enterprise sectors (VCSE) are encouraged to apply. The open procurement method allows for broad participation, providing a significant growth opportunity for companies wishing to expand their portfolio or increase their presence in the Cardiff area. The contract is set to commence on 29th September 2025, with completion expected by 27th October 2025.

## Notice

Demolition and asbestos removal of the current 2/3 storey building at the above location including removal of the concrete slabs up to a depth of 0.200m and foundations up to a depth of 1 metre, removing all hardcore arisings from site. Successful contractor to act as principal contractor for the demolition works period. BAPA agreement will be required with Network Rail and the successful contractor will require the necessary qualification to satisfy the requirements for this. All demolition works to be carried out to BS 6187 2011 Code of Practice for Demolition. Asbestos removal as described in asbestos survey included in tender documentation carried out in accordance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. Materials arising to be disposed of in compliance with the Hazardous Waste Regulation 2016.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045734-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 28 Sep 2025 - 27 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £170,000 |
| Lots value | £170,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TAFF HOUSING ASSOCIATION |
| Locality | CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF5 1JD |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |
| Local authority | Cardiff |
| Electoral ward | Canton |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45110000 - Building demolition and wrecking work and earthmoving work

## Release History

- 4 Aug 2025 at 14:49 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045734-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045734-2025
  4th August 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=341916
  Asbestos management plan existing building
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=341917
  Asbestos Survey Existing
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=341924
  Asbestos Demolition Survey Report

## Notice URLs

- https://taffhousing.co.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/ViaSell2Wales

## Provenance

This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-058086. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-058086.json.