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title: "LDC & EBBC - Drainage Works"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05acbb"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LEWES DISTRICT COUNCIL"
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# LDC & EBBC - Drainage Works

Buyer: LEWES DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05acbb

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## Summary

Lewes District Council and Eastbourne Borough Council have awarded contracts for drainage works for their joint housing stock, totalling approximately 6,700 homes. The procurement process has been completed under an open competition method, below threshold, with the contracts awarded to Five Environmental Ltd. This initiative addresses the critical need for effective drainage systems to ensure the properties are safe and hygienic for residents. The contract spans from 1st April 2026 to 30th September 2030, with potential renewals extending up to an additional five years. The industry category for this procurement is works, specifically focused on drainage, with the tender notice published on 10th October 2025. The anticipated milestone for the signature of the contract is due by 31st January 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in drainage works, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) given the procurement's openness to competition. With contracts valuing £540,000 and £840,000 gross for different lots, this offers substantial revenue potential for contractors. Businesses with capabilities in delivering efficient, high-quality drainage services will be well-placed to respond to similar future tenders. Given the extensive contractual period and possible renewal options, companies involved have the chance for long-term partnership and growth within the sector. Engaging in public sector contracts with councils like Lewes and Eastbourne can help firms enhance their portfolio by demonstrating reliable service delivery in essential infrastructure projects.

## Notice

Lewes District Council and Eastbourne Borough Council are seeking a partner to deliver a comprehensive drainage repairs service across their combined housing stock of approximately 6,700 homes. As a social landlord, Lewes & Eastbourne have a responsibility to ensure that the homes and estates they manage are safe, hygienic, and free from avoidable structural or environmental damage. Effective drainage is essential to the proper functioning of properties and the health and wellbeing of residents. The contract will deliver drainage works to fulfil this responsibility.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

LDC - Drainage Works

Renewal: A period or periods up to 5 years

Lot 2

EBC - Drainage Works

Renewal: A period or periods up to 5 years

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083393-2025 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,150,000 |
| Lots value | £1,150,000 |
| Awards value | £1,150,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LEWES DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | EASTBOURNE BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | EASTBOURNE |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN21 4UG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |
| Local authority | Lewes |
| Electoral ward | Lewes Bridge |
| Westminster constituency | Lewes |
| Delivery location | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FIVE ENVIRONMENTAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45232452 - Drainage works

## Release History

- 16 Dec 2025 at 13:54 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083393-2025
- 10 Oct 2025 at 12:15 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064173-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083393-2025
  16th December 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064173-2025
  10th October 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://5environmental.co.uk/
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sesharedservices/aspx/Home
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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