---
title: "DA - Asbestos Removal at the Skel Prep, Fort Cumberland (UID 240M)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067eeb"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "HISTORIC ENGLAND"
published: "2026-04-09"
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# DA - Asbestos Removal at the Skel Prep, Fort Cumberland (UID 240M)

Buyer: HISTORIC ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067eeb

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## Summary

The procurement process for "DA - Asbestos Removal at the Skel Prep, Fort Cumberland (UID 240M)" was carried out by Historic England, a central government public authority. The project involved urgent asbestos removal work at Fort Cumberland in the UK, particularly where it had been disturbed during preliminary investigations for renovations. The procurement method was direct and operated below the competition threshold due to the urgent nature of the work. The process is now in the award phase, with the contract being awarded on 9th April 2026, and the work is scheduled to take place from 16th April to 28th May 2026. Given the urgency and specific requirements of asbestos removal, the tender did not follow the typical competitive process. HFS Environmental Limited, a company based in Gravesend, was the only supplier approached who could meet the prompt timeline required.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental services, especially those equipped for hazardous material management like asbestos removal. Companies in the construction and environmental sectors, particularly small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), could find such contracts lucrative and pivotal for business growth. The direct engagement and swift response required in this contract illustrate how niche expertise and the ability to operate under urgent conditions can open doors to valuable government contracts, fostering growth and industry credibility. Businesses with capabilities in similar works and the flexibility to meet tight schedules will find themselves well-positioned to compete in analogous tenders.

## Notice

To remove asbestos that was buried and encapsulated under the soil. This was disturbed during investigations for the skel prep refurbishments. It is presumed there is more under the soil, but it will remain buried. We are removing the area that has been disturbed. The works are urgent as the asbestos has been disturbed and has been broken up and very fragile and deteriorating. Although we have approached various contractors, only one has provided a quote and is able to do the work in the urgent manner.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032342-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 15 Apr 2026 - 28 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £13,720 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HISTORIC ENGLAND |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 2EH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Mannington and Western |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45262660 - Asbestos-removal work

## Release History

- 9 Apr 2026 at 11:20 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032342-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032342-2026
  9th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.hfsenvironmental.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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