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title: "NEPO234 - Asbestos Management"
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# NEPO234 - Asbestos Management

Buyer: THE ASSOCIATION OF NORTH EAST COUNCILS LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a3cd

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## Summary

The procurement process, orchestrated by The Association of North East Councils Limited, is currently in the planning stage for a framework agreement titled "NEPO234 - Asbestos Management." This initiative focusses on services within the asbestos management industry, covering surveying and removal works in both domestic and non-domestic public sector settings across the United Kingdom. The contracting process utilises an open procedure, slated to start its engagement phase with a supplier engagement event scheduled for 9th July 2026, and soft market testing responses due by 24th July 2026. The framework is primarily designed to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) on regional lots, comprising approximately 20% of the total £150 million framework value, with the national lots accounting for the majority.

This tender represents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in asbestos management and removal services, particularly for SMEs in regions such as Northumberland, Tyne & Wear, Durham, and Tees Valley. The framework's multi-lot structure allows companies to participate in specific areas of expertise, capitalising on the demand across various public-sector establishments. The split between regional and national lots, along with its multi-supplier nature, offers diverse entry points for companies to engage with public sector clients and expand their market presence within the UK. This initiative underlines NEPO's commitment to fostering regional economic growth and supporting SMEs by providing structured and strategic procurement opportunities.

## Notice

The Association of North East Councils trading as the North East Procurement Organisation (NEPO) is establishing a framework for Asbestos Management (NEPO234). This will be a multi-supplier, multi-lot framework for asbestos surveying and asbestos removal works across a variety of public-sector settings throughout the United Kingdom. The framework will be split into the following lots: * Lot 1 - Asbestos Surveying and Analytical Services - Non-Domestic Properties -Northumberland and Tyne & Wear * Lot 2 - Asbestos Removal Works within Non-Domestic Properties - Northumberland and Tyne & Wear * Lot 3 - Asbestos Surveying and Analytical Services - Domestic Properties - Northumberland and Tyne & Wear * Lot 4 - Asbestos Removal Works within Domestic Properties - Northumberland and Tyne & Wear * Lot 5 - Asbestos Surveying and Analytical Services - Non-Domestic Properties -Durham & Tees Valley * Lot 6 - Asbestos Removal Works within Non-Domestic Properties - Durham and Tees Valley * Lot 7 - Asbestos Surveying and Analytical Services - Domestic Properties - Durham & Tees Valley * Lot 8 - Asbestos Removal Works within Domestic Properties - Durham and Tees Valley. * Lot 9 - Asbestos Surveying and Analytical Services - Non-Domestic Properties - National * Lot 10 - Asbestos Removal Works within Non-Domestic Properties - National * Lot 11 - Asbestos Surveying and Analytical Services - Domestic Properties - National * Lot 12 - Asbestos Removal Works within Domestic Properties - National The PS150m value is predominantly associated with the national lots, with regional lots comprising approximately 20% of the total value, reflecting their intended focus on SME participation and regional delivery. NEPO is a Centralised Procurement Authority as defined in the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23), providing central purchasing activity on behalf of Contracting Authorities. The agreement will be available to NEPO Member Authorities and all current and future Associate Members. Current Associate Members are listed in the Associate Member section of the NEPO website at: https://www.nepo.org/associate-members NEPO intends to make the agreement available for use by all Contracting Authorities throughout all administrative regions of the UK (as defined by the Procurement Act 2023). A list of permissible users available at: http://www.nepo.org/associate-membership/permissible-users Organisations wishing to access the NEPO agreement will be required to register as a NEPO Associate Member in the first instance. Further information can be found at: www.nepo.org Further and full information regarding Contracting Authorities that may use the agreement can be found in the Procurement Documents when they are published.

### Planning Information

As part of the market engagement process, NEPO will issue a Soft Market Testing (SMT) questionnaire to gather initial feedback from the supplier market. The questionnaire is expected to be published on the Open e-Tendering platform on 3rd July 2026, with responses requested by 24th July 2026. Interested suppliers will be able to access the questionnaire via https://www.open-uk.org.
In addition, NEPO will host a supplier engagement event via Microsoft Teams. This session will provide an overview of the proposed requirement and give interested suppliers the opportunity to ask questions, share feedback and contribute insights to help shape the procurement approach. The presentation will be delivered on 9th July 2026. Suppliers wishing to attend should register their interest by contacting construction@nepo.org 
Please note that all dates provided are indicative and may be subject to change.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059879-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 26 Aug 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 25 Jan 2027 - 24 Jan 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

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

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE ASSOCIATION OF NORTH EAST COUNCILS LIMITED |
| Locality | GATESHEAD |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE8 3DF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Gateshead |
| Electoral ward | Bridges |
| Westminster constituency | Gateshead Central and Whickham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 45262660 - Asbestos-removal work
- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 25 Jun 2026 at 13:03 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059879-2026
- 10 Jun 2026 at 08:02 - PlanningUpdate - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054531-2026
- 26 May 2026 at 13:43 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048854-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059879-2026
  25th June 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054531-2026
  10th June 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048854-2026
  26th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nepo.org
- http://www.nepo.org/associate-membership/permissible-users
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.nepo.org/associate-members
- https://www.open-uk.org

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