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title: "ABP Professional Services Framework"
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# ABP Professional Services Framework

Buyer: ASSOCIATED BRITISH PORTS  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06bef3

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## Summary

Associated British Ports (ABP) is planning the procurement of a multi-supplier Professional Services Framework, titled "ABP Professional Services Framework." This framework, under the management of ABP as the buying organisation, is geared towards servicing a wide array of project management, engineering, property, and advisory needs. It is set to commence in 2027 and covers regions across the United Kingdom, involving industry categories like project management, architectural services, and environmental consultancy. The procurement is in the planning stage as of June 29, 2026, with an expression of interest deadline set for August 21, 2026. The framework is designed to operate as an open framework, capable of periodic re-opening for additional suppliers, with a budget of £90 million gross (£75 million net) and a duration potential of up to eight years, ending by May 2035.

This tender represents significant growth opportunities for businesses offering project management, engineering, consultancy, and architectural services. The planned framework encompasses numerous lots and sub-lots, favouring both national reach and regional expertise, promoting engagement from Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) as well as larger firms capable of handling large-scale projects. Competitive selection involves a two-stage process: an initial pre-selection questionnaire followed by an invitation to tender, where submissions will be evaluated both technically and commercially. Businesses capable of registering through the In-Tend e-sourcing portal and demonstrating compliance, financial stability, health and safety adherence, technical capability, and relevant experience are well-suited to compete in this process, thereby securing a role in enhancing ABP's strategic and operational objectives across the UK.

## Notice

The Contracting Authority intends to establish a multi-supplier Professional Services Framework to support a broad range of project, engineering, property, and specialist advisory requirements across its operations. The framework will enable the delivery of services in support of major capital projects, regional investment programmes, and property-related activities, providing access to a diverse and capable supply chain. The requirement includes, but is not limited to: Project and programme management services Design and engineering services Architectural services Planning and consent support Property and asset-related consultancy Specialist technical advisory services The framework will be structured into multiple Lots and Sub-Lots, including both national and regional delivery models, to ensure appropriate alignment of supplier capability with project scale, complexity, and geographic requirements. Regional elements are intended to support local supplier participation and SME engagement, alongside larger national providers. The framework is expected to operate as an open framework arrangement, with the potential for periodic re-opening to introduce additional suppliers and maintain competitive tension over its duration.

### Lot Information

Lot 1a - Project Support Services (National)

Provision of project, programme, cost, commercial, procurement and governance support across the full project lifecycle including interface management, risk, delivery control and close-out.

Renewal: As this is being procured as an open framework, the contracting Authority will re-open and award the framework inline with the open framework Guidance.

Lot 1b - Project Support Services (Regional)

Provision of project, programme, cost, commercial, procurement and governance support across the full project lifecycle including interface management, risk, delivery control and close-out for regionally delivered projects, with emphasis on local presence, responsiveness, and knowledge of regional delivery requirements.

Renewal: As this is being procured as an open framework, the contracting Authority will re-open and award the framework inline with the open framework Guidance.

Lot 2a - Design & Engineering (National)

Provision of multi-disciplinary engineering design, technical assurance, and specialist advisory services for complex, high-value, or nationally significant projects.

Renewal: As this is being procured as an open framework, the contracting Authority will re-open and award the framework inline with the open framework Guidance.

Lot 2b - Design & Engineering (Regional)

Provision of engineering design and technical support services for regional and lower-complexity projects, including access to local capability and geographically aligned delivery teams.

Renewal: As this is being procured as an open framework, the contracting Authority will re-open and award the framework inline with the open framework Guidance.

Lot 3 - Architecture

Architectural design and consultancy services, including concept design, stakeholder engagement, planning support, and delivery in accordance with RIBA work stages.

Renewal: As this is being procured as an open framework, the contracting Authority will re-open and award the framework inline with the open framework Guidance.

Lot 4a - Strategic Planning Services

Provision of strategic planning advice and statutory consenting support, including Development Consent Orders (DCOs) and input into Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) processes.

Renewal: As this is being procured as an open framework, the contracting Authority will re-open and award the framework inline with the open framework Guidance.

Lot 4b - Local Planning Services

Town and country planning services, including permitting, local authority engagement, and regionally focused planning advice and support.

Renewal: As this is being procured as an open framework, the contracting Authority will re-open and award the framework inline with the open framework Guidance.

Lot 5 - Property Services

Strategic property advisory and specialist consultancy services, including valuation, reinstatement cost assessments, dilapidations, and rating services.

Renewal: As this is being procured as an open framework, the contracting Authority will re-open and award the framework inline with the open framework Guidance.

Lot 6a - Environmental Advisory Services (Marine)

Marine ecology, biodiversity, and coastal/environmental advisory services.

Renewal: As this is being procured as an open framework, the contracting Authority will re-open and award the framework inline with the open framework Guidance.

Lot 6b - Environment Advisory Services (Landside)

Environmental assessment and advisory services, including Environmental Impact Assessments and sustainability support.

Renewal: As this is being procured as an open framework, the contracting Authority will re-open and award the framework inline with the open framework Guidance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060944-2026 |
| Notice type | UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 24 Jul 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 May 2027 - 2 May 2030 |
| Recurrence | 2034-03-26 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £75,000,000 |
| 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 | ASSOCIATED BRITISH PORTS |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | WC2E 9ES |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 70 - Real estate services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 70300000 - Real estate agency services on a fee or contract basis
- 70310000 - Building rental or sale services
- 70330000 - Property management services of real estate on a fee or contract basis
- 71200000 - Architectural and related services
- 71210000 - Advisory architectural services
- 71220000 - Architectural design services
- 71240000 - Architectural, engineering and planning services
- 71246000 - Determining and listing of quantities in construction
- 71250000 - Architectural, engineering and surveying services
- 71300000 - Engineering services
- 71310000 - Consultative engineering and construction services
- 71313400 - Environmental impact assessment for construction
- 71313440 - Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) services for construction
- 71315300 - Building surveying services
- 71315400 - Building-inspection services
- 71317100 - Fire and explosion protection and control consultancy services
- 71317200 - Health and safety services
- 71320000 - Engineering design services
- 71321000 - Engineering design services for mechanical and electrical installations for buildings
- 71322000 - Engineering design services for the construction of civil engineering works
- 71325000 - Foundation-design services
- 71354500 - Marine survey services
- 71400000 - Urban planning and landscape architectural services
- 71410000 - Urban planning services
- 71540000 - Construction management services
- 71541000 - Construction project management services
- 72224000 - Project management consultancy services
- 79100000 - Legal services
- 79418000 - Procurement consultancy services
- 90700000 - Environmental services
- 90711000 - Environmental impact assessment other than for construction
- 90712000 - Environmental planning
- 90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services
- 90714500 - Environmental quality control services
- 90720000 - Environmental protection

## Release History

- 29 Jun 2026 at 16:29 - PlanningUpdate - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060944-2026
- 29 Jun 2026 at 10:53 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060688-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060944-2026
  29th June 2026 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060688-2026
  29th June 2026 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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