--- title: "ABP Professional Services Framework" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d13d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06d13d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d13d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d13d.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "ASSOCIATED BRITISH PORTS" published: "2026-07-22" --- # ABP Professional Services Framework Buyer: ASSOCIATED BRITISH PORTS Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d13d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06d13d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d13d.json) ## Summary Associated British Ports is seeking to establish a multi-supplier Professional Services Framework under the title "ABP Professional Services Framework," aimed at supporting various project, engineering, property, and advisory needs. The procurement process, currently in the tender stage, invites businesses to engage with an expected operational start date in May 2027, spanning across numerous UK regions. The framework, classified within the services category, covers a wide range of activities including project management, engineering, and urban planning, facilitated through a selective procurement method. Interested suppliers must express their interest by 21st August 2026 and can anticipate an award period conclusion by March 2027. This tender presents substantial opportunities for a variety of businesses, offering potential for both regional and national engagement. Companies specialising in project management, engineering design, architecture, and environmental consultancy are well-suited for participation. The open framework's design supports a diverse supplier base, encouraging Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to apply, thereby enhancing competitiveness and innovation. The absence of participation fees presents an added advantage, fostering accessibility for businesses eager to expand their portfolio within the infrastructure and services sector. ## 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 Environmental 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: ABP currently intends to reopen the framework twice during its eight-year term, with indicative reopening points around Years 3 and 6. These timings may change, and any amendments will be made in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 and communicated to the market. 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: ABP currently intends to reopen the framework twice during its eight-year term, with indicative reopening points around Years 3 and 6. These timings may change, and any amendments will be made in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 and communicated to the market. 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: ABP currently intends to reopen the framework twice during its eight-year term, with indicative reopening points around Years 3 and 6. These timings may change, and any amendments will be made in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 and communicated to the market. 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: ABP currently intends to reopen the framework twice during its eight-year term, with indicative reopening points around Years 3 and 6. These timings may change, and any amendments will be made in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 and communicated to the market. Lot 3 - Architecture Architectural design and consultancy services, including concept design, stakeholder engagement, planning support, and delivery in accordance with RIBA work stages. Renewal: ABP currently intends to reopen the framework twice during its eight-year term, with indicative reopening points around Years 3 and 6. These timings may change, and any amendments will be made in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 and communicated to the market. Lot 4 - 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: ABP currently intends to reopen the framework twice during its eight-year term, with indicative reopening points around Years 3 and 6. These timings may change, and any amendments will be made in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 and communicated to the market. Lot 5- Local Planning Services Town and country planning services, including permitting, local authority engagement, and regionally focused planning advice and support. Renewal: ABP currently intends to reopen the framework twice during its eight-year term, with indicative reopening points around Years 3 and 6. These timings may change, and any amendments will be made in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 and communicated to the market. Lot 6- Property Services Strategic property advisory and specialist consultancy services, including valuation, reinstatement cost assessments, dilapidations, and rating services. Renewal: ABP currently intends to reopen the framework twice during its eight-year term, with indicative reopening points around Years 3 and 6. These timings may change, and any amendments will be made in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 and communicated to the market. Lot 7- Environmental Advisory Services Environmental assessment and advisory services, including Environmental Impact Assessments and sustainability support. Renewal: ABP currently intends to reopen the framework twice during its eight-year term, with indicative reopening points around Years 3 and 6. These timings may change, and any amendments will be made in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 and communicated to the market. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069355-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender 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 | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | Not specified | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Active | | 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 - 22 Jul 2026 at 15:41 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069355-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069355-2026 22nd July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://abports.co.uk/ - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/abp/aspx/Tenders/Current - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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