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title: "Asset Safety and Compliance Framework"
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# Asset Safety and Compliance Framework

Buyer: LHC FOR THE WELSH PROCUREMENT ALLIANCE (WPA)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-kuma6s-128343

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## Summary

The tender titled "Asset Safety and Compliance Framework" is being conducted by LHC for the Welsh Procurement Alliance (WPA) in the UK. The procurement stage is currently active, with a tender period ending on 16th March 2023. The framework seeks suitable organisations for asset safety and compliance services across various lots such as asbestos consultancy, property protection, water hygiene testing, gas heating systems inspection, and more. Interested parties can access the tender documents via the eTendering portal provided.

This tender offers opportunities for businesses specialising in asset safety, compliance services, asbestos consultancy, property protection, water hygiene, gas heating systems inspection, and more. The procurement process covers a wide range of services required to ensure safety and compliance within properties. Businesses with expertise in these areas and the ability to meet the outlined requirements per lot are well-suited to compete and potentially secure contracts through this framework.

## Notice

This opportunity has been listed by LHC on behalf of the Welsh Procurement Alliance and our other regional entities: Consortium Procurement Construction (CPC) LHC London and South East (LSE) South-West Procurement Alliance (SWPA) Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA) LHC/WPA is seeking suitable organisations for our Asset Safety & Compliance Services framework (ASC1). ASC1 will provide LHC/WPA clients with access to a range of asset safety consultancy, testing/inspection, servicing, and maintenance services to ensure the safety of their properties and comply with their landlord obligations. This new framework will replace our existing asbestos and vacant property protection framework agreements, and extend the scope to additional safety and compliance services. The ASC1 framework will consist of the following lots which interested parties can apply for. Lot 1a - Asbestos Consultancy Lot 1b - Asbestos Surveys and Testing Lot 1c - Asbestos Removals and Remedial Lot 2a - Property Protection and Associated Services Lot 3a - Water Hygiene Testing and Consultancy Lot 3b - Water System Maintenance, Remedials and Associated Services Lot 4a - Gas Heating Systems Inspection, Servicing & Remedial (Domestic) Lot 4b - Gas Heating Systems Inspection, Servicing & Remedial (Commercial) Lot 4c - Ventilation Systems Inspection, Servicing and Maintenance Lot 4d - HVAC (Air Conditioning) Servicing and Maintenance Lot 5a - Fixed Wire Testing (EICR) and Remedials Lot 5b - Portable Appliance Testing Within each lot there will be a range of regional areas covering England, Scotland and Wales that bidders can select from to provide their services within. To express an interest in the project and access the tender documents, organisations will need to register via our eTendering portal using the link as follows: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lhc/aspx/Home

### Lot Information

1A - Asbestos Consultancy

Lot 1A will cover Asbestos Consultancy. LHC/WPA is looking for experienced organisations who can provide specialist asbestos consultancy services to assist partners with the management of asbestos within their properties. Full details of the scope can be found in the procurement documents provided however the scope of this lot will include: > Desktop reviews of asbestos management plans > Asbestos management plans > Priority risk assessment inclusive of action plans > Asbestos awareness training > Duty to manage training > Contaminated land consultancy > Project management consultancy for managing removal works Full details of the minimum requirements to be considered eligible to bid for this lot can be found in the procurement documents provided.. LHC/WPA intend to appoint up to six (6) bidders per regional area to ensure WPA clients have adequate service coverage within each region. LHC/WPA reserve the right to appoint additional bidders where LHC/WPA deems it appropriate to support client needs and local / regional representation of appointees to the Framework.

1B - Asbestos Surveys & Testing

Lot 1B will cover Asbestos survey and testing services. LHC/WPA is looking for experienced organisations who can provide specialist asbestos sampling, testing and analysis services to assist partners with the management of asbestos within their properties. Full details of the scope can be found in the procurement documents provided however the scope of this lot will include: > Asbestos Management Surveys > Asbestos Refurbishment & Demolition Surveys > Reinspection Surveys > Air monitoring and 4 stage clearance Full details of the minimum requirements to be considered eligible to bid for this lot can be found in the procurement documents provided.. LHC/WPA intend to appoint up to eight (8) bidders per regional area to ensure WPA clients have adequate service coverage within each region. LHC/WPA reserve the right to appoint additional bidders where LHC/WPA deems it appropriate to support client needs and local / regional representation of appointees to the Framework.

1C - Asbestos Removal & Disposal Works

Workstream 1c will cover Asbestos Consultancy. LHC/WPA is looking for experienced organisations who can provide specialist asbestos management services to assist partners with the containment, protection and removal of asbestos within their properties. Full details can be found in the procurement documents provided however the scope of this lot will include: - Asbestos remediation, removal and encapsulation / protection works - Disposal of asbestos containing materials Full details of the minimum requirements to be considered eligible to bid for this lot can be found in the procurement documents provided.. LHC/WPA intend to appoint up to six (6) bidders per regional area to ensure WPA clients have adequate service coverage within each region. LHC/WPA reserve the right to appoint additional bidders where LHC/WPA deems it appropriate to support client needs and local / regional representation of appointees to the Framework.

2A - Property Protection and Associated Services

Lot 2A will cover property protection and associated services. LHC/WPA is looking for experienced organisations who can provide a wide range of specialist property protection and associated services for both vacant and occupied properties. Full details of the scope can be found in the procurement documents provided however the scope of this lot will include: > Installation of physical security such as security screens, doors, barricades and fencing > Installation of CCTV and other electronic access control and alarm systems > Utilities shut off, drain down and recommission > Boarding up services > Internal and external property general cleaning and clearance services > Specialist cleaning services > Mould treatment and management > Pest control Full details of the minimum requirements to be considered eligible to bid for this lot can be found in the procurement documents provided.. LHC/WPA intend to appoint up to six (6) bidders per regional area to ensure WPA clients have adequate service coverage within each region. LHC/WPA reserve the right to appoint additional bidders where LHC/WPA deems it appropriate to support client needs and local / regional representation of appointees to the Framework.

3A - Water Hygiene Testing and Consultancy

Lot 3A will cover water hygiene testing and consultancy. LHC/WPA is looking for experienced organisations who can provide specialist water hygiene testing, advice and consultancy services to assist partner with the management of risk related to legionella and other water borne pathogens. Full details of the scope can be found in the procurement documents provided however the scope of this lot will include: > Independent consultancy and advice on water risk management plans and procedures (new and existing plans) > Legionella risk assessment services > Water testing and analytical services > Legionella and water risk awareness training > Providing guidance on remedial actions to reduce exposure Full details of the minimum requirements to be considered eligible to bid for this lot can be found in the procurement documents provided.. LHC/WPA intend to appoint up to six (6) bidders per regional area to ensure WPA clients have adequate service coverage within each region. LHC/WPA reserve the right to appoint additional bidders where LHC/WPA deems it appropriate to support client needs and local / regional representation of appointees to the Framework.

3B - Water System Maintenance, Remedials and Associated Services

Lot 3B will cover water system maintenance, remedials and associated services. LHC/WPA is looking for experienced organisations who can provide specialist water maintenance services to assist partners with the proactive management of their water systems within their properties to reduce the risk of legionella and other water borne pathogens. Full details of the scope can be found in the procurement documents provided however the scope of this lot will include: > Implementation of legionella prevention management plans > Installation and maintenance of water system cleansing, filtration and other treatment systems > Hydrostatic pressure testing > New mains and internal water system chlorination service > Closed system flushing, dosing, and analysis > TMV (Thermostatic Mixing Valves) and filter installation, service and maintenance Full details of the minimum requirements to be considered eligible to bid for this lot can be found in the procurement documents provided.. LHC/WPA intend to appoint up to six (6) bidders per regional area to ensure WPA clients have adequate service coverage within each region. LHC/WPA reserve the right to appoint additional bidders where LHC/WPA deems it appropriate to support client needs and local / regional representation of appointees to the Framework.

4A - Gas Heating Systems Inspection, Servicing & Remedial (Domestic)

Lot 4A will cover gas safety & heating systems inspection, servicing & remedial (domestic) works. LHC/WPA is looking for experienced organisations who can provide domestic gas inspection (LGSR), servicing, maintenance, and remedial services to assist partners with the management of domestic gas appliances within their properties. Full details of the scope can be found in the procurement documents provided however the scope of this lot will include: > Annual inspection of domestic gas burning and heating system appliances > Responsive maintenance works, both proactive and reactive > Installations of replacement systems, either in part or full Full details of the minimum requirements to be considered eligible to bid for this lot can be found in the procurement documents provided.. LHC/WPA intend to appoint up to six (6) bidders per regional area to ensure WPA clients have adequate service coverage within each region. LHC/WPA reserve the right to appoint additional bidders where LHC/WPA deems it appropriate to support client needs and local / regional representation of appointees to the Framework.

4B - Gas Heating Systems Inspection, Servicing & Remedial (Commercial)

Lot 4B will cover gas safety & heating systems inspection, servicing & remedial (commercial) services. LHC/WPA is looking for experienced organisations who can provide commercial / non domestic gas inspection (LGSR), servicing, maintenance, and remedial services to assist partners with the management of their non domestic gas appliances within their properties. Full details of the scope can be found in the procurement documents provided however the scope of this lot will include: > Annual inspection of commercial / non domestic gas burning and heating system appliances > Responsive maintenance works, both proactive and reactive > Installations of replacement systems, either in part or full Full details of the minimum requirements to be considered eligible to bid for this lot can be found in the procurement documents provided.. LHC/WPA intend to appoint up to six (6) bidders per regional area to ensure WPA clients have adequate service coverage within each region. LHC/WPA reserve the right to appoint additional bidders where LHC/WPA deems it appropriate to support client needs and local / regional representation of appointees to the Framework.

4C - Ventilation Systems Inspection, Servicing and Maintenance

Lot 4C will cover ventilation systems inspection, servicing and maintenance. LHC/WPA is looking for experienced organisations who can provide inspection, servicing, maintenance, and remedial services for a range of ventilation systems within their properties. Full details of the scope can be found in the procurement documents provided however the scope of this lot will include: > Annual inspection services > Maintenance works, both proactive and reactive > Installation of replacement systems either in part or full Full details of the minimum requirements to be considered eligible to bid for this lot can be found in the procurement documents provided.. LHC/WPA intend to appoint up to six (6) bidders per regional area to ensure WPA clients have adequate service coverage within each region. LHC/WPA reserve the right to appoint additional bidders where LHC/WPA deems it appropriate to support client needs and local / regional representation of appointees to the Framework.

5B - Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)

Lot 5B will cover portable appliance testing (PAT). LHC/WPA is looking for experienced organisations who can provide inspection, testing and certification of portable electrical appliances and equipment. Full details of the scope can be found in the procurement documents provided. Full details of the minimum requirements to be considered eligible to bid for this lot can be found in the procurement documents provided.. LHC/WPA intend to appoint up to six (6) bidders per regional area to ensure WPA clients have adequate service coverage within each region. LHC/WPA reserve the right to appoint additional bidders where LHC/WPA deems it appropriate to support client needs and local / regional representation of appointees to the Framework.

4D - HVAC (Air Conditioning) Servicing and Maintenance

Lot 4D will cover HVAC systems inspection, servicing and maintenance. LHC/WPA is looking for experienced organisations who can provide inspection, servicing, maintenance, and remedial services for a range of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems within their properties. Full details of the scope can be found in the procurement documents provided however the scope of this lot will include: > Annual inspection services > Maintenance works, both proactive and reactive > Installation of replacement systems either in part or full Full details of the minimum requirements to be considered eligible to bid for this lot can be found in the procurement documents provided.. LHC/WPA intend to appoint up to six (6) bidders per regional area to ensure WPA clients have adequate service coverage within each region. LHC/WPA reserve the right to appoint additional bidders where LHC/WPA deems it appropriate to support client needs and local / regional representation of appointees to the Framework.

5A - Fixed Wire Testing (EICR) and Remedials

Lot 5A will cover fixed wire testing (EICR) and associated remedial works. LHC/WPA is looking for experienced organisations who can provide periodic inspection and testing of electrical installations within their properties, and the provision of EICRs. In addition (where requested) LHC/WPA clients may require remedial of faults identified during inspection. Full details of the scope can be found in the procurement documents provided however the scope of this lot will include: > Testing and certification of electrical installations and provision of electrical safety certificates > Testing and certification of associated electrical elements (e.g. EV chargers) Remedials and replacements of electrical components Full details of the minimum requirements to be considered eligible to bid for this lot can be found in the procurement documents provided. II.2.5) Award criteria. LHC/WPA intend to appoint up to six (6) bidders per regional area to ensure WPA clients have adequate service coverage within each region. LHC/WPA reserve the right to appoint additional bidders where LHC/WPA deems it appropriate to support client needs and local / regional representation of appointees to the Framework.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Sell2Wales |
| Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=128343 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Mar 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Mar 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £135,000,000 |
| 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 | LHC FOR THE WELSH PROCUREMENT ALLIANCE (WPA) |
| Locality | UXBRIDGE |
| Post town | Southall |
| Postcode | UB8 1QE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI74 Harrow and Hillingdon |
| Local authority | Hillingdon |
| Electoral ward | Uxbridge |
| Westminster constituency | Uxbridge and South Ruislip |
| Delivery location | TLL Wales |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy
- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 51 - Installation services (except software)
- 70 - Real estate services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 09323000 - District heating
- 31161200 - Gas cooling systems
- 38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus
- 38900000 - Miscellaneous evaluation or testing instruments
- 38910000 - Hygiene monitoring and testing equipment
- 39717000 - Fans and air-conditioning appliances
- 39717200 - Air-conditioning appliances
- 39721410 - Gas appliances
- 39721411 - Gas heaters
- 42500000 - Cooling and ventilation equipment
- 42512000 - Air-conditioning installations
- 42515000 - District heating boiler
- 42520000 - Ventilation equipment
- 42912310 - Water filtration apparatus
- 42912330 - Water-purifying apparatus
- 45111213 - Site-clearance work
- 45214620 - Research and testing facilities construction work
- 45232430 - Water-treatment work
- 45262660 - Asbestos-removal work
- 45310000 - Electrical installation work
- 45311100 - Electrical wiring work
- 45331000 - Heating, ventilation and air-conditioning installation work
- 45331200 - Ventilation and air-conditioning installation work
- 45331210 - Ventilation installation work
- 45331220 - Air-conditioning installation work
- 50511200 - Repair and maintenance services of gas pumps
- 50531100 - Repair and maintenance services of boilers
- 50531200 - Gas appliance maintenance services
- 50532000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical machinery, apparatus and associated equipment
- 50711000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical building installations
- 50720000 - Repair and maintenance services of central heating
- 51514110 - Installation services of machinery and apparatus for filtering or purifying water
- 70331000 - Residential property services
- 70332000 - Non-residential property services
- 70332300 - Industrial property services
- 71314100 - Electrical services
- 71314310 - Heating engineering services for buildings
- 71315000 - Building services
- 71315200 - Building consultancy services
- 71315300 - Building surveying services
- 71315410 - Inspection of ventilation system
- 71317210 - Health and safety consultancy services
- 71321400 - Ventilation consultancy services
- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services
- 71610000 - Composition and purity testing and analysis services
- 71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services
- 71631000 - Technical inspection services
- 71632000 - Technical testing services
- 71800000 - Consulting services for water-supply and waste consultancy
- 77312000 - Weed-clearance services
- 79311000 - Survey services
- 79311200 - Survey conduction services
- 79417000 - Safety consultancy services
- 79711000 - Alarm-monitoring services
- 90650000 - Asbestos removal services
- 90733000 - Services related to water pollution
- 90911200 - Building-cleaning services

## Release History

- 6 Mar 2023 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=128343
- 30 Jan 2023 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=128343

## Documents

- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN425948
  Asset Safety and Compliance Framework - This opportunity has been listed by LHC on behalf of the Welsh Procurement Alliance and our other regional entities: Consortium Procurement Construction (CPC) LHC London and South East (LSE) South-West Procurement Alliance (SWPA) Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA) LHC/WPA is seeking suitable organisations for our Asset Safety & Compliance Services framework (ASC1). ASC1 will provide LHC/WPA clients with access to a range of asset safety consultancy, testing/inspection, servicing, and maintenance services to ensure the safety of their properties and comply with their landlord obligations. This new framework will replace our existing asbestos and vacant property protection framework agreements, and extend the scope to additional safety and compliance services. The ASC1 framework will consist of the following lots which interested parties can apply for. Lot 1a - Asbestos Consultancy Lot 1b - Asbestos Surveys and Testing Lot 1c - Asbestos Removals and Remedial Lot 2a - Property Protection and Associated Services Lot 3a - Water Hygiene Testing and Consultancy Lot 3b - Water System Maintenance, Remedials and Associated Services Lot 4a - Gas Heating Systems Inspection, Servicing & Remedial (Domestic) Lot 4b - Gas Heating Systems Inspection, Servicing & Remedial (Commercial) Lot 4c - Ventilation Systems Inspection, Servicing and Maintenance Lot 4d - HVAC (Air Conditioning) Servicing and Maintenance Lot 5a - Fixed Wire Testing (EICR) and Remedials Lot 5b - Portable Appliance Testing Within each lot there will be a range of regional areas covering England, Scotland and Wales that bidders can select from to provide their services within. To express an interest in the project and access the tender documents, organisations will need to register via our eTendering portal using the link as follows: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lhc/aspx/Home

## Notice URLs

- http://www.lhc.gov.uk
- http://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=128343
- https://api.sell2wales.gov.wales/v1?lang=cy/Notice?id=ocds-kuma6s-128343
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lhc/aspx/Home
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lhc/aspx/ProjectManage/4

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