Scope
Reference
CCS/24/481
Description
This procurement exercise is being conducted by The City and County of Swansea ('the Council') on behalf of the wider public sector in Wales to establish a Framework Agreement (Agreement) split into 3 lots.The Council invites Tenders for the purpose of establishing a Framework Agreement for certain Services/Works more particularly described in the Specification. The Council's intention is to enter into a Framework Agreement with 6 Provider/s and 2 reserved suppliers, per Lot, per region
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £5,500,000 excluding VAT
- £6,600,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 December 2025 to 30 November 2027
- Possible extension to 30 November 2029
- 4 years
Description of possible extension:
Up to 24 months
Main procurement category
Services
Contract locations
- UKL - Wales
Lot constraints
Description of how multiple lots may be awarded:
Please see Framework documents
Not the same for all lots
CPV classifications are shown in Lot sections, because they are not the same for all lots.
Lot 1. LOT 1 - Asbestos Survey/ Inspection
Description
The Services will surveying and inspection for asbestos and associated services. This will include surveying and inspection for asbestos (and associated services) in a variety of buildings and at various locations. The abovementioned Works and Services will not include the testing, or removal of asbestos as these will be subject to separate framework arrangements.
Lot value (estimated)
- £1 excluding VAT
- £1 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 90650000 - Asbestos removal services
- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services
- 71355000 - Surveying services
- 71315300 - Building surveying services
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. LOT 2 - Asbestos Testing/ Analytical Services
Description
The Services will cover testing for asbestos and associated services. This will include testing for asbestos (and associated services) in a variety of buildings and at various locations. The abovementioned Works and Services will not include the surveying, or removal of asbestos as these will be subject to separate framework arrangements.
Lot value (estimated)
- £1 excluding VAT
- £1 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 90650000 - Asbestos removal services
- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 3. LOT 3 - (HSE) Asbestos Removal
Description
The Services will cover asbestos removal and associated services. This will include the removal of asbestos (and associated services) from a variety of buildings and at various locations. The abovementioned Works and Services will not include the testing, surveying of asbestos as these will be subject to separate framework arrangements.
Lot value (estimated)
- £1 excluding VAT
- £1 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
CPV classifications
- 45262660 - Asbestos-removal work
- 45262000 - Special trade construction works other than roof works
- 90650000 - Asbestos removal services
Same for all lots
Contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
8
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
Please see framework documents
Award method when using the framework
Either with or without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council
Caerphilly County Borough Council
Monmouthshire County Council
Newport City Council
Torfaen County Borough Council
Bridgend County Borough Council
City of Cardiff Council
Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council
Rhondda Cynon Taff County Borough Council
Vale of Glamorgan Council
Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council
City and County of Swansea
Carmarthenshire County Council
Pembrokeshire County Council
Ceredigion County Council
Powys County Council
Wrexham County Borough Council
Denbighshire County Council
Flintshire County Council
Isle of Anglesey County Council
Conwy County Borough Council
Gwynedd County Council
Open to all Public Sector Contracting Authorities upon discussion with the City and County of Swansea'
Participation
Legal and financial capacity conditions of participation
Lot 1. LOT 1 - Asbestos Survey/ Inspection
Lot 2. LOT 2 - Asbestos Testing/ Analytical Services
Please see framework documents
Lot 3. LOT 3 - (HSE) Asbestos Removal
Please free framework documents
Technical ability conditions of participation
Lot 1. LOT 1 - Asbestos Survey/ Inspection
Lot 2. LOT 2 - Asbestos Testing/ Analytical Services
Please see framework documents
Lot 3. LOT 3 - (HSE) Asbestos Removal
Please free framework documents
Particular suitability
Lot 1. LOT 1 - Asbestos Survey/ Inspection
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Lot 2. LOT 2 - Asbestos Testing/ Analytical Services
Lot 3. LOT 3 - (HSE) Asbestos Removal
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
29 September 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
6 October 2025, 12:00pm
Electronic auction will be used
Yes
Submission address and any special instructions
https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/ - itt_117861
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
- Welsh
- English
Award decision date (estimated)
30 November 2025
Award criteria
Lot 1. LOT 1 - Asbestos Survey/ Inspection
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Price | 60.00% |
| Q1 - Health and safety | Quality | 10.00% |
| Q2 - Quality | Quality | 10.00% |
| Q3 - Reporting | Quality | 10.00% |
| Q4 - Reporting | Quality | 10.00% |
Lot 2. LOT 2 - Asbestos Testing/ Analytical Services
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Price | 60.00% |
| Q1 - Health and Safety | Quality | 10.00% |
| Q2- RAMS | Quality | 10.00% |
| Q3 - Reporting | Quality | 10.00% |
| Q4 - Reporting | Quality | 10.00% |
Lot 3. LOT 3 - (HSE) Asbestos Removal
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Price/ Compensation events |
Price | 60.00% |
| Q1 - Example 1 | Quality | 10.00% | |
| Q2 - Example 2 | Quality | 10.00% | |
| Q3 - Example 3 | Quality | 10.00% | |
| Q4 - Example 4 | Quality | 10.00% |
Other information
Payment terms
Please see Framework documents
Description of risks to contract performance
Please see Framework documents
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Justification for not publishing a preliminary market engagement notice
As per section 17(1)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023, The Council has utilised its subject matter experts knowledge to identify the preferred and most relevant approach to the market given the requirements of this particular procurement activity
Documents
Associated tender documents
http://www.,https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk
Technical specifications to be met
http://www.,https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk
Contracting authority
City & County of Swansea
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PYYD-8699-BJGD
Civic Centre
Swansea
SA1 3SN
United Kingdom
Contact name: Robert James
Email: Procurement@swansea.gov.uk
Website: http://www.swansea.gov.uk/dobusiness
Region: UKL18 - Swansea
Organisation type: Public authority - central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales