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Invitation to Tender for Asbestos Surveying, Sampling, Air Testing and Consultancy Services

Tender Overview

LOCATION

West Midlands, United Kingdom

VALUE

£480,000

DEADLINE

February 16, 2026 at 15:00

CATEGORY

Other

CPV CODE

71630000

REFERENCE

001798-2026

Project Timeline

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Original Tender Description

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking tenders from experienced organisations to assist in the delivery of a wide range of Asbestos Surveying, Sampling, Air-Testing and Consultancy Services and ancillary to support and complement existing in-house service(s), all in accordance with these Tender Documents. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the ITT and other related documents. In Order To View and Submit a Tender, you will be required to` Opt-In`. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the `Guidance for Suppliers` section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: Monday 16 February 2026 at 15:00hrs
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MANDATORY EXCLUSION GROUNDS

  • No explicit mandatory exclusion grounds are mentioned in the provided information.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • Be an experienced organisation.
  • Be capable of delivering a wide range of Asbestos Surveying, Sampling, Air-Testing and Consultancy Services and ancillary services.
  • Comply with all requirements specified in the full Tender Documents.
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TECHNICAL CAPABILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • Possess the capability to provide Asbestos Surveying services.
  • Possess the capability to provide Asbestos Sampling services.
  • Possess the capability to provide Asbestos Air Testing services.
  • Possess the capability to provide Asbestos Consultancy services.
  • Possess the capability to provide ancillary services related to asbestos management.
  • Ensure services support and complement existing in-house service(s) of Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council.
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FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Be capable of undertaking a contract with an estimated value of £400,000 (or 480,000 EUR).
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SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

  • Register your company on the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc).
  • Express an interest in the opportunity via the In-tend system.
  • "Opt-In" to view and submit a tender on the In-tend system.
  • Submit all procurement responses exclusively via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal.
  • Adhere to the closing date: Monday 16 February 2026 at 15:00hrs.
  • Refer to the "Guidance for Suppliers" section on the In-tend website for a step-by-step user guide.
  • Contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810 for system assistance.

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Summary:
Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council invites experienced organizations to tender for comprehensive asbestos surveying, sampling, air testing, and consultancy services, with an estimated value of £400,000, to be submitted via their In-tend e-Tendering System by February 16, 2026.

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67
Good

Tender Quality Score

This tender is significantly incomplete due to the absence of full tender documents, detailed specifications, and evaluation criteria, making it challenging for potential bidders to prepare comprehensive proposals.

Score Breakdown

Legal Compliance100/100

The provided information lacks explicit mention of mandatory exclusion grounds, which are fundamental to public procurement directives. While the use of an e-tendering system aligns with modern procurement principles, the absence of full documentation raises concerns about overall legal robustness.

Absence of explicit mandatory exclusion grounds in the provided extract.
Clarity40/100

The description of the required services is clear at a high level, and the instructions for using the e-tendering system are well-articulated. However, the eligibility and technical capability requirements are very generic and lack the necessary detail for bidders to fully understand expectations.

Vague eligibility and technical capability requirements due to the absence of full tender documents.
Completeness83/100

This is the most significant weakness. The tender explicitly states 'DOCUMENTS (0 total)' and 'No document content available'. Crucial elements such as detailed technical specifications, full terms and conditions, and, most importantly, evaluation criteria are missing, rendering the tender largely incomplete.

Absence of full tender documents and detailed technical specifications.
Missing evaluation criteria.
Fairness60/100

The 'Open procedure' generally promotes fairness. However, the lack of detailed requirements and explicit evaluation criteria creates a significant risk of subjective assessment during the tender evaluation phase, potentially undermining the principle of equal treatment among bidders.

Absence of detailed requirements and evaluation criteria could lead to subjective assessment.
Practicality40/100

The use of a dedicated e-tendering system with clear instructions and support is practical for submission. However, without access to the full tender documents, bidders cannot practically prepare a comprehensive, compliant, and competitive bid, making the process impractical for serious contenders.

Bidders cannot practically prepare a comprehensive bid due to the absence of full tender documents.
Data Consistency100/100

The estimated value is presented as 480,000.00 EUR, and then as '£400,000 (or 480,000 EUR)' in the financial requirements. While the values are consistent with a specific conversion rate, explicitly stating the primary currency or the conversion rate used would enhance clarity. Other timeline data is consistent.

Estimated value presented in both EUR and GBP without explicit clarification of the primary currency or conversion rate.
Sustainability0/100

The provided tender information contains no mention of sustainability, social, or innovation criteria. This indicates a missed opportunity to incorporate broader public value considerations into the procurement process.

Absence of sustainability, social, or innovation criteria.

Strengths

Clear high-level description of the required services.
Use of a dedicated e-tendering system with clear instructions and support.
Open procedure promoting broad competition.
Estimated value and contract duration are clearly stated.

Concerns

Absence of full tender documents and detailed technical specifications.
Missing explicit mandatory exclusion grounds.
Lack of evaluation criteria.
Vague eligibility and technical capability requirements.
Absence of sustainability, social, or innovation considerations.

Recommendations

1. Publish all comprehensive tender documents, including detailed specifications, terms and conditions, and any annexes.
2. Clearly define and publish the evaluation criteria and their respective weightings.
3. Explicitly state all mandatory and discretionary exclusion grounds in accordance with relevant procurement law.

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