Asbestos Surveying & Analytical Services
NHS Greater Glasgow and ClydeEstimated Value
Not specified
Deadline
Not specified
Published
9 June 2026
Type
services
Overview
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (GG&C) (“the participating authority”) and NHS Golden Jubilee require suitably qualified, competent and experienced Consultants to provide a range of Asbestos Surveying and Analytical Services through a framework agreement. In addition NHS Lanarkshire will have the option to access this framework agreement if they so choose.
NHS GGC are aware the NHS Lanarkshire are currently looking to progress their own procurement to establish a contract separate to this procurement. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (GG&C) (“the participating authority”) require suitably qualified, competent and experienced Consultants to provide a range of Asbestos Surveying and Analytical Services through a framework agreement.
The total spend for this framework agreement is estimated to be approximately GBP 250000 per annum. The framework agreement will initially be for a period of 36 months with estimated value of GBP 750000 thereafter a 1 x 12 Month Extension option is available.
Key dates
- Duration
- 36 months
Additional details
The successful contractors must be able to play an active and effective role in understanding the needs and requirements of a large and complex building stock and will be expected to support the Board through the delivery of a comprehensive and demanding package of services. Although NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde will aim to achieve the estimated level of spend detailed under this framework agreement there will be no commitment or guarantee as to the volume of business that contractors may/may not receive by virtue of being appointed upon this Framework Agreement. In addition please note that there is a tolerance (+/-) spend level of 50% on the value of the total contract.
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (and optionally NHS Golden Jubilee and NHS Lanarkshire) need qualified asbestos surveying and testing consultants. You'd be on a framework agreement for 3 years (potentially extending 1 year) to provide surveys and lab analysis of asbestos in NHS buildings as needed, with an estimated budget of around £250,000 per year.
Requirements
- Suitably qualified consultants (specific qualifications not detailed in this notice — check full tender documents for required certifications, likely including BOHS or similar asbestos surveying qualifications)
- Demonstrated competence and experience in asbestos surveying and analytical services
- Ability to handle complex, large building portfolios
- Capability to support NHS through comprehensive and demanding service delivery
- No specific performance bond or insurance mentioned in this notice — check full tender documents
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Conduct asbestos surveys across NHS GG&C building estate (hospitals, clinics, facilities)
- Collect and analyse asbestos samples from suspect materials in buildings
- Provide analytical/laboratory testing results for asbestos identification
- Support NHS GG&C in understanding asbestos risks across their property portfolio
- Respond to ad-hoc survey requests from the NHS as buildings are developed, refurbished, or demolished
How to Read This Tender
- 1This is a 'framework agreement' — not a fixed contract. You're pre-approved to do work, but NHS only calls you when needed. The £250k/year is estimated spend, not guaranteed. You might get more or less (they've built in a 50% tolerance either way).
- 2Watch the value tolerance carefully: estimated £250k/year could realistically be £125k–£375k/year depending on their actual needs. Budget your costs with this uncertainty in mind.
- 3Three years is the main term, but there's a 1-year extension option at the end. The NHS can choose to extend or re-tender — nothing's guaranteed beyond 36 months.
- 4Check the full tender documents for specific technical qualifications required (likely BOHS Level 3 in asbestos surveying or equivalent, UKAS accreditation for lab work, HSE registration).
- 5This is a service contract, not supply-and-install. You're providing expertise and reports, not physical materials or remediation work.
Tips for Small Businesses
- If you're a small surveying firm, consider partnering with a larger consultancy or lab for sample analysis — you can sub out the analytical side while managing the surveying relationships with NHS.
- The 36-month term is attractive for cash flow planning — this is a stable, long-term relationship if you win it. Build your resourcing plan assuming the low end (£125k/year) to be safe, then scale up if call-off volumes increase.
- Check whether NHS GG&C scores 'social value' in their award criteria (common in NHS procurement). If so, highlight local employment, community benefits, or supporting NHS staff development in your bid.
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NHS Greater Glasgow and ClydeKey Dates
Published
9 June 2026
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