Removal and Disposal of Asbestos Materials with subsequent Reinstatement and Remedial Works

South Lanarkshire Council’s Housing and Technical Resources, Property Services requires to establish a multi-disciplinary contract to carry out the Removal and Disposal of Asbestos Materials with subsequent Reinstatement and Remedial Works. Works will consist of 60% asbestos / 40% non-asbestos work.

Typical types of reinstatement works will include but not limited to flooring re-instatement, reinsulating lofts, plastering, joinery (including kitchen unit refit), electrical works and plumbing works where scaffolding will be required as and when required. Collecting and disposing of fly tipped material containing an element of asbestos containing material may also be required.

For asbestos removal and disposal, contractors must hold and maintain an HSE License and a waste carriers license throughout the life of the contract. Bidders will be asked to demonstrate experience in both the asbestos and non-asbestos works within the forthcoming Invitation to Tender as part of the SPD response.

This applies whether the bid comes from a sole bidder, consortium or where any aspect of the contract will be subcontracted. This contract will be awarded via the Open Tender procedure based on the most economically advantageous tender (MEAT) criteria under regulation 28 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 which enables the Council to take account of criteria that reflect qualitative technical aspects of the tender submission as well as price when reaching an awarding decision.

As part of Stage 2 the bidders will then be required to complete a Technical response based on Technical Specific questions related to the contract including Fair Work First and Community Benefits. As part of Stage 3 the bidders will then be required to complete a Commercial response based on services required.

As part of the tender evaluation process the Council will then request evidence from the recommended bidders prior to being appointed. It is anticipated that the form of contract will be the Measured Term Contract (MTC/Scot) 2011 Edition). The is anticipated that the contract term will be for 3 years with an optional extension of up to 36 months.