The Asset Safety and Compliance (ASC1) Framework was designed to offer a suite of asset safety and
compliance support to help the public sector meet government guidelines and legal responsibilities
relating to building life safety and maintenance.
What was clear throughout our engagement process was a requirement for a comprehensive suite of
asset safety and compliance disciplines in a single framework designed to offer an efficient, value for
money procurement route for local authorities, social landlords and other public sector bodies to source
specialist suppliers who can provide a full suite of asset safety and compliance support services.
Asset Safety and Compliance (ASC1) has been developed following ongoing engagement and consultation with public sector organisations including housing associations, local authorities and healthcare facilities.
Key features:
Suite of asset safety and compliance disciplines providing a method to meet government
guidelines regarding life safety, property protection and maintenance
Access to a pool of consultancy and compliance-related expertise through a single framework
Access to consultancy and surveying specialists for the management and removal of asbestos
Access to expertise in property protection, water management, gas safety and heating servicing, asbestos and electrical testing
Timeline
Tender published7 December 2022
Submission date16 March 2023
Award published4 September 2023
Contract start date4 September 2023
Contract expiry date3 September 2027in 12 months
Lots (9)
52 suppliers across 9 lots
Asbestos Consultancy
10 suppliers
Lot 1A covers Asbestos Consultancy and offers organisations who provide specialist asbestos consultancy services to assist partners with the management of asbestos within their properties.
The scope of this lot includes:
> 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
Asbestos Surveys & Testing
12 suppliers
Lot 1B covers Asbestos survey and testing services offering experienced organisations who provide specialist asbestos sampling, testing and analysis services to assist partners with the management of asbestos within their properties.
The scope of this lot will include:
> Asbestos Management Surveys
> Asbestos Refurbishment & Demolition Surveys
> Reinspection Surveys
> Air monitoring and 4 stage clearance
Asbestos Removal & Disposal Works
4 suppliers
Workstream 1C covers Asbestos Consultancy offering experienced organisations who provide specialist asbestos management services to assist partners with the containment, protection and removal of asbestos within their properties.
The scope of this lot will include:
> Asbestos remediation, removal and encapsulation / protection works
> Disposal of asbestos containing materials
Property Protection and Associated Services
2 suppliers
Lot 2A covers property protection and associated services offering experienced organisations who provide a wide range of specialist property protection and associated services for both vacant and occupied properties.
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
Water Hygiene Testing and Consultancy
7 suppliers
Lot 3A covers water hygiene testing and consultancy offering 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.
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
Water System Maintenance, Remedials and Associated Services
7 suppliers
Lot 3B covers water system maintenance, remedials and associated services offering 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.
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
Gas Heating Systems Inspection, Servicing & Remedial (Domestic)
3 suppliers
Lot 4A will cover gas safety & heating systems inspection, servicing & remedial (domestic) works.
LHC/SPA 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.
Fixed Wire Testing (EICR) and Remedials
4 suppliers
Lot 5A covers fixed wire testing (EICR) and associated remedial works offering experienced organisations who can provide periodic inspection and testing of electrical installations within their properties, and the provision of EICRs. In addition (where requested) 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
Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)
3 suppliers
Lot 5B covers portable appliance testing (PAT) offering experienced organisations who can provide inspection, testing and certification of portable electrical appliances and equipment.
Call-offs from Asset Safety and Compliance
Awarded contracts called off from this framework agreement.
