Asset & Development Consultancy Framework - M&E Consultancy
Framework Description
The M&E Consultancy lot of South East Consortium's Asset & Development Consultancy framework gives public sector buyers access to mechanical and electrical engineering consultants. Services range from lift consultancy and electrical surveys to M&E design, estimating and specification advice, in line with current CIBSE guidance. The lot was awarded on 21 January 2025 (reference 2024/S 000-016416) and runs until 20 January 2028, with an option to extend by 12 months.
Context & Use Case
Public sector landlords and asset owners call on it when they need M&E input to plan maintenance, survey ageing plant or specify major works, on maintenance and development programmes alike. Typical instructions include lift assessments, mechanical and electrical condition surveys, and preparing tender documents for contractors. Buyers appoint by direct award or mini-competition.
Scope of Services
Lift consultancy Maintenance surveys of mechanical and electrical systems Electrical surveys M&E design and estimating Advice on tender documents and specifications
Lots
Single lot (M&E Consultancy, within the Asset & Development Consultancy framework)
Who Can Apply
Suits building services consultancies with chartered engineers and experience of public sector housing or estates. Applications for this lot are closed until SEC re-procures it, likely around 20 January 2028, or a year later if the extension is used, so firms outside it should plan for that competition.
Buyer Benefits
Buyers get engineers who already know the client-side demands of social housing and public estates, on call-off terms that cover small surveys and larger design commissions alike. Direct award lets them appoint quickly when a lift or electrical issue is urgent, while mini-competition suits bigger programmes.
Next Steps
If you hold a place, offer SEC members fast survey turnaround and clear specifications, which feed into direct award decisions. If not, prepare for the re-tender, expected around January 2028 or January 2029 if extended, by documenting lift, electrical and M&E design projects for public clients and the CIBSE-aligned methods you use, and watch SEC's consultancy framework pages.
How Athena Can Help
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If you are preparing for SEC's next consultancy procurement, our framework registration consultants plan the application and gather the evidence, and our public tender bid support helps you decide which lots to target and how to price them.
