Valuation services for the public sector
Public sector bodies operate within a distinct set of statutory, financial, and regulatory obligations, and the valuations that underpin those obligations need to be robust, well-evidenced, and prepared by people who understand the environment they are working in. At BTG Eddisons, our public sector valuation team has been built specifically to meet that standard.
Our team is ready to discuss your requirements. Call 0800 051 2593, email [email protected], or complete our contact form further down the page to get started.
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Our public sector valuation services
Asset and property valuations for financial reporting
The most common instruction we receive is the preparation of RICS Red Book-compliant asset and property valuations for financial reporting purposes, prepared in accordance with CIPFA guidance and structured to withstand the scrutiny of external auditors at year-end. Our reports are always thorough, clearly evidenced, and delivered on time.
We are also experienced in supporting clients through the year-end process, providing supplementary evidence, attending meetings, and responding to auditor queries efficiently.
Section 123 disposal valuations
Where disposal is being considered, we provide independent Section 123 valuations to demonstrate best consideration and satisfy the statutory obligation to achieve best value from public assets.
Our disposal advice is integrated with our in-house agency and auction teams, providing a seamless route from valuation to sale without the need to appoint a separate firm.
Acquisition valuations
On the acquisition side, we prepare independently evidenced valuations to support investment decisions and satisfy governance requirements, drawing on current comparable evidence from our regional offices across England.
Our valuations give decision-makers the confidence that the property price being paid reflects genuine market value and provide the documented evidence trail that procurement and audit processes require.
Estate strategy and portfolio advisory
In addition to individual asset valuations, we provide broader estate strategy and portfolio advisory services, helping public sector clients understand the performance of their assets, identify development potential, and plan estate rationalisation where required.
This work is delivered in close coordination with our public sector property solutions team, ensuring valuation advice is connected to the wider strategic picture.
How do our public sector valuations work?
Our public sector valuation team is led by Chris Soar, MRICS, Head of Public Sector Valuations, with over a decade of specialist experience advising government departments, local authorities, and NHS clients on portfolio valuations. Every instruction is prepared and signed off by a RICS Registered Valuer with direct, relevant experience.
We understand the questions auditors ask and the standards they apply. Our reports are structured accordingly, and our team is experienced in supporting clients through the year-end process, offering supplementary evidence, attending meetings, and responding to queries efficiently. That experience with the audit process is something clients consistently tell us they value.
Who is this service designed for?
Our public sector valuation service is used by a wide range of organisations, including:
- Local authorities requiring asset valuations for annual financial statements and balance sheet reporting.
- NHS trusts and healthcare bodies with estate portfolios requiring periodic revaluation.
- Central government departments and arm's length bodies with disposal or acquisition requirements.
- Schools, academies, and multi-academy trusts requiring valuations for capital project business cases or estate reviews.
- Further and higher education institutions with mixed-use estate portfolios.
- Housing associations and registered providers with valuation requirements for financial reporting or lending purposes.
- Public bodies facing estate rationalisation that require independent valuations to support the decision-making process.
Why choose BTG Eddisons for public sector valuations?
With 35 offices and 550 professionals nationwide, our valuers operate in the markets they value, drawing on live comparable evidence from in-house regional agency colleagues to produce market-facing valuations that a desk-based team cannot replicate.
Where instructions extend beyond valuation, our auction, building consultancy, and property agency teams work alongside our valuers, providing integrated support without the need to appoint a separate firm.
BTG Eddisons is a named supplier on the RM6343 and ESPO frameworks, making appointment straightforward and procurement-compliant for most public sector bodies.
Our track record in the public sector is evidenced by the case studies on this page and the positive client reviews our team consistently receives. We would encourage you to read both before making your decision.
Speak to our public sector valuations team
To discuss a public sector valuation requirement or find out more about how we can support your organisation, call 0800 051 2593, email [email protected], or complete the form below. You can also contact Chris Soar directly at [email protected].
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