Work starts this month on redecoration work and pre-painting repairs for 16,500 homes managed by Orbit in Kent, East Sussex, Surrey, South London, Norfolk and Suffolk.
The contract includes the option of a five-year extension when the original ten-year contract term comes to an end.
Deji Fajobi, head of planned works for Orbit, said: “Our contract with Seddon Property Services is the culmination of a competitive and OJEU compliant process which generated significant interest.
“Seddon’s winning tender offers the opportunity to deliver high quality works at great value for our residents and the wider community. We look forward to working successfully with the Seddon team in the months and years ahead.”
Lee Painter, strategic operations manager for Seddon Property Services, said: “We look forward to working with Orbit and residents to deliver a high-quality, cost-effective service using our extensive experience of providing painting and maintenance services for affordable housing sector clients.”