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NCC1553 - Bellingham School ASHP Installation Consultancy

NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Northumberland County Council has finalised the procurement process for the consultancy services related to the installation of Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP) at Bellingham Middle and Bellingham Primary Schools. This project, classified under the construction work industry category, is located in North East England, United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted using a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement, marking the status as complete. The tender, titled "NCC1553 - Bellingham School ASHP Installation Consultancy," had its contract period beginning on 1st November 2025 and ending on 10th January 2026, with an award value of £1,174,910.12. The award was made on 16th April 2026, and PHS Home Solution Limited was appointed as the supplier.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in construction and sustainable energy solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate in such projects, given the defined suitability for SMEs and the focus on innovative heating solutions. Companies with expertise in energy efficiency and school infrastructure improvements would find this project beneficial for demonstrating capabilities and expanding their portfolio within the public sector. The contract supports growth through participation in regional development projects and contributes to broader decarbonisation and energy efficiency goals.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NCC1553 - Bellingham School ASHP Installation Consultancy

Notice Description

Northumberland County council have appointed a consultant for design and construction for the provision of Air Source Heat Pump ASHP heating and hot water for Bellingham Middle and Bellingham Primary Schools. Both institutions are housed in the same building but are separate entities an require independent control and billing for heating and hot water. Alongside to these works are fabric improvement upgrades including cavity wall and loft insulation for the heat decarbonisation of the Bellingham School

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-579a69bf-d32b-4e66-aa36-78a1286844ae
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0e14d9d-e588-4225-8644-dbd6831dab68
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,174,910 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,174,910 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 10 Jan 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MORPETH
Postcode
NE61 2EF
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC42 Northumberland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Northumberland
Electoral Ward
Morpeth Kirkhill
Westminster Constituency
North Northumberland

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PHS HOME SOLUTION

Further Information

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