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Contract for Land of Lead and Silver North Pennines

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

22 Jul 2024 at 16:10

Award Notice
Tender

31 Jan 2024 at 16:14

Tender Notice
Tender

30 Jan 2024 at 11:32

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement contract titled "Contract for Land of Lead and Silver North Pennines" was initiated by Durham County Council, encompassing the construction and repair of historical mining sites across Northumberland, Cumbria, and County Durham in the United Kingdom. The contract falls under the industry category of Construction work (CPV code: 45000000) and is in the award stage with the award published on 22nd July 2024. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure, and the contract runs from 1st April 2024 to 31st October 2027. Key project milestones include the improvement of access, heritage skills training, site presentations, and one apprenticeship position, with a significant portion of the funding sourced from the National Lottery Heritage Fund and Historic England, concluding by 31st March 2025.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses within the construction and heritage conservation sectors, particularly those specialising in the repair and consolidation of historical structures. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to compete, as they have been identified as suitable contenders by the procurement process. The scope of work includes complex conservation tasks and community engagement activities, making it ideal for businesses with expertise in heritage projects and public engagement. Given the project’s comprehensive funding structure, it represents a stable and compelling growth opportunity for the winning contractor.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Contract for Land of Lead and Silver North Pennines

Notice Description

This contract is for the appointment of a single contractor for the delivery project for Land of Lead and Silver. This Project includes the consolidation and repair works at eight priority structures being: Allen Smelt Mill and Silver Refinery (Northumberland); Allenheads Mine and Ore Works (Northumberland); Holmes Linn Lead Mine (Northumberland); Augill Lead Mine Smelting Mill (Cumbria); Nenthead Mine (Cumbria); Coldberry Lead Mine (County Durham) and Middlehopeshield Mine (County Durham). The requirements also include as set out within the tender the following as a minimum: * Access improvements at sites including Dow Gang Hush, Augill, Fletcheras Rake, Middle Level Greenlaws, and Coldberry, among others; * Heritage Skills training/visits for volunteers and the general public; * Be available for groups to talk about the work being undertaken; * Outside of the tender requirements for Themes and Outcomes Measures (TOM's) there is funding for 1 apprenticeship. Funding This Project is to be funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, with match funding from Historic England. The project at Middleshopeshield will be part funded by the UK Government through the Rural England Prosperity Fund. This has received conditional approval of this funding and full approval is expected soon. The funding will end on the 31st March 2025. The North Pennines National Landscape (NPNL) are reviewing additional sources of funding to support the delivery of the scope and achievement of the strategic objectives for this project for this project focussed on North Pennines mining heritage. Should the NPNL be unsuccessful in obtaining all / some funding the Project may be modified accordingly, (unless an alternative funding source is identified). The documents must be downloaded from www.nepo.org and insert DN 709103 reference within the supplier area .

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3d6240a-6409-4449-a7c1-4566aebe6e7c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£595,738 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Feb 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2024 - 31 Dec 2026 2-3 years
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
DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Kelly Stewart
Contact Email
kstew@durham.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5UL
Post Town
Durham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Neville's Cross
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HERITAGE CONSOLIDATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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