Award

Framework Agreement for Engineering Inspections

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

25 Mar 2021 at 10:58

Award Notice
Tender

31 Jan 2020 at 10:44

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Durham County Council has completed the public procurement process for a Framework Agreement for Engineering Inspections, initially published on 31 January 2020. This procurement falls under the services industry category and specifically pertains to architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services. The contract was awarded on 21 January 2021 and runs from 1 March 2021 to 28 February 2025. The procurement method was open, with documents available for download on the NEPO website, highlighting the ongoing public interest in compliance with statutory requirements across various properties within the North East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender represents an opportunity for engineering firms, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs), to participate in a significant contract with a local authority. Given the broad nature of the inspections required and the diverse range of properties involved—from educational establishments to leisure facilities—businesses with expertise in engineering inspections and asset management will find this contract particularly suitable. Engaging in this framework not only enhances visibility to potential future contracts but also establishes a reputable partnership with Durham County Council, potentially leading to further collaborations in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for Engineering Inspections

Notice Description

This framework is to appoint a single Contractor to deliver engineering inspections for Durham County Council in line with statutory requirements. This Contract will cover the provision of engineering inspections for plant and equipment to ensure compliance with current Regulations, This Contract includes a requirement for an initial audit of properties and equipment to enable the creation of an accurate asset database to facilitate the contract and effective maintenance. The contract is to cover a wide and diverse range of properties, including office accommodation, public buildings, educational establishments, leisure facilities, fire and rescue stations and domestic properties of vulnerable people. The Council reserves the right to add additional areas on throughout the duration of the contract including any extensions taken. Additional information: The documents must be downloaded from www.nepo.org and insert reference DN 462597, any questions must be raised through this Nepo system.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-669e05b7-08e4-4922-9e70-bf31a3d1642f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2af14774-f5f2-4249-8815-6d94543ac236
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£750,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Mar 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jan 20215 years ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2021 - 28 Feb 2025 4-5 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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)
Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Neville's Cross
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ZURICH MUNICIPAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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