Double Demountable Building for Kirk Merrington Primary

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

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Award

03 Jun 2026 at 12:55

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Durham County Council involves the supply of a double demountable building for Kirk Merrington Primary School, located in the North East region of the United Kingdom. The project falls under the industry category of modular and portable buildings, with an estimated value of £304,912.76. The procurement method utilised is a selective call-off from a framework agreement, specifically against DPS NEPO219 Building Materials & Managed Stores Category 6. The tender was awarded to Portakabin on 14th January 2026, with the contract period starting from the 2nd of February 2026 and concluding on 30th June 2026. The procurement process is complete, and the award has been published as of 3rd June 2026.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses specialising in modular construction and those capable of providing classroom-sized modular buildings. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly suitable for this tender given the suitability criteria outlined in the procurement documents. Additionally, suppliers with experience in the education sector or similar public infrastructure projects may find this contract aligns well with their expertise and growth strategies. The involvement in such projects can enhance business portfolios and foster relationships with local government bodies for future opportunities.

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Notice Title

Double Demountable Building for Kirk Merrington Primary

Notice Description

DCC requires a provider to supply a single storey modular building comprising two standard sized classrooms to Kirk Merrington Primary School. Further competition against DPS NEPO219 Building Materials & Managed Stores Category 6: Modular Build via TPPL.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-82490485-20d5-4030-a1aa-67defb7337c5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6bfcb18c-816f-451e-9652-c9afe90fd9b2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

44211100 - Modular and portable buildings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£304,912 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£304,912 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
26 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jan 20265 months ago
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5UZ
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

PORTAKABIN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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