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20 Jul 2026 at 12:56

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "ECI for Design & Build Scheme for Sherburn House Bridge" was managed by Durham County Council. This tender falls under the Construction work category, specifically targeting the repair and design of Sherburn House Bridge in the North East of England. The procurement method was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender stage has been concluded, with the award made on 9th March 2026, and the contract period extending from 9th March 2026 to 31st October 2026. The award was officially published on 20th July 2026, valued at £119,197.35.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in construction works, as indicated by its suitability for such organisations. The engagement with Durham County Council provides a platform for businesses to establish or strengthen relationships with public sector bodies. The framework agreement's selective approach indicates that qualified businesses with existing capabilities or those part of the framework could leverage this contract to enhance their portfolio. Story Contracting Ltd, as the awarded supplier, exemplifies the type of company well-positioned for such opportunities, marking a clear path to business growth within the regional infrastructure sector.

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Notice Title

ECI for Design & Build Scheme for Sherburn House Bridge

Notice Description

Design and repair Sherburn House Bridge

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bce105bd-adf5-4784-a962-64209ca2ad52
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e5d6dd6-9bce-4284-a05b-7bb830c517da
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£119,197 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£119,197 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Mar 20265 months ago
Contract Period
9 Mar 2026 - 31 Oct 2026 6-12 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 5UQ
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

STORY CONTRACTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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