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FC Design for Frosterley & Kevins Bridges

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

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22 Sep 2025 at 12:49

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Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process, managed by Durham County Council, involved a selective call-off from a framework agreement to secure FC Design services for Frosterley & Kevins Bridges. Governed under CPV code 71242000, this contract pertains to project and design preparation, estimation of costs. The procurement, which falls under the 'services' category, is set in the North East, United Kingdom, with Durham as the central location. The tender period concluded on 4th June 2025, followed by the award date on 25th June 2025, and the contract period ranging from 1st July 2025 to 30th April 2026. The total contract value amounts to £135,978.76 GBP, delivered by Story Contracting Ltd.

This tender presents substantial growth prospects for businesses specialising in project design and cost estimation. It is particularly well-suited to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as the process supports their participation. By engaging with framework agreements, companies can not only secure current opportunities but also significantly enhance their credentials and experience for future endeavours in public procurement. A successful bid in this domain can enhance a company's portfolio, especially within the public infrastructure sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

FC Design for Frosterley & Kevins Bridges

Notice Description

FC from NEPO211 Lot 2 Design and Repair contract to sole supplier

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-eeeb7d61-c52f-40f6-b313-f88ca25c4137
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74108704-e7f9-4a33-845d-f1b189ac58fb
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71242000 - Project and design preparation, estimation of costs

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£135,978 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£135,978 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 30 Apr 2026 6-12 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
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 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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