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NCC1109 Berwick Maltings Theatre Main Contractor

NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

30 Oct 2025 at 10:03

Tender

27 Jan 2025 at 18:01

Summary of the contracting process

Northumberland County Council is seeking a main contractor for the redevelopment of The Berwick Maltings Theatre, under an open procedure procurement method. The initiative is part of a wider plan to establish the theatre as a landmark cultural attraction, fostering economic and social growth in Berwick upon Tweed. The contracting process is currently in the Award stage, having completed the Tender stage, with the successful bidder being Willmott Dixon Construction Limited. The project, classified under construction work in the CPV scheme, has significant key dates, including a Pre-Construction Services Agreement (PCSA) running from 31st March 2025 to 19th August 2025, and the main contract scheduled from 22nd September 2025 to 22nd March 2027, signalling intensive periods of activity and potential subcontractor opportunities.

This project presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the construction sector, particularly those specializing in design and build methods, construction machinery, and materials supply. It provides a platform for enterprises to collaborate with a major player in the industry, Willmott Dixon Construction Limited, and leverage the £25.9 million development budget to gain visibility and establish long-term business relationships. Businesses with expertise in technical deliverability, site logistics, sustainability improvements, and those who can provide solutions that enhance the visitor economy of Berwick upon Tweed will find this tender an exceptional chance for growth and engagement in an impactful cultural redevelopment project.

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Notice Title

NCC1109 Berwick Maltings Theatre Main Contractor

Notice Description

Northumberland County Council (NCC) conducted a procurement exercise to appoint a main contractor to carry out the works at The Berwick Maltings Theatre. Project Aims: * Provide a landmark cultural attraction at the heart of the town, creating a new focal point for visitors and residents' year-round activity and a cornerstone of destination development * Broaden the visitor offer by working in partnership with complimentary proposals reflecting the wider, environmental, heritage, commercial and cultural interests of the town * Develop an improved wet weather daytime facility for residents and visitors * Develop a year-round festival/events programme to grow the evening economy and lengthen the visitor season * Raise awareness of Berwick upon Tweed and its diverse assets, maximising its appeal as both a day trip and overnight destination and supporting year- round growth in revenues and employment across the visitor economy * Facilitate skills development and job creation through the provision of on-site learning activity, apprenticeships, and new jobs. The overall development budget is PS25.9m. The target build cost for the development is PS15m (exclusive of Preliminaries, OH&P, PCSA Fee, Risk and Inflation). The successful contractor will be expected to coordinate a value engineering process with the project team during the PCSA period, to reach an affordable scheme. PCSA - 31st March 2025 - 19th August 2025 (20 weeks) Main Contract - 22nd September 2025 - 22nd March 2027 (78 weeks)

Lot Information

Lot 1

This project is to be developed using a two-stage design and build procurement. The first stage is implemented through a Pre-Construction Services Agreement (PCSA) where the successful bidder will carry out a set of pre-construction services for an agreed fee. During this stage the design and scope, price and programme for the main works under the building contract will be developed by the successful bidder and provided to the Council for approval. The Council at its entire discretion may then award a building contract by issuing a notice to proceed.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04d698
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069623-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

43300000 - Construction machinery and equipment

44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£883,727 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Oct 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2025 - 22 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Kerry Davidson
Contact Email
kerry.davidson@northumberland.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MORPETH
Postcode
NE61 2EF
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC42 Northumberland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLC2 Northumberland, and Tyne and Wear

Local Authority
Northumberland
Electoral Ward
Morpeth Kirkhill
Westminster Constituency
North Northumberland

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WILLMOTT DIXON CONSTRUCTION

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