This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

17 Jul 2025 at 10:03

Tender

29 Apr 2025 at 15:38

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Overhead Line Contractor Framework" has been concluded by the Tyne and Wear Passenger Transport Executive, trading as Nexus, based in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the utilities industry and involves engineering works and construction tasks. It follows an open procurement method with a competitive flexible procedure. The award stage was completed on 16th July 2025, with a standstill period lasting until 28th July 2025. The contract covers a period from 30th July 2025 to 29th July 2029, offering a total contract value of £6,000,000. The work will take place in the UKC region, and the contract forms part of a framework agreement.

This tender provides significant opportunities for large and SME enterprises in the engineering and construction sectors, particularly those capable of delivering overhead line equipment support and replacement work. The framework agreement allows for continued business and potentially expanded operations over several years, ensuring consistent work flow. Companies like Amalgamated Ltd, which has been awarded the contract, exemplify the type of business suited to compete in such opportunities. With a focus on both quality and price in their submissions, businesses stand to benefit and grow by engaging in contracts that align with these procurement criteria.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Overhead Line Contractor Framework

Notice Description

To provide OLE support for onsite work replacing componentry, understanding major OLE wire renewals

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050969
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040756-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45220000 - Engineering works and construction works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£6,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£4,800,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jul 20251 years ago
Contract Period
30 Jul 2025 - 29 Jul 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Tyne and Wear Passenger Transport Executive T/A Nexus
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE1 4AX
Postcode Area
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)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AMALGAMATED LTD

Further Information

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