Award

NCC1609 Stead Lane Primary School Upgrade of Heating System

NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

06 Aug 2025 at 10:37

Tender

29 May 2025 at 14:38

Summary of the contracting process

Northumberland County Council has successfully concluded the procurement process for the upgrade of the heating system at Stead Lane Primary School, located in Morpeth, United Kingdom. This project falls under the industry category of construction work, specifically focusing on water heaters and heating systems for buildings. The contract was awarded on 31st July 2025, with an end date for the project set for 11th September 2025. The procurement method used was open competition below threshold, which indicates a transparent and accessible process. The contract, valued at £162,388, was signed with T.W. Steam & Heating Services Limited, a small and medium-sized enterprise based in Durham.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs specialising in mechanical and construction works. Firms adept in heating system installations and renovations stand to benefit from such contracts, enhancing their expertise and expanding their service portfolios. The emphasis on quality and price competitiveness highlights the importance of SMEs providing cost-effective yet high-quality solutions. Businesses experienced in the delivery of similar projects, especially in educational settings or public infrastructure, would be well-suited to compete in this sector, thus opening avenues for collaborative work with public authorities like Northumberland County Council. The open competition framework further ensures a level playing field for potential bidders.

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Notice Title

NCC1609 Stead Lane Primary School Upgrade of Heating System

Notice Description

Northumberland County Council is looking to appoint a contract for mechanical works to Stead Lane Primary School heating system, namely; isolation of the existing heating and hot water generation plant; removal of existing single pipe heating distribution system; installation of new distribution pipework and LST radiators; associated works; and recommissioning of generation plant.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05290a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046450-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

39715000 - Water heaters and heating for buildings; plumbing equipment

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£162,388 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jul 20256 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jul 2025 - 11 Sep 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
natalie.robinson@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
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

T.W. STEAM & HEATING SERVICES

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