Award

009106 - Discovery Museum Roof Replacement

NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

23 Mar 2026 at 14:19

Award

15 Dec 2025 at 15:14

Tender

17 Sep 2025 at 13:53

Planning

05 Jun 2025 at 10:10

Summary of the contracting process

Newcastle City Council has advanced the procurement process with its project entitled "Discovery Museum Roof Replacement," targeting the works category. The project aims to refurbish the Discovery Museum located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, underlined by a detailed plan which includes scaffolding, re-roofing, and masonry and window repairs. This contract has reached the award stage as of 23 March 2026, with John Flowers Limited appointed as the supplier. The contract, valued at £3,319,057, spans from 20 March 2026 to 1 April 2027. Buyers and suppliers are located in the UKC22 region, with the procurement method defined as an open competition below the threshold. Previous deadlines, including the tender end date on 29 October 2025, illustrate comprehensive planning and execution timelines.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for construction companies specialising in roof refurbishment and repairs, particularly those that are interested in working with historical structures such as Blandford House. With the Discovery Museum serving as a cultural landmark, the project not only offers financial rewards but also the prestige of contributing to heritage conservation. SMEs like John Flowers Limited, which focus on roof repair and maintenance, are well-positioned to thrive by participating, as demonstrated by their successful bid. This contract underlines the importance of local expertise and a robust supply chain capable of adhering to heritage regulations, providing growth potential for businesses that align with these operational parameters.

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Notice Title

009106 - Discovery Museum Roof Replacement

Notice Description

Newcastle City Council is seeking to appoint a Principal Contractor to undertake refurbishment works to the Discovery Museum in Blandford House, Newcastle upon Tyne. The project involves works to the East wing of Blandford House, specifically: * The design, erection, maintenance and dismantling of scaffolding to access the works * The removal, insulation and replacement of the roof including re-slating, works to dormers, works to copper domes, leadwork, and rooflights * External fabric repairs to masonry * Window repairs.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-054359
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026314-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, 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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

45261900 - Roof repair and maintenance work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,800,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,800,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£3,319,057 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£3,319,057 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Dec 20254 months ago
Contract Period
20 Mar 2026 - 1 Apr 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE1 8QH
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)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC2 Northumberland, and Tyne and Wear, TLC22 Tyneside

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JOHN FLOWERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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