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Supply and Installation of Hygienic Wall Cladding and Associated Works

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

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20 Oct 2025 at 09:42

Summary of the contracting process

Durham County Council, a public authority operating as a sub-central government body, concluded the procurement process for a framework contract on 20th October 2025. The contract pertains to the "Supply and Installation of Hygienic Wall Cladding and Associated Works," primarily to support larger council-managed projects. The procurement falls under the construction industry category, with works spanning multiple UK regions. The framework, valued at approximately £150,000 with potential extensions up to 2029, was awarded without competition under a direct procurement method. The implementation phase is set to begin on 1st November 2025 and could serve several contracting authorities, including schools and emergency services in the North East region of England.

This tender presents significant commercial opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in construction services. The awarded contract to Commercial Coverings Limited, an SME, highlights the potential accommodate smaller businesses benefiting from such frameworks. As these works are integrated within larger projects, participation could enhance visibility and reputation among various regional authorities. Businesses with expertise in hygienic wall cladding, capable of operating efficiently across extensive geographic areas, are well-suited for this framework, offering a chance to establish long-term contractual relationships with Durham County Council and associated entities.

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Notice Title

Supply and Installation of Hygienic Wall Cladding and Associated Works

Notice Description

Framework for the Supply and Installation of Hygienic Wall Cladding and Associated Works. It is to be noted that the majority of the works will be carried out as part of larger projects managed by, DCC, who would act as the main contractor. The Council will appoint a maximum of 2 organisations onto the framework. 1 main and 1 reserve contractor who achieve the highest weighted overall scores. The Framework period is for two (2) years, with the options to extend for up to two (2) x twelve (12) months, from the Framework end date. The Council reserves the right to amend the procurement exercise in line with PA23, s31. This Framework/ Contract will be available for use by Durham County Council and the following additional Contracting Authorities, where they have entered into a Procurement Service Level Agreement (SLA) with Durham County Council: - Academy Schools and Multi-Academy Trusts in the North East - Maintained Schools in County Durham - County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service, - Believe Housing

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05cf85
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066609-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 1 Nov 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
kstew@durham.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5WB
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
Not specified

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Framwellgate and Newton Hall
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COMMERCIAL COVERINGS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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