Tender

Framework for Partitions, Suspended Ceilings, Walls and Associated Works

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

13 Nov 2025 at 13:36

Summary of the contracting process

Durham County Council is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process titled "Framework for Partitions, Suspended Ceilings, Walls and Associated Works." This opportunity is focused on the construction industry and encompasses locations throughout various regions in the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, and others. The tender is open until 10th December 2025, with submissions required by 12:00 PM on the same day. The framework, which is characterised by an open competitive method to select up to three suppliers, is scheduled to commence on 2nd February 2026, with an initial duration of two years and potential extensions for up to two additional one-year periods. The key objective is to supply and install construction elements, fostering design input into technical detailing as necessary.

This framework presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the construction sector, especially those specialising in partitions, ceilings, and wall installations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are well-positioned to compete, as the suitability criteria specifically accommodate these businesses. Companies able to demonstrate a high technical competency alongside competitive pricing will be particularly successful, given the evaluation emphasis on these factors. The arrangement of a framework agreement also allows businesses to secure a position within a select group of suppliers for Durham County Council and potentially other local authorities and organisations, providing an ongoing opportunity for work and collaboration.

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Notice Title

Framework for Partitions, Suspended Ceilings, Walls and Associated Works

Notice Description

This Framework Agreement is for the implementation of a Framework for Durham County Council for the Supply and Install of Partitions, Suspended Ceilings and Walls and include any design input into technical detailing where required. The Framework does not include any guarantee of any minimum volume of works, or any minimum expenditure. Furthermore, appointment under the Framework Agreement does not constitute a commitment by the Council, or any other contracting authority to the exclusive use of the Framework or an individual supplier for such requirements. The Framework period is2 years, with the options to extend for up to 2 x 12 months Following this tender exercise, a maximum number of three bidding organisation, who achieves the highest weighted tender score over 60% will be awarded a place on the Framework. This Framework/ Contract will be available for use by Durham County Council and additional Contracting Authorities, where they have entered into a Procurement Service Level Agreement (SLA) with Durham County Council and in addition other Organisations and Local Authorities as agreed with Durham County Council. A 1% rebate applies to this framework.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Framework period is,2 years, with the options to extend for up to 2 x 12 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e070
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073539-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1
Lots Value
£1
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

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

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