This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

18 Jun 2026 at 12:10

Tender

25 Nov 2025 at 15:58

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "North Sunderland Housing Development" was conducted by Bernicia Group, a public undertaking based in Ashington, United Kingdom. The tender was part of an open competition method, and its current stage is marked as complete with an active award dated 18th June 2026. The project involves the construction of 18 dwellings in Seahouses, North Sunderland. The construction contract was awarded to NB Clark Ltd with a contract value of £4,225,484.20, and work is scheduled between 1st October 2026 and 30th September 2027, with a potential renewal extending until March 2028. The industry category is focussed on building construction works, particularly suited for contractors specializing in residential building projects.

This tender creates a significant opportunity for businesses in the construction industry, particularly those with expertise in residential development projects. The contract is open to small and medium-sized enterprises, as evidenced by the successful bid from the SME, NB Clark Ltd. Companies experienced in handling comprehensive housing projects that include design, drainage, and highway works can find this contract beneficial for business growth. The open competition approach means there is a fair opportunity for businesses that can meet the required specifications and deliver on the proposed timelines.

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Notice Title

North Sunderland Housing Development

Notice Description

Bernicia on behalf of Spirit Regeneration & Development Co. LLP are looking for an experienced contractor to work with us on a new development build in Seahouses, North Sunderland. The scheme comprises of the design and construction of 18 No. dwellings consisting of 8 No. 3 Bed / 5 Person 1.5 storey houses, 5 No. 2 Bed / 4 Person houses, 4 No. 2 Bed / 3 Person semi-detached bungalows and 1 No. 2 Bed / 3 Person terrace bungalow together with associated external works, drainage, and highway works. This award is subject to a successful grant funding application.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e8a6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057550-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award 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

45210000 - Building construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,600,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,600,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£4,225,484 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BERNICIA GROUP
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
ASHINGTON
Postcode
NE6 3XF
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
TLC21 Northumberland

Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Walker
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NB CLARK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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