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Replacement TV cabinets in young people's bedrooms at Aycliffe Secure Centre

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

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26 Nov 2025 at 13:22

Summary of the contracting process

Durham County Council, a public authority within the sub-central government sector, conducted a direct procurement process for the manufacture and installation of 37 TV protection units at Aycliffe Secure Centre. The contract, valued at £106,127.10 excluding VAT, began on 3rd November 2025 and completed by 19th December 2025. Polar (N.E.) Ltd, a Middlesbrough-based SME, was awarded the contract to provide services that meet specific requirements for security and durability in challenging environments. The procurement was initiated without competition due to its below-threshold nature and concluded with an award notice published on 26th November 2025.

This contract presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in bespoke manufacturing and installation services, particularly those experienced in producing secure and durable installation solutions. Businesses capable of providing tailored solutions that align with the specific requirements of secure facilities may find similar opportunities appealing. SMEs with a focus on innovative product development and installation within the UK sub-regions could leverage such contracts to expand their market reach and demonstrate their capabilities in handling specialised government projects.

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Notice Title

Replacement TV cabinets in young people's bedrooms at Aycliffe Secure Centre

Notice Description

Manufacture and Install 37no. TV protection units for installation within the young peoples bedrooms at the centre. These are to be fully recessed, suitable for challenging environments, reduced ligature with no visible fixings. They should house a 32" tv securely behind the screen and the screen should be robust.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e939
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077255-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£106,127 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
3 Nov 2025 - 19 Dec 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
DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
ethan.bowman@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

POLAR (N.E.

Further Information

Notice Documents

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