Tender

NCC1736 - Former Mortuary (aka Rocket House) Repair Works

NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

08 Dec 2025 at 10:38

Summary of the contracting process

Northumberland County Council has initiated a tender process titled "NCC1736 - Former Mortuary (aka Rocket House) Repair Works" under the procurement category of construction work. Located in Northumberland, UK, the process seeks to restore Rocket House into a functional workshop while maintaining its historic character. This open tender process is below the threshold level, promoting competition among suitable contractors. Key dates for this procurement include an enquiry period ending on 7th January 2026 and a tender submission deadline of 12th January 2026, with the contract period scheduled from 2nd February to 9th March 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for construction businesses, particularly those experienced in historic building refurbishment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the suitability criteria favour such entities. With an award emphasis of 80% on price and 20% on quality, businesses that can competitively price their services while ensuring high-quality standards stand the best chance of securing the contract. Engaging in this project could enhance a company's experience in heritage projects and broaden its portfolio with a prestigious public sector client.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NCC1736 - Former Mortuary (aka Rocket House) Repair Works

Notice Description

Northumberland County Council seeks to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to undertake the repair and refurbishment of Rocket House, converting it into a functional workshop while restoring the structure to a safe condition and preserving its historic character and integrity.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f070
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080475-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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
£45,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Dec 20253 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jan 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 9 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
ccps@northumberland.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MORPETH
Postcode
NE61 2EF
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)
TLC42 Northumberland
Delivery Location
TLC21 Northumberland

Local Authority
Northumberland
Electoral Ward
Morpeth Kirkhill
Westminster Constituency
North Northumberland

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