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Flooring Replacement at the Word, South Shields

SOUTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL

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05 Jan 2026 at 13:03

Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process for the project "Flooring Replacement at the Word, South Shields" was initiated by South Tyneside Borough Council. The project involves replacing defective flooring at the Word library in South Shields, with a focus on minimising disruption to staff and the public during the building's operating hours. This procurement falls under the "works" category, specifically library construction work, and is located in the UKC22 region. The procurement method was limited, indicating a below-threshold competition. South Tyneside Borough Council as the buying organisation finalised the award stage, with the contract commencing on 26th November 2025 and scheduled for completion by 6th February 2026.

This tender presents business growth opportunities, particularly for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in construction and flooring works. Companies like BIRCH TREE NORTHERN LIMITED, which has been awarded the contract, exemplify the type of business well-suited for this tender due to their expertise and capability to manage projects while coordinating with public operations. Such tenders are ideal for businesses looking to enhance their portfolio within the public sector and establish a reputation for delivering quality work within strict timelines and operational contexts.

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Notice Title

Flooring Replacement at the Word, South Shields

Notice Description

The contract is for the replacement of defective flooring at the Word library building, South Shields. The building will be open to the public during the works and so careful planning will be required to minimise disruption to staff and public.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ff4e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000297-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45212330 - Library construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£231,181 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Nov 20252 months ago
Contract Period
26 Nov 2025 - 6 Feb 2026 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
SOUTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
strategic.procurement@southtyneside.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTH SHIELDS
Postcode
NE33 2RL
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
Not specified

Local Authority
South Tyneside
Electoral Ward
Beacon and Bents
Westminster Constituency
South Shields

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BIRCH TREE NORTHERN

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