Tender

District Group Heating Out of Hours Cover

NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

14 Jan 2026 at 12:02

Summary of the contracting process

Newcastle City Council is seeking proposals for a contract titled "District Group Heating Out of Hours Cover" within the services category, specifically targeting repair and maintenance services. The contract involves providing out-of-hours emergency cover for communal heating systems and sheltered accommodation across Newcastle Upon Tyne. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage with an open procedure. Key dates to note include the tender submission deadline on 11th February 2026, and the contract is expected to commence on 1st April 2026 and run until 30th April 2029. The contract has an estimated gross value of £540,000, with a net amount of £450,000.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs capable of delivering high-quality maintenance services. Companies with experience in maintaining communal heating systems and providing responsive service at short notice would find this contract well-suited to their capabilities. The scoring criteria include a 60% weighting on price and 40% on quality, emphasizing the importance of competitive pricing and service excellence. Engaging in this contract could enhance a business's portfolio and reputation with local government clients. Electronic submissions in English are accepted, making participation accessible.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

District Group Heating Out of Hours Cover

Notice Description

A new three year procurement to cover week day and week end out of hours cover to attend andmake safe emergency calls during out of office hours, in the following areas: * Communal Heating Systems * Sheltered and Assisted Accommodation

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060599
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003064-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jan 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
11 Feb 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 30 Apr 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2029-04-02

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
corporate.procurement.team@newcastle.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE1 8QH
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
TLC22 Tyneside

Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

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