Tender

NCC1771 County Hall Main Boilers Replacement

NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

06 Feb 2026 at 14:57

Summary of the contracting process

Northumberland County Council is seeking tenders for the replacement of the main boilers at County Hall, Morpeth. This public procurement process falls under the construction industry category and is part of the buying organisation's effort to upgrade its facilities. The process is in the tender stage with an open procurement method, inviting competition under a 'below threshold' open competition model. Interested parties must submit their bids by 27th February 2026, with the enquiry period ending on 20th February 2026. The replacement work, valued at £450,000 to £540,000, is expected to commence on 1st April 2026 and conclude by 31st July 2026.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for SMEs engaged in construction and mechanical installation, specifically those specialising in boiler installations. The project involves comprehensive tasks, including the installation of pipework, electrical connections, and control systems, which could provide significant business growth potential for companies equipped with the relevant expertise. With a substantial emphasis on price (70%) and quality (30%) as award criteria, businesses with competitive pricing strategies and high standards of workmanship are well-suited to participate in the tendering process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NCC1771 County Hall Main Boilers Replacement

Notice Description

Replacement of the main boilers at County Hall, Morpeth. To include installation of all associated pipework, electrical connections, BMS control integration and flue systems.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064a4f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011040-2026
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

42 - Industrial machinery

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

42160000 - Boiler installations

45000000 - Construction work

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
6 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
27 Feb 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Jul 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
laura.tinmouth@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

Further Information

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