Tender

Toffee Factory Refurbishment Works

NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

25 Feb 2026 at 08:02

Summary of the contracting process

Newcastle City Council is inviting tenders for the refurbishment works at the Toffee Factory, a commercial building located in Newcastle upon Tyne. The procurement process, conducted under an open competition method, entails both internal and external enhancements to improve the building's quality, safety, and functionality. The industry category for this tender is refurbishment work, with the total estimated contract value up to £600,000. The tender is currently in the active stage, with submission deadlines set for 25th March 2026. The enquiry period closes on 23rd March 2026, offering prospective participants the opportunity to clarify any aspects prior to tender submission. The refurbishment is planned for execution over a term beginning 1st May 2026 and concluding on 31st December 2026.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity for firms specialising in construction and refurbishment services, particularly those offering comprehensive solutions for building upgrades. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate given the open competition's suitability criteria favouring such businesses. Companies capable of delivering high-quality specifications with competitive pricing will have an advantage due to the award criteria prioritising 60% on specification and 40% on pricing. This project not only facilitates business growth through engagement with public sector contracts but also enhances regional development through active participation by local and national firms in public infrastructure projects.

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Notice Title

Toffee Factory Refurbishment Works

Notice Description

The Toffee Factory refurbishment works involve the installation and completion of building improvement and upgrade works to an occupied commercial building at the Toffee Factory, Newcastle upon Tyne. The project comprises a programme of internal and external refurbishment works aimed at improving the quality, safety and functionality of the building, including office accommodation and shared facilities.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065b9a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016699-2026
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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45453100 - Refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
25 Mar 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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
Not specified

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

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