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Completion of Architectural and Associated Design Services in Connection with the construction of Berwick Hospital

NORTHUMBRIA HEALTHCARE FACILITIES MANAGEMENT LIMITED

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31 Mar 2026 at 15:06

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04 Mar 2026 at 12:13

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04 Mar 2026 at 11:48

Summary of the contracting process

Northumbria Healthcare Facilities Management Limited is overseeing the procurement process for the completion of architectural and associated design services related to the construction of Berwick Hospital. The ongoing contract stage was necessitated due to the Main Contractor's administration issues, leading to a direct award procurement method being employed. Norder Design Associates Limited, located in Belper, is fulfilling the role of supplier, having been retained due to their prior involvement and technical expertise. The contract started on March 20, 2026, with completion expected by April 30, 2027. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically architectural design within the UK construction industry, and addresses multiple delivery regions across the United Kingdom.

This contract presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for those in architectural and design services. With a gross contract value of £318,798, it underscores the possibility for business expansion for companies adept in modular construction projects. SMEs and entities specialising in design services can particularly benefit from aligning themselves with large public sector contracts like this. The use of a direct award signifies primary reliance on specialist providers who can accommodate continuity and technical demands, making it an ideal opportunity for businesses with unique expertise and established competence in managing complex architectural designs.

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Notice Title

Completion of Architectural and Associated Design Services in Connection with the construction of Berwick Hospital

Notice Description

Completion of Architectural and associated design services in Connection with Berwick Hospital new build following the Main Contractor entering into administration.

Procurement Information

Completion of Architectural and associated design services in Connection with Berwick Hospital new build following the Main Contractor entering into administration. The Supplier of the services, Norder Design Associates Limited was appointed to undertake the design by the Main Contractor. Following the Main Contractor going into administration , Norder was appointed to complete the design as the only supplier able to do this.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0661e5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029928-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71220000 - Architectural design services

71240000 - Architectural, engineering and planning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£265,665 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£265,665 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Mar 20262 months ago
Contract Period
20 Mar 2026 - 30 Apr 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHUMBRIA HEALTHCARE FACILITIES MANAGEMENT LIMITED
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
NE27 0QJ
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
North Tyneside
Electoral Ward
Shiremoor
Westminster Constituency
Tynemouth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NORDER DESIGN ASSOCIATES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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