Planning

The Provision of Mechanical & Electrical Design Consultancy

GATESHEAD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Planning

23 Mar 2026 at 09:53

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Gateshead Borough Council has initiated the planning phase for a public procurement process titled "The Provision of Mechanical & Electrical Design Consultancy," in the engineering design services category. Located in Gateshead, United Kingdom, this procurement involves a framework agreement seeking qualified mechanical and electrical design consultants. The current stage involves market engagement, with feedback sought via a questionnaire due by 15th April 2026. The procurement method planned is via a single-lot framework agreement, with activities due to commence in August 2026 and end by July 2028. The framework will cater for Capitally funded projects ranging from £0 to £500,000 across various building types and functions within Gateshead Council's portfolio.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as the framework is deemed suitable for these entities. It offers an avenue for architects and engineering design firms specialising in mechanical and electrical services to engage in diverse projects with the Council. By leveraging their expertise, businesses can compete to secure contracts within the framework, enhancing their visibility and reputation in sub-central government projects. The single-lot nature ensures focused engagement, potentially leading to long-term partnerships with the Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Provision of Mechanical & Electrical Design Consultancy

Notice Description

The Council is looking to implement a Framework with a suitable number of qualified and experienced external Mechanical and Electrical Design Consultants. The Framework will consist of a single lot for Consultants, with projects generally (subject to exceptional circumstances) ranging in value from PS0-PS500,000, and will cover all building types and functions for Capitally funded projects across Gateshead Council's portfolio.

Planning Information

We would like to gain your views through the following: • Completion of the Market Engagement Questionnaire. All responses should be provided by completing the questionnaire and uploading your responses via the Open e-tendering system https://www.open-uk.org/ before the deadline of 15th April 2026 at 12noon. This can be found by searching 'The Provision of Mechanical & Electrical Design Consultancy' or using project number OPEN2026513

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067101
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026088-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71320000 - Engineering design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
15 Apr 20262 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GATESHEAD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GATESHEAD
Postcode
NE8 1HH
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
TLC2 Northumberland, and Tyne and Wear
Local Authority
Gateshead
Electoral Ward
Bridges
Westminster Constituency
Gateshead Central and Whickham

Further Information

Notice Documents

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