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Design and Consultancy services for the Catering Department

HARTLEPOOL COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION

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23 Apr 2026 at 13:01

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23 Apr 2026 at 12:42

Summary of the contracting process

Hartlepool College of Further Education, a recognised public authority in sub-central government, has completed the procurement process for design and consultancy services specifically for its Catering Department, including the Flagship Restaurant, Caffe Rapport, Food Court, Kitchen, and Canteen. Located in Hartlepool, the procurement involved a direct method below the threshold without competition and was finalised on 23rd April 2026. The contract, valued at £30,000 (gross amount £36,000), will span from April 2026 to March 2027, representing the award stage. GastroNorth Ltd, an SME based in Gateshead, has been selected as the supplier to deliver these services under the category of design consultancy, with the process adhering to the legal framework set by the UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for design consultancy firms, particularly small and medium enterprises, looking to expand their portfolio within the educational institution sector. By collaborating with Hartlepool College of Further Education, businesses can showcase their expertise in designing and consulting for comprehensive catering environments that cater to diverse hospitality needs. The procurement supports regional industry growth in the North East of England, allowing businesses specialising in creative designs and consulting to leverage their capabilities in a unique educational setting. Such organisations that focus on bespoke service provision without hindrance from competitive tenders stand a strong chance to benefit from similar future opportunities.

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Notice Title

Design and Consultancy services for the Catering Department

Notice Description

Design and Consultancy services for the Flagship Restaurant, Caffe Rapport and Food Court and Kitchen and Canteen

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0689a3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037108-2026
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
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

22314000 - Designs

79415200 - Design consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£30,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Apr 2026Yesterday
Contract Period
22 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HARTLEPOOL COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HARTLEPOOL
Postcode
TS24 7NT
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC31 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Hartlepool
Electoral Ward
Burn Valley
Westminster Constituency
Hartlepool

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GASTRONORTH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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