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12 Jun 2026 at 13:41

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15 May 2026 at 15:38

Summary of the contracting process

North Northamptonshire Council is currently overseeing a procurement process for the "Tithe Barn Refurbishment" project, aimed at enhancing the facility's use as a community asset in Wellingborough. The contract focuses on the refurbishment of the Grade 1 listed Tithe Barn, requiring specialist contractors due to the historical importance of the building. This open competition procurement process, falling below the threshold, allows electronic submissions through Procontract. All bids should be submitted by 29th June 2026, following an enquiry period that concluded on 9th June 2026. This tender is categorised under overhaul and refurbishment work, with a contract value set at £248,400 gross.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in historical restoration and refurbishment projects. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can demonstrate exceptional quality and competitive pricing are especially encouraged to participate, given the quality-to-price award criteria. Undertaking a prestigious project such as the Tithe Barn refurbishment could bolster a contractor's portfolio, leading to further growth opportunities in similar high-profile projects across the United Kingdom. Successful completion could enhance reputations and expand business networks within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Tithe Barn Refurbishment

Notice Description

To undertake the refurbishment of the Tithe Barn in Wellingborough to allow increased use as a community asset. The Tithe Barn is a Grade 1 listed building and therefore a majority of the planned works will need to be undertaken by specialist contractors.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069a5e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055778-2026
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

45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest

45453000 - Overhaul and refurbishment work

45454100 - Restoration work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£207,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£207,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Aug 2026 - 16 Nov 2026 1-6 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
NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CORBY
Postcode
NN17 1QG
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire

Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Lloyds
Westminster Constituency
Corby and East Northamptonshire

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