Planning

Homes England - Northstowe Archaeology

HOMES ENGLAND (THE NAME ADOPTED BY THE HOMES AND COMMUNITIES AGENCY)

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Planning

21 May 2026 at 13:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Homes England, under its adopted name from the Homes and Communities Agency, focuses on the "Homes England - Northstowe Archaeology" project. This tender falls within the "works" category, specifically targeting excavation work at archaeological sites under the CPV code 45112450. The location for the contract is in the UK region UKH12, with operations spanning sub-phases of Northstowe Phase 3A. As of 21st May 2026, the procurement is in the planning stage, with key dates including a future notice release set for 13th July 2026 and the contract period expected from 2nd November 2026 to 1st November 2027. The estimated gross procurement value is £9,000,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in archaeological excavation and related services. SME suitability is highlighted, making it an attractive venture for small to medium-sized enterprises. Firms with experience in managing complex archaeological projects and interfacing with larger development teams will find this opportunity particularly advantageous. The procurement, driven by a public authority sub-central government body, promises not only financial incentive but also the potential for further engagements and reputation building within public sector projects.

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Notice Title

Homes England - Northstowe Archaeology

Notice Description

The works involve delivering archaeological mitigation across Northstowe Phase 3A, specifically within sub-phases 3A1, 3A2, 3A3, and 3A5. The appointed contractor will be responsible for all tasks required to complete archaeological investigations, manage interfaces with the wider project team, and support the discharge of Planning Condition 45 for Phase 3A.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069f3d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047117-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45112450 - Excavation work at archaeological sites

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
13 Jul 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Nov 2026 - 1 Nov 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOMES ENGLAND (THE NAME ADOPTED BY THE HOMES AND COMMUNITIES AGENCY)
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
NE4 5BZ
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
TLH12 Cambridgeshire CC

Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Arthur's Hill
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

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