Planning

New Build Framework

NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

22 May 2026 at 11:02

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Newcastle City Council has announced a planned procurement titled "New Build Framework," under the industry category of construction work for houses. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with a focus on developing a framework to deliver future new build housing schemes across Newcastle. The primary location for this project is within the UKC22 region of the United Kingdom. The opportunity is set to advance into further stages by late October 2026, with a communication notice expected by the end of September 2026. The council plans to use an open procurement method, ensuring broad participation, particularly encouraging involvement from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the construction sector, especially those with expertise in housing development. The planned framework encourages participation from suitably experienced contractors, including those based locally in Newcastle and the broader region. Engaging in such a project could facilitate business growth through long-term involvement, with a contract period extending until 2034. Enterprises interested in this opportunity are advised to register on the OPEN Procurement Portal to stay informed about updates and to gain access to detailed tender documents when they become available, making it an ideal opportunity for innovative contractors specialising in modern construction methods.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

New Build Framework

Notice Description

Newcastle City Council intends to establish a framework to support the delivery of future new build housing schemes across Newcastle. The framework is expected to support the Council's housing delivery pipeline and may include the construction of new council homes, houses, low-level flats, associated external works, utilities coordination, drainage, landscaping, handover requirements and, where appropriate, modern methods of construction. The final framework structure, route to market, contract form, lotting approach and procurement timetable are still to be confirmed and will be subject to internal governance, legal input and final approval. Newcastle City Council is particularly interested in encouraging participation from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), including suitably experienced contractors from Newcastle and the wider local/regional area. Suppliers interested in this future opportunity are encouraged to register on the OPEN Procurement Portal so they can receive updates and access further information when it becomes available. This pipeline notice is for information only. At this stage, no further details are available beyond what is published here. When this opportunity progresses, a Tender Notice will be published on the Central Digital Platform. If Newcastle City Council seeks early engagement, a Market Engagement Notice will be issued at that time, along with any relevant information. Suppliers are advised to register on the OPEN Procurement Portal to receive updates and notifications as they become available: www.open-uk.org We appreciate your interest and understanding.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a0dd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047748-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45211100 - Construction work for houses

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Sep 20265 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Oct 2026 - 31 Oct 2034 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL
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
NE1 8QH
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
TLC22 Tyneside
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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