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Planning

30 Jun 2026 at 13:34

Summary of the contracting process

Northumberland County Council is initiating a procurement process for the construction of a new vehicle workshop at the site of the former Hexham fire station, Tyne Mills. This process falls under the construction industry, with a main focus on works. The procurement stage is currently in planning, with a future notice expected to be published by 30th March 2027. The project is valued at £3,000,000 and is situated in the region classified as UKC2, United Kingdom. The contract period is anticipated to run from 30th June 2027 to 30th June 2028.

This procurement offers a substantial opportunity for businesses in the construction sector, especially those capable of undertaking large-scale projects. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the suitability clause in the project lots. This tender could significantly boost business growth for those specialising in construction work, particularly those with expertise in building vehicle workshops or similar infrastructures. Companies with experience in public procurement processes will find this opportunity well-suited to their capabilities.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Hexham Tyne Mills Vehicle Workshop Construction Contractor

Notice Description

Procurement of a construction contractor to construct a new build vehicle workshop on the site of the former Hexham fire station at Tyne Mills.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c047
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061313-2026
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

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Mar 20279 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Jun 2027 - 30 Jun 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MORPETH
Postcode
NE61 2EF
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)
TLC42 Northumberland
Delivery Location
TLC2 Northumberland, and Tyne and Wear

Local Authority
Northumberland
Electoral Ward
Morpeth Kirkhill
Westminster Constituency
North Northumberland

Further Information

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