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08 Jul 2026 at 10:11

Summary of the contracting process

Northumberland County Council is currently in the tender stage for a public procurement process titled "NCC1868 Repair Works to Breathing Apparatus Training Facility at Pegswood Fire Station". This procurement falls under the industry category of construction, specifically focusing on construction works and materials. The location of this project is Pegswood Community Fire Station, located in Morpeth, United Kingdom. The tender process is open, allowing for a broad competition among potential bidders. The final submission date for tenders is set for the 12th of August, 2026, by noon. The project is valued at £90,000 gross with a contract period from the 24th of August 2026 to the 5th of October 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in construction and refurbishment, particularly those with expertise in facilities related to fire services. It is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), due to its open competition status and below-threshold procurement method. With award criteria focused on 60% quality and 40% price, businesses that can demonstrate excellence in quality and competitive pricing will be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Engaging in this tender could provide a valuable avenue for growth and establishment within the public sector for those capable of meeting the project's requirements.

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Notice Title

NCC1868 Repair Works to Breathing Apparatus Training Facility at Pegswood Fire Station

Notice Description

Northumberland Fire & Rescue Service invites suitably qualified and experienced contractors to submit a quotation for the inspection, cleaning, repair, and refurbishment of the Breathing Apparatus Training Facility at Pegswood Community Fire Station.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c612
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069741-2026
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
12 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
23 Aug 2026 - 5 Oct 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
NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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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
TLC21 Northumberland

Local Authority
Northumberland
Electoral Ward
Morpeth Kirkhill
Westminster Constituency
North Northumberland

Further Information

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