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27 Jul 2026 at 10:29

Summary of the contracting process

Durham County Council has recently completed a procurement process for the supply of LPG fuel to the Killhope Lead Mining Museum, located in Durham, United Kingdom. This procurement, identified under the title "LPG supply for Killhope Lead Mining Museum," falls within the goods category, focusing on fuel supply. The procedure was conducted using a selective method under a framework agreement, specifically designed for contracts below the threshold. The procurement process has progressed through to the award stage, with the contract officially awarded on 3rd July 2026, and the contract period commencing on 1st August 2026 through to 30th June 2028, with a potential extension up to 2030.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for companies involved in the fuel industry, particularly those capable of providing LPG supplies. While the contract has been awarded to Calor Gas Limited, a large supplier based in Warwick, this framework may offer future openings for similar supplies or related services. Businesses that have robust capabilities in logistics, energy, and environmental sustainability, or that can offer competitive fuel supply solutions, would be well-suited for such opportunities. Engaging in similar contracts with public authorities like Durham County Council can enhance a company's portfolio and open avenues for long-term growth and market presence.

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Notice Title

LPG supply for Killhope Lead Mining Museum

Notice Description

Fuel supply for Killhope Lead Mining Museum

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d41d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070707-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - award under framework
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy


CPV Codes

09100000 - Fuels

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£48,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jul 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DURHAM 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
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5WB
Post Town
Durham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Framwellgate and Newton Hall
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CALOR GAS

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