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Voids & Minor Works Framework

BERNICIA GROUP

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

10 Aug 2026 at 16:00

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

06 Aug 2026 at 06:40

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Bernicia Group, a public undertaking located in Ashington, UK, is actively seeking qualified and experienced contractors for a Voids & Minor Works Framework. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage with submissions due by 11th September 2026. The contract, valued at £26.5 million, spans the North East of England and involves a competitive flexible procedure for the refurbishment and minor works on void properties. The project is set to kick off on 4th January 2027, with the possibility of extending the initial two-year term by up to six years in increments, depending on performance and necessity. Key performance metrics will include customer satisfaction, quality, health and safety, and social value delivery.

This tender provides significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in property refurbishment and minor works, particularly those adept in quick-turnaround, high-quality projects. It is an attractive proposition for SMEs capable of demonstrating robust supply chain management and responsive service delivery in line with Bernicia's strategic objectives. The contract encompasses a range of works such as decoration, renovation, and compliance-related activities, thus appealing to a diverse pool of construction and maintenance service providers. This framework is ideal for businesses striving to establish or expand their footprint in the public housing sector while aligning with Bernicia's goals of sustainability and value for money.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Voids & Minor Works Framework

Notice Description

Bernicia Group is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor(s) to deliver a comprehensive range of void property refurbishment and minor property works across its housing portfolio throughout North East England. The contract will include the completion of works required to bring vacant properties up to Bernicia's Lettable Standard, enabling properties to be re-let as quickly and efficiently as possible. Works may include repairs, compliance-related activities, refurbishment, decoration, kitchen and bathroom replacements, electrical and plumbing works, flooring, external works and general building repairs. In addition, the contractor shall undertake a range of minor property works and refurbishment projects, including but not limited to kitchen and bathroom renewals, damp and mould remediation, fire safety improvements, fencing, adaptations, communal area improvements, environmental works and other planned or reactive property improvements. The successful contractor(s) will be expected to work collaboratively with Bernicia to deliver high-quality workmanship, excellent customer service, value for money and continuous improvement. Performance will be monitored through key performance indicators relating to void turnaround times, quality, customer satisfaction, health and safety, sustainability and social value delivery. The contract may be awarded to a single supplier or multiple suppliers and will operate using the NHF Schedule of Rates. The contractor(s) shall provide suitably skilled resources, robust supply chain management and responsive service delivery to support Bernicia's operational and strategic objectives. The contract will be for an initial term of two (2) years, with the option to extend for a further period of up to six (6) years in increments of not less than twelve (12) months, subject to satisfactory performance and continued business need.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Contract can be extended for three (3) periods of twenty four (24) months

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06dcff
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075927-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45262690 - Refurbishment of run-down buildings

45453000 - Overhaul and refurbishment work

45453100 - Refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£26,500,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£26,500,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
10 Aug 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Jan 2027 - 3 Jan 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
2034-08-01

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BERNICIA GROUP
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
ASHINGTON
Postcode
NE6 3XF
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
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Walker
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend

Further Information

Notice Documents

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