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title: "Design and Build of Morpeth Leisure Centre"
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# Design and Build of Morpeth Leisure Centre

Buyer: NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-09cede8e-1789-42e9-9eb1-5fc59fd3515e

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Design and Build of Morpeth Leisure Centre" is being conducted by Northumberland County Council. This project falls under the construction industry category, specifically classified as construction work (CPV code: 45000000). The tender was published on 15th November 2019 and has since reached the award stage, with the contract awarded on 18th September 2020. The contract period spans from 1st October 2020 to 31st October 2022. The total value of the project is £21 million, with a tender submission deadline that passed on 19th December 2019.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on construction and related services. Given the large-scale nature of the leisure centre, companies with expertise in facility design and construction, particularly those that can demonstrate capability in creating integrated community spaces, are well-suited to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, providing a chance for them to engage in substantial projects within the North East of England, which can enhance their visibility and experience in the public sector market.

## Notice

The works comprise the design and build of a new leisure and community centre at Morpeth. The facility incorporates sports, leisure, library and customer services facilities as well as a Northumberland County Council adult learning skills service. The development includes a 6 lane pool, learner pool, spectator gallery, spa facilities, a 4-court sports hall, a gym/fitness suite and studio spaces, a cafe area, soft play as well as key public services including a library, customer services and adult learning and skills service. Further information is available using the Pro-Contract e-tendering portal using the following reference DN447497.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fce356dd-b72f-4754-a1ec-c9addbd986b8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Sep 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Dec 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Sep 2020 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2020 - 31 Oct 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £21,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £18,610,580 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | MORPETH |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE61 2EF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC42 Northumberland |
| Local authority | Northumberland |
| Electoral ward | Morpeth Kirkhill |
| Westminster constituency | North Northumberland |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WILLMOTT DIXON CONSTRUCTION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 20 Sep 2020 at 16:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fce356dd-b72f-4754-a1ec-c9addbd986b8
- 15 Nov 2019 at 12:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e355759-27de-46b8-bc59-1820cb529b68

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fce356dd-b72f-4754-a1ec-c9addbd986b8
  20th September 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e355759-27de-46b8-bc59-1820cb529b68
  15th November 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.northumberland.gov.uk

## Provenance

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