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title: "Framework Agreement for Joint Venture Residential Development with Darlington Borough Council - P2017/1190/NE & PB2021-00346"
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# Framework Agreement for Joint Venture Residential Development with Darlington Borough Council - P2017/1190/NE & PB2021-00346

Buyer: DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-141b8498-07e6-4e86-88eb-905f2e2b684f

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## Summary

Darlington Borough Council, located in Darlington, United Kingdom, has recently completed the procurement process for a framework agreement involving a joint venture residential development. The project, titled "Framework Agreement for Joint Venture Residential Development with Darlington Borough Council - P2017/1190/NE & PB2021-00346", falls within the construction work industry category. The awarded contract, valued at £300,000,000, will commence on 30th September 2025 and conclude on 30th September 2027. The procurement method was limited, and the procurement stage is now at the 'Award' phase, with the award being publicized on 20th February 2025. The tender was awarded to Esh Homes Limited, identified as a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME). The primary location for the delivery of works is England, United Kingdom.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for companies involved in construction projects and residential development. SMEs and businesses positioned to contribute to joint ventures focused on construction will find this tender appealing due to its considerable project value and extended contract period. Additionally, entities with expertise in large-scale developments and those compliant with public sector partnership requirements might find the project aligns well with their capabilities. The role of SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) is recognised, encouraging diverse business types to engage with the contract for mutual growth and development.

## Notice

Framework Agreement for Joint Venture Residential Development with Darlington Borough Council - P2017/1190/NE & PB2021-00346 & Pb2024-01637

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6506eead-edbb-4ada-a21d-a1ee056ac92d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award of contract without prior publication of a contract notice |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 29 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £300,000,000 |
| 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 | DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | DARLINGTON |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL1 5QT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC33 Darlington |
| Local authority | Darlington |
| Electoral ward | Park East |
| Westminster constituency | Darlington |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ESH HOMES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 20 Feb 2025 at 11:22 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6506eead-edbb-4ada-a21d-a1ee056ac92d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6506eead-edbb-4ada-a21d-a1ee056ac92d
  20th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=05e5a55f-9d52-e711-80e3-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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