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title: "NCC1689 NEP Extension and Land Feasibility Study"
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# NCC1689 NEP Extension and Land Feasibility Study

Buyer: NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1d0812a0-be8d-4f34-838e-4bf17281e8cc

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## Summary

The contract for the "NCC1689 NEP Extension and Land Feasibility Study" in East Bedlington, Northumberland, has been awarded to Turner & Townsend Project Management Ltd by Northumberland County Council. This procurement falls under the category of architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services within the UK North East region. The procurement process was conducted through a call-off from a framework agreement, indicating a selective procurement method. The tender initially ended on 11th February 2026, and the resulting contract commenced on 6th March 2026 with completion anticipated by 13th October 2026. The procurement's final award was published on 2nd June 2026, highlighting that it can be particularly beneficial for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs operating in the architectural and engineering services sector, especially those that are equipped to engage in comprehensive site due diligence and master planning projects. Businesses skilled in conducting feasibility studies, capacity studies, and architectural design development can find growth potential through this contract. As it involves possible further development based on initial study findings, companies with adaptable and versatile service offerings may particularly thrive in such evolving project landscapes. The collaborative nature and requirements for potential multidisciplinary teams could also serve as a catalyst for partnerships and consortia formation among specialised businesses.

## Notice

This tender is for the NEP Extension Land Feasibility and Master Planning Project in East Bedlington, Northumberland. The procurement has the potential of two stages: *Stage 1: Appointment of a multidisciplinary team to carry out desktop site due diligence and a capacity study, resulting in a comprehensive final report. *Stage 2: Depending on the findings from Stage 1, there may be an opportunity to progress further. Following completion of Stage 1, the Client will conduct a two-week review to assess commercial viability, technical suitability, and overall deliverability. Based on this review, the Client will decide whether to proceed to Stage 2, which would involve the appointed team developing the capacity study into a RIBA Stage 2 architectural design study.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/045bc3af-604e-4231-94c6-097da5514807 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 6 Mar 2026 - 13 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £448,835 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £448,835 |
| 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 | TURNER & TOWNSEND PROJECT MANAGEMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 2 Jun 2026 at 08:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/045bc3af-604e-4231-94c6-097da5514807

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/045bc3af-604e-4231-94c6-097da5514807
  2nd June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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