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title: "Contract for Land of Lead and Silver North Pennines"
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# Contract for Land of Lead and Silver North Pennines

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-63ed2210-b1b0-4eff-bbcb-0e7f63fff2bc

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## Summary

The procurement contract titled "Contract for Land of Lead and Silver North Pennines" was initiated by Durham County Council, encompassing the construction and repair of historical mining sites across Northumberland, Cumbria, and County Durham in the United Kingdom. The contract falls under the industry category of Construction work (CPV code: 45000000) and is in the award stage with the award published on 22nd July 2024. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure, and the contract runs from 1st April 2024 to 31st October 2027. Key project milestones include the improvement of access, heritage skills training, site presentations, and one apprenticeship position, with a significant portion of the funding sourced from the National Lottery Heritage Fund and Historic England, concluding by 31st March 2025.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses within the construction and heritage conservation sectors, particularly those specialising in the repair and consolidation of historical structures. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to compete, as they have been identified as suitable contenders by the procurement process. The scope of work includes complex conservation tasks and community engagement activities, making it ideal for businesses with expertise in heritage projects and public engagement. Given the project’s comprehensive funding structure, it represents a stable and compelling growth opportunity for the winning contractor.

## Notice

This contract is for the appointment of a single contractor for the delivery project for Land of Lead and Silver. This Project includes the consolidation and repair works at eight priority structures being: Allen Smelt Mill and Silver Refinery (Northumberland); Allenheads Mine and Ore Works (Northumberland); Holmes Linn Lead Mine (Northumberland); Augill Lead Mine Smelting Mill (Cumbria); Nenthead Mine (Cumbria); Coldberry Lead Mine (County Durham) and Middlehopeshield Mine (County Durham). The requirements also include as set out within the tender the following as a minimum: * Access improvements at sites including Dow Gang Hush, Augill, Fletcheras Rake, Middle Level Greenlaws, and Coldberry, among others; * Heritage Skills training/visits for volunteers and the general public; * Be available for groups to talk about the work being undertaken; * Outside of the tender requirements for Themes and Outcomes Measures (TOM's) there is funding for 1 apprenticeship. Funding This Project is to be funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, with match funding from Historic England. The project at Middleshopeshield will be part funded by the UK Government through the Rural England Prosperity Fund. This has received conditional approval of this funding and full approval is expected soon. The funding will end on the 31st March 2025. The North Pennines National Landscape (NPNL) are reviewing additional sources of funding to support the delivery of the scope and achievement of the strategic objectives for this project for this project focussed on North Pennines mining heritage. Should the NPNL be unsuccessful in obtaining all / some funding the Project may be modified accordingly, (unless an alternative funding source is identified). The documents must be downloaded from www.nepo.org and insert DN 709103 reference within the supplier area .

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3d6240a-6409-4449-a7c1-4566aebe6e7c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Feb 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Mar 2024 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2024 - 31 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £595,738 |
| 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 | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5UL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Neville's Cross |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| 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 | HERITAGE CONSOLIDATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 22 Jul 2024 at 16:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3d6240a-6409-4449-a7c1-4566aebe6e7c
- 31 Jan 2024 at 16:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2dc4afe4-7cb7-480c-8911-cc72d6e86f7a
- 30 Jan 2024 at 11:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2bcde862-eca8-43df-9f92-24f6e32cc83f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3d6240a-6409-4449-a7c1-4566aebe6e7c
  22nd July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2dc4afe4-7cb7-480c-8911-cc72d6e86f7a
  31st January 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2bcde862-eca8-43df-9f92-24f6e32cc83f
  30th January 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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