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title: "Framework Agreement for Engineering Inspections"
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# Framework Agreement for Engineering Inspections

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-669e05b7-08e4-4922-9e70-bf31a3d1642f

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## Summary

Durham County Council has completed the public procurement process for a Framework Agreement for Engineering Inspections, initially published on 31 January 2020. This procurement falls under the services industry category and specifically pertains to architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services. The contract was awarded on 21 January 2021 and runs from 1 March 2021 to 28 February 2025. The procurement method was open, with documents available for download on the NEPO website, highlighting the ongoing public interest in compliance with statutory requirements across various properties within the North East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender represents an opportunity for engineering firms, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs), to participate in a significant contract with a local authority. Given the broad nature of the inspections required and the diverse range of properties involved—from educational establishments to leisure facilities—businesses with expertise in engineering inspections and asset management will find this contract particularly suitable. Engaging in this framework not only enhances visibility to potential future contracts but also establishes a reputable partnership with Durham County Council, potentially leading to further collaborations in the public sector.

## Notice

This framework is to appoint a single Contractor to deliver engineering inspections for Durham County Council in line with statutory requirements. This Contract will cover the provision of engineering inspections for plant and equipment to ensure compliance with current Regulations, This Contract includes a requirement for an initial audit of properties and equipment to enable the creation of an accurate asset database to facilitate the contract and effective maintenance. The contract is to cover a wide and diverse range of properties, including office accommodation, public buildings, educational establishments, leisure facilities, fire and rescue stations and domestic properties of vulnerable people. The Council reserves the right to add additional areas on throughout the duration of the contract including any extensions taken. Additional information: The documents must be downloaded from www.nepo.org and insert reference DN 462597, any questions must be raised through this Nepo system.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2af14774-f5f2-4249-8815-6d94543ac236 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Mar 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jan 2021 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2021 - 28 Feb 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £750,000 |
| 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 | 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) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ZURICH MUNICIPAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 25 Mar 2021 at 10:58 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2af14774-f5f2-4249-8815-6d94543ac236
- 31 Jan 2020 at 10:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/94f20991-d06d-42b3-98e9-b0d29383d058

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2af14774-f5f2-4249-8815-6d94543ac236
  25th March 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/94f20991-d06d-42b3-98e9-b0d29383d058
  31st January 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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