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title: "Framework Contract for Provision of Civil and Geotechnical Engineering Investigation and Material Testing"
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published: "2024-07-24"
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# Framework Contract for Provision of Civil and Geotechnical Engineering Investigation and Material Testing

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a884ef87-8e35-45e3-a1c8-d71ce0851d43

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## Summary

Durham County Council has awarded a framework contract for the provision of Civil and Geotechnical Engineering Investigation and Material Testing services, classified under civil engineering support services (CPV code 71311100). The contract, valued at £600,000, spans from 1st July 2024 to 30th June 2027, covering various regions in England, United Kingdom. The procurement stage is in the Award phase, with the contract having been formally awarded on 30th June 2024 following an open procurement process. This framework is designated as non-exclusive to SMEs and VCSEs.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for firms specialising in civil and geotechnical engineering, particularly those that can provide comprehensive investigation and material testing services. Businesses well-suited to competing for such contracts include small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with experience in civil engineering support services. Winning this contract allows businesses to secure long-term projects and establish a robust working relationship with Durham County Council, thereby enhancing their portfolio and boosting growth prospects.

## Notice

This is a framework contract to provide Civil and Geotechnical Engineering Investigation and Material Testing.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e0872c6d-4439-4690-b122-b39e4c55ad69 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jun 2024 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2024 - 30 Jun 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £600,000 |
| 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 5UE |
| 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 | 3 |
| Supplier names | CONCEPT ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS LIMITED T/A/ CONCEPT SITE INVEST; DUNELM GEOTECHNICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL; SOLMEK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71311100 - Civil engineering support services

## Release History

- 24 Jul 2024 at 13:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e0872c6d-4439-4690-b122-b39e4c55ad69

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e0872c6d-4439-4690-b122-b39e4c55ad69
  24th July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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