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title: "NU/1487 Main Contractor for Stephenson Building Refurbishment (Stage 2)"
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# NU/1487 Main Contractor for Stephenson Building Refurbishment (Stage 2)

Buyer: NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bce74d11-0c13-4aac-9cab-a8e1b0d97fa9

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## Summary

The Newcastle University is currently involved in a completed procurement process for the title "NU/1487 Main Contractor for Stephenson Building Refurbishment (Stage 2)", which falls under the construction industry category. This project, with an awarded contract value of £43,306,376.18, is part of a two-stage tender process conducted through the North East Universities' Major Construction Works Framework Agreement. The contract commenced on 30th May 2021 and is set to conclude on 9th August 2024, with the procurement method classified as 'Other'. Although the tender period ended on 28th May 2021, the overall project reflects significant investment in refurbishment efforts in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses engaged in construction and related services, particularly those capable of large-scale projects and refurbishment works. Companies specialising in construction, particularly large contractors with experience in phased building projects, would be well-positioned to compete for future tenders emanating from this framework. The involvement of established suppliers, such as Bowmer & Kirkland Ltd, highlights the need for firms to demonstrate both technical expertise and financial stability to participate effectively in this space.

## Notice

This appointment is made as a the second stage of a two stage tender process issued as mini-competition call off under the North East Universities' Major Construction Works Framework Agreement for North-East Universities EFM2019NE. The Contractor appointed at stage one had been awarded stage two having successfully achieved the requirements for appointment of the second stage. All works and services will be carried out in accordance with the agreed JCT contract conditions which includes new build and refurbishment of the building in phases to an agreed contract sum.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ff9d711-7296-4333-87f5-4fdf2128f116 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 28 May 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Aug 2019 |
| Contract period | 29 May 2021 - 9 Aug 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £65,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £43,435,887 |
| 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 | NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 7RU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| 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 | BOWMER & KIRKLAND |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 18 Jun 2021 at 09:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ff9d711-7296-4333-87f5-4fdf2128f116
- 21 Nov 2019 at 11:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2f16c992-c5f3-48f6-b0e2-863181588c86

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ff9d711-7296-4333-87f5-4fdf2128f116
  18th June 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2f16c992-c5f3-48f6-b0e2-863181588c86
  21st November 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.ncl.ac.uk

## Provenance

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