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title: "Music & Sports Building Refurbishment"
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# Music & Sports Building Refurbishment

Buyer: NEW COLLEGE DURHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c3a46998-cd46-4b8b-878c-75170dd81445

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## Summary

The public procurement process for the refurbishment of the Music & Sports Building at New College Durham, located in Framwellgate Moor, has reached the award stage. This project involves significant construction work, including relocating the gym, converting spaces into classrooms and a café, and adding an additional floor. The industry category is classified under "Construction work" with a CPV code of 45000000. The procurement method employed was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender process concluded on 14th February 2025, with the contract period set to commence on 8th June 2026 and conclude on 1st October 2027. The award, valued at £5,699,999.39, was granted to Meldrum Construction Services Limited, indicating that New College Durham as the contracting authority is working with a supplier that fits the project's SME suitability criteria.

This procurement offers a valuable opportunity for businesses within the construction sector, particularly those positioned as small to medium enterprises (SMEs) that can operate within the North East of England. Engaging in such a project allows businesses not only to benefit financially from a substantial contract but also to enhance their portfolio by collaborating on a complex and multifaceted refurbishment. Businesses with expertise in educational infrastructure projects or those seeking to expand their market presence in public sector contracts could particularly benefit from such opportunities. With a growing emphasis on enhancing educational facilities, contractors specialising in innovative construction techniques and efficient space utilisation will find this type of tender advantageous for business growth and development.

## Notice

Tender was for the refurbishment of the Music & Sports Building on the main campus at Framwellgate Moor. This will include moving the gym to the ground floor, converting existing gym to classrooms, the music department to a cafe etc. The refurbishment will also add an additional floor.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/201233b7-ea0b-44d7-955d-f49b021b1d5f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| 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 | 14 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 7 Jun 2026 - 1 Oct 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,699,999 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £5,699,999 |
| 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 | NEW COLLEGE DURHAM |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5ES |
| 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 | Framwellgate and Newton Hall |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MELDRUM CONSTRUCTION SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 2 Jun 2026 at 09:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/201233b7-ea0b-44d7-955d-f49b021b1d5f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/201233b7-ea0b-44d7-955d-f49b021b1d5f
  2nd June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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