--- title: "Remediation works for the National Horizon Centre, Darlington" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d1554bc0-53be-4d37-a81a-790395901877" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d1554bc0-53be-4d37-a81a-790395901877" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d1554bc0-53be-4d37-a81a-790395901877.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d1554bc0-53be-4d37-a81a-790395901877.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY" published: "2017-10-03" --- # Remediation works for the National Horizon Centre, Darlington Buyer: TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d1554bc0-53be-4d37-a81a-790395901877 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d1554bc0-53be-4d37-a81a-790395901877) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d1554bc0-53be-4d37-a81a-790395901877.json) ## Summary The public procurement process involves Teesside University awarding a contract for remediation works at the National Horizon Centre in Darlington. The project focuses on site remediation, including the removal of historical spoils heaps and invasive plant species, with a total contract value of £130,311 for works categorized under site preparation. The contract was awarded on 22nd August 2017, following an open tender procedure, with a contract period commencing on 11th September 2017 and concluding on 9th October 2017. This procurement falls within the 'works' category, and the project is funded by the England European Regional Development Fund, enhancing local economic growth. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in environmental remediation and site preparation work. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities in invasive species management and ground level preparation would be well-positioned to compete in this tender. The accessible procurement method encourages innovative solutions that align with local economic development objectives, allowing suitable contractors to leverage this project for growth and community impact. ## Notice The works comprise site remediation works for a proposed new research and teaching facility. This involves the removal of two historic spoils heaps within the site curtilage. It is the intention to remove the mounds down to a level appropriate to the surrounding ground level in accordance with the levels identified by the project engineer. In order to facilitate the mound removal it will be necessary to remove small areas of invasive plant species in the form of Giant Hogweed and Japanese Knotweed. The site is located to the south of The Centre for Professional and Executive Development, a Teesside University building on Vicarage Road, DL1 1JW. (National Grid Reference NZ 29716 14732) The National Horizons Centre project is receiving up to PS3.2m of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund as part of the European Structural and Investment Funds Growth Programme 2014-2020. The Department for Communities and Local Government (and in London the intermediate body Greater London Authority) is the Managing Authority for European Regional Development Fund. Established by the European Union, the European Regional Development Fund helps local areas stimulate their economic development by investing in projects which will support innovation, businesses, create jobs and local community regenerations. For more information visit https://www.gov.uk/european-growth-funding." Additional information: Tender documents can be accessed via: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/teessideuniversity/aspx/Home Please register and then express interest in the opportunity ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0044bd48-64be-40f3-a449-e9a8c35cdfa1 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Oct 2017 | | Submission deadline | 12 Jul 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 21 Aug 2017 | | Contract period | 10 Sep 2017 - 9 Oct 2017 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £130,311 | | 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 | TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY | | Locality | MIDDLESBROUGH | | Post town | Cleveland | | Postcode | TS1 3BA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley | | ITL 3 | TLC32 South Teesside | | Local authority | Middlesbrough | | Electoral ward | Central | | Westminster constituency | Middlesbrough and Thornaby East | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | THOMPSONS OF PRUDHOE | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45100000 - Site preparation work ## Release History - 3 Oct 2017 at 10:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0044bd48-64be-40f3-a449-e9a8c35cdfa1 - 3 Oct 2017 at 10:41 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/940cc340-2e31-4a51-b22a-f2e2e83897e9 - 23 Jun 2017 at 10:40 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/940cc340-2e31-4a51-b22a-f2e2e83897e9 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0044bd48-64be-40f3-a449-e9a8c35cdfa1 3rd October 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/940cc340-2e31-4a51-b22a-f2e2e83897e9 3rd October 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/434148dc-2b57-4582-b40c-643ae199896c ERDF Funding Logo - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/teessideuniversity/aspx/Home Access to e-Procurement portal and tender documents ## Notice URLs - https://www.gov.uk/european-growth-funding ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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