--- title: "Sub 50k Civil Engineering Framework" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f4d93898-3638-4f65-af05-8a852249c054" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f4d93898-3638-4f65-af05-8a852249c054" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f4d93898-3638-4f65-af05-8a852249c054.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f4d93898-3638-4f65-af05-8a852249c054.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2017-09-27" --- # Sub 50k Civil Engineering Framework Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f4d93898-3638-4f65-af05-8a852249c054 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f4d93898-3638-4f65-af05-8a852249c054) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f4d93898-3638-4f65-af05-8a852249c054.json) ## Summary The procurement process is for a "Sub 50k Civil Engineering Framework" managed by Durham County Council, situated in the North East region of the United Kingdom. This framework agreement targets the delivery of civil engineering works with a total value estimated between £500,000 and £4,100,000 over a maximum duration of 48 months, although contractors may receive call-off contracts that extend beyond this period. The tender period concludes on 11 October 2017, and the contract is set to commence on 13 November 2017, lasting until 12 November 2019. The procurement follows a selective method using a restricted procedure, and primary users will include the Authority's Technical Services and Highway Services departments. This tender offers significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in construction and civil engineering services. Businesses that are equipped to deliver projects valued up to £50,000, have experience with NEC3 Short Form Contracts, or have previously worked with public sector frameworks could find this a fruitful venture. Engaging in this framework may also lead to potential collaborations with other associated bodies and diversified funding from sources like the Heritage Lottery Fund and European Regional Development Funds. ## Notice This procurement exercise is for the implementation of a Framework Agreement for the delivery of Civil Engineering Works valued at no more than PS50,000 on behalf of Durham County Council. The main users of the Framework Agreement will be Technical Services, Highway Services Department however the Framework will be available for use by Durham County Council or associated bodies. The Authority intends to enter into a Framework Agreement and Contract with a maximum of six successful contractors for a maximum period of up to 48 months, although call off contracts may extend beyond that period. Call-Offs will be contracted under the NEC3 Short Form Contract provided with the tender pack. The method according to which work under the Framework Agreement will be allocated to the Framework Agreement providers will be confirmed and set out in detail in the Invitation to Tender. The Authority estimates that over the 48 months the value of the Framework Agreement will range between PS500,000 and PS4,100,000. However the Authority makes no guarantee as to the amount of work, if any, awarded under the Framework Agreement. It is to be noted that Projects under this Framework may be funded by Council Capital funds or external funding agencies including Heritage Lottery Funds, European Regional Development Funds and Local Enterprise Partnership Funds. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e4afd88-4741-4198-ae39-9dc7212f3a82 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 Sep 2017 | | Submission deadline | 11 Oct 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 13 Nov 2017 - 12 Nov 2019 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | 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) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work - 50 - Repair and maintenance services ### Codes - 45000000 - Construction work - 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services ## Release History - 27 Sep 2017 at 16:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e4afd88-4741-4198-ae39-9dc7212f3a82 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e4afd88-4741-4198-ae39-9dc7212f3a82 27th September 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - http://www.nepo.org Tender documents are available from www.nepo.org ## Notice URLs - http://www.durham.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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