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title: "Berwick Maltings Theatre Main Contractor"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-047db4"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# Berwick Maltings Theatre Main Contractor

Buyer: NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-047db4

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## Summary

The Northumberland County Council is looking to conduct a procurement exercise to appoint a main contractor for the Berwick Maltings Theatre in Berwick Upon Tweed, UK, under the industry category of Construction work. The process is currently at the planning stage, with a total contract value of £14,500,000. The procurement deadline for responses is 30th August 2024, and all submissions must be uploaded via the NEPO Portal. Contact person for this exercise is Kerry Davidson.

This tender opportunity for the main contractor role at Berwick Maltings Theatre presents a significant business growth potential for construction companies specialising in theatre and cultural venue development. Businesses with experience in delivering complex projects within the specified deadline and budget, and with expertise in enhancing customer experience and accessibility, are well-suited to compete in this procurement process. The opportunity aligns with the Council's aim to transform the existing venue into a modern, customer-focused space, contributing to the regeneration of Berwick-upon-Tweed.

## Notice

Northumberland County Council (NCC) is looking to conduct a procurement exercise to appoint a main contractor to carry out the works at The Berwick Maltings Theatre. To support this, we would like to gain information from the market regarding a number of issues related to the potential procurement exercise. All responses are to be provided by completing the Market Engagement Questionnaire and uploading your response via the NEPO Portal by 30th August 2024. www.nepo.org reference DN683373

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Maltings current Eastern Lane venue is no longer fit for purpose and the Maltings (Berwick) Trust has worked in partnership with Northumberland County Council to secure Borderlands Inclusive Growth Deal funding to deliver a 21st century venue on the existing site that transforms the customer experience, hosts a significantly enhanced programme, and acts as a major catalyst for the year-round regeneration of Berwick-upon-Tweed. The existing Maltings venue is ageing, no longer fit for purpose, fails to exploit its unique river-view location, and presents ever-increasing operational challenges - e.g., tired furnishing and decor, lack of soundproofing which prevents simultaneous programming, inaccessible areas for audiences and artists with disabilities, seating and facilities which fall far short of modern audience expectations, antiquated heating, wiring and ventilation. An independent scoping and feasibility study has clearly established the preferred approach - delivering a 21st century venue (the New Maltings) on the existing site that transforms both the customer experience and business model and acts as a major catalyst for the regeneration of Berwick-upon-Tweed. Following completion of various design options over recent months, it has been decided the funding will be prioritised within the existing building and limiting the amount of new build. A multi- disciplinary design team are currently appointed and have recently completed the Stage 2 design.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021813-2024 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 31 Jan 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £14,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | BLYTH |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE24 3XW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC42 Northumberland |
| Local authority | Northumberland |
| Electoral ward | South Blyth |
| Westminster constituency | Blyth and Ashington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 16 Jul 2024 at 11:47 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021813-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.northumberland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000772544
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA30547

## Provenance

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