---
title: "S185 Drainage Diversion Contract"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0555a0"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SOUTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2025-06-30"
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# S185 Drainage Diversion Contract

Buyer: SOUTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0555a0

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by South Tyneside Borough Council focuses on the S185 Drainage Diversion Contract, a project based in South Shields. This tender falls under the construction works industry category, specifically targeting drainage construction. The diversion of drainage infrastructure in Barrington Street aims to facilitate the relocation of Tyne Coast College and South Shields Marine School to the town centre. The procurement was managed in a direct method without competition due to its value falling below the procurement threshold. The contract was signed on 11th June 2025, and it is set to conclude by 19th September 2025. Castle Building Services Ltd, a small to medium-sized enterprise based in Hebburn, was awarded the contract, symbolising the completion stage of this procurement.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses in the construction industry, particularly those specialising in infrastructure works and drainage. Small and medium-sized enterprises, similar to Castle Building Services Ltd, may find success in exploring similar procurement opportunities, especially those categorised under below-threshold schemes which often encourage direct awards. With a focus on enhancing the South Shields town centre infrastructure, businesses that can offer innovative solutions and flexibility in public works initiatives stand to benefit significantly. Such contracts not only provide financial growth but also offer these businesses the prestige of being affiliated with notable public projects.

## Notice

The award of a construction contract for the diversion of drainage infrastructure in the Barrington Street area of South Shields town centre. The work is required to facilitate the relocation of Tyne Coast College and South Shields Marine School to the town centre.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036005-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 10 Jun 2025 - 19 Sep 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £789,655 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOUTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | SOUTH SHIELDS |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE33 2RL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | South Tyneside |
| Electoral ward | Beacon and Bents |
| Westminster constituency | South Shields |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CASTLE BUILDING SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45232450 - Drainage construction works

## Release History

- 30 Jun 2025 at 09:48 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036005-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036005-2025
  30th June 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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