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title: "Framework Agreement for Winter Maintenance provision at Business Durham Sites"
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# Framework Agreement for Winter Maintenance provision at Business Durham Sites

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-058b10

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## Summary

Durham County Council has established a Framework Agreement for Winter Maintenance provision at various Business Durham sites. This procurement process covers multiple locations, such as the Derwentside Business Centre and Salvus House, among others. Classified under snow-clearing services, the industry category requires expertise in maintenance activities pertinent to winter conditions. The framework agreement, initiated under an open procurement method and completed on 25th November 2025, involves call-offs dependent on weather conditions. It also encompasses a number of regional institutions like Academy Schools and Parish Councils, indicating broad regional engagement.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialised in snow-clearing services to engage with public authorities in the North East. With the procurement process open to SMEs and social enterprises, it provides a platform for these businesses to contribute to essential winter maintenance operations. As price is the predominant criterion for award decisions, companies with competitive pricing strategies are well-positioned to succeed. The framework allows for established relationships over multi-year contracts, promoting business stability and growth through consistent service delivery across various business centres. Businesses focusing on public sector collaboration will find this framework advantageous to boost their presence and expand their operations in the region.

## Notice

Framework Agreement for the following parks Derwentside Business Centre, Tanfield Business Centre, Salvus House, St Stephens Court, Durham Dales Centre, Crook Business Centre, Shildon Business Centre, Rookhope Business Centre & Jade Business Centre

### Lot Information

Derwentside Business Centre

Durham County Council is seeking to set up a Framework Arrangement with a number of contractors experienced in the provision of winter maintenance activities.

Renewal: 1 x 24

Tanfield Lea Business Park

Durham County Council is seeking to set up a Framework Arrangement with a number of contractors experienced in the provision of winter maintenance activities - 2

Renewal: 1 x 24

Salvus House

Durham County Council is seeking to set up a Framework Arrangement with a number of contractors experienced in the provision of winter maintenance activities. 3

Renewal: 1 x 24

St Stephens Court

Durham County Council is seeking to set up a Framework Arrangement with a number of contractors experienced in the provision of winter maintenance activities. 4

Renewal: 1 x 24

Durham Dales Centre

Durham County Council is seeking to set up a Framework Arrangement with a number of contractors experienced in the provision of winter maintenance activities. 5

Renewal: 1 x 24

Crook Business Centre

Durham County Council is seeking to set up a Framework Arrangement with a number of contractors experienced in the provision of winter maintenance activities. 6

Renewal: 1 x 24

Jade Business Park

Durham County Council is seeking to set up a Framework Arrangement with a number of contractors experienced in the provision of winter maintenance activities. 7

Renewal: 1 x 24

Shildon Business Centre

Durham County Council is seeking to set up a Framework Arrangement with a number of contractors experienced in the provision of winter maintenance activities. 8

Renewal: 1 x 24

Rookhope Business Centre

Durham County Council is seeking to set up a Framework Arrangement with a number of contractors experienced in the provision of winter maintenance activities. 9

Renewal: 1 x 24

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076687-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | £45,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £5,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5WB |
| 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), TLC1 Tees Valley and Durham |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 5 |
| Supplier names | HAYFIELDS CONTRACTING; I W ADAMSON LTD T/A COMPLETE WEED CONTROL (TYNE & WEAR; IAN ADAMSON T/A COMPLETE WEED CONTROL; MAKEPEACE MOTORS; NORTH EAST GRITTERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90620000 - Snow-clearing services

## Release History

- 25 Nov 2025 at 08:36 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076687-2025
- 20 Aug 2025 at 10:01 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050072-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076687-2025
  25th November 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050072-2025
  20th August 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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