---
title: "Groundworks"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05e164"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05e164.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-08"
---

# Groundworks

Buyer: NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05e164

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## Summary

Newcastle City Council has completed an open procedure for procuring external construction groundwork support services. They aim to enhance their Capital projects by engaging proficient contractors over a 48-month period commencing on 13th April 2026. The project, under the category of construction work, utilises a framework agreement allowing both ranked framework and mini competition options. Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, the procurement method covers significant capital investments and is protected under legal stipulations as outlined in the UK Public General Acts of 2023. The framework's initial phases, including tender and award decisions, culminated in the signing of the contract on 13th April 2026 with a contract value of £14.4 million.

This procurement process presents lucrative opportunities for SMEs, particularly those with expertise in groundwork and construction services. Participating in frameworks like this can serve as a platform for businesses to showcase their quality assurance, timeliness, and communication competencies, all of which are vital performance metrics specified in the contract. The involvement of multiple SMEs, such as G & B Civil Engineering, Adderstone Civils, and BCE Northern Limited, highlights the competitive yet inclusive nature of the tendering process, indicating that businesses in the construction sector should continue to monitor similar opportunities for substantial growth involvement.

## Notice

NCC is awarding a contract commencing 13/04/2026 for 48 Months (24 months with 2 x 12 Month options to extend) for support from external construction groundwork contractors with skilled tradespersons to assist in delivering a first-class groundworks service for Capital projects.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Subject to performance, options of 2 x 12 month extensions available.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042231-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | 24 Nov 2025 |
| Award date | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 12 Apr 2026 - 12 Apr 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £14,400,000 |
| Lots value | £14,400,000 |
| Awards value | £14,400,000 |
| Contracts value | £14,400,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 8QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLC22 Tyneside |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | ADDERSTONE CIVILS; BCE NORTHERN; G & B CIVIL ENGINEERING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 8 May 2026 at 07:44 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042231-2026
- 26 Mar 2026 at 11:21 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027801-2026
- 5 Dec 2025 at 11:42 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080077-2025
- 14 Nov 2025 at 12:31 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073950-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042231-2026
  8th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027801-2026
  26th March 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080077-2025
  5th December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073950-2025
  14th November 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-15862
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-15863
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-15864

## Notice URLs

- http://www.bcenorthern.co.uk
- http://www.gandbcivils.com
- http://www.tangentconstruction.co.uk
- https://www.adderstonegroup.com/civils/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.newcastle.gov.uk/
- https://www.open-uk.org/

## Provenance

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