---
title: "Flooring Replacement at the Word, South Shields"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05ff4e"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SOUTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-01-05"
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# Flooring Replacement at the Word, South Shields

Buyer: SOUTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05ff4e

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## Summary

The contracting process for the project "Flooring Replacement at the Word, South Shields" was initiated by South Tyneside Borough Council. The project involves replacing defective flooring at the Word library in South Shields, with a focus on minimising disruption to staff and the public during the building's operating hours. This procurement falls under the "works" category, specifically library construction work, and is located in the UKC22 region. The procurement method was limited, indicating a below-threshold competition. South Tyneside Borough Council as the buying organisation finalised the award stage, with the contract commencing on 26th November 2025 and scheduled for completion by 6th February 2026.

This tender presents business growth opportunities, particularly for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in construction and flooring works. Companies like BIRCH TREE NORTHERN LIMITED, which has been awarded the contract, exemplify the type of business well-suited for this tender due to their expertise and capability to manage projects while coordinating with public operations. Such tenders are ideal for businesses looking to enhance their portfolio within the public sector and establish a reputation for delivering quality work within strict timelines and operational contexts.

## Notice

The contract is for the replacement of defective flooring at the Word library building, South Shields. The building will be open to the public during the works and so careful planning will be required to minimise disruption to staff and public.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000297-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 26 Nov 2025 - 6 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £231,181 |

## 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 | BIRCH TREE NORTHERN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45212330 - Library construction work

## Release History

- 5 Jan 2026 at 13:03 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000297-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000297-2026
  5th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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