--- title: "Contract 97 - Installation of Level Access Showers" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065a36" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-065a36" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-065a36.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-065a36.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NORTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2026-02-23" --- # Contract 97 - Installation of Level Access Showers Buyer: NORTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065a36 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-065a36) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-065a36.json) ## Summary North Tyneside Borough Council is inviting tenders for "Contract 97 - Installation of Level Access Showers," focusing on the construction industry within the region of North Tyneside, United Kingdom. This procurement, under the open procedure, seeks to establish a framework agreement for the supply and installation of accessible showers and associated bathroom adaptations in residential properties. Interested parties must comply with the Authority's housing adaptation standards and building regulations. The tender process is currently active, with key deadlines including the enquiry period closing on 13 March 2026, submission by 20 March 2026, and the award decision expected by 1 April 2026. Following this, the contract period is set to begin on 1 May 2026 and end by 30 April 2028, with potential extensions up until 2030. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in construction and home adaptation services, particularly those equipped to handle specialised installations without disrupting residents. Small and medium-sized enterprises capable of delivering high-quality work at competitive pricing stand a strong chance, given the criteria of quality (40%) and price (60%) in the evaluation process. With a gross budget of £4,000,000, the framework agreement can support up to eight participants, enhancing competitive chance and facilitating potential business growth in the public sector. This aligns with the Authority's goals to enhance living conditions using the Disabled Facilities Grant and housing spend, thus presenting a substantial opportunity for qualified contractors in the region. ## Notice North Tyneside Council (the Authority) are seeking the establishment of a framework agreement for supply, installation, and completion of level access showers and associated bathroom adaptations within occupied residential properties on behalf of the Authority. The works are to be carried out with minimal disruption to residents, in compliance with all relevant building regulations, statutory requirements, and the Authority's housing adaptation standards. The Authority funds and manages the provision of a range of adaptations for customers following an assessment of need carried out by an Occupational Therapist. Referrals are forwarded to the Adaptations & Loan Equipment Service (ALES) which is based at Killingworth Depot, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE12 6QQ. ALES administer and manage the provision in accordance with the Authority's Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) Home Adaptation and Relocation Assistance Policy. It should be noted that the works required will cover both DFG funded works and works in tenanted properties within the Authority's Housing stock where such work is funded by the Authority's housing spend. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016127-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Feb 2026 | | Submission deadline | 20 Mar 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £4,000,000 | | Lots value | £4,000,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NORTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | NORTH TYNESIDE | | Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne | | Postcode | NE27 0BY | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear | | ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside | | Local authority | North Tyneside | | Electoral ward | Shiremoor | | Westminster constituency | Cramlington and Killingworth | | Delivery location | TLC22 Tyneside | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45000000 - Construction work ## Release History - 23 Feb 2026 at 14:32 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016127-2026 - 23 Feb 2026 at 14:12 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016107-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016127-2026 23rd February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016107-2026 23rd February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.open-uk.org/opportunities/overview/public/053a39c1-a6fc-4d40-81cf-a39ae85b8e35 ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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