---
title: "Supply and Installation of Timber for Port Dock Gates"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06760a"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-27"
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# Supply and Installation of Timber for Port Dock Gates

Buyer: SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06760a

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## Summary

This procurement process, initiated by Sunderland City Council, sought the supply and installation of FSC certified marine timber for the repair of No 1 Dock Gates at the Port of Sunderland. Taking place in the UK North East region, this contract, under the industry category of works and goods, reached the award stage on 27 March 2026, with the work period commencing on 30 March 2026 and ending on 25 September 2026. The competition was limited and below the threshold, as defined by the legal basis UKPGA 2023/54, specifically for utilities. The contract was awarded to MARTIN CHILDS LIMITED, a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) located in Swaffham, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in timber products and dock construction work. Due to its specific nature, companies capable of delivering high-quality marine timber and related construction services can leverage this contract to expand their portfolio and enhance their credibility in the public procurement sector. Opportunities are predominantly suited to SMEs with capabilities in the supply and installation of timber, especially those compliant with sustainable sourcing standards such as the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification, highlighting a focused potential for growth in the utilities sector.

## Notice

Supply and installation of FSC certified marine timber for repair of No 1 Dock Gates at the Port of Sunderland

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028316-2026 |
| 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 | 27 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 29 Mar 2026 - 25 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £198,427 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR1 3AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Millfield |
| Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MARTIN CHILDS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 03419100 - Timber products
- 45241400 - Dock construction work

## Release History

- 27 Mar 2026 at 09:59 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028316-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028316-2026
  27th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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