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title: "M & E Works, Mini Golf and Refurbishment of 2 Studios and diving pool at the Dolphin Centre"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0682b2"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-15"
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# M & E Works, Mini Golf and Refurbishment of 2 Studios and diving pool at the Dolphin Centre

Buyer: DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0682b2

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## Summary

This procurement process, titled "M & E Works, Mini Golf and Refurbishment of 2 Studios and diving pool at the Dolphin Centre," was initiated by Darlington Borough Council, a regional authority located in Darlington, United Kingdom. The process falls under the industry category of construction work and was conducted within the UKC13 region. The procurement method used was a limited award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, aimed at delivering works as part of the Procurement Hub Framework. The award stage of the procurement process concluded on 10th November 2025, with the contract currently active and valued at £6,641,265.73.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in construction, particularly those with capabilities in mechanical & electrical works, as well as refurbishment projects. Large-scale businesses such as Willmott Dixon Construction Limited, which has been actively awarded the contract, are well-suited to engage with such procurement opportunities. The focus on targeted works at the Dolphin Centre could further provide avenues for growth and establish partnerships with regional authorities, enhancing their profile within the sector.

## Notice

M & E Works, Mini Golf and Refurbishment of 2 Studios and diving pool at the Dolphin Centre via the Procurement Hub Framework

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Mechanical & Electrical Works, Mini Golf and Refurbishment of 2 Studios and diving pool at the Dolphin Centre.

### Procurement Information

Direct Award on the Procurement Hub Framework

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034079-2026 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £6,641,265 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | DARLINGTON |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL1 5QT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC33 Darlington |
| Local authority | Darlington |
| Electoral ward | Park East |
| Westminster constituency | Darlington |
| Delivery location | TLC13 Darlington |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WILLMOTT DIXON CONSTRUCTION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 15 Apr 2026 at 10:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034079-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.darlington.gov.uk

## Provenance

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