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title: "Homes England - Northstowe Archaeology"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069f3d"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "HOMES ENGLAND (THE NAME ADOPTED BY THE HOMES AND COMMUNITIES AGENCY)"
published: "2026-05-21"
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# Homes England - Northstowe Archaeology

Buyer: HOMES ENGLAND (THE NAME ADOPTED BY THE HOMES AND COMMUNITIES AGENCY)  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069f3d

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Homes England, under its adopted name from the Homes and Communities Agency, focuses on the "Homes England - Northstowe Archaeology" project. This tender falls within the "works" category, specifically targeting excavation work at archaeological sites under the CPV code 45112450. The location for the contract is in the UK region UKH12, with operations spanning sub-phases of Northstowe Phase 3A. As of 21st May 2026, the procurement is in the planning stage, with key dates including a future notice release set for 13th July 2026 and the contract period expected from 2nd November 2026 to 1st November 2027. The estimated gross procurement value is £9,000,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in archaeological excavation and related services. SME suitability is highlighted, making it an attractive venture for small to medium-sized enterprises. Firms with experience in managing complex archaeological projects and interfacing with larger development teams will find this opportunity particularly advantageous. The procurement, driven by a public authority sub-central government body, promises not only financial incentive but also the potential for further engagements and reputation building within public sector projects.

## Notice

The works involve delivering archaeological mitigation across Northstowe Phase 3A, specifically within sub-phases 3A1, 3A2, 3A3, and 3A5. The appointed contractor will be responsible for all tasks required to complete archaeological investigations, manage interfaces with the wider project team, and support the discharge of Planning Condition 45 for Phase 3A.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047117-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 13 Jul 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Nov 2026 - 1 Nov 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HOMES ENGLAND (THE NAME ADOPTED BY THE HOMES AND COMMUNITIES AGENCY) |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE4 5BZ |
| 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 | Arthur's Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLH12 Cambridgeshire CC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45112450 - Excavation work at archaeological sites

## Release History

- 21 May 2026 at 13:05 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047117-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047117-2026
  21st May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/homes-england
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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