--- title: "Decoration Framework" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069fac" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-069fac" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069fac.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069fac.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "BERNICIA GROUP" published: "2026-05-21" --- # Decoration Framework Buyer: BERNICIA GROUP Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069fac [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-069fac) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069fac.json) ## Summary The Bernicia Group, a public undertaking based in Ashington, United Kingdom, is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process titled "Decoration Framework." This tender falls under the works category, specifically decoration work, and is valued at £7,500,000. With a contract duration of up to 7 years, the project involves internal and external painting and decorating services, along with associated timber repairs across the North East region of the UK. The market engagement and preliminary discussions are scheduled, and interested contractors are encouraged to register by 30th June 2026. The procurement communication outlines future notices expected by 3rd August 2026, with the main contract period commencing on 1st April 2027. This procurement offers substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses with proven experience in residential and commercial decoration, high standards of workmanship, and a robust health and safety compliance record. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are suitably identified for this tender, which requires capacity to manage projects across diverse sites. Given the potential need for access equipment and asbestos removal, businesses with these specialised capabilities should find this opportunity particularly aligned with their services, fostering potential long-term partnerships with the Bernicia Group. ## Notice The works will consist of :- Internal and external decoration along with associated timber repairs to the external envelope of each property. Components will include, but not limited to, external timber windows, external timber doors, fencing and gates, roofline, washing down gutters and walls, as well as internal decoration to communal areas. There may also be a requirement to use access equipment and remove asbestos, if necessary. ### Planning Information Bernicia is seeking to engage with experienced painting and decorating contractors, preferably based in the North East, to deliver internal and external decoration works across our portfolio which meets UK fire performance standards under Building Regulation. Opportunity Overview Scope: Internal and external painting and decorating services Location: North East region Contract Duration: Up to 7 years Client: Bernicia TUPE may apply We are looking to partner with contractors who demonstrate: Proven experience in residential and/or commercial decoration High standards of workmanship and quality control Strong health and safety compliance Capacity to deliver projects across multiple sites If you are interested in this opportunity and wish to engage with us, please register your company details on the In-tend portal please see link below. We are happy to engage with interested contractors via face-to-face meetings, Microsoft Teams, or telephone discussions to support the review of the scope and requirements. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bernicia/aspx/Home ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047281-2026 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement 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 | 3 Aug 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2034 | | 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 | Planning | | Lots status | Planning | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | BERNICIA GROUP | | Locality | ASHINGTON | | Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne | | Postcode | NE6 3XF | | 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 | Walker | | Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne East and Wallsend | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45451000 - Decoration work ## Release History - 21 May 2026 at 14:44 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047281-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047281-2026 21st May 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://www.bernicia.com - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bernicia/aspx/Home - 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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