---
title: "Cyclical Decoration; 2027 - 2034"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a03b"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "GENTOO GROUP"
published: "2026-07-13"
---

# Cyclical Decoration; 2027 - 2034

Buyer: GENTOO GROUP  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a03b

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## Summary

The Gentoo Group, functioning as a public authority under sub-central government operations, is initiating a cyclical decoration procurement process for the period of 2027 to 2034. This process involves both internal and external decoration services for occupied and empty homes, located in Sunderland, UKC23 region. Currently in the planning stage, this process has a planned start for contract activities on 1st May 2027 through to 30th April 2034, with the market engagement notice scheduled to close on 6th September 2026. The estimated contract value is £10,185,000 gross, with a published engagement document indicating that further tender activities will be underway around 7th September 2026. The procurement falls under the works category and involves methods aligning with the latest UK legislation, specifically the legal basis of UKPGA 2023/54.

This procurement process presents notable opportunities for businesses involved in decoration and painting services, especially those qualifying as SMEs and social enterprises (VCSEs), given the suitability criteria. With a significant budget attributable to the works need, businesses that specialise in large-scale decoration projects are likely to find competitive growth opportunities through participation. Additionally, firms with a strong understanding of the UK’s regulatory landscape and those accustomed to engaging with public authorities in structured procurement settings are well-positioned to bid effectively. This procurement not only offers financial potential through long-term contracts but also enables businesses to establish or enhance their presence in the public sector, particularly in the Sunderland area.

## Notice

Cyclical Decoration Contract. Internal and External Decoration Provision to occupied and empty homes.

### Planning Information

Preliminary Market Engagement Notice only.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065547-2026 |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 7 Sep 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 May 2027 - 30 Apr 2034 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £8,487,500 |
| 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 | GENTOO GROUP |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR3 3XR |
| 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 | Doxford |
| Westminster constituency | Houghton and Sunderland South |
| Delivery location | TLC23 Sunderland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45442100 - Painting work
- 45451000 - Decoration work

## Release History

- 13 Jul 2026 at 10:50 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065547-2026
- 22 May 2026 at 07:41 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047490-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065547-2026
  13th July 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047490-2026
  22nd May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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