---
title: "Student Kitchen Refurbishment"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ad84"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "HARTLEPOOL COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION"
published: "2026-08-04"
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# Student Kitchen Refurbishment

Buyer: HARTLEPOOL COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ad84

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## Summary

Hartlepool College of Further Education, located in Hartlepool, United Kingdom, undertook a procurement process for the "Student Kitchen Refurbishment" project. This initiative was categorised under the works industry, focusing on the installation of fitted kitchens. The procurement process was conducted through a direct method under the "Below threshold - without competition" category and has reached the completion stage. Key dates include the start of the contract on 3rd August 2026, with an end date set for 4th September 2026. A renewal option is available, providing the potential for a 12-month extension. This project was significant as it required the refurbishment of student kitchens, including the removal and reinstatement of a new wall and the fitting of all new kitchen equipment.

The awarded contract, valued at £803,812 gross (£964,574.40 including VAT), was secured by GASTRONORTH LIMITED, a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) based in Gateshead, UK. This procurement presents significant business opportunities, particularly for companies in the construction and installation sectors specialising in refurbishments at educational institutions. The project’s focus on specialised kitchen installation makes it ideal for businesses with expertise in bespoke kitchen solutions. Such opportunities contribute to business growth by providing visibility and experience in public sector contracts, which can enhance reputation and lead to further opportunities in similar projects.

## Notice

To carry out the refurbishment of the student kitchens within the College, including removal and reinstatement of a new wall and all new kitchen equipment to be supplied and fitted.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073507-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 Aug 2026 - 4 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £803,812 |
| Contracts value | £803,812 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HARTLEPOOL COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION |
| Locality | HARTLEPOOL |
| Post town | Cleveland |
| Postcode | TS24 7NT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC31 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees |
| Local authority | Hartlepool |
| Electoral ward | Burn Valley |
| Westminster constituency | Hartlepool |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GASTRONORTH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45421151 - Installation of fitted kitchens

## Release History

- 4 Aug 2026 at 09:20 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073507-2026
- 4 Jun 2026 at 12:30 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052806-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073507-2026
  4th August 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052806-2026
  4th June 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.hartlepoolfe.ac.uk
- https://gastronorth.co.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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