---
title: "Framework for provision of Earthworks"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ce7d"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-20"
---

# Framework for provision of Earthworks

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ce7d

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## Summary

Durham County Council is inviting tenders for a framework focused on the provision of earthworks, which encompasses general civil engineering works, including excavation, disposal, and the deposition of materials. This open competition is below the threshold and falls under the industry category of construction and civil engineering works. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, and interested parties should be aware of the deadline for tender submission, which is 7th August 2026. The framework has a value of £500,000 and is aimed at the 'UKC' region in the United Kingdom. Enquiries can be made until 5th August 2026, with the project expected to commence on 24th August 2026.

This tender offers potential business growth opportunities, especially for SMEs in the construction and engineering sectors. The framework agreement will involve further competitions for each project, allowing room for continuous participation and potential expansion. Companies specialising in earthworks, excavation, and supply of natural or recycled aggregates would find this tender particularly lucrative. The additional prospect of renewal, potentially extending the contract up to 2030, provides a long-term growth opportunity for businesses that are successful in securing a place on the framework. The selection process will focus on quality and price, awarding positions to the top four suppliers, thereby encouraging competitive, well-priced submissions with high-quality standards.

## Notice

* General earthwork operations associated with civil engineering works excavation and disposal of suitable and unsuitable materials. * Deposition of excavated and imported materials (imported materials may be either natural or recycled aggregates supplied by the Contractor) * Soiling

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068084-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 23 Aug 2026 - 19 Jul 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

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

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5WB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Framwellgate and Newton Hall |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

## Release History

- 20 Jul 2026 at 09:03 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068084-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068084-2026
  20th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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