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title: "Voids & Minor Works Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06dcff"
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buyer: "BERNICIA GROUP"
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# Voids & Minor Works Framework

Buyer: BERNICIA GROUP  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06dcff

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## Summary

Bernicia Group, a public undertaking located in Ashington, UK, is actively seeking qualified and experienced contractors for a Voids & Minor Works Framework. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage with submissions due by 11th September 2026. The contract, valued at £26.5 million, spans the North East of England and involves a competitive flexible procedure for the refurbishment and minor works on void properties. The project is set to kick off on 4th January 2027, with the possibility of extending the initial two-year term by up to six years in increments, depending on performance and necessity. Key performance metrics will include customer satisfaction, quality, health and safety, and social value delivery.

This tender provides significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in property refurbishment and minor works, particularly those adept in quick-turnaround, high-quality projects. It is an attractive proposition for SMEs capable of demonstrating robust supply chain management and responsive service delivery in line with Bernicia's strategic objectives. The contract encompasses a range of works such as decoration, renovation, and compliance-related activities, thus appealing to a diverse pool of construction and maintenance service providers. This framework is ideal for businesses striving to establish or expand their footprint in the public housing sector while aligning with Bernicia's goals of sustainability and value for money.

## Notice

Bernicia Group is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor(s) to deliver a comprehensive range of void property refurbishment and minor property works across its housing portfolio throughout North East England. The contract will include the completion of works required to bring vacant properties up to Bernicia's Lettable Standard, enabling properties to be re-let as quickly and efficiently as possible. Works may include repairs, compliance-related activities, refurbishment, decoration, kitchen and bathroom replacements, electrical and plumbing works, flooring, external works and general building repairs. In addition, the contractor shall undertake a range of minor property works and refurbishment projects, including but not limited to kitchen and bathroom renewals, damp and mould remediation, fire safety improvements, fencing, adaptations, communal area improvements, environmental works and other planned or reactive property improvements. The successful contractor(s) will be expected to work collaboratively with Bernicia to deliver high-quality workmanship, excellent customer service, value for money and continuous improvement. Performance will be monitored through key performance indicators relating to void turnaround times, quality, customer satisfaction, health and safety, sustainability and social value delivery. The contract may be awarded to a single supplier or multiple suppliers and will operate using the NHF Schedule of Rates. The contractor(s) shall provide suitably skilled resources, robust supply chain management and responsive service delivery to support Bernicia's operational and strategic objectives. The contract will be for an initial term of two (2) years, with the option to extend for a further period of up to six (6) years in increments of not less than twelve (12) months, subject to satisfactory performance and continued business need.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Contract can be extended for three (3) periods of twenty four (24) months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075927-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 10 Aug 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 4 Jan 2027 - 3 Jan 2029 |
| Recurrence | 2034-08-01 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £26,500,000 |
| Lots value | £26,500,000 |
| 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 | 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

- 45262690 - Refurbishment of run-down buildings
- 45453000 - Overhaul and refurbishment work
- 45453100 - Refurbishment work

## Release History

- 10 Aug 2026 at 16:00 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075927-2026
- 6 Aug 2026 at 06:40 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074430-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075927-2026
  10th August 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074430-2026
  6th August 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Bernicia
  e-procurement portal

## Notice URLs

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

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