Scope
Reference
BG-PREF0033
Description
Bernicia are looking for several contractors to carry out various works across Bernicia properties. For transparency small works projects are generally property upgrades or refurbishments which are outside of our planned works programmes. Each project can range from £15,000 up to £250,000 and generally require multiple trades. A specification document has been provided as an overview of the contract only the exact nature of the projects required each year can differ.
The initial project is based at Grindon Lane, Sunderland, SR3 4EN. The property has 10 bedrooms with en-suite bathroom a communal reception area and office. The refurbishment project is to update all bathrooms, the reception area and office. There is also a requirement to upgrade the lighting in these areas.
Commercial tool
Establishes an open framework
Total value (estimated)
- £1,500,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 10 November 2025 to 9 November 2027
- Possible extension to 9 November 2028
- 3 years
Description of possible extension:
A 12 month extension is available to this contract
Main procurement category
Works
CPV classifications
- 45210000 - Building construction work
- 45215210 - Construction work for subsidised residential accommodation
- 45232141 - Heating works
- 45260000 - Roof works and other special trade construction works
- 45262900 - Balcony work
- 45453100 - Refurbishment work
Contract locations
- UKC - North East (England)
Framework
Open framework scheme end date (estimated)
9 November 2028
Maximum number of suppliers
5
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Further information about fees
No fees will be charges for this framework
Framework operation description
The framework operation is outlined within the tender documentation.
Award method when using the framework
With competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Submission
Enquiry deadline
3 October 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
10 October 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
Award criteria can be found within the tender documentation
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bernicia/aspx/Home
All documentation can be found on our e-procurement portal InTend.
Contracting authority
Bernicia Group
- Mutuals Public Register: 7711
Oakwood Way, Ashwood Business Park
Ashington
NE63 XF
United Kingdom
Contact name: Kerry Hunter
Telephone: 03448003800
Email: procurement@bernicia.com
Website: http://www.bernicia.com
Region: UKC22 - Tyneside
Organisation type: Public undertaking (commercial organisation subject to public authority oversight)