Scope
Description
Gateshead Council are seeking a contractor to deliver a 16-18nr unit mixed affordable and shared ownership scheme in Birtley, Gateshead.
The tender sets out the requirements for the housing scheme and seeks qualitative and financial submissions from contractors interested in delivering the project.
The proposed development consists of a mix of affordable rent and shared ownership properties with a range of 2, 3 & 4 bed units as well as all other associated external works and infrastructure required. The site is a former care centre with 1-2 storey buildings set in gardens and paved areas, with a service yard to the east. The trees on site form a feature in the local streetscape but are in mixed condition. It is enclosed by fencing and hedges.
Total value (estimated)
- £2,900,000 excluding VAT
- £3,480,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 12 January 2026 to 11 January 2027
- 1 year
Main procurement category
Works
CPV classifications
- 45211000 - Construction work for multi-dwelling buildings and individual houses
Contract locations
- UKC - North East (England)
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Tender submission deadline
8 December 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders to be submitted on the OPEN Platform (https://www.open-uk.org). Search for Contract for the Redevelopment of Shadon House.
Project number: OPEN20251866
The Contracting Authority communicates through the Open system; therefore, all correspondence regarding this Tender will be issued to the individual that expressed interest on Open. It is the Supplier's responsibility to ensure the correct named person is, and continues to be, registered on the Open system.
If you require time-critical assistance on submitting your response, please contact the Open Support Team open.support@nepo.org
For non-time critical issues, such as passwords, general account queries and location of information please visit Open hub via www.open-hub.org/how-to-guides/ or seek support from open.support@nepo.org
PLEASE NOTE: The system is accessible 24/7 however, technical support is only available Monday - Thursday 8:30am-5:00pm, Friday - 8:30am-4:30pm
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
19 December 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Value for Money | Price | 60% |
| Quality | Quality | 30% |
| Social Value | Quality | 10% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Justification for not publishing a preliminary market engagement notice
The Council intended to tender this contract under Public Contract Regulations but due to delays with the project this is now PA 2023, so a Pipeline notice was not anticipated to have been required at the time.
Contracting authority
Gateshead Borough Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PPGY-1151-NJQN
Civic Centre, Regent Terrace
Gateshead
NE8 1HH
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@gateshead.gov.uk
Region: UKC22 - Tyneside
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government