Tenders

Minor Works Framework

Open
Deadline
22 days left
March 26, 2026
Contract Details
Category
Other
Reference
015508-2026
Value
£61,131,600
Location
Northumberland and Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom
Published
February 24, 2026
CPV Code
Project Timeline

Tender Published

February 20, 2026

Deadline for Questions

March 19, 2026

Submission Deadline

March 26, 2026

Contract Start Date

September 11, 2026

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Budget
£61,131,600
Duration
48 months
Location
Northumberland and Tyne and Wear
Type
Other
65
Quality Score/100
Good

Original Tender Description

ACCESS TO TENDER DOCUMENTS VIA THE OPEN SYSTEM https://open-uk.org Minor Works Framework. 41 Lots: Lot 1 Scaffolding Work Below £50K, Lot 2 - Roofing Work Below £50K, Lot 3 - Roofing Work Above £50k to Below £500K, Lot 4 Masonry Work Below £50K, Lot 5 Plastering and Wall Tiling Work Below £50k, Lot 6 - Metal Fabrication and Repair Work Below £50k, Lot 7 - Carpentry Work Below £50k, Lot 8 Glazing Works Below £50k, Lot 9 Decoration Work Below £50k, Lot 10 - Fencing Work Below £100K, Lot 11 - Floor Coverings Work Below £50K, Lot 12 Metal/Aluminium Door, Window, Roller Shutter and Automatic Controls Including Servicing Work Below £50k, Lot 13 - Security and Door Access Controls Work Below £100K, Lot 14 - Electrical Work Below £50k, Lot 15 - Electrical Work Above £50k to Below £750K, Lot 16 - Fire Alarm Work Below £100K, Lot 17 - CCTV Work Below £250K, Lot 18 - Emergency Lighting Works Below £250K, Lot 19 - Intruder Alarm Works Including Servicing Work Below £250K. Lot 20 - UPS and Standby Power Systems Including Generator Maintenance Work Below £250k, Lot 21 - Commercial Plumbing Works Below £50k, Lot 22 - Mechanical, Heating and Ventilation Work Below £150k, Lot 23 - Mechanical, Heating and Ventilation Work Above £150k to Below £1M, Lot 24 - Air Conditioning and Air Handling Units Work Below £150k, Lot 25 - Air Conditioning and Air Handling Unit Work Above £150k to Below £500K, Lot 26 - Commercial and Domestic Gas Work Below £150k, Lot 27 Stairlifts, Hoists and Changing Beds Work Below £50k, Lot 28 - General Building Works Below £250K -, Lot 29 - General Building Works Above £250K to Below £1M, Lot 30 - UPVC Products and Composite Doors Work Below £50K, Lot 31 - Domestic Electrical Installation, Inspection and Testing Work Below £50K, Lot 32 - Domestic Plumbing and Heating Work Below £50K, Lot 33 - Specialist Building Preservation Works Below £150K, Lot 34 - Gas Connections/Disconnections Work Below £500K, Lot 35 - Water Connections/Disconnections Work Below £500K, Lot 36 - Electricity Connections Below £500K, Lot 37 - Fire Protection and Compartmentation Work Below £500K, Lot 38 - Locksmith Work Below £50K, Lot 39 - Flue Systems Work Including Design Below £50K, Lot 40 - Boiler Control Systems Work Below £150K, Lot 41 - Specialist Insulation and Pipe Lagging Work Below £150K. As the contract is a framework the Council is under no obligation to place Orders under the contract and makes no guarantee that any orders will be placed under the contract.

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Requirements & Qualifications

8 requirements across 5 categories

Submission (2)
Mandatory (1)
Compliance (1)
Technical (3)
Financial (1)
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS2
--Access tender documents via the Open system (https://open-uk.org).
--Submit bids by the deadline: 2026-03-26T00:00:00.
MANDATORY EXCLUSION GROUNDS1
--Specific requirements for this category are detailed in the full tender documents available on the Open system (https://open-uk.org).
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS1
--Specific requirements for this category are detailed in the full tender documents available on the Open system (https://open-uk.org).
TECHNICAL CAPABILITY REQUIREMENTS3
--Specific requirements for this category are detailed in the full tender documents available on the Open system (https://open-uk.org).
--Bidders must be capable of performing construction work related to one or more of the 41 Lots described (e.g., Scaffolding, Roofing, Masonry, Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, General Building Works, etc.).
--Bidders should consider the value thresholds for each Lot (e.g., Below £50K, Above £50K to Below £500K, etc.).
FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTS1
--Specific requirements for this category are detailed in the full tender documents available on the Open system (https://open-uk.org).

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65
Good

Tender Quality Score

This tender for a Minor Works Framework provides a clear scope with 41 detailed lots and essential metadata, but lacks critical information such as evaluation criteria and the actual content of the tender documents, which are deferred to an external system. The absence of e-submission and sustainability considerations are notable drawbacks.

Score Breakdown

Legal Compliance80/100

The procedure type is clearly defined as 'Open procedure', and the CPV code is appropriate for construction work. There are no reported disputes or suspensions. While the structure appears compliant with standard procurement practices, the detailed legal requirements are only referenced via an external link, preventing a full assessment of their content.

Detailed legal requirements are not provided in the summary, only linked externally.
Clarity60/100

The description of the Minor Works Framework and its 41 distinct lots, including value thresholds, is very clear and well-structured. However, the AI-extracted requirements state that specific details for mandatory exclusion, eligibility, technical, and financial criteria are deferred to external documents. Crucially, evaluation criteria are not specified in the provided information, which is a significant clarity issue.

Evaluation criteria are not specified.
Detailed requirements (exclusion, eligibility, technical, financial) are not provided in the summary, only linked externally.
Completeness65/100

Basic information such as title, reference, organization, estimated value, duration, and contract start date are all present. However, the most significant gap is the absence of the actual tender document content, with the AI noting 'Documents with content/summaries: 0'. Furthermore, evaluation criteria are missing, making the provided information incomplete for a comprehensive understanding.

No actual tender document content is provided in the summary.
Evaluation criteria are missing.
Fairness60/100

The tender promotes fairness through open access to documents via a URL and a broad scope divided into 41 generic lots, which should encourage diverse participation. The estimated value is disclosed. However, the absence of specified evaluation criteria significantly impacts transparency and objectivity. Additionally, the AI flags 'No e-submission', which can create barriers and reduce equal access for all potential bidders.

Evaluation criteria are not specified, impacting transparency and objectivity.
No electronic submission option is available (as flagged by AI).
Practicality60/100

The document URL, contract start date, and duration are clearly provided, which aids practicality. However, the AI's flag of 'No e-submission' is a major practical drawback in modern procurement, potentially complicating the submission process for bidders and increasing administrative burden.

No electronic submission option is available (as flagged by AI).
Data Consistency85/100

Most key fields are populated, and dates (submission deadline, contract start, duration) are logical and consistent. Minor inconsistencies include empty fields for 'Liable Person' and procedure codes, but these do not significantly detract from overall data reliability.

Empty 'Liable Person' field.
Empty procedure codes.
Sustainability25/100

The tender information provided, including the AI's automated checks, indicates a complete lack of focus on sustainability. There are no mentions of green procurement, social aspects, or innovation criteria, resulting in a very low score for this category.

No green procurement aspects mentioned.
No social criteria included.

Strengths

Clear and detailed description of 41 work lots with value thresholds.
Estimated value, duration, and contract start date are clearly specified.
Open procedure with public access to documents via a provided URL.
Broad scope, suggesting fair competition among various contractors.
No disputes or suspensions, indicating a stable process.

Concerns

Absence of evaluation criteria in the provided information.
Lack of actual tender document content in the summary, requiring external access.
No electronic submission option (as flagged by AI).
Missing specific details on mandatory exclusion, eligibility, technical, and financial requirements in the summary.
No integration of green, social, or innovation procurement aspects.

Recommendations

1. Ensure all detailed requirements and evaluation criteria are clearly published and easily accessible within the primary tender notice or linked documents.
2. Implement an electronic submission system to enhance practicality and fairness for bidders.
3. Consider integrating sustainability criteria (environmental, social, innovation) into future tenders.

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