NCC1593 Former Hexham Fire Station Demolition
Northumberland County CouncilEstimated Value
£51,250 – £0
Deadline
2 March 2026
Published
10 June 2026
Type
works
Overview
Demolition of Former Hexham Fire Station
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This contract is for the complete demolition of a former fire station building in Hexham. The work involves safely taking down the structure and clearing the site, likely as part of a council property disposal or redevelopment plan.
Requirements
- No specific requirements listed in the notice — check the full tender documents.
- Look for: asbestos survey and removal certification (standard for older buildings)
- Environmental permits and waste disposal licenses
- Health and Safety compliance (demolition is high-risk)
- Insurance and bonding requirements
- Local council approval and site access agreements
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Conduct asbestos survey and remove any asbestos materials safely
- Demolish the former fire station building completely
- Remove all debris and rubble from the site
- Dispose of waste materials at licensed facilities (sorting recyclables, hazardous waste, general waste)
- Make the site safe and level for future use
- Environmental remediation if required (e.g., contaminated land assessment)
How to Read This Tender
- 1Demolition contracts are highly regulated — the full tender documents will specify environmental surveys, permits, and asbestos protocols you must follow. Read these carefully as non-compliance can result in fines.
- 2Check whether the council wants you to recycle/recover materials (e.g., sell salvageable items) or just clear everything — this affects your profit and timeline.
- 3Look for 'site conditions' section — older fire stations may have underground tanks, hazardous materials, or structural surprises. Budget for contingencies.
- 4Identify whether you need to obtain licenses yourself or if the council provides them. This affects your bid costs and timeline.
- 5Watch for 'retention' clauses — councils often hold back 5-10% of final payment for 12 months after completion to cover any issues.
Tips for Small Businesses
- Demolition is capital-intensive (machinery, licenses, disposal costs). If you don't have equipment or specialists, consider subcontracting to a demolition firm or partnering with one — councils accept consortiums. You could handle site management or waste logistics instead.
- Asbestos removal is a specialist job requiring licensed contractors. Don't bid if you can't certify this work — subcontract it but build the cost and timeline into your quote.
- Small demolition firms often win by being local, having faster turnaround, and lower overheads than large national contractors. Highlight local employment and community benefit in your bid (councils score 'social value' highly).
Award Details
A Buckler Haulage Limited
£51,250
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Northumberland County CouncilKey Dates
Published
10 June 2026
Submission deadline
2 March 2026
Renewal expected40% confident
October 2026
Predicted using median duration of UK contracts in the same CPV division (4 months from contract start date → renewal expected by Oct 2026).
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