UK Public Sector Contracts & Tenders

Northumbria Police are looking to procure a new contract for vehicle recovery and disposal services. To support with the development of the tender documents and ascertain the interest and capability of the market, pre-market engagement is being conducted. Further information regarding the upcoming tender can be found in the request for information document titled Vehicle Recovery Services - RFI. Please contact james.thornton@northumbria.police.uk for a copy of the RFI and ensure a completed version is returned to the same email address before the deadline of 12 noon 03/07/2026.

The works will be conducted at the old Dog and Cat Shelter on Claremont Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne. There is a significant slope/change of height on the site which varies by approximately 3 metres and the project looks to level. The site currently houses the old buildings within which there are some signs of asbestos present. There are coal seams beneath the site with a potential for below ground grouting to be conducted. The scope of works for this project includes, but is not limited to the following: • Demolition of existing dog kennel buildings, • Levelling of site, • New build of two kennel blocks, • 1 single storey kennel block and 1 two-storey block housing administration/supporting facilities on the first floor, • Landscaping works; and • Large area fenced and landscaped to provide exercise area for dogs on Hunters Moor.

Northumbria Police are looking to procure a live 24/7 service for sign language interpretation to be able to provide appropriate support to deaf members of the community when required.