TOP TENDERS
Free Sample Tenders for North East Tradespeople
This page shows 12 sample opportunities in the same style as our weekly email shortlist, including the bit most people struggle with: what to say when you respond. These are examples (redacted and representative). We remove buyer names and live notice links here so nobody gets misled if a notice changes at source. Subscribers get the live links, full buyer details and the full weekly shortlist.
Why tradespeople subscribe
- Save time: stop trawling portals and get the best North East opportunities in one shortlist
- Bid smarter: each card includes must-haves plus ready-to-adapt “What to say” copy
- Win more: focus on trade-fit work you can realistically land (often under £100k)
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Edition date / send time: Fri 19 Dec 2025, 10am
At-a-glance trade mix
Electrical • Plumbing • Gas • Joinery • Roofing • Decorating • Flooring • Groundworks/Civils • Kitchens/Bathrooms • Fire safety • Grounds maintenance
This week’s shortlist (12)
1) Domestic EICR programme + remedials (occupied properties)
Trades: Electrical, testing & inspection, EICR, remedials
Buyer: Housing provider (redacted)
Where: North Tyneside (Whitley Bay / North Shields), Tyne and Wear
Value band: £30,000–£90,000
Deadline: Tue 14 Jan 2026, 12:00pm
Must-haves:
“We can deliver a tidy EICR programme across occupied homes, with a clear process for access, rebookings and resident communication. We provide fast turnaround on certificates, clear defect coding and a straightforward route from inspection to remedials, so nothing gets stuck. We’re fully set up for compliance work with proper paperwork, a sensible schedule and engineers who work respectfully in lived-in properties.”
Official notice: https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/
Submit via: https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/
Trades: Electrical, testing & inspection, EICR, remedials
Buyer: Housing provider (redacted)
Where: North Tyneside (Whitley Bay / North Shields), Tyne and Wear
Value band: £30,000–£90,000
Deadline: Tue 14 Jan 2026, 12:00pm
Must-haves:
- NICEIC/NAPIT (or equivalent) and evidence of testing capability
- Process for access, missed appointments and resident comms
- Clear reporting, certification and remedial scheduling
- Public liability / employers liability and H&S policy
“We can deliver a tidy EICR programme across occupied homes, with a clear process for access, rebookings and resident communication. We provide fast turnaround on certificates, clear defect coding and a straightforward route from inspection to remedials, so nothing gets stuck. We’re fully set up for compliance work with proper paperwork, a sensible schedule and engineers who work respectfully in lived-in properties.”
Official notice: https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/
Submit via: https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/
2) Void property refresh: patch plaster + redecorate + flooring (small lot)
Trades: Plastering, painting & decorating, flooring, small works
Buyer: Local authority (redacted)
Where: Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Value band: £15,000–£45,000
Deadline: Fri 10 Jan 2026, 10:00am
Must-haves:
“We specialise in fast, tidy void refresh work and we’re used to short turnaround times. We’ll price clearly with assumptions stated upfront, keep the programme tight and leave properties snag-free and ready for letting. We can share recent void examples, confirm availability, and provide a simple sign-off process with photos and completion notes so jobs close quickly.”
Official notice: https://www.open-uk.org/
Submit via: https://www.open-uk.org/
Trades: Plastering, painting & decorating, flooring, small works
Buyer: Local authority (redacted)
Where: Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Value band: £15,000–£45,000
Deadline: Fri 10 Jan 2026, 10:00am
Must-haves:
- Examples of void turnarounds and snag-free handovers
- Capacity to mobilise quickly and hit short programmes
- Clear scope assumptions (prep, making good, disposal)
- Basic RAMS and insurance evidence
“We specialise in fast, tidy void refresh work and we’re used to short turnaround times. We’ll price clearly with assumptions stated upfront, keep the programme tight and leave properties snag-free and ready for letting. We can share recent void examples, confirm availability, and provide a simple sign-off process with photos and completion notes so jobs close quickly.”
Official notice: https://www.open-uk.org/
Submit via: https://www.open-uk.org/
3) Reactive plumbing call-off (minor repairs + small replacements)
Trades: Plumbing, reactive maintenance, small works
Buyer: Housing provider (redacted)
Where: Sunderland, Tyne and Wear
Value band: £20,000–£80,000 per year
Deadline: Wed 15 Jan 2026, 12:00pm
Must-haves:
“We can support reactive plumbing repairs with clear response times, consistent attendance and proper communication with residents and the client team. We work to a simple schedule of rates, keep paperwork clean and update job status quickly so nothing drifts. We’re experienced in minor repairs and replacements and can share relevant references and examples.”
Official notice: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/
Submit via: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/
Trades: Plumbing, reactive maintenance, small works
Buyer: Housing provider (redacted)
Where: Sunderland, Tyne and Wear
Value band: £20,000–£80,000 per year
Deadline: Wed 15 Jan 2026, 12:00pm
Must-haves:
- Response times (emergency / urgent / routine) and booking process
- Schedule of rates and transparent materials charging
- Evidence of similar reactive maintenance delivery
- Out-of-hours cover rules (if required)
“We can support reactive plumbing repairs with clear response times, consistent attendance and proper communication with residents and the client team. We work to a simple schedule of rates, keep paperwork clean and update job status quickly so nothing drifts. We’re experienced in minor repairs and replacements and can share relevant references and examples.”
Official notice: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/
Submit via: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/
4) Roofing repairs and guttering programme (multi-site)
Trades: Roofing, guttering, external repairs
Buyer: Public body (redacted)
Where: Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
Value band: £35,000–£120,000
Deadline: Mon 13 Jan 2026, 4:00pm
Must-haves:
“We deliver roofing and guttering repairs with a survey-first approach, clear defect photos and fast attendance on urgent issues. We’ll manage access safely, keep sites tidy and provide RAMS that reflect real working at height. We can evidence similar multi-site programmes, confirm mobilisation times and keep reporting simple so approvals and ordering are quick.”
Official notice: https://procontract.due-north.com/
Submit via: https://procontract.due-north.com/
Trades: Roofing, guttering, external repairs
Buyer: Public body (redacted)
Where: Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
Value band: £35,000–£120,000
Deadline: Mon 13 Jan 2026, 4:00pm
Must-haves:
- Working at height RAMS (scaffold / MEWP as needed)
- Survey-first approach with photos and defect prioritisation
- Capacity for responsive call-outs in poor weather
- Insurance and warranty position for repairs
“We deliver roofing and guttering repairs with a survey-first approach, clear defect photos and fast attendance on urgent issues. We’ll manage access safely, keep sites tidy and provide RAMS that reflect real working at height. We can evidence similar multi-site programmes, confirm mobilisation times and keep reporting simple so approvals and ordering are quick.”
Official notice: https://procontract.due-north.com/
Submit via: https://procontract.due-north.com/
5) Fire alarm servicing + minor remedials (routine compliance)
Trades: Fire alarms, fire safety, electrical (specialist)
Buyer: Education / public estate (redacted)
Where: South Tyneside (South Shields), Tyne and Wear
Value band: £10,000–£60,000
Deadline: Thu 16 Jan 2026, 12:00pm
Must-haves:
“We can manage routine fire alarm servicing with clear visit schedules, clean reporting and a straightforward route for minor remedials so compliance doesn’t get delayed. We prioritise quick fault response and tidy paperwork, and we’ll provide evidence of competence and similar servicing experience. We’ll propose a simple pricing method for remedials that keeps approvals easy and avoids surprises.”
Official notice: https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/
Submit via: https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/
Trades: Fire alarms, fire safety, electrical (specialist)
Buyer: Education / public estate (redacted)
Where: South Tyneside (South Shields), Tyne and Wear
Value band: £10,000–£60,000
Deadline: Thu 16 Jan 2026, 12:00pm
Must-haves:
- Servicing plan, reporting template and certification method
- Call-out response method for faults
- Evidence of competence and similar estate experience
- Clear approach to minor remedials and pricing
“We can manage routine fire alarm servicing with clear visit schedules, clean reporting and a straightforward route for minor remedials so compliance doesn’t get delayed. We prioritise quick fault response and tidy paperwork, and we’ll provide evidence of competence and similar servicing experience. We’ll propose a simple pricing method for remedials that keeps approvals easy and avoids surprises.”
Official notice: https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/
Submit via: https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/
6) Joinery repairs: doors, frames and communal area works
Trades: Joinery, carpentry, property maintenance
Buyer: Housing provider (redacted)
Where: Blyth, Northumberland
Value band: £15,000–£70,000 per year
Deadline: Fri 17 Jan 2026, 10:00am
Must-haves:
“We deliver joinery repairs and replacements with a focus on quality finish, tidy working and clear sign-off. We’re comfortable working in occupied blocks and communal areas and we keep disruption minimal. We’ll price clearly, confirm lead times on doors and ironmongery, and provide a simple reporting approach with photos and completion notes so jobs can be closed quickly.”
Official notice: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/
Submit via: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/
Trades: Joinery, carpentry, property maintenance
Buyer: Housing provider (redacted)
Where: Blyth, Northumberland
Value band: £15,000–£70,000 per year
Deadline: Fri 17 Jan 2026, 10:00am
Must-haves:
- Examples of similar repairs/replacements with clean finish
- Working in occupied buildings and tidy site behaviour
- Materials/spec compliance and lead time awareness
- Simple job reporting and sign-off process
“We deliver joinery repairs and replacements with a focus on quality finish, tidy working and clear sign-off. We’re comfortable working in occupied blocks and communal areas and we keep disruption minimal. We’ll price clearly, confirm lead times on doors and ironmongery, and provide a simple reporting approach with photos and completion notes so jobs can be closed quickly.”
Official notice: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/
Submit via: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/
7) Grounds maintenance route (seasonal programme)
Trades: Grounds maintenance, landscaping, external upkeep
Buyer: Public estate (redacted)
Where: Morpeth, Northumberland
Value band: £12,000–£55,000 per year
Deadline: Tue 21 Jan 2026, 12:00pm
Must-haves:
“We can deliver a reliable grounds maintenance programme with consistent visits, tidy presentation and simple reporting so you always know what’s been done and when. We’ll propose a route plan, frequency schedule and a practical approach to seasonal peaks. We keep things straightforward: clear scope, sensible pricing and quick communication if access or site conditions change.”
Official notice: https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/
Submit via: https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/
Trades: Grounds maintenance, landscaping, external upkeep
Buyer: Public estate (redacted)
Where: Morpeth, Northumberland
Value band: £12,000–£55,000 per year
Deadline: Tue 21 Jan 2026, 12:00pm
Must-haves:
- Route planning and reliable visit frequency
- Waste removal approach and basic reporting
- Public liability insurance and basic RAMS
- Contingency for weather-driven peaks
“We can deliver a reliable grounds maintenance programme with consistent visits, tidy presentation and simple reporting so you always know what’s been done and when. We’ll propose a route plan, frequency schedule and a practical approach to seasonal peaks. We keep things straightforward: clear scope, sensible pricing and quick communication if access or site conditions change.”
Official notice: https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/
Submit via: https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/
8) Minor civils: kerbing, paving repairs and drainage patches
Trades: Groundworks, paving, drainage, civils repairs
Buyer: Local authority (redacted)
Where: Hexham, Northumberland
Value band: £20,000–£95,000
Deadline: Wed 22 Jan 2026, 10:00am
Must-haves:
“We’re experienced in minor civils repairs including kerbing, paving patches and small drainage works, delivered safely in public environments. We’ll provide practical RAMS with traffic and pedestrian management, and we can mobilise quickly for smaller jobs that need turning around. We’ll price transparently, keep communication tight and provide photo evidence and completion notes so approvals and sign-off are quick.”
Official notice: https://procontract.due-north.com/
Submit via: https://procontract.due-north.com/
Trades: Groundworks, paving, drainage, civils repairs
Buyer: Local authority (redacted)
Where: Hexham, Northumberland
Value band: £20,000–£95,000
Deadline: Wed 22 Jan 2026, 10:00am
Must-haves:
- RAMS including traffic/pedestrian management
- Evidence of similar repairs in public areas
- Capacity for short-notice small jobs
- Clear pricing approach (rates or measured works)
“We’re experienced in minor civils repairs including kerbing, paving patches and small drainage works, delivered safely in public environments. We’ll provide practical RAMS with traffic and pedestrian management, and we can mobilise quickly for smaller jobs that need turning around. We’ll price transparently, keep communication tight and provide photo evidence and completion notes so approvals and sign-off are quick.”
Official notice: https://procontract.due-north.com/
Submit via: https://procontract.due-north.com/
9) Kitchen & bathroom renewals (local lot)
Trades: Kitchens, bathrooms, multi-trade, plumbing, electrical, joinery
Buyer: Housing provider (redacted)
Where: Durham, County Durham
Value band: £60,000–£120,000 (over £100k)
Deadline: Mon 27 Jan 2026, 12:00pm
Must-haves:
“We can deliver kitchen and bathroom renewals with a structured programme and a resident-first approach, keeping disruption low and communication clear. We manage multi-trade sequencing properly so installs stay on time and snagging is minimal. We’ll confirm lead times, propose a practical schedule, and provide a clear quality control and sign-off process with photos and handover notes so completions are consistent across the programme.”
Official notice: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/
Submit via: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/
Trades: Kitchens, bathrooms, multi-trade, plumbing, electrical, joinery
Buyer: Housing provider (redacted)
Where: Durham, County Durham
Value band: £60,000–£120,000 (over £100k)
Deadline: Mon 27 Jan 2026, 12:00pm
Must-haves:
- Customer-facing approach for occupied homes and tenant liaison
- Programme plan and supply chain (units, tiles, flooring, skips)
- Quality control and snagging process
- Clear approach to variations and making good
“We can deliver kitchen and bathroom renewals with a structured programme and a resident-first approach, keeping disruption low and communication clear. We manage multi-trade sequencing properly so installs stay on time and snagging is minimal. We’ll confirm lead times, propose a practical schedule, and provide a clear quality control and sign-off process with photos and handover notes so completions are consistent across the programme.”
Official notice: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/
Submit via: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/
10) Boiler servicing and minor heating repairs (planned + reactive)
Trades: Gas, heating, servicing, repairs
Buyer: Public body / housing (redacted)
Where: Peterlee, County Durham
Value band: £25,000–£90,000 per year
Deadline: Thu 23 Jan 2026, 12:00pm
Must-haves:
“We provide reliable gas servicing and minor heating repairs with clean paperwork and a simple process for bookings, access and follow-on works. We’ll meet compliance requirements, keep certificates tidy and respond quickly to breakdowns when needed. We can evidence similar annual servicing programmes, confirm Gas Safe registration, and propose a clear pricing structure that keeps approvals straightforward and avoids surprises.”
Official notice: https://www.open-uk.org/
Submit via: https://www.open-uk.org/
Trades: Gas, heating, servicing, repairs
Buyer: Public body / housing (redacted)
Where: Peterlee, County Durham
Value band: £25,000–£90,000 per year
Deadline: Thu 23 Jan 2026, 12:00pm
Must-haves:
- Gas Safe registration and evidence of similar contracts
- Process for appointments, missed access and reporting
- Pricing schedule (servicing + call-outs + common parts)
- Out-of-hours policy if required
“We provide reliable gas servicing and minor heating repairs with clean paperwork and a simple process for bookings, access and follow-on works. We’ll meet compliance requirements, keep certificates tidy and respond quickly to breakdowns when needed. We can evidence similar annual servicing programmes, confirm Gas Safe registration, and propose a clear pricing structure that keeps approvals straightforward and avoids surprises.”
Official notice: https://www.open-uk.org/
Submit via: https://www.open-uk.org/
11) Electrical small works: lighting, containment, minor upgrades (public buildings)
Trades: Electrical, small works, lighting, upgrades
Buyer: Public estate (redacted)
Where: Bishop Auckland, County Durham
Value band: £18,000–£75,000
Deadline: Tue 28 Jan 2026, 10:00am
Must-haves:
“We can deliver electrical small works in public buildings with a safe, tidy approach and clear communication from survey to completion. We’ll provide practical RAMS for live environments, keep disruption minimal, and produce quick, clear quotes so decisions are fast. We can share similar small works examples, confirm competence and supervision, and give a straightforward method for variations and making good so nothing becomes a dispute later.”
Official notice: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/
Submit via: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/
Trades: Electrical, small works, lighting, upgrades
Buyer: Public estate (redacted)
Where: Bishop Auckland, County Durham
Value band: £18,000–£75,000
Deadline: Tue 28 Jan 2026, 10:00am
Must-haves:
- Competence evidence and supervision arrangements
- RAMS and live-site working plan
- Clear approach to variations and making good
- Ability to quote quickly for call-off tasks
“We can deliver electrical small works in public buildings with a safe, tidy approach and clear communication from survey to completion. We’ll provide practical RAMS for live environments, keep disruption minimal, and produce quick, clear quotes so decisions are fast. We can share similar small works examples, confirm competence and supervision, and give a straightforward method for variations and making good so nothing becomes a dispute later.”
Official notice: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/
Submit via: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/
12) Internal doors replacement package (small programme)
Trades: Joinery, carpentry, doors, ironmongery
Buyer: Public body / housing (redacted)
Where: Darlington, Tees Valley
Value band: £25,000–£95,000
Deadline: Fri 31 Jan 2026, 12:00pm
Must-haves:
“We can manage a doors replacement programme with a strong focus on quality finish and straightforward resident scheduling. We’ll confirm materials and ironmongery requirements early, manage lead times properly and keep the install process tidy and efficient. We can evidence similar programmes, provide a simple snagging and sign-off process, and keep reporting clear with photos and completion notes so the client can close units quickly.”
Official notice: https://app.panacea-software.com/
Submit via: https://app.panacea-software.com/
Trades: Joinery, carpentry, doors, ironmongery
Buyer: Public body / housing (redacted)
Where: Darlington, Tees Valley
Value band: £25,000–£95,000
Deadline: Fri 31 Jan 2026, 12:00pm
Must-haves:
- Evidence of compliant installation and tidy finishing
- Plan for resident access, appointments and protection
- Materials/spec compliance and lead time management
- Snagging and sign-off process
“We can manage a doors replacement programme with a strong focus on quality finish and straightforward resident scheduling. We’ll confirm materials and ironmongery requirements early, manage lead times properly and keep the install process tidy and efficient. We can evidence similar programmes, provide a simple snagging and sign-off process, and keep reporting clear with photos and completion notes so the client can close units quickly.”
Official notice: https://app.panacea-software.com/
Submit via: https://app.panacea-software.com/
Heads-ups
Heads-ups: DPS/framework join windows worth doing once so you don’t miss quick RFQs and call-offs. We’ll keep monitoring these join windows and we’ll keep surfacing the best live opportunities each week. This section is just the ‘get yourself eligible’ bit so you don’t get locked out later.
Heads-up 1) Property maintenance DPS / framework join window (general trades)
Trades: Multi-trade maintenance, building, joinery, plumbing, electrical, roofing
Buyer: Public estate / housing (redacted)
Join deadline: Rolling
Must-haves:
Official notice: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/
Submit via: https://www.open-uk.org/
Trades: Multi-trade maintenance, building, joinery, plumbing, electrical, roofing
Buyer: Public estate / housing (redacted)
Join deadline: Rolling
Must-haves:
- Insurance docs ready (EL/PL) and company details
- 2–3 short case studies (before/after photos help)
- Basic H&S policy and example RAMS
- Rate card / day rates ready
Official notice: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/
Submit via: https://www.open-uk.org/
Heads-up 2) Minor civils / highways services framework join window
Trades: Groundworks, civils, drainage, kerbing, surfacing support, traffic management (if applicable)
Buyer: Local authority group (redacted)
Join deadline: Rolling / periodic refresh (check portal)
Must-haves:
Official notice: https://procontract.due-north.com/
Submit via: https://procontract.due-north.com/
Trades: Groundworks, civils, drainage, kerbing, surfacing support, traffic management (if applicable)
Buyer: Local authority group (redacted)
Join deadline: Rolling / periodic refresh (check portal)
Must-haves:
- RAMS templates including public interface controls
- Plant & labour capability statement (1 page is fine)
- Insurance details and response times
- Simple rate card for common tasks
Official notice: https://procontract.due-north.com/
Submit via: https://procontract.due-north.com/
FAQs
What areas do you cover?
North East England only:Tyne and Wear: Newcastle, Sunderland, Gateshead, North Tyneside, South Tyneside
Northumberland: Alnwick, Hexham, Berwick, Blyth, Morpeth
County Durham: Durham, Peterlee, Bishop Auckland, Consett, Seaham
Tees Valley: Middlesbrough, Stockton, Redcar and Cleveland, Hartlepool, Darlington
What kinds of work do you include?
Planned and reactive maintenance, compliance programmes, void turnarounds and small works packages that suit trade businesses and local contractors.What does “What to say” mean?
It’s ready-to-adapt, plain-English copy you can use in your tender response intro or clarification email. It helps you move fast and sound credible without waffling.Is this suitable for sole traders and small firms?
Yes. Top Tenders is built for SMEs and local contractors. We prioritise trade-fit opportunities and make requirements clear so you can qualify quickly and focus your time where you’ve got a genuine chance.How quickly can I win work from this?
It varies by buyer and contract type. Some call-offs and small packages move fast, others take longer. The main win is you spend less time searching and more time bidding the right opportunities properly.Top Tenders sends the best North East trades leads and opportunities straight to your inbox!
