Award of Civil and Geotechnical Engineering Investigation and Material Testing Framework to Solmek by Durham County Council
Durham County Council · Awarded contract
AwardedAward of Civil and Geotechnical Engineering Investigation and Material Testing Framework to Solmek by Durham County Council
Awarded 17 Aug 2021
Awarded17 Aug 2021
Value£151,243.00
SupplierSolmek
AgencyDurham County Council
RegionNorth East
CategoryConstruction
Expires in 9mo5y 12mo term, 88% elapsed
Awarded 17 Aug 2021Expires 1 Aug 2027
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Durham County Council awarded a contract to Solmek for the provision of civil and geotechnical engineering investigation and material testing under a framework contract, valued at AUD 151,243.
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