Award

Replacement Footbridge and Paths Upgrade

ST ALBANS CITY & DISTRICT

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Award

12 Jun 2025 at 11:40

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Replacement Footbridge and Paths Upgrade" project was conducted by the St Albans City & District Council. This construction-focused tender falls under the CPV codes for Construction structures and materials, with elements of architectural and engineering services, and took place in the South East region of the United Kingdom. Initiated as an open procedure below threshold, the tender reached its award stage on 11th October 2024. The awarded contract with a value of £165,670.15 is set to be implemented between 28th March 2025 and 31st July 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in construction and engineering. The requirement for upgrading infrastructure such as footbridges and pathways suggests potential growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with relevant expertise. The project not only aligns with public sector needs but also extends a chance for businesses to establish themselves within the public procurement arena by providing comprehensive construction solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Replacement Footbridge and Paths Upgrade

Notice Description

The Council is looking for a suitably qualified contractor to replace an existing footbridge that is currently at the end of its life, being undermined by the river and not accessible for all residents. Works will also include tree work, in river structures, restoration of an existing path.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ea01dba-f008-4a57-bac7-7d290ce74743
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45000000 - Construction work

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£165,670 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£165,670 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
28 Mar 2025 - 31 Jul 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ST ALBANS CITY & DISTRICT
Contact Name
Nicholas Baxter
Contact Email
procurement@stalbans.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01727819306

Buyer Location

Locality
ST ALBANS
Postcode
AL1 3JE
Post Town
St Albans
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH27 South West Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
St Albans
Electoral Ward
St Peters
Westminster Constituency
St Albans

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CLEARWAY GRITTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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