Tender

Invitation to quote for Repairs to Dry Stone Bridge

STAFFORDSHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST LIMITED

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Tender

25 May 2025 at 12:29

Summary of the contracting process

The Staffordshire Wildlife Trust Limited is conducting a tender process seeking contractors for the repairs of an 18th-century dry stone bridge. The procurement is categorised under the industry of bridge construction and stonework, with particular focus on historical or architectural interest. Located in Staffordshire, the project requires completion between 1st July and 1st October 2025. The current procurement stage is a tender, with an invitation for competitive quotations. Potential contractors have until 20th June 2025 to submit their quotes. The project's value is estimated at £20,000, indicating that it falls under a limited procurement method for competitive quotation below the threshold.

This tender offers substantial business opportunities, especially for SMEs and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) with the expertise in stonework and historical renovations. Companies specialising in dry stone construction have the chance to showcase their craftsmanship and gain recognition in a niche market. Participation in this tender could enhance business growth by aligning with conservation organisations and expanding portfolios to include notable historical projects. Business entities with experience in specialised construction trades are well-suited to compete, promising both financial benefit and professional prestige upon successful tendering.

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Notice Title

Invitation to quote for Repairs to Dry Stone Bridge

Notice Description

We are looking for a contractor experienced in stonework repairs with particular experience in historic features and dry stone construction and repair to carry out repairs to an 18thC dry stone bridge. Some of the stones have moved over time and need re-setting.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4708ef9a-6242-4797-afde-69e67d4fbb71
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68f85c44-7808-4a2c-8d4c-b3adc85ff0c1
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

44212100 - Bridge

45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest

45221100 - Construction work for bridges

45221110 - Bridge construction work

45262510 - Stonework

45262511 - Stone carving

45262512 - Dressed stonework

45262600 - Miscellaneous special-trade construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 1 Oct 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STAFFORDSHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STAFFORD
Postcode
ST17 0WT
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Stafford
Electoral Ward
Haywood & Hixon
Westminster Constituency
Stone, Great Wyrley and Penkridge

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