Tender

Cambridge City Council - Construction of Concrete Pads

CAMBRIDGE CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

11 Oct 2024 at 10:05

Tender Notice
Tender

11 Oct 2024 at 10:01

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Cambridge City Council has initiated a public tender for the construction of concrete pad bases at various locations in Cambridge to support bike stores. This procurement falls under the "Various surface works" industry category. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage and runs on an open procedure (below threshold), inviting suppliers to submit their bids by the deadline of 25th October 2024 at 12:00 PM. Key dates include the contract start date of 18th November 2024 and an end date of 24th December 2024. The total contract value is estimated at GBP 30,000.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in concrete and construction works, particularly SMEs, which are encouraged to apply. The contract involves tasks such as excavation, provision of formwork, and laying of reinforced concrete, requiring expertise in ensuring structural integrity and proper curing practices. Companies with a proven track record in such construction projects will find this tender a fitting opportunity to showcase their capabilities and expand their portfolio by collaborating with the Cambridge City Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cambridge City Council - Construction of Concrete Pads

Notice Description

Cambridge City Council is seeking suppliers to construct concrete pad bases at various locations in Cambridge. These bases will support bike stores and ensure proper drainage, durability, and structural integrity. The specific work includes: - Excavate and remove plants/vegetation and ground to a minimum of 175mm below surrounding paths. Remove evacuated material from site. - If close to a building excavate so finished level is a minimum of 150mm below Damp Proof Course (DPC)of adjoining building and so that DPC remains unaffected. - Compact base and lay a 75mm layer of type 1 aggregate tamp firmly down. - Provide formwork to cast base to and fibre board to existing surrounding structures to form an expansion gap left in situ after laying the path. - Site mixed concrete mix 1:2:4 minimum strength 25N/mm2 tamped and with edging trowel to a neat finish with a brush finish to ensure that surface is rough and non-slip. Concrete pad's minimum depth of 100mm. The concrete pads shall be constructed to the specified dimensions and be flush with the surrounding ground. Grade 25 concrete with reinforcement (mesh) must be used to ensure structural integrity, and proper curing practices must be followed to maintain the strength and durability of the concrete.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e5696104-bde4-4700-af4b-b20a2adae473
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/58bcfcbc-6ca2-407c-8cf6-d489b2121bf3
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45233200 - Various surface works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Nov 2024 - 24 Dec 2024 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CAMBRIDGE CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Jonathan Loneza
Contact Email
jonathan.loneza@cambridge.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1223457107

Buyer Location

Locality
CAMBRIDGE
Postcode
CB2 3QJ
Post Town
Cambridge
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Cambridge
Electoral Ward
Market
Westminster Constituency
Cambridge

Further Information

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