Haigh Woodland Park - Civils Works and creation of a new Woodland Hub Visitor Facility

WIGAN COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, organised by Wigan Council, seeks a contractor for the "Haigh Woodland Park - Civils Works and creation of a new Woodland Hub Visitor Facility" project. As part of the restoration undertaking funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, this initiative involves construction work at Haigh Woodland Park in the UKD3 region of the United Kingdom. The procurement is in the tender stage, with submissions required through the open competition method detailed on The Chest procurement portal. Key dates include the enquiry period ending on 11th July 2025, and the tender period concluding on 18th July 2025. The contract period will span from 6th October 2025 to 22nd May 2026. The project, valued at £600,000, targets the construction sector under the main category of works.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for growth within the construction industry, especially for SMEs that specialise in civics works and construction related to visitor facilities and recreational sites. The project offers a platform for businesses to showcase their expertise in quality and social value, with award criteria based 60% on price and 40% on quality and social value. Companies with experience in designing and delivering projects within heritage or parkland contexts will find this tender particularly advantageous. Moreover, the project's emphasis on outdoor adventure facilities and repairs to the footpath network can attract businesses focusing on enhancing public recreational sectors.

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Haigh Woodland Park - Civils Works and creation of a new Woodland Hub Visitor Facility

WIGAN COUNCIL

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

9th June 2025 07:59:55 AM

Tender Deadline

18th July 2025 16:00:00 PM 33 days remaining
Contract Summary

Wigan Council has been successful with a Round 2 National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF) grant application for the restoration of Haigh Woodland Park. The Council is seeking to commission an appropriate contractor to undertake a works package as part of the restoration project, namely the creation of a 'Woodland Hub' to provide a focus for visitor experience and outdoor adventure activities in the historic Plantation Woodlands, alongside repairs to the existing footpath network. This will include the creation of a new seasonal Woodland Hub kiosk, toilets and outdoor adventure play area. The programme of works targets the delivery of the specified works between October 2025 and May 2026. Wigan Council have appointed a design team which will be assisting the Authority to carry out the procurement and management of the contract. Details of the design team is available in the Invitation to Tender documentation.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-0544e9

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Below Threshold - Open Competition

Procurement Category

Works

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

CPV Division(s)
Awarding Authority

WIGAN COUNCIL

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

H.Coombs@wigan.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

Wigan Town Hall, Library Street

Wigan

WN1 1YN

United Kingdom

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Haigh Woodland Park - Civils Works and creation of a new Woodland Hub Visitor Facility

WIGAN COUNCIL

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