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Bideford Quay Fountain Project

TORRIDGE DISTRICT COUNCIL

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14 Nov 2025 at 13:42

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Bideford Quay Fountain Project has been completed, with Torridge District Council as the buying organisation overseeing the commissioning, project management, and delivery of the new fountain in North Devon. The contract was awarded to Northwave Engineering Ltd, a small-sized enterprise located in Devon, on 14th November 2025. The procurement method used was limited competition, as the project fell below the threshold for broader competitive tendering. The contract is active from 17th November 2025 and is scheduled to end on 27th February 2026. This project is categorised under construction work, and the legal basis for the tender was established under the 2023/54 scheme.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses operating in the construction industry, particularly those specialising in infrastructure and community-focused projects. Northwave Engineering Ltd's successful acquisition of the contract demonstrates that small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the region can capitalise on such opportunities through efficient project delivery and management. Businesses with expertise in urban beautification and community projects can find similar tenders promising avenues for growth, particularly as sub-central government authorities like Torridge District Council continue to invest in local development works. Engaging in such projects can enhance a company's portfolio and visibility, contributing to sustainable business expansion within relevant sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Bideford Quay Fountain Project

Notice Description

Torridge District Council wishes to commission the reinstatement of the fountain on Bideford Quay in North Devon. The project comprises the of commissioning, project management and delivery of the fountains.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e183
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073999-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£62,494 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
17 Nov 2025 - 27 Feb 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TORRIDGE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tenders@torridge.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIDEFORD
Postcode
EX39 2QG
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Torridge
Electoral Ward
Bideford North
Westminster Constituency
Torridge and Tavistock

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NORTHWAVE ENGINEERING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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