Tender

SO1215 Sirhowy Country Park Footbridge Refurbishment

CAERPHILLY COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

07 Jan 2026 at 14:02

Summary of the contracting process

Caerphilly County Borough Council is seeking procurement for the "SO1215 Sirhowy Country Park Footbridge Refurbishment" project, which involves the replacement of an existing timber deck and parapet with a composite equivalent on a timber footbridge. The project falls under the construction industry category, specifically focusing on bridges, and is situated in Hengoed, United Kingdom (region UKL16). The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with potential suppliers invited to submit their proposals by 6th February 2026. The open procurement method employed is below the threshold, emphasizing an open competition suitable for various enterprises to participate. Queries can be made via the Proactis portal's messaging system until 3rd February 2026.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) involved in construction and infrastructure projects. With a project value of £48,000, businesses with experience in bridge refurbishment and construction can leverage their expertise to compete successfully. The evaluation criteria include both price and quality, focusing on health and safety and previous experience, ensuring opportunities for businesses with strong past performance records. Engaging in this tender could expand a company’s portfolio and establish relationships within local government contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SO1215 Sirhowy Country Park Footbridge Refurbishment

Notice Description

The work will involve removal of an existing timber deck and parapet, and replacement with composite deck and parapet of an existing timber footbridge.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06010b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001092-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
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

44212120 - Structures of bridges

45221000 - Construction work for bridges and tunnels, shafts and subways

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jan 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
23 Mar 2026 - 17 Apr 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CAERPHILLY COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
deerj1@caerphilly.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HENGOED
Postcode
CF82 7PG
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL53 Gwent Valleys
Delivery Location
TLL16 Gwent Valleys

Local Authority
Caerphilly
Electoral Ward
Ystrad Mynach
Westminster Constituency
Caerphilly

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