Tender

Reinstatement of Eroded Banks - Bourton Park, Buckingham, MK18 7AB

BUCKINGHAM TOWN COUNCIL

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TenderUpdate

16 Jan 2026 at 10:13

Tender

09 Jan 2026 at 12:22

Summary of the contracting process

Buckingham Town Council is seeking bids for a project titled "Reinstatement of Eroded Banks - Bourton Park, Buckingham, MK18 7AB" under the public authority - sub-central government category. This procurement falls within the industry category of riverbank protection works with an open competition procurement method. Located in Buckingham, United Kingdom, the project involves stabilisation measures for eroded riverbanks to prevent further damage and limit crayfish activity. The tender process is currently active, with the closing date for submissions set for 6th February 2026 at 13:00, and the enquiry period ending on 23rd January 2026.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for businesses specialising in ecological preservation and construction works, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The project, valued at £35,000 with a gross amount of £42,000, offers a chance to showcase expertise in sustainable construction and environmental management. Successful bidders are expected to provide comprehensive solutions that address environmental sustainability, quality, and risk management. Interested contractors must submit tenders via email, adhering to strict submission guidelines, and will be evaluated on their capacity for innovation, prior performance, and the social value of their proposals.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Reinstatement of Eroded Banks - Bourton Park, Buckingham, MK18 7AB

Notice Description

Buckingham Town Council (BTC) invites tenders from competent and experienced contractors for the reinstatement of eroded riverbanks adjacent to the outflow near the existing penstock within Bourton Park. The works include installation of new bank stabilisation measures to prevent further erosion and to limit burrowing crayfish activity, using methods that support natural vegetation establishment. The works will not take place within the main river channel but within the stream outflow system connected to the River Great Ouse.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0602b4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003754-2026
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45246200 - Riverbank protection works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£35,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£35,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jan 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 1 Sep 2026 1-6 months
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
BUCKINGHAM TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Lee Phillips
Contact Email
estates@buckingham-tc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01280816426

Buyer Location

Locality
BUCKINGHAM
Postcode
MK18 1JP
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ13 Buckinghamshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Buckinghamshire
Electoral Ward
Buckingham East
Westminster Constituency
Buckingham and Bletchley

Further Information

Notice Documents

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