Tender

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

BUCKINGHAM TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

09 Jan 2026 at 12:22

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Buckingham Town Council is seeking competent contractors for the rehabilitation of eroded banks at Bourton Park, Buckingham, with the tender titled "Reinstatement of Eroded Banks - Bourton Park, Buckingham, MK18 7AB." The procurement falls under the 'Riverbank protection works' category within the construction industry and is located in the South East of England (UKJ region). This tender is currently in the active stage of the procurement process and follows an open competition method, below the threshold. Key dates include the enquiry period closing on 23rd January 2026 and the submission deadline set for 6th February 2026 at 13:00 GMT. The project is scheduled to commence on 1st June 2026 and conclude by 1st September 2026.

This tender offers opportunities for businesses experienced in environmental restoration, particularly riverbank protection, to contribute to sustainable local projects. Given its focus on quality, sustainability, and whole-life value, businesses specialising in ecological and environmental engineering will find it well-suited to their expertise. With a delivery value of £42,000 gross, this project invites tenders from SMEs and encourages innovative solutions that comply with specified environmental and social values. Successful bidders need to demonstrate competency and provide two references from the past three years, making this an excellent opportunity for established contractors aiming to expand their public sector portfolio.

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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/001820-2026
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
9 Jan 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 20264 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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