Tender

Pump Track and Footpath Construction

WELLINGTON TOWN COUNCIL

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13 Jan 2026 at 17:04

Tender

13 Jan 2026 at 11:46

Summary of the contracting process

Wellington Town Council invites tenders for the design and construction of a Pump Track and Footpath at The Recreation Ground in Wellington, Somerset. This open competition is classified under construction works and ancillary services and falls below the threshold for more regulated procurement processes. Tenders must be submitted electronically to tenders@wellingtontowncouncil.co.uk using the specified submission document. The enquiry period closes on 20th February 2026, with the tender period ending on 27th February 2026. The project will commence on 18th May 2026 and complete by 17th July 2026, ensuring timely delivery of this active infrastructure enhancement under the UKPGA 2023/54 legal basis.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for construction firms skilled in varied terrain developments. With a project value reaching a gross amount of £210,000, it suits companies adept in creating inclusive and adaptive installations, such as mountain bike tracks and accessible paths. The procurement process offers a particularly advantageous opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and VCSEs, due to its open format and reserved participation conditions. Firms with a demonstrated history in similar projects will likely find this tender an excellent opportunity for growth and establishment in the community infrastructure domain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Pump Track and Footpath Construction

Notice Description

Wellington Town Council (WTC), located within Somerset, is seeking to appoint a contractor to manage the design and the construction of a full size Pump Track at The Recreation Ground, Courtland Road, Wellington, TA21 8ND The track needs to be designed and built to accommodate mountain bikes, BMX bikes, skateboards, micro scooters, roller skates & inline skates. At least one of the options should also have a section that is accessible for sport wheelchairs. See Documents for full specification.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060479
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002863-2026
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

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45000000 - Construction work

51000000 - Installation services (except software)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£175,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£175,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jan 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
27 Feb 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 May 2026 - 17 Jul 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
WELLINGTON TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Helen Acreman
Contact Email
info@wellingtontowncouncil.co.uk
Contact Phone
01823 662855

Buyer Location

Locality
WELLINGTON
Postcode
TA21 8AQ
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Wellington
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

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