Tender

Fremington Quay Sheet Pile Wall

NORTH DEVON DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Tender

09 Feb 2026 at 10:06

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by North Devon District Council, seeks bids for the "Fremington Quay Sheet Pile Wall" project. The project involves removing an existing reinforced concrete retaining wall, a failing stone masonry wall, and constructing a 53-metre sheet pile wall at Fremington Quay, Barnstaple in the UKK43 region. This open competition, classified under construction work (CPV: 45000000), is essential for maintaining the quay's structural integrity, with key deadlines including the end of the enquiry period on 9th March 2026 and the tender submission deadline on 16th March 2026. The contract, valued at £193,000 with a gross value of £231,600, will be awarded based on criteria prioritizing quality (60%) and price (40%).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the construction sector, especially those specialising in reinforced concrete and masonry works, to demonstrate their expertise and expand their portfolio. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, provided they meet the legal, financial, and technical capacity requirements set forth by the council. The use of the Supplying the Southwest Procurement Portal facilitates a straightforward electronic submission process, helping businesses streamline their application. With a contract period extending from April to June 2026, successful bidders can establish or strengthen relationships with public sector clients in the South West of England, fostering long-term growth and collaborations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Fremington Quay Sheet Pile Wall

Notice Description

Removal of existing Reinforced Concrete retaining wall and adjacent failing stone masonry wall and the construction of approximately 53m sheet pile wall on the northern end section at Fremington Quay.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064ad5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011253-2026
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

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£193,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£193,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Feb 2026Today
Submission Deadline
16 Mar 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 1 Jun 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
NORTH DEVON DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
supplyingndc@northdevon.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1271388285

Buyer Location

Locality
BARNSTAPLE
Postcode
EX31 3NP
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
TLK43 Devon CC

Local Authority
North Devon
Electoral Ward
Bickington
Westminster Constituency
North Devon

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