Tender

Design and construction of a new metal footbridge, suitable for foot and cycle traffic

TEWKESBURY BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

18 Feb 2026 at 15:50

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Tewkesbury Borough Council is currently in the tender stage, seeking proposals for the design and construction of a new metal footbridge, which will accommodate both foot and cycle traffic. This construction project falls within the industry category of construction work and materials. Situated in Tewkesbury, United Kingdom, the procurement process involves dismantling an existing footbridge, installing a temporary bridge, and adhering to several detailed specifications including compliance with health and safety plans. The deadline for tender submissions is set for 23rd March 2026, while enquiries can be made up to 6th March 2026. This tender is conducted through an open competition method, specifically tailored to below threshold requirements, and electronic submissions are permitted.

This tender offers significant opportunities for growth for construction firms with expertise in bridge design and large-scale project management. It is particularly suitable for businesses specialising in innovative infrastructure solutions and with a focus on quality and sustainability, given the evaluation criteria that include quality, price, and social value. With a gross project value of £240,001, businesses engaged in construction materials and auxiliary products would also find this tender promising. Firms that can provide comprehensive services including structural design, materials procurement, and compliance with stringent safety standards are well-positioned to compete effectively in ensuring uninterrupted access throughout the construction phase.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Design and construction of a new metal footbridge, suitable for foot and cycle traffic

Notice Description

Tewkesbury Borough Council are inviting tenders for the design and construction of a new metal footbridge, suitable for foot and cycle traffic. The Employer requires: * Dismantling and safe off-site disposal of the existing footbridge * Design and construction of a new metal footbridge, suitable for foot and cycle traffic * Installation of a temporary bridge to maintain uninterrupted access during works * Compliance with details set out in Preliminaries, Pricing Schedule, Health & Safety Plan, Site Plan, Structural Report.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065760
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014914-2026
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
Not specified
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

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

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
23 Mar 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
TEWKESBURY BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Heather Judge
Contact Email
procurement@tewkesbury.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01684272083

Buyer Location

Locality
TEWKESBURY
Postcode
GL20 5TT
Post Town
Gloucester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK73 Gloucestershire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Tewkesbury
Electoral Ward
Tewkesbury South
Westminster Constituency
Tewkesbury

Further Information

Notice Documents

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