Tender

Ashfield District Council - Towns Fund - Walking & Cycling

ASHFIELD DISTRICT COUNCIL

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03 Mar 2026 at 16:34

Tender

24 Feb 2026 at 08:20

Summary of the contracting process

Ashfield District Council is currently coordinating a procurement process for the Towns Fund Walking & Cycling Enhancement Project, involving construction works in Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom. The project seeks to enhance existing Public Rights of Way to improve cycling and walking facilities, including resurfacing, earthworks, and drainage improvements. This tender, classified under the construction work industry category, is being managed by Nottinghamshire County Council, and is an active tender in the 'tenderUpdate' stage, with submissions closing on 3rd April 2026 at 12:00 PM. Interested parties are urged to submit enquiries by 16th March 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for construction businesses, particularly those specialising in infrastructure development and enhancement projects. Given its focus on quality assessment, carbon reduction, and social value, the project is well-suited for SMEs and VCSEs looking to strengthen their footprint in sustainable and community-focused developments. With an overall project value of £1,320,000, including £1,100,000 aimed at enhancement works, businesses capable of delivering high-standard cycling and walking amenities through innovative techniques are encouraged to participate in this open competition. The procurement method is open and will provide a competitive landscape for firms seeking to expand their services in the East Midlands region.

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Notice Title

Ashfield District Council - Towns Fund - Walking & Cycling

Notice Description

Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking tenders, on behalf of Ashfield District Council (the 'Council') (ADC), The Towns Fund Walking & Cycling Enhancement Project is one of Ashfield District Council's Towns Funded projects. The project aims to create safe/desirable signed routes through the enhancement of existing route. The works will consist of enhancements to the existing Public Rights of Way (PROW) to provide enhanced cycling and walking facilities. This will include removal of existing surfacing, earthworks, drainage improvements, resurfacing and implementation of signage and vegetation improvement across Route 4a, 4c and 4d

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065aa2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019183-2026
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,100,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,100,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
3 Apr 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 May 2026 - 17 Nov 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASHFIELD DISTRICT COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KIRKBY IN ASHFIELD
Postcode
NG17 8DA
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF16 South Nottinghamshire
Delivery Location
TLF15 North Nottinghamshire

Local Authority
Rushcliffe
Electoral Ward
Trent Bridge
Westminster Constituency
Rushcliffe

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