Tender

Ashfield District Council - Towns Fund - Walking & Cycling

ASHFIELD DISTRICT COUNCIL

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24 Feb 2026 at 08:20

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Summary of the contracting process

Ashfield District Council is overseeing the procurement for the "Towns Fund - Walking & Cycling" project, with assistance from Nottinghamshire County Council's procurement services. This initiative, under the direct responsibility of Ashfield District Council, aims to enhance cycling and walking amenities through improvements to existing public routes. Located in Kirkby in Ashfield, the project falls into the construction industry category, with a main emphasis on infrastructure works. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, utilizing an open competition method below the threshold. Prospective bidders should note that the tender submissions are due by 27 March 2026, with the deadline for enquiries set for 16 March 2026. The contract will commence on 18 May 2026 and end on 17 November 2026.

The Ashfield District Council's initiative represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in construction, specifically those focusing on public infrastructure and civil engineering. Companies that can offer innovative solutions to improve public pathways are particularly encouraged to participate. The contract's value of £1.32 million underscores its potential impact on business growth, providing substantial work scopes for SMEs and VCSEs recognised as suitable for this tender. The evaluation criteria place a strong emphasis on quality, carbon reduction, and social value, alongside financial considerations, offering businesses a chance to highlight their expertise in sustainable and community-beneficial practices.

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Notice Information

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

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065aa2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016298-2026
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
24 Feb 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
27 Mar 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

Buyer & Supplier

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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