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Footpath 33 Repair and Improvement Works

FINCHAMPSTEAD PARISH COUNCIL

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03 Jun 2026 at 08:33

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Summary of the contracting process

Finchampstead Parish Council conducted a public procurement process for the "Footpath 33 Repair and Improvement Works" project aimed at enhancing a popular section of the Blackwater Valley Trail. The works involve upgrading the footpath with improved drainage, a durable hardcore and gravel surface, and other necessary modifications to improve access and resilience, especially for individuals with limited mobility. The tender was part of a sub-central government procurement under the legal basis of UKPGA 2023/54 and followed a below-threshold procurement method. Situated in Finchampstead, UK, with delivery expected across various regions in the United Kingdom, the contract was awarded to Diggerwise Ltd. As of 1st June 2026, the contract commenced with the anticipated completion by 1st July 2026.

This procurement process presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in construction and civil engineering works, particularly those focused on infrastructure enhancement in protected natural areas. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities in environmental improvements, drainage works, and accessibility projects would find such contracts particularly beneficial for growth. Additionally, businesses familiar with working to stringent public sector standards and methodologies would be well-suited to compete in such tenders, as demonstrated by the successful bid from Diggerwise Ltd, an SME providing local expertise and efficient resource management. This contract demonstrates potential for similar future opportunities in public works aimed at accessibility improvements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Footpath 33 Repair and Improvement Works

Notice Description

Finchampstead Parish Council sought quotations from local suppliers for improvement works to Footpath 33, running south-west from Longwater Lane. The route forms part of the Blackwater Valley Trail and is a popular walking route, but it frequently becomes muddy and waterlogged, particularly during winter, and is difficult for people with limited mobility to use. The works comprise an upgrade to the section of Footpath 33 from Longwater Lane to the spur at Footpath 29, which branches west towards Fleet Hill Farm. The improvement works include the construction of a new, more durable surface using hardcore and gravel, drainage improvements, and associated works to improve the resilience and accessibility of the path. The path will be constructed to bridleway standards for long-term durability, although its legal status will not change and it will remain a public footpath. The contractor is required to supply all labour, plant, materials and equipment necessary to complete the works safely and in accordance with the agreed quotation/specification.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ac07
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052143-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45233161 - Footpath construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£54,370 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 1 Jul 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FINCHAMPSTEAD PARISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
FINCHAMPSTEAD
Postcode
RG40 4ES
Post Town
Reading
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ16 Berkshire West
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Wokingham
Electoral Ward
Finchampstead
Westminster Constituency
Wokingham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DIGGERWISE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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